Edgemilling

Edgemilling is a machining process used to create or refine the edges of a workpiece. It is a type of milling operation where the cutting tool moves along the periphery of the material. This process is distinct from face milling, which operates on the flat surfaces of a part. Edgemilling is employed to achieve specific edge profiles, remove burrs, or prepare edges for subsequent operations like welding or assembly.

The most common tools used for edgemilling are end mills and milling cutters. The workpiece is typically held in a vise or a fixture on a milling machine. The cutting tool is then brought into contact with the edge of the workpiece, and the machine's axes are controlled to guide the tool along the desired path. This can result in a square edge, a chamfer, a radius, or other specialized profiles depending on the tooling and programming.

Edgemilling is important in various manufacturing sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and general metal fabrication. It ensures dimensional accuracy and surface finish quality of the edges, which is crucial for the performance and integrity of the final product. The precision of edgemilling contributes to the overall quality and reliability of manufactured components.