CNC Routers
Getting Started with the CNC Router:
The basic requirement to use the CNC router is to take the CNC Workshop
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This CNC router is large enough to handle a full sheet of plywood at a time. Features a 4 hp spindle, and is currently configured for cutting wood, plywood, foam, plastic.
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This smaller format CNC router excels on smaller jobs. Capable of high precision cutting jobs on wood, plastic, aluminum and brass. Currently configured for working on metal.
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Capable of cutting and engraving metals.
Working area: 15.7” x 15.7” x 3.1”
Instructor assistance required.
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CNC Router Training class is required before use. CNC must be operated under supervision of the Fabrication Lab Manager.
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AVID CNC Pro 4896:
Work Area: 49.5”x98.75”x6.5”
Cutting Speed: Up to 500 IPM
Resolution: XY 0.0005”
Z: 0.0002”
Accuracy +/- 0.005” or better
Shapeoko Pro XL:
Work Area: 17.5”x33”x4”
Cuts non-ferrous metals, such as: Aluminum, Brass, Copper
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CAD/CAM Software: Vectric VCarve, available for use in the MIX.
Control Software: Mach 4