Hi guys, ive been reading a lot of stuff for the past few months from this forum, as im looking to get a cnc. The main use will be to cut 18mm Baltic birch ply, I may use it to cut other materials but birch ply will be the material. Ive set aside a budget for the new machine which will be able to cut 1220mm by 2440mm sheets.

This is were the fun begins...

Ive been reading a lot of the build logs on this forum and it is very evident, some core skills are needed for a machine of this size, like welding and metal machining skills. Which sadly I do not have, ive all ways been a wood only guy lol... Having to get a lot of the machine made for me would push the cost well up, which is not an issue, but would I be better off purchasing a ready to go machine or getting one built for me, or having a go my self.

The main jobs I plan to do is mainly simple rebating of panals, and cutouts, plus the occasional logos.

whats your thoughts on the route I should go.... thanks in advance....