No other book covers CNC control setup in such practical detail. This unique reference from the author of the best-selling CNC Programming Handbook features nearly all of the activities a typical CNC operator performs on a daily basis. Starting with overall descriptions and in-depth explanations of various features, it goes much further and is sure to be a valuable resource for anyone involved in CNC.

• Describes working with all types of offsets for milling and turning applications, interpretation of part programs, applying trial cuts, making program changes, and much more.
• Places emphasis on troubleshooting many common problems that occur in CNC operations.
• Presents suggested methods of correction, along with methodsof prevention.

• Concepts of CNC Machining
• CNC Machine Specifications
• Program Interpretation
• Control System
• Setup Handle
• Operation Panel
• Milling Tools-Setup
• Setting Part Zero
• Machining a Part
• Work Offset Settings
• Tool Length Offset
• Multipart Setup
• Cutter Radius Offset
• Tools for CNC Lathes
• Lathe Offsets
• Cutter Radius Offset
• Grooving on Lathes
• Thread Cutting
• Trial Cuts
• Offset Change by Program
• Coolants
• Maintaining Surface Finish
• System Parameters
• Program Optimization
• Troubleshooting
• References