Metal Cutting, Machining and boring
Metal cutting, machining and boring are fundamental processes of manufacturing that are used to create parts or components of a variety of different machines and structures. Metalworking is most commonly performed using either mechanical or electrical equipment. In its basic form, the process involves cutting away material from a larger structure until the desired shape is achieved. This can be done using a variety of cutting tools, such as saws, drills, lathes and milling machines.
Most machining processes involve the removal of metal from an object, either through grinding, boring, or cutting. Cutting is the most common type of metalworking, and involves the use of power tools such as saws and drills. The basic process involves using a cutting edge to remove material from the workpiece. In the case of a lathe or milling machine, the workpiece is rotated while a cutting tool rotates at a high speed over its surface. Through successive passes, material can be accurately removed from any part of the object.
Boring is a machining process used to create or enlarge a hole. This process can be done either mechanically or with electrical power. During the process, a rotating bore and cutting edge are used to remove material until the desired diameter of the hole is created. Boring is especially useful when needing to create a hole with a specific tolerance or of a specific size.
Milling is similar to boring but is more complex. During the process a rotary cutter is used to cut away material from the workpiece. The cutter is mounted on the workpiece, which is rotated in a various directions. As the cutter moves, the material is removed from the surface in a very precise manner.
All of these techniques are used by manufacturers to quickly and efficiently create a variety of components. The cutting and machining processes have a long history of use and have continued to become more efficient and powerful over the years. With the advent of computer numerical control (CNC), operations are even more precise and faster than ever before. As technology continues to improve, the future of metal cutting and machining looks bright.
