CNC Machining

MAE 165
Mohammed Albuali
Kevin Hung
John Shamblin

CNC Overview
Computer Numerical Control machining is
a subtractive method
5 axes of control at most, 3 axes of control
at the UC, Irvine CNC machine
Tolerance limits are determined by
accuracy of x-y tables
CNC has the highest relative tolerances of
any manufacturing method

Preparing
Produce model of part using SolidWorks
or AutoCAD, this is saved as a CAD file
Convert CAD file to CAM file
Put CAM file into CNC machine
Ensure that the x-y table is level and
aligned

Raw Material

For the demonstration: Al - 7x7x.25

Determine dimensions of and mount work
piece

Calibration
Find x=0 and y=0 coordinates a corner of the work piece
using the edge finder
Find relative height of each tool using the dial indicator
and input measurement into CNC machine

Tool List
Select tools and place in collets
Arrange tool in order to be used

Machining
Run CAM file on the CNC machine
Change tools when prompted
Use jets and lubricants were needed to
cool work piece

Finishing Piece
Perform tertiary operations after removing
from CNC machine
Clean off lubricants
Clean up lab