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Traditional machining and CNC machining are two different processing methods, and they have obvious differences in many aspects.
Process and process: traditional processing mainly relies on the manual operation of workers, such as lathe processing, drilling machine processing, milling machine processing, etc., each step requires manual operation, and automation cannot be realized. CNC machining is processed by computer program control machine tools, which can accurately control processing parameters, complete processing operations quickly and efficiently, and can be automated for batch or mass production.
Accuracy and equipment: The accuracy of traditional processing is limited by the technical level of workers, and the processing speed is slow, the efficiency is low, and the accuracy and stability of the product are also difficult to guarantee. The CNC machining has high precision, good stability, and lower cost than traditional machining. This is mainly due to the use of high-precision tools and machine tools in CNC machining, and the accuracy of machining can be ensured by program control during machining.
Productivity: Conventional machining is relatively inefficient because each step requires manual operation and requires a lot of time and manpower. The production efficiency of CNC machining is higher, because all the processing steps can be completed by program control automation, which greatly reduces the time and labor cost of manual intervention.
Scope of application: The application range of traditional machining is limited, and it is mainly suitable for simple, small batch parts processing. CNC machining can be applied to a variety of complex shapes and various batches of parts processing, whether it is small parts or large parts, can be accurately manufactured through CNC machining.
Cost: The investment cost of traditional machining is relatively low, as only basic machine tools and tools need to be purchased. However, as the scale of production increases and the complexity of the product increases, so does the cost of traditional processing. Although the initial investment cost of CNC machining is high, its high efficiency, high precision and automated production can greatly reduce production costs and improve product quality.
Operational requirements: Traditional processing requires high skills and experience from workers, and requires workers to have rich operational experience and skill levels. CNC machining requires relatively low skills for workers, because all processing steps can be completed by program control automation, but workers are required to have basic computer operation and programming skills.
Flexibility: Conventional machining is relatively inflexible, as each step requires manual operation and the use of specific machine tools and tools. CNC machining, on the other hand, offers greater flexibility, as all machining steps can be automated by program control and can be quickly adjusted as needed.
Maintenance & Upgrades: Maintenance and upgrades for traditional machining are relatively straightforward because all components are visible, and upgrades usually only require the replacement of certain tools or machines. The maintenance and upgrading of CNC machining may require a higher level of technology and technical support, as the CNC system and related hardware need to be adjusted and maintained.
Application field: Traditional processing is mainly used in some simple, small and medium-sized parts manufacturing, such as mechanical parts, hardware, etc. CNC machining is widely used in aerospace, automobile manufacturing, mold manufacturing, precision instrument manufacturing and other fields, because these fields need to manufacture high-precision, high-quality and high-reliability parts.
To sum up, there are obvious differences between traditional machining and CNC machining in terms of process and flow, precision and equipment, production efficiency, scope of application, cost, operation requirements, flexibility, maintenance and upgrade, and application fields. With the continuous progress of technology and the change of market demand, these two processing methods will complement each other and integrate with each other to jointly promote the development of the manufacturing industry.