CNC Machine Advantages, Disadvantages, Applications

Advantages of CNC machines

1. Machining is accurate

2. Time taken to perform a job is very less

3. Safe to operate

4. Number of operators required to operate a machine are reduced

5. No possibility of human error

6. Reliable

7. Even very complex designs can also be made

8. Low maintenance required

9. They are versatile

10. Uniformity in designs

11. They could run for all 24 hours a day

Disadvantages of CNC machines

1. They are costly

2. Trained operator is required to operate the machine

3. In case of breakdown a highly skilled professional is required to solve the problem

Applications of CNC machines

1. Meatl industries

2. Material fabrication industries

3. For non-conventional machining industries where the machining task is difficult to perform manually