Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Factors To Consider When Buying CNC Parts

By Rosella Campbell


A CNC machine is simply a type of equipment that employs programs to execute a series of machining operations. The machine is particularly important due to its high productivity and flexibility. Many people strive to purchase the most ideal CNC device available for sale. However, many a times the individuals get confused and rather disappointed because of not finding the machine that satisfy their needs, requirements and specifications. In order to avoid the hustle associated with the purchase, it is essential to consider the different CNC parts, as outlined below.

To begin with, every CNC equipment entails a part program. The part program is typically a series of code instructions needed to produce a part. The instructions control the movement of the tool and enhances the on and off regulation of such auxiliary functions as a coolant and spindle rotation. The part program is coded with instructions composing of letters, symbols and numbers.

There is also a program input device that helps in entering the part program in the CNC control. The input device comes in various types, including the magnetic tape reader, the punch tape reader and the computer and employs the RS-232-communication technique.

The most important element is the machine control unit. It is compared to the brain in the nervous system. It controls virtually everything in the system. For example, the component is responsible decoding the instructions into useful meanings and does all dimensional interpolations to achieve axis motion commands. The commands from the unit are then strengthened via an amplifier so as to drive the axis structure.

CNC motion is facilitated by a drive system that composes the drive motors, amplifiers transfers and ball lead screws. This section of the system is particularly responsible for the amplification of the regulatory signals such as the speed and position. The amplified signals are then transferred to the drive motors, causing them to rotate the lead screws and position the table.

The set also has CNC controls. The controls are mainly concerned with the regulation of speed and position through the control of slide table and spindle. Machine tables are mainly regulated to the Y and X axis that is contrary to the spindle that is controlled on the Z axis.

To enhance its efficiency, it has a feedback system that is otherwise known as the measuring system. The system employs the speed and position transducers to monitor the the location of the cutting tool at any given instant. The control unit utilizes the difference between feedback signals and reference signals in generating the control signals that are important in correcting speed and position errors.

However, when purchasing a single component, it is essential to put in mind the fact that it is not a stand-alone part and hence consider its compatibility with existing parts and software. A good spare part must be able to configure with the rest of the system to enhance harmony. The fixtures of the equipment are also worth concern. Be sure to determine the length, height, width and the number of parts in one cycle.




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