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Pointers for getting started 3D Model to CNC build
Rick:
--- Quote from: Unstupid on August 20, 2013, 02:29:23 pm ---That depends a lot on the machine. My machine uses a 12HP 24,000 RPM spindle which allows me to cut thicker stock rather than someone using say a 2.5hp router.
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Would I be amiss in guessing your machine is not home built? If not, can we see pics / specs?
Unstupid:
yea.. not home built... Thermwood Model 90... got some videos on my youtube channel "Unstupidtube". Machine looks a lot like this:
SgtSlaughter:
Thanks for the info, great to hear about the different setup & costs.
For me, its not really about only sending 1 cab to CNC shop, its more I want to design it with the right application so I have the option to do something like that in the future.
You guys are seriously making me envious having a CNC machine though, I know I don't have the need for one, nor the space at this time, but I still want one! :notworthy:
I'm curious how often do you go through blades (estimated per number of sheets of 3/4" mdf)? I know that probably depends a lot on the quality of blade and RPMs of router, but just curious.
Anyone else have any other software picks?
macattack:
Mdf chews up bits. I tend to replace my up it spiral every 10 sheets. melamine is great, cuts like butter with a compression bit. mdo is my main choice of material. i Mainly change bits to help with the damn noise ;). Granted some of that may be the lack of a large spindle as I only run a 2.5hp motor, but it gets the job done. I built the cnc about a year ago. Lost count how many pinball cabinets and other arcades have come off it. Most of my design work is done in the vectric line of programs both 2d and 3d.
My usual cost is $50 per hour of machine time, plus material.
stpcore:
--- Quote from: macattack on August 20, 2013, 06:54:49 pm ---My usual cost is $50 per hour of machine time, plus material.
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You aren't located in the Chicagoland area by any chance are you? I would have a bunch of work for you at $50 per hour plus materials!