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4 articles tagged with "Manufacturing"

CNC milling machine performing precision cutting operation on metal workpiece

Nov 2, 2025 5 min read

CNC Machining Tolerances: A Technical Reference for Engineers

Comprehensive guide to dimensional tolerances in CNC machining. Learn tolerance classes, cost implications, inspection methods, and best practices for specification.

Machined metal surface showing precision finish quality

Sep 21, 2025 6 min read

manufacturing

Surface Finish Specifications: A Practical Guide to Ra Values

Demystifying surface roughness specifications. Learn what Ra values mean, which finish your application actually needs, and how to avoid over-specifying (and overpaying).

CNC machining center cutting precision metal parts

Aug 24, 2025 7 min read

manufacturing

Design for Manufacturability: 10 Rules for Cost-Effective CNC Parts

Practical DFM guidelines that reduce CNC machining costs by 20-50%. Learn the design decisions that drive cost and how to optimize your parts before sending drawings.