Essential Skills for a Simple CNC Machining Programmer

Proficient in using coordinate systems and understanding the relationship between machining coordinates and design coordinates. Familiar with 2D tool paths, including equal height, parallel machining, and 3D equidistant machining. Capable of splitting shallow and steep surfaces, understanding the relationship between tolerances and allowances, and grasping the calculation of machining surface boundaries. Also knowledgeable about shallow-steep surface split line calculations and surface roughness control methods. Skilled in post-processing for three types of control systems, proficient in ISO codes, and capable of manual programming. Understands mold structures and can perform copper electrode separation. Familiar with cutting parameters for common tools and the impact of cutting material hardness on parameters. Can produce complete tool paths but struggles with secondary rough machining control and lacks deep understanding of finishing. Requires running a program to observe cutting results before drafting the next program. Produces machined products or molds with dimensional inaccuracies and tool marks between passes. Unable to rest well at night. Recognizes software as merely a tool for expressing ideas and is willing to delve deeper into metal cutting processes, tools, materials, products, and molds themselves.