CNC Dictionary

[snooper]

Great work, Bob! Been looking for something like this since I joined the 'Zone! Now this noob can get readin'!

Keep it up!

widgitmaster,
Nice star; shouldn't there be five of them?

[Geof]

I got to the C's (slow reader); you have omitted Cartesian and Coordinates also in your picture of axes I think your arrows point the wrong way. You have shown the direction of table movement and sometimes I think it is better to think in terms of spindle movement. Partly this is because when doing G02 and G03 circular interpolation the spindle follows a clockwise (G02) or counterclockwise (G03) path around the workpiece but the table is moving in the opposite manner.

After skimming through I think you are either very dedicated or have way too much time on your hands . It is an impressive effort.

[tobyaxis]

Reading the Thread "What Baud Rate Do You Use for Your HAAS", I had a revelation. Bob, can you post links in your dictionary to provide pictures and company products? This would be great for new members as well as old members that need fast information for quick decisions.

What do you guys think? Would this take all the fun away from the site? Do you think this would take anything away from the learning of new/old members?

BTW; The Idea of a CNCZONE Dictionary Link could be slapped into the "Quick Links Tab" for a quick reference.

Should we post a Poll for this, or wait for the zone?

[tobyaxis]

Originally Posted by Geof I got to the C's (slow reader); you have omitted Cartesian and Coordinates also in your picture of axes I think your arrows point the wrong way. You have shown the direction of table movement and sometimes I think it is better to think in terms of spindle movement. Partly this is because when doing G02 and G03 circular interpolation the spindle follows a clockwise (G02) or counterclockwise (G03) path around the workpiece but the table is moving in the opposite manner. After skimming through I think you are either very dedicated or have way too much time on your hands . It is an impressive effort.

You should probibly do the Cartesian Coordinates for Lathes as well. Including G2/G3 movements.

Hello Geof

[BobWarfield]

Geof, the arrows point the way they do in my CNC books. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!

Toby, it is not a problem to link from the dictionary to other spots. As I am fond of telling my boss, "This is software, we can do anything except ship it on time."

With that said, and bearing in mind Geof's earlier comment about dedication, it is something of a function of the time I apply to the project and my own (ahem, ) artistic sensibilities as the editor. I'll give it some thought. I have started inserting a few pix. For the time being, I'd like to focus on the basics and not write a book. This thing ran to 50 pages in the original Word document. The good news is I already knew most definitions and didn't have to Google to figure it out (been reading a lot of CNCZone threads!). It has taken me about 10 hours I would estimate to bring the project to its current level. I will likely slow down a bit after a week or so. I just wanted a convenient place to track all this info I keep researching.

I do think it is an excellent idea to link to more detailed information. For example, I added the links to the bearing catalogs that NCCams frequently refers people to under "Angular Contact Bearings." I'll try to keep a lookout for really useful reference data like that and link to it where possible.

Incidentally, the lathe coordinate system is called out right below the mill's in the entry for "Axes". Another desirable thing is to have the "See's" take you to whatever the reference is. Again, it is a function of time.

Best,

BW

[tobyaxis]

Originally Posted by BobWarfield Geof, the arrows point the way they do in my CNC books. That's my story and I'm sticking to it! Toby, it is not a problem to link from the dictionary to other spots. As I am fond of telling my boss, "This is software, we can do anything except ship it on time." With that said, and bearing in mind Geof's earlier comment about dedication, it is something of a function of the time I apply to the project and my own (ahem, ) artistic sensibilities as the editor. I'll give it some thought. I have started inserting a few pix. For the time being, I'd like to focus on the basics and not write a book. This thing ran to 50 pages in the original Word document. The good news is I already knew most definitions and didn't have to Google to figure it out (been reading a lot of CNCZone threads!). It has taken me about 10 hours I would estimate to bring the project to its current level. I will likely slow down a bit after a week or so. I just wanted a convenient place to track all this info I keep researching. I do think it is an excellent idea to link to more detailed information. For example, I added the links to the bearing catalogs that NCCams frequently refers people to under "Angular Contact Bearings." I'll try to keep a lookout for really useful reference data like that and link to it where possible. Incidentally, the lathe coordinate system is called out right below the mill's in the entry for "Axes". Another desirable thing is to have the "See's" take you to whatever the reference is. Again, it is a function of time. Best, BW

Bob,

I'm sure you have worked vary hard on this and it shows. You have done a great job and personally I wish I had this as a reference/dictionary 13 years ago when I started in the Machining Industry. I rated this Thread at 5 stars for creativity and usefullness.

[Adobe Machine]

I would like to add my thanks for a job well done. This is a very helpful dictionary even for people who have been exposed to CNC for awhile...Tobyaxis has a good idea for the CNC Zone.

Adobe ( old as Dirt)

[lakeside]

Dimensionally challenge-what an operator tells an inspector about a part that’s real close to being right

[tobyaxis]

Originally Posted by lakeside Dimensionally challenge-what an operator tells an inspector about a part that’s real close to being right

I second that. Good observation Mike

[widgitmaster]

Bob,
I saw that you had:
HMC - Horizontal Machining Center
VMC- Vertical Machining Center

What about these?
VTC - Horizontal Turning Center
HTC- Vertical Turning Center
AGC - Automatic Grinding Center

Tapping Head & Tapping Attachments


Just thought I'd throw ya a few more!
Keep up the good work !
Eric

[BobWarfield]

Thanks guys for all the help and kudos.

Eric, I've added your suggested topics as placeholders. They'll get filled in shortly.

Best,

BW

[NC Cams]

I feel honored to have one of my contributions to the 'Zone being granted a link in the CNC dictionary.

We simply all must try to pass on a bit of proper education as we go thru life. Kudos to you for doing your share and more.

Attached is my "cliff notes" - use it as you see fit in the dictionary.