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what is GD&T

What is GD&T? Purpose and Rules

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is a vital aspect of engineering design and manufacturing, offering methodical approach to defining and communicating admissible limits of variation in a part's geometry. The purpose of GD&T is to
Sep 06,2024

11 Ways to Cut Titanium | Cutting Guide 2025

The aerospace, medical and automotives industry all employ titanium, which is light weight and has good corrosion resistance. It also has high strength to weight ratio. Machining of titanium is not a simple task because of its high hardness value and it i
Jul 24,2024
CNC Aluminum Parts

Aluminum 6061 T6 vs T651 vs T6511: What is the Difference?

Aluminum alloys are available in many grades and it is not an easy task to differentiate between them. This article provides you with a comparison of two of the most used tempering processes being used for aluminum alloys. These tempered alloys have the s
Jul 23,2024
turning parts

A Method for Calculating the Cost of Turned Parts

Cost of turning parts   Due to the development of science and technology, the machinery for turning parts and components has changed a lot. From the traditional manual ordinary turning machinery (referred to as "ordinary lathes") to a
Jul 24,2024

Surgical Steel vs Titanium: Deep into the Properties, Piercings, and Suitability

You surely know that the strongest metal is titanium, and the alloy is steel that we frequently use in our daily lives. Both are superior in their perspective because having excellent chemical and physical properties. But their alloys are totally differen
Jul 24,2024

Anodized Titanium: The Definitive Guide

Anodizing is a famous electrochemical technique to develop colours on different metal and alloys. Anodizing of titanium is different than aluminum anodizing as it doesn’t involve any dye. An electrochemical process is implied and colour variation is
Jul 23,2024
6061 vs 6082

6061 vs 6082 Aluminum Comparative Guide

Aluminum is a very demanding material in engineering applications because of being strong and lighter in weight. By adding alloying elements in Al alloys and providing heat treatment, its mechanical properties like shear strength and toughness further inc
Jul 24,2024

Surface Finish Chart: The Complete Guide

Metal surface finish charts are a reference tool used for assuring quality and precision in surface preparation. In addition to physical properties like strength, ductility or toughness etc. surface provides material an overall appearance. A smooth surfac
Jul 24,2024
3Cr13 Steel

3Cr13 Steel: The Complete Guide

3Cr13 martensitic stainless steel has intrinsic metallurgical properties. These properties decide the category of the 3Cr13 item. One has to understand the edge retention and corrosion behavior of a knife. Edge retention decides the life and maintenance o
Jul 24,2024

How to Clean Oxidized Aluminum: 4 Ways

Cleaning oxidized aluminum and making it stain free The versatility of aluminum metal made it durable and the most commonly used metal for vast applications ranging from household items like kitchen utensils to industrial level products. This special meta
Jul 24,2024
bar stock cnc machining

What Is Bar Stock in CNC Machining?

In manufacturing industries, the raw material is supplied in different standardized geometries. The geometry can be a bar, rod, or slab. The form of raw material is chosen based on the type of machining. For instance, for cylindrical components, round bar
Apr 24,2026
1050 steel cnc machining

1050 Steel for CNC Machining: What You Need to Know

Are you thinking about taking steel 1050 as key material for your next axles, gears or shaft manufacturing project? And curious to know about the machinability of steel 1050. Let me tell you, 1050 steel for CNC machining is a medium-to-hard material. With
Apr 22,2026
drilling guide

CNC Drilling Guidelines for Improving Hole Quality

Across different industries, such as aerospace, medical, machines and equipment, and the construction industries, all of them rely on holes for assembly and structural integrity. So, these holes are crucial for successful assembly and further functions. T
Apr 18,2026
custom thermowell

Thermowell Uncovered: Sensor Protection Tube Explained

The thermowell is an incredible invention. In a lot of processes like oil and gas delivery, steam generation in boilers, and the manufacturing of aggressive chemicals, temperature measurement is necessary. In these cases, direct immersion of the sensor in
Apr 17,2026
Brushed Parts: How to Get a Good Brushed Finish

Brushed Parts: How to Get a Good Brushed Finish

Brushed metal parts not only bring an aesthetically pleasing appearance, but they also enhance certain functional characteristics. The smoother tactile feedback of a machine control panel clearly show the benefits of brush finish.. The brush finish proces
Apr 10,2026
Robot Joints and Degrees of Freedom

Types of Robot Joints and Degrees of Freedom: Complete Engineering Guide

With advancements in manufacturing and automation, robots have become common in precision systems. Humanoid robots are being used, which can sense and perform in human-like environments. Robot joints and degrees of freedom are fundamental things in these
Apr 08,2026
inconel 600 washer

Inconel 625: Properties, Machinability, and Design Guide

You must have heard about Inconel, which your machinery components are made with. But do you know an enhanced version of Inconel that's expected to hit 12.01% CAGR growth by 2033? Let me tell you its Inconel 625. Nickel-based chromium alloy enhanced w
Apr 03,2026
STEP File Guide

STEP File Guide for Engineering Beginners

Clients often need to brief the suppliers about their designs. Quite often, there can be a mismatch between the native CAD software of the clients and the suppliers. STEP files solve this problem. If a CAD is exported as a STEP file, it can be opened in a
Apr 03,2026

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