Cutter Radius Compensation G41 G46 – Chamfer vs. Fillet, Circular Arcs I/J & R (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 14 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Milling Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Cutter radius compensation & tangential approach (G41 G46)
✅ Difference: Chamfer (RN–) vs. Fillet (RN+)
✅ Circular arcs with I/J or radius
✅ 3 rectangular pockets on a partial circle
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC Milling.
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How Roughing, Finishing, Radius Compensation, Undercut & Threading Work Together (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 9 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Turning Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ How roughing and finishing work with G81 and G23
✅ Why radius compensation (G42) is important for upward and downward contours
✅ What the thread undercut is for – and what happens if it’s missing
✅ What the grooving cycle G86 does with parameter H14
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC turning.
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CNC Milled Part: Rectangular & Circular Pocket, Outer Contour and Holes (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 9 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Milling Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Milling the outer contour
✅ Circular and rectangular pocket using G73 and G72
✅ Centering, countersinking, and thread cutting
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC milling.
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External Thread with Cycle G31 – Turned Part with Spherical Shape G3 (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 11 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Turning Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ How an external thread is created using G31
✅ Which parameters are important when using G31
✅ Why and how a workpiece is re-clamped for machining the second side
✅ How to program a spherical contour with G3
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC turning.
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Radial Grooving (Internal) & Axial Face Grooving | G86 & G88 (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 8 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Turning Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Radial grooving inside using cycle G86
✅ Axial face grooving with G88
✅ Understanding parameters: LE, EP, AK, D
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC turning.
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Milling Text and Numbers with G1, G2, G3: G-Code (PAL) Basics (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 1 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Milling Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Milling text and numbers using:
✅ G1 (straight line)
✅ G2 (circular arc clockwise)
✅ G3 (circular arc counterclockwise)
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC milling.
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Exam Cutting Machine Operator (Summer 2025 Turning/Milling)
Cutting Machine Operator Exam Summer 2025 – done!
The Cutting Machine Operator Exam is a specialized certification (IHK) in Germany that assesses both practical and theoretical skills in CNC machining.
Want to take a closer look at the exam?
On our YouTube channel, you can find 3D simulations of the workpieces (turning & milling) from the written part of this exam – including brief explanations of the individual steps. This gives you a clear idea of what the parts look like and what was expected in the exam.
Please note: This exam and the related content are specific to the German vocational training system and may differ from similar certifications in other countries.
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Turning:
- In turning, the focus was on several typical machining operations, including facing and longitudinal turning of the outer contour, roughing and finishing of the inner contour, as well as threading an internal thread M36 with a 1.5 mm pitch. Additionally, a 24 mm hole was drilled.
Please note: The video are only available in German.
Milling:
- In milling, the focus was on various milling strategies, including an outer contour with multiple tools, an angled surface, a slot with a circular arc, and a complex inner contour. Additionally, drilling operations and an M6 thread were included.
Please note: The video are only available in German.
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Radial Grooving Cycle G86: All key parameters explained (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 7 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Turning Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Radial Grooving with the 2020 revised G86 Grooving Cycle
✅ Three practical examples for programming Grooves
✅ Targeted use of new parameters: LE, EP, RO/LO, AS/AE, H14 …
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC turning.
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Mill a Star-Shaped Contour with G2/G3 + Ball End Mill (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 8 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Milling Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Program a star-shaped contour with G2/G3
✅ Ball end mill/Radius mill in action: Precise profiling/finishing
✅ Practical application of G-code for various milling techniques
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC milling.
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Straight or Arc? Milling with G1, G2, G3 (Video)
In this video, we guide you step by step through Task 7 from the Christiani task collection “CNC Milling Technology according to PAL2020”. Thanks to our 3D simulation in SYMplus™, everything is explained clearly and understandably.
What to expect in the video:
✅ Outer contour with G1, G2, G3 and Cutter Compensation G41
✅ Programming circular and rectangular pockets with G72 and G73
✅ Milling freeform paths precisely with combinations of G1, G2, and G3
Who is this video for?
Perfect for CNC programmers, machinists, and instructors looking to improve their PAL G-code programming skills for CNC milling.
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