CNC Newbie

[Richyg]

Hi I know nothing about CNC wood working machines but I am looking at cutting/profiling 8'x4' birch ply 15mm laminated sheets for constructing storage lockers, cabinets and racking for tool storage in the rear of vans.
Any advice on suitable machine types,models approx set up costs or youtube video links much appreciated
Cheers
Richard

[Clive S]

Hi I know nothing about CNC wood working machines but I am looking at cutting/profiling 8'x4' birch ply 15mm laminated sheets for constructing storage lockers, cabinets and racking for tool storage in the rear of vans.
Any advice on suitable machine types,models approx set up costs or youtube video links much appreciated
Cheers
Richard

Welcome to the forum Richard

Dean (Jazzcnc) on the forum has built several of these up to 10x5 . There are some vids on here some ware .

[JAZZCNC]

Welcome to the forum Richard

Dean (Jazzcnc) on the forum has built several of these up to 10x5 . There are some vids on here some ware .

Clive means this one I think.!

This one in the Video is 8 x4 and used for cutting signs. I also have another but 10 x 5 with Vac bed and automatic tool changer that is used for cutting Camper van kits and ply lining kits.
The vertical design is massive space saver and great for sheet and panel work, but I have also built several conventional horizontal 8 x 4 and 10 x 5 machines. However, I kind of specialise in building Bespoke machines so can build what ever you want really. Drop me a PM if you want a chat and I'll send you my contact details.

[Plutokas]

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[Robin Hewitt]

Clive means this one I think.!

I have watched that movie 5 times now and I shall probably watch it again.

What a monster

[RWH]

Hi, I've also admired this machine on YouTube. I'm intending getting my 1st CNC router next year sometime. Mainly for cutting birch ply etc and engraving hardwood. Could you give me an idea on what a machine like this would cost?
Many thanks...
Stephen

[JAZZCNC]

I have watched that movie 5 times now and I shall probably watch it again.

What a monster

Robin, built an even Larger Monster, 10 x 5 with ATC and Vac bed, here it is cutting the HDPE bed. I hate those bloody chips, my Extractor had split its bag and I couldn't wait, I soon regretted that decision...

[JAZZCNC]

Hi, I've also admired this machine on YouTube. I'm intending getting my 1st CNC router next year sometime. Mainly for cutting birch ply etc and engraving hardwood. Could you give me an idea on what a machine like this would cost?
Many thanks...
Stephen

Sorry didn't see this.!
I don't want to disclose the price of this machine on a public forum as it's not fair to the person who bought it. Plus this is several years old now and with the Economy, Brexit, and Covid has it is at the moment the price will be different because components and shipping have gone up massively. However, if you contact me when you are ready then I'll gladly give you a price.

[RWH]

Star man! I've got a shepherd's hut to get made first but once that's out the way I should be in a position to have a closer look at what's out there and see how far my budget will go.
Best regards
Stephen

[hanermo2]

Jazz is pretty well known and well regarded ..
Whatever You buy from him will work and be a very good compromise for 10x less money than the big names in the field.
Imho.
I´m not his friend or whatever.
And 95% of his advice I agree with, with 20% of style being less than optimal.

A 10x5 "light-industrial" machine with full auto toolchanger, that I think is absolutely mandatory, will run around 15-20k.
I think.
Toolchanger and "industrial" add about 5k to the ticket.
But they also make the output about 3x, often above 500 - 1000 - 2000 € per day in cuts in production.


The Haas GRS used to cost about 70k€ and up.

One can get a light-semi-cnc without a toolchanger and sensors and probing and io and robust controller for about 5-7k.
From jazz.
For lots of jobs and use it can be an excellent option.