From CAD to Cut: How a CNC Job Comes Together

Ever wondered what happens between sending a file and receiving a part? A walk through the journey of a CNC job from CAD to finished cut.

30 Mar 20263 min readGlobal3D Team

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There is a fair bit of work between a CAD file and a finished machined part. Understanding the steps helps you provide what we need and sets expectations on time and cost.

The path of a part

It starts with your model or drawing, which we review for manufacturability. From there we plan the tooling and the order of operations, generate the machine paths, select and fixture the material, then cut, measure and finish the part.

Clear drawings with critical dimensions and tolerances called out make every step faster and more accurate.

Helping it run smoothly

The more complete your file and brief, the smoother the job. Send your design through with a quote and we will tell you exactly what we need to get your CNC part cut.