A Comprehensive Guide to 3D Printing Materials
The world of 3D printing has evolved far beyond basic plastics. The choice of material is now critical, as it directly impacts the strength, flexibility, appearance, and functionality of a printed object. Materials are generally categorized by the printing process they are designed for. Here’s a detailed breakdown. 1. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Materials FDM […]
End Milling
End milling is the most versatile milling operation among all, as the cutter used has actually cutting edges on both ends or sides. Thus, you can use it to produce pockets, slots, or even contours in the workpieces. Well! You can imagine it like a drilling machine, but the difference is that a drilling machine […]
Peripheral (or Plain) Milling
If we talk about the peripheral milling, then you can say it’s the opposite of the face milling. This is because, unlike face milling, here the cutter is placed in an axis parallel to the workpiece. As a result when the cutter rotates then it would actually remove material from the sides or edges of […]
Reduction of Area (RA): A Measure of Material Ductility
The Reduction of Area (RA) is a fundamental, quantitative measure of ductility obtained from a tensile test on a material specimen. It expresses the extent to which a material can plastically deform (i.e., stretch) in a localized region before it fractures. 1. Definition Reduction of Area is defined as the percentage decrease in the cross-sectional area of a tensile […]
Face Milling
Face milling is a beloved process in manufacturing industries as it is actually used to smooth the uneven surfaces. Here actually, the cutter moves in an axis perpendicular to the workpiece ( stationery or slowly moving). You can also control the depth & feed rate of this cutter. As a result, when the cutter spins, […]
Anodizing: A Guide to the Electrochemical Process
Anodizing is an electrochemical process that converts a metal surface into a durable, decorative, corrosion-resistant, and wear-resistant anodic oxide finish. It is most commonly applied to aluminum, but can also be used for other non-ferrous metals like titanium and magnesium. Unlike paint or plating, which add a separate layer on top of the metal, anodizing integrates the protective […]
Basics of milling operations
“Milling is actually a type of subtractive manufacturing in which a milling cutter removes material from the workpiece to achieve the required shape.” For your information, the first milling machine was invented by Eli Whitney in 1818 to manufacture rifles for the U.S. government. Well! The working principle of all types of milling machines […]
Electrogalvanizing vs. Hot-Dip Galvanizing: A Comprehensive Comparison
Both electrogalvanizing and hot-dip galvanizing are processes used to coat steel or iron with a layer of zinc to protect it from corrosion. This protection is primarily achieved through two mechanisms: barrier protection (shielding the base metal) and cathodic protection (where the zinc sacrificially corrodes to protect the steel). However, the methods, properties, and applications of these two coatings […]
Metals Commonly Used in Metal Stamping
Various manufacturers use different types of materials and alloys for metal stamping, the most common of which involve, but are not limited to: Aluminum Stainless Steel Low Carbon Steel Copper Brass High-Speed Steel (HSS) The usage of each of these metal types depends on the outcome or the result that the client wants and needs […]
Cold Drawing vs. Hot Rolling: A Comprehensive Comparison
Cold drawing and hot rolling are two fundamental metal forming processes with distinct principles, procedures, and outcomes. The primary difference lies in the temperature at which the metal is processed relative to its recrystallization temperature. 1. Hot Rolling Definition: Hot rolling is a metalworking process where the metal is heated above its recrystallization temperature (typically over 1000°C for […]
