Backlash

Backlash is the amount of play or clearance between two components in a CNC machine, and may result in reduced accuracy or repeatability if not properly controlled.

Balancing

Balancing is the process of adjusting the weight or distribution of a rotating component in a CNC machine to reduce vibration and improve accuracy and tool life.

Center cutting

Center cutting refers to a cutting tool that has a sharp center point, allowing it to be used for drilling or plunging into a workpiece, as well as for traditional milling or cutting operations.

CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride)

CBN, or cubic boron nitride, is a type of cutting tool material used in CNC machining that is valued for its hardness, wear resistance, and ability to cut hard or abrasive materials such as hardened steel or cast iron.

Carbide

Carbide is a type of cutting tool material used in CNC machining that is made from a combination of tungsten and carbon, and is valued for its hardness, wear resistance, and toughness.

CAD/CAM

CAD/CAM, or computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing, refers to the use of software programs in CNC machining to create and edit part designs, generate toolpaths, and simulate machining operations.

Abrasive

An abrasive is a material used in CNC machining to remove material from a workpiece through friction and wear, and may be in the form of grains, powders, or other particles.

Bore grinding

Bore grinding is a type of CNC grinding process that is used to create precise, cylindrical holes or bores in a workpiece, and may be used in a variety of applications such as automotive or aerospace components.

Bond

Bond refers to the material that holds the abrasive grains or particles together in a grinding or cutting tool used in CNC machining, and may be made from a variety of materials such as resin, metal, or ceramic.

Ball end mill

A ball end mill is a type of cutting tool used in CNC machining that has a spherical end, allowing it to create rounded or curved features in the workpiece.