G-Code Commercial CNC machines usually transfer the g-code directly to the machine, but hobby machines are run by external PCs. These should have a machine control program and you upload the g-code to ...

A 5-axis CNC VMC (photo courtesy of Bridgeport) Both retrofit and purpose-built machines usually have two methods of creating part programs: G-code and conversational.

It would be better in this respect if the CAM programmer were tied more closely to the CNC machine. What most shops need is a better bridge between the CAM programmers and the CNC operators that ...

Ready for some hard core gadget creation? If you thought your dremel tool was handy before, in today's How-To we'll start building our own CNC machine. Aside from the geek factor, it can be handy ...

What exactly is computer-numerical-controlled (CNC) machining? It’s a means to make parts by removing material via high-speed, precision robotic machines that use an array of cutting tools to ...

Machine tools don't always need to be operated by hand. Discover the meaning of CNC, or computer numerical control, in this explanatory guide.

Looking to add a small CNC machine to your garage or hackerspace’s arsenal of tools? Like any tools — China has you covered for the cheap options — but the question is, is it wort… ...