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== Summary == | == Summary == | ||
This system can cut 2d and 3d shapes from materials such as wood, plastic, metal and composites. | This system can cut 2d and 3d shapes from materials such as wood, plastic, metal and composites. It is useful for cutting things that can't be cut in the laser cutter due to their thickness or material compatibility. The edge accuracy of parts is also usually better than a laser cut due to the lack of uncertainty about the kerf width, and improved vertical walls. | ||
We made this CNC from the UCL donated linear slides and stages, and other things lying around the space, and some bits and pieces that members had. Any suggestions for improvements / modification are welcome. | |||
== Specs == | == Specs == | ||
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When using Fusion 360, in order to post to the Hackspace CNC machines, the "Generic EMC2" post-processor should be selected when finally saving the g-code file. LinuxCNC recognises the "ngc" file extension although any extension can be used. | When using Fusion 360, in order to post to the Hackspace CNC machines, the "Generic EMC2" post-processor should be selected when finally saving the g-code file. LinuxCNC recognises the "ngc" file extension although any extension can be used. | ||
== System status == | |||
The system is currently able to cut designs, but a vaccuum has to be hand held to capture dust and clean up chips. the main thing currently needed for the system is extraction to avoid putting too much additional dust into the air of the downstairs workshop. | |||
