Re: Help Selecting Machine for Prototyping


<jdownie@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Hello There,
>
> I have been lurking for a while, reading, searching, etc. I have
> learned a great deal, but need a little help in focusing on the best
> machine for my application. Primarily, I want to be able shape resin,
> wood and aluminum into 3D prototypes/models. Most of these would be
> under 3' x 2' x 1' (XYZ).

Not that I do prototyping, but 12" in Z is pretty deep. Will you need to get
into restricted places that are 12" deep? The reason I ask is that you may
need special toolholders in order to accomplish this meaning you may need
something with a machine taper (Cat40 for instance) as opposed to just a
router bit collet.

Just a thought..

Also, you need to specify accuracy requirements. I'd assume they're pretty
open due to the parts being prototypes?

Regards,

Robin


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