Electrochemical Cutting Pros & Cons
Electrochemical cutting (ECC) combines electrochemical erosion and grinding to produce a burr-free, shiny surface to a tight tolerance of ±0.005” (0.127 mm).
Cold Sawing Pros & Cons
Cold sawing can do high-speed, burr-free cutoff of rods, tubes, and extrusions, but it is not ideal for very short lengths, smalls ODs/IDs, or hard metals.
Abrasive Cutting Pros & Cons
Thin-wheel abrasive cutting is an ideal method for high-volume 2-axis metal cutoff that requires precision, tight tolerances, no burrs, and a smooth end finish.
Waterjet Cutting Pros & Cons
Waterjet cutting is typically used to cut complex shapes from large, flat sheets of metal but may not be the best choice for 2-axis cutoff of small parts.
Facts About Laser Printing of Metal
Laser printing of metal is popular for a number of applications, but can you use it for printing of metal for such large quantities of such small parts?
Wire EDM Cutting Pros and Cons
Wire EDM cutting advantages and disadvantages for 2-axis cutoff depend on factors including the material used, part parameters, and surface finish requirements.
Variables That Affect the Eddy Current Testing Procedure
With the eddy current testing procedure, there are a number of variables that have an effect on ECT, what it can find, and what it cannot find.
5 Fascinating Facts About Eddy Current Testing
Eddy current testing is an important method of nondestructive testing that is often used to inspect for flaws in the surface or sub-surface of metal materials.
NIST Traceable Standards in Action
Learn some interesting facts about NIST traceable standards and their important role in QMS standards.
Metal Cutting Corporation Approved for ISO 9001:2015 Standards
Learn more about Metal Cutting’s certification in the ISO 9001:2015 standards and commitment to quality management practices.
Happy Birthday to Metal Cutting Corporation!
Celebrating 50 Years of Precision Manufacturing: Metal Cutting Corporation is genuinely thrilled to say we have just passed a significant milestone in our company history.
The Quandaries of Calibration Standards
Calibration standards for devices and equipment used in measuring, inspecting, and manufacturing of precision metal parts can pose some unique challenges.
Circular Runout vs. Total Runout
In circular runout vs. total runout, the first controls variation in circular features of a part while the other controls variation in the entire part surface. Learn the difference and how to measure them here.
Measuring the Perpendicularity of Small Metal Parts
When measuring the perpendicularity of small metal parts, consider the effects of a part’s diameter, length, straightness, and manufacturing method.
A Comparison of Honing and Lapping
While honing and lapping are both used to fine-tune the finish and dimensions of metal parts, the two processes differ in where and how they achieve results.
Cylindricity in GD&T
GD&T cylindricity is a three-dimensional tolerance feature used to indicate both roundness and straightness along the entire axial length of a cylindrical part.
The Sampling Plan in Quality Control
A statistically valid sampling plan in quality control provides a high level of confidence that if the sample is acceptable, the entire lot is acceptable.
GD&T Tolerances in Parts Manufacturing
GD&T tolerances provide manufacturing guidance that must balance the need to make a part functional with the need to produce the part cost-effectively.
Circularity Tolerance in Small Metal Parts
Circularity tolerance based on diameter helps to control roundness and ensure that small precision metal parts fit properly, move smoothly, and wear evenly.
Principles of Precision Surface Grinding Services
Surface grinding services utilize precision surface grinding methods to make cubic metal parts square and parallel or the ends of metal rods perpendicular.
