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Jun 28, 2026 - 06:54 AM
The depth per pass for CNC machining refers to how deep the cutting tool goes into the material in a single pass. It typically depends on factors like the material type, tool diameter, and machine rigidity, but a common range is 0.5 to 2 times the tool diameter for softer materials. For harder materials, smaller depths such as 0.05 to 0.5 times the tool diameter are often recommended to prevent tool wear and ensure precision. Remember cutting is like getting a haircut ,if it cut to short you can't put it back . It is always better to take a lesser depth cut and go back to deepen it than to cut hap hazardly and destroy your carve.
