CNC Program Structure for a CNC Machining Center
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CNC Program Structure for a CNC Machining Center

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Updated Jul 04, 2025

What you'll learn

  • Define a stop code
  • Define an end of block symbol
  • Understand the use of parentheses in a CNC program
  • List the two sections of a CNC machining center program
  • Distinguish between a block and a word
  • Understand the purpose of the program end function
Course Description

A CNC machining center program is required to be organized in a specific manner for the controller to understand the instructions within the program. Each instruction must also be organized.