Ok chaps points noted.

In its current setup the main problems I've had are...
1 - understanding the controller
2 - getting a post processor for the machine/software combo

Now after much help from this forum...

3 - I now understand the controller
4 - I've now modified a post processor from which I'm going to trial tomorrow.

As this is my first CNC machine (and was a punt tbh) I think Routerdriver is right in that I should use this as a starter/learning platform and see where it goes.

Software wise I can generate all of my design/CAD info in software I already own, it is literally just the tooling/toolpathing and NC code that I need Alphacam for.

Yes Jazzcnc it is built as they say!!
It's nearly 3 ton that's what appealed to me initially, a solid foundation.

Then longer term if and when a business need does start to develop I can press the button on upgrades which have been carefully researched and considered.

There's no pressing need to be fully operational at the moment, but I would like to get a plan or direction in place should the need arise.





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