Machine Setter Training
Gain mastery in setting up CNC machines for 6061-T6 aluminium machining. The course covers essential topics including feeds and speeds, tool selection, workholding, offsets, inspection procedures, and safety measures. You will learn to plan operations effectively, reduce scrap rates, and deliver precise, repeatable parts suitable for demanding engineering applications.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with practical skills to confidently set up CNC machines for 6061-T6 aluminium. You will learn about cutting tool selection, carbide geometries, and optimal feeds and speeds for stable and accurate production. Master workholding techniques, datums, offsets, and tool setting, then apply effective operation planning, safety protocols, and inspection methods to minimise scrap, safeguard equipment, and produce consistent, high-quality components on every run.
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Develop skills
- Set CNC cutting parameters including feeds, speeds, and engagement rates specifically for 6061-T6 aluminium.
- Select and maintain carbide milling tools, drills, and finishers optimised for aluminium machining.
- Plan operations by sequencing setups to achieve tight tolerances with minimal tool changes.
- Configure offsets and setups including work coordinate systems, tool lengths, and fixtures for efficient, repeatable production runs.
- Conduct quality inspections, simulations, and safety checks to prevent scrap and ensure reliability.
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