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Machinist Guides

Short, accurate shop references. Have a follow-up? Ask the AI Machinist.

• How to Wring Gage Blocks

  Step-by-step wringing for thick and thin blocks, plus the mistakes that ruin accuracy.

• Gage Block Grades Explained

  ASME B89.1.9 vs ISO 3650 vs the old Federal grades, with real tolerance numbers.

• Gage Block Care & Wear Blocks

  Keep a set accurate for decades: cleaning, rust, burrs, wear blocks and calibration.

• Feeds & Speeds Basics

  RPM and feed formulas, worked examples, and conservative starting speeds by material.

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