Overview
Main description
Complete coverage of building, programming, and implementing a CNC machine
This book provides a no-nonsense approach to the world of CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) devices. The author provides a thorough exploration of the entire CNC process from start to finish, and includes information on all topics, such as guide and transmission systems, motors, the controller, drives, peripheral devices, and programming the software that makes the CNC run.
CNC Machining Handbook covers everything from the raw materials to finished product. The book explains the actual mechanics and specific steps involved in building a CNC machine to custom specifications and successfully implementing it in a real-world application.
Table of contents
Section I - The PhysicalMachineChapter 1. The Physical StructureChapter 2. Guide SystemsChapter 3. Transmission SystemsChapter 4. ReducersChapter 5. MotorsChapter 6. Router or Spindle HeadSection II - The ControllerChapter 7. Break-Out BoardsChapter 8. Power SupplyChapter 9. DrivesChapter 10. Extended Input/OutputChapter 11. Spindle SpeedControllerChapter 12. Plasma and TorchHeight ControlChapter 13. Emergency StopSwitchSection III - PeripheralDevicesChapter 14. Referencing the ToolChapter 15. Homing and LimitSwitchesChapter 16. Remote PendantControlChapter 17. Automatic ToolChangerChapter 18. Positional FeedbackSection IV - FixturingChapter 19. Work Hold DownChapter 20. Working AdjacentMaterial SidesSection V - SoftwareChapter 21. CAD/CAM OverviewChapter 22. Controller SoftwareChapter 23. RS-274DChapter 24. G-Code Editors
Author comments
Alan Overby has owned, programmed, and operated several CNC routers and engraving machines on a professional level. He was co-owner of Custom CNC, Inc.
