CNC Milling

We will look at the process, machines etc. with the later chapters But first let’s clarify what CNC milling means and clarify some of the more confusing points about the term itself.

First, when people are looking for milling, they often demand CNC machining. Machining requires both milling and turning, but these two have vivid differences. Machining refers to a mechanical cutting technology that uses physical contact to extract material using a wide variety of tools.

Second, all CNC machining uses CNC machines, but not all CNC machines are for machining. Computer numerical control is what lies behind these three letters. Any machine using a CNC uses computerized systems to automate the cutting process.

Therefore, CNC machines also include laser cutters, plasma cutters, press brakes etc.
As a result, CNC machining is a mixture of these two terms and brings us the answer to the question posed in the title. CNC milling is a subtractive manufacturing method that uses computer numerical control systems to automate the process.