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CNC Programming Handbook

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I have read close to 20 books on CNC programming and can honestly say that this is the only one that has covered both basic and advanced programming techniques for both mills and lathes. Mr. Smid obviously spent a lot of time in developing, writing, and completing this work. It is the best reference available today for Fanuc and EIA/ISO type programming standards. Well worth the price!

Excellent review of CNC machining. Talks about both mills and lathes. Very thorough description of all G-codes / M-codes as well as some less frequently covered items (sub programs etc). Deals primarily with Fanuc based controls, but info easily applicable to other CNC control as well. This is by far the best CNC book I have read to date.

I run machine shop in Surrey B.C. We purchase 3 copys of this Book for staff. Very good book, full of knowledge, great for student or machinist. Best book I see in years for cnc.

I began CNC programming more than 15 years ago and until recently felt that I knew enough. Our company bought some modern CNC equipment and I have to upgrade. I bought some other CNC books and this one is the best and most logical one on the market.

This book is loaded with knowledge and great advice. It helped me much in understanding programming and I like the book's layout and style.

Please ignore the childish comments about minor typo errors. They come from someone who feels that Evidences is a word.....

I enjoyed this book, and made it suggested reading at my class. Technical books are to be judged on content and merit, areas where Mr. Smid has excelled with his CNC Programming Handbook.

Larry Marcantonio, Professor, Advanced Mechanical Studies

Anchan, please do not make us laugh with pitiful claims of spelling inaccuracy. Learn English before choosing to critique it.

I am very impressed with the thorough and thoughtful chapters found in this book. The data is up to date and precisely represents the industry standard Fanuc and EIA/ISO standards for programming mills and lathes. Great illustrations and numerous examples add to the quality of this book.

Tom

I recently built a 4x4 CNC router with an indexer (Joe's Hybrid) but had never programmed a CNC machine. This book is a textbook that has everything I need to know or will ever need to know. It makes a great reference book when I need to review a topic. Best CNC programming book and necessary to get the most from a machine.

This book is great for CNC Programmers and CNC Machine operators. It covers offsets, tool setups, G and M codes, and various other beneficial CNC concepts. I recomend this book to anyone. I wish I would of had this book when I took my first G code proramming class.

Excellent review of CNC machining. Talks about both mills and lathes. Very thorough description of all G-codes / M-codes as well as some less frequently covered items (sub programs etc). Deals primarily with Fanuc based controls, but info easily applicable to other CNC control as well. This is by far the best CNC book I have read to date.