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CNC Beginner’s Guide: CAD, CAM, and Machining

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You may not realize it, but many of the manufactured objects that are part of our everyday lives have been created with the aid of CNC (Computer Numeric Control) technology. From the auto, food, construction, and medical industries to manufacturing of components of all sizes, on a variety of materials such as wood, metal, cardboard, plastic, and more, CNC machines are often behind the processes. While CNC machining has been around since the 1960s, it wasn’t until relatively recently that the machines and the software that runs them have become more versatile, affordable, and accessible to the masses. As a result, more CNCs are being used than ever, by professional machinists and hobbyists alike. CNC Beginner’s Guide presents the topic in a logical fashion, progressing from basics to more advanced subjects, using hands-on, project- based activities throughout. While the processes might be similar from one CNC machine to the next, every machine is inherently different in the way it behaves, the kinds of forces it is able to handle, and how it executes the work at hand, along with the level of precision it is capable of. Thompson helps readers of all skill levels navigate the nuances so they can become more proficient and efficient CNC machinists. This fantastic work includes important information on tooling and fundamentals of cutting feeds and speeds. The appendix contains vital machining equations, tables of standard values, and suggested starting points for creating and tweaking your personalized tool libraries. An accompanying website rounds out the package with tutorial videos to help readers learn how to use the software and apply the concepts in the book to actual CNC programs. Unique Features Inside tips and tricks from a CNC professional with a broad background of art, engineering, architecture, and teaching. In-depth discussions of using Fusion, the design environment and basic drawing tools, and CAD, the manufacturing environment, as well as creating programs for running on CNC machines. An affiliated website, is perfect for visual learners, with helpful online video tutorials, color photographs, and graphs seen in the book with more detailed explanation. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Industrial Press, Inc.


Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 14, 2025


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 304 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0831136960


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 63


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.59 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 1 x 11 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • This book is a wonderful resource.
Format: Paperback
This is a fantastic book: so helpful and clearly written. The plain language, excellent pictures and organized structure make this the very best book on the subject that I have ever seen. If you want to learn how to turn your designs into finished pieces, this is definitely the right book for you.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2025 by David Cole

  • Wonderful for beginners and well seasoned machinists alike!!!!
Format: Paperback
A very thorough and detailed beginner’s guide to CNC. Illustrations give a great insight to the process and techniques that are being explained. So nice to finally have a guide on the market to help people like me learn this.
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2025 by Jordan Robinson Jordan Robinson

  • On order
Format: Paperback
I personally have worked with the author, and this book is on order. I can’t recommend his knowledge base enough and will update this review post-read.
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025 by Thomas McFarland

  • Good Resource
Format: Paperback
This book really helped me with a lot of basic and advanced CNC questions. Its a great overview and a useful resource for CNC operators. I feel more confident operating my CNC router with it nearby!
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Great for students- simplifies virtual tool libraries with corresponding CNC tooling.
Format: Paperback
Steven Thompson is an expert in the subject of CAM & CNC machining. Having been his student while taking a CNC class at Autodesk’s Pier 9 research facility, my college's CNC machining classes shortly thereafter incorporated much of his methodology and projects that are now found in his CNC Beginner’s Guide: CAD, CAM, and Machining textbook. Our aspiring CNC machining graduates now better meet the needs of our industry partners. I would give the textbook a 10 star rating if possible. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2025 by Dr. J.S.

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