Dr. Ralf Dupont, President of Levicron, has been involved in the development of non-contact bearing systems, for over a decade. AZoM Spoke to Ralf about Levicron's aerostatic tool spindles which can ...

The old saying “you get what you pay for” is a cautionary cliché, but is directly contrary to several other common sayings. In the case of [Spikee]’s planned CNC machine build, he took the more ...

BURLINGTON, Ont. - CNC router manufacturer AXYZ International says its high-speed machining spindles are no longer limited to running at 24,000 rpm. With the introduction of the PDS XLC70 quick ...

As a result of its governed high-speed performance the 601 Series is a valuable addition in any CNC magazine to accelerate productivity and reduce costs in today's fast-paced industrial landscape. AIR ...

For the benefit of our readers, what is the principle of Aerostatic bearings, and how do they compare to roller-element or oil hydrostatic bearings? There are two types of aerostatic bearings, inlet ...

The MT1065EX has two spindles and two live-tool turrets, with Y-axis functionality in the upper turret. It accommodates 6 or 8-inch chucks powered by an 18.5-kW left spindle motor and a 15-kW right ...

Tools on CNC machines are what physically cut your part and remove material. There are a lot of different types of tools out there, each with its own specific purpose. This will explain the purpose of ...

Learn how to easily calculate CNC feed rates and spindle speeds with this simple, easy-to-understand tool. Perfect for beginners and pros alike, this guide helps you optimize your machining process ...

Brushless DC motors are common place in RC Vehicles. They are small, light, fast and can be inexpensive. [Raynerd] wanted a new spindle for his CNC machine and thought that a brushless DC motor would ...