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Process adaptability of CNC machining

The advantages and disadvantages of CNC machining and its extensive application both domestically and internationally can generally be classified into the following three categories based on the degree of process adaptation.

1. The most suitable category

1. Parts with complex shapes and high processing accuracy requirements that cannot be processed with general processing equipment, or parts that can be processed but are difficult to ensure product quality;

2. Complex curve or surface contour parts described by mathematical models

3. Shell or box shaped parts with non open inner cavities that are difficult to measure, control feed, and control dimensions;

4. It is necessary to merge parts that have completed multiple processes such as milling, boring, reaming, or threading in one clamping.

For the above parts, we should not overly consider productivity and economic feasibility, but first consider whether they can be processed and focus on the possibility. Whenever possible, the use of CNC machining should be considered as the preferred solution.

2. More adaptable category

1. Parts that are susceptible to human interference during processing on general machine tools and have high part value, which can cause significant economic losses once the quality is out of control;

2. Processing parts that require the manufacture of complex specialized fixtures on general-purpose machine tools:

3. Parts that require multiple design changes before they can be finalized;

4. Processing parts that require long-term adjustment on general machine tools;

5. Parts with low productivity or high physical labor intensity when processed with general-purpose machine tools.

After analyzing their machinability, comprehensive measures should be taken to improve productivity and economic benefits for these types of parts. Generally, they can be considered as the main selection objects for CNC machining.

3. Inappropriate category

1. Produce large quantities of parts (although it is not ruled out that some processes may be processed by CNC machines);

2. Parts that are difficult to clamp or rely entirely on alignment to ensure machining accuracy:

3. Parts with unstable machining allowance and no online detection system on CNC machine tools that can automatically adjust the coordinate position of the parts;

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