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Today’s CAD programs offer definitive X-, Y- and Z-axis depictions of specific blocks, providing you have access to these programs.
Tag: BLUEPRINTING
CNC-MACHINING AN ENGINE BLOCK (Part 2)
Posted By Mike Mavrigian,
June 2, 2009 ·
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A precision mounting plate is installed to the rear of the block. This accurately locates the block to the machine’s base fixture. A centering bar is inserted through the main bores. The main bore centering bar is bushed to accommodate the specific block’s main bore diameter. A camshaft tunnel centering bar helps the machine to [...]
CNC-MACHINING AN ENGINE BLOCK (Part 1)
Posted By Mike Mavrigian,
June 2, 2009 ·
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CNC-MACHINING AN ENGINE BLOCK A step-by-step overview of a specific block being machined on a CNC from start to finish. by Mike Mavrigian all photos by author CNC machines vary in terms of footprint size and axis capabilities. Thinking about taking the plunge and buying a CNC (computer numeric control) machine? Or have you wondered [...]
COMPUTER-AIDED BLOCK MACHINING (Part 2)
Posted By Mike Mavrigian,
May 22, 2009 ·
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HOW DO I USE THE MACHINE? If you opt for a “universal” CNC machine, you’ll need extensive training to learn the computer “coding” language required to create programs. However, if you choose a CNC machine that was designed specifically for use by engine builders, operation and the overall learning curve is much simplified, since programs [...]
COMPUTER-AIDED BLOCK MACHINING (Part 1)
Posted By Mike Mavrigian,
May 22, 2009 ·
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COMPUTER-AIDED BLOCK MACHINING by Mike Mavrigian One of the prime benefits of owning a CNC machine is the capability of accurizing an engine block to “blueprint” specifications in terms of correct centerline placements. (photo courtesy Sunnen) A full-blown CNC machining center, such as this Sunnen/RMC V40, expands shop capabilities to include not only block and [...]