7 Easy Steps to CNC Programming, Book II: Beyond the Beginning (Plastic Comb)

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Product Description

This interesting, easy to read book picks up where 7 Easy Steps to CNC Programming . . .A Beginner's Guide leaves off. Fully enhanced with color diagrams, complete index, list of illustrations and so this book covers many topics and frequently asked questions.

Some topics copied in book are How to pick a CAM system, NURBS Interpolation, The qualities of a good CNC Operator, the Qualities of a good CNC Programmer, Lathe G&M codes, Machine Accuracy and many, many more.

From the Publisher

The goals of this book are to do the following:
Provide a glossary of CNC terms
Present some of the basic concepts of CNC
Discuss the current state of CNC programming
Discuss the benefits of CNC machining
Discuss some limitations of CNC machining
Present some advanced CNC concepts
Compare CNC machining with conventional machining
Compare CNC control capability with Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) systems
Offer some important management tips specifically related to CNC departments

I chose these topics for two reasons. First, because many readers of 7 Easy Steps to CNC Programming asked for them. And, second as a manager of CNC and CAM departments, I have had to grapple with many of these issues on a day-to-day basis.

This book is laid out differently than most books on the subject. I realize that, as readers of this book, you are probably working in shops or departments that are understaffed and over committed. I suspect you don’t have the time or inclination to wade through an exhaustive textbook.

So to better accommodate your needs, this book is designed to be a quick reference guide where you can find the information you need in the least amount of time.

The first part of this book is a comprehensive collection of answers to frequently asked questions. For your convenience there is a table of the FAQ’s with the corresponding page numbers.

Following are additional chapters that provide some detailed discussion on:
CNC Machining Accuracy
Control Capability and Type of Work
Machine Axis Definitions
Selecting the Right CAM System
Current State of CNC Programming

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Product Details

• Plastic Comb: 80 pages
• Publisher: haydenpub.com (November 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970530927
• ISBN-13: 978-0970530929
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,063,271 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not very happy with purchase, March 30, 2007

By	Corey L. Ostercamp (BFE, IA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Unfortunately I didn't find this to be much beyond the beginning of CNC programming at all. There were very few examples of programs, and most of the subjects it delves into I consider rudimentary, the very beginning of what it takes to run a CNC and know what it's doing. Too much money for the bang I'm afraid.