
Optimize Depth of Cut and Stepover for Better CNC Milling
You can see from the simple formula what a huge impact Depth of Cut and Stepover have on machining time. Do you rely on guesswork or outdated rules of thumb for Depth of Cut or Stepover? Depth of cut and stepover (width of cut) are crucial variables when milling pockets, profiling, facing, and any other machining operation where you'll be cutting with the flutes on .