Desktop/hobby cnc
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I've got a 3018, fun little thing but doesn't do anything fast due to the low powered motor. I've only done single depth engraving on bamboo chopping boards and these take several passes taking a little at a time. End results are pretty good though. I've only used mine attached to a laptop so can't comment on the offline controller.
Amused2death said:
I've got a 3018, fun little thing but doesn't do anything fast due to the low powered motor. I've only done single depth engraving on bamboo chopping boards and these take several passes taking a little at a time. End results are pretty good though. I've only used mine attached to a laptop so can't comment on the offline controller.
Thanks. Which make/model do you have ?Dave. said:
You can get laser engravers for 3d printers, maybe a more useful/versatile purchase?
I would be very very wary of these.If the don't burn you, all sorts of nasty frequencies could be bouncing about that could cause havoc with your eyes (I work with lasers at times) over time.
Also will have to deal with extraction in a way you can't use them in the house easily.
And the units for 3d printers are very very low power.
Chuggy said:
Has anyone here got one ? I'm tempted by the Sainsmart Genmitsu 1018 Pro.
I have a desktop CNC in my man pad. Bought it 2nd hand but unused from a hobbyist who had it for five years.Similar to this
I was well experienced in parametric CAD when I started to look into CAM - it's a steep learning curve, but when you get results, they are satisfying.
You'll need some sort of digital model for everything you want to machine; you need the right cutting tools, a capable CAM software and the ability to use it. And you need patience to test, interpret your results and learn.
You'll benefit from knowing someone who works with CNC machines for a living. I've met the guys from the sample shop in the smoking corner who could help me with their advice and ideas. I kept going there even after I've quit smoking
I have a 3018 that I abuse the hell out of. I've managed to carve wood and do a bit of aluminium milling with it. It's not really capable of metal mind you, it's got so much flex it just binds and jolts a lot so you get a ton of slop. For wood it's fine, even to a fair depth.
It also does a lot of pcb engraving which is really good at.
I wouldn't mind something a bit better but I don't want anything too big either.
It also does a lot of pcb engraving which is really good at.
I wouldn't mind something a bit better but I don't want anything too big either.
Chuggy said:
Thanks Fibbie and Bodo. All useful information and Fibbie, do you know the make/model of 3018 ??
Cheers, C
Not offhand, they're all much the same though. I have a Genmitsu spindle motor I bought as an upgrade though, it's loud and fast but has a bit more runout than the slower one.Cheers, C
You need this thread (most recent posts) - https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&... and crmcatee's advice, though his machine might be outside of your budget possibly.
S6PNJ said:
You need this thread (most recent posts) - https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&... and crmcatee's advice, though his machine might be outside of your budget possibly.
Thanks for the link. Some excellent pieces there but I haven't been able to see his advice or what machine he's using.Gassing Station | Homes, Gardens and DIY | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff