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Practical notes from the machine shop
Short, useful guides on materials, tolerances and threads: the things worth knowing before you order a machined part.
Materials
18 May 20264 min read
MS vs SS316: choosing the right steel for your turned part
Mild steel or stainless? The right choice depends on corrosion, strength, cost and finish. A practical guide for buyers speccing machined components.
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2 April 20265 min read
How to spec a CNC turned part (and get an accurate quote)
The six things to include on a drawing or enquiry so a machine shop can quote quickly and accurately, without a dozen back-and-forth emails.
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20 February 20264 min read
Thread standards explained: metric, BSW, UNC and Acme
Metric, Whitworth, Unified, Acme, a plain-English tour of the thread standards you will meet on studs and fasteners, and when each is used.
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