CNC 4th Axis at work

[adscnc]

So the router tables being built here and run with mach3 are all 2.5d ?

[John S]

No they can be either.
It all depends on the code they are fed.

Mach is capable of 3D linear moves.

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[adscnc]

So the trick is generating the code. .. ands that's what cadcam does?

[adscnc]

I have some g code experience as i have an old Ikegai lathe with a fanuc 6t control on. Also used a mini mill but only as a production machine. Never got the chance to play with it and its now gone.

Would like to build a plasma / router combo 4' x 4' . Have been watching Tribbles link with great interest. Would that convert to plasma ?

I have a decent work shop with a bridgeport vertical mill ( manual) TIG and MIG so have got the gear. Pretty good with PC's but limited electrical experience. Also know my way around solid works.

I guess i'm just trying to convince myself to "have a go"!

Al

[irving2008]

I have some g code experience as i have an old Ikegai lathe with a fanuc 6t control on. Also used a mini mill but only as a production machine. Never got the chance to play with it and its now gone.

Would like to build a plasma / router combo 4' x 4' . Have been watching Tribbles link with great interest. Would that convert to plasma ?

I have a decent work shop with a bridgeport vertical mill ( manual) TIG and MIG so have got the gear. Pretty good with PC's but limited electrical experience. Also know my way around solid works.

I guess i'm just trying to convince myself to "have a go"!

Al

You have more than enough to get started! And we are all here to help!

[John S]

You can't have a decent workshop if you have a Bridgeport :whistling:

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