It all starts with visualizing the process

The first thing a CNC programmer has to do before writing G-code is visualize the process. There is more than one way to run a part. Once you pick a process you are committed. Sometimes you wish you had done it another way. LOL

[@jirizhanel795]

I am CNC programmer. I started as a operator with zero knowledge of CNC machines. Now, I'm designing and building parts and fixtures on my computer. Most satisfying job I ever had with great pay. My advice would be. Learn, learn and learn. As a operator understand what you running. Master what you running. Learn the print and understand the program. Move on to the next job and do the same thing. Watch the machine run, and reading read the program. Work hard and make more quality parts. Ask for more training and take on more responsibility. Everybody wants to be programmer, but only few people will get the opportunity to become one. Work hard to get the opportunity.

[@TomStikkelman]

Hey Jiri. That is a great success story. You are absolutely right. It takes hard work and paying attention and using what you learn from each project on future processes. Thank for your feedback. Tom

[@pakman422]

THANK YOU! This is the info I like to hear.

[@TomStikkelman]

Thanks Jacob. I Appreciate the feedback.

[@juaquinaguilarzambada1666]

Thanks Tom this help me a lot I tri to learn more in variables can you make a video how variables work I’m a machinist in Texas

[@NerdlyCNC]

great content as always....i started on a little 6040cnc router.....i would imagine getting some practice making stuff would help alot too.

[@TomStikkelman]

Nerdly Thanks Nerdly. Always appreciate your feedback.

[@CRISTSEN]

Great job Tom. Thanks

[@TomStikkelman]

CRISTIAN GALEANO Thanks Cristian. Appreciate the feedback a lot.

[@grzegorzlabuda7316]

Thanks

[@octaviandobrinoiu8868]

hy, i am the beginner of turning machine and, if possible, i want to see a video, a process to not damage the machine (eg, change tools) before programming or something else. thx

[@TomStikkelman]

octavian dobrinoi. Thanks for your request Octavian. I will do that in the near future

[@WesleyS860]

Tom do u have paid for classes as well? Is there a way to reach out to u?. I've watch almost every video u have multiple time till I sticks. words cannot explain how greatful I am for u and ur channel. I have came so far in just a couple years I'm not doing soildworks as well. You are a bright man as well as a great teacher! People pay colleges to learn less. I have questions for u if ur open to it willing to pay for ur time

[@TomStikkelman]

Hello Wesley. Thanks for that great feedback. Send me an email at [e-mail] and we will schedule a time to call. Looking forward to it! Tom

[@TomStikkelman]

Hi Wesley. Thanks for that feedback. I really appreciate it. You can email me at [e-mail] and we'll schedule a call. I look forward to hearing from you. Tom

[@saidsms]

Hi sir I'm operating settings millturning manual 2/3 exis fanuc and Mazak. I know most of G code programming editing. I don't know how to draw the instructions design I'm trying to learn from you sir. for your time

[@TomStikkelman]

sms msn Do you have Cad software yet?

[@saidsms]

@@TomStikkelman yes AUTO CAD 2009 VERSION

[@oliverbuckley5374]

Programming is easy, strategy is the hard part. Sometimes that's the wall that some can never make it over.

[@TomStikkelman]

Ryder 47 I agree. That is why good programmers are hard to find.

[@oliverbuckley5374]

@@TomStikkelman tell me about it that's why I have decided to train as it's better to get them, to work how I do. It offers fluidity on the shop floor.

[@oliverbuckley5374]

@@TomStikkelman one question? Why not do that job in three ops ?

[@TomStikkelman]

Ryder 47 The operator is running multiple machines and so the cycle time allows him to do other operations in the mean time and it saves tool changes. When a tool is active it machines all stations reducing overal cycle time. If I had additional open spindles I would consider a 1 or 2 piece flow and increase the throughput but they are all busy so I believe I understand your thoughts on that

[@oliverbuckley5374]

@@TomStikkelman I see, I'm not criticising just curious. If you get the same results there is no wrong way👍

[@oscarortiz1979]

Hi

[@TomStikkelman]

Hello Oscar.

[@manjulagattugari2708]

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