Difference between revisions of "CNC - Root2CNC"
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| + | == Info == | ||
| + | We have a Root2CNC desktop CNC mill courtesy of work and contributions from Bret Lanius, Dan Odom, Tanju Bayramoglu, and others. The project is being led by Bret. | ||
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| + | '''General Specs''' | ||
| + | * Single print nozzle/Single color | ||
| + | * Material: Wood types, Plastic types | ||
| + | * Build Dimensions: 152mm x 152mm x 158mm (6in x 6in x 6.2in) | ||
| + | * Spindle z-axis range: | ||
| + | * Multi-Software Compatible: Freedom to use any number of CAD/CAM software programs | ||
| + | * Operating Ranges | ||
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| + | == Permissions == | ||
| + | * RESTRICTED - must consult with Bret Lanius prior to operation until the Root2 is fully commissioned | ||
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| + | == Restrictions == | ||
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| + | * Discouraged Materials: plastics of unknown composition | ||
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| + | == Basic Instructions == | ||
| + | * | ||
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| + | == Advanced Operational Knowledge == | ||
| + | There are some more advanced tasks that not everyone needs to know to print, but needs to know to troubleshoot: | ||
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| + | * | ||
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| + | == Warnings == | ||
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| + | * Keep loose hair and sleeves away from all moving parts. | ||
| + | * Dust control | ||
| + | * Avoid inhaling dusts generated from milling operations | ||
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| + | == Safety == | ||
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| + | * Keep loose hair and sleeves away from all moving parts. | ||
| + | * Do not touch | ||
| + | * Dust | ||
| + | * Material Safety Data Sheets | ||
| + | * Root2CNC is not intended for: | ||
| + | ** (A) Beginners | ||
| + | ** (B) Cutting, milling, engraving metals | ||
| + | ** (C) | ||
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| + | == References == | ||
| + | * [http://www.datron.com/blog/acrylic-cutting-tools-milling-acrylic/ Acrylic/Plexiglass Machining] | ||
| + | * [http://www.boedeker.com/fabtip.htm Guide to Plastics Machining] | ||
| + | * [http://www.practicalmachinist.com/vb/cnc-machining/references-milling-cutting-speeds-plastics-285808/?s=e21ff74d44b962bdccada07608b0af4f#post2304231 Practical Machinist Form Post] | ||
Revision as of 09:18, 24 December 2016
- Owner/Loaner: MakerStation
- Serial Number: N/A
- Make/Model: Root2 v1
- Arrival Date: November 2016
- Usability: {{{usagerestrictions}}}
- Contact: Bret Lanius
- Where: Classroom area
Contents
Info
We have a Root2CNC desktop CNC mill courtesy of work and contributions from Bret Lanius, Dan Odom, Tanju Bayramoglu, and others. The project is being led by Bret.
File:.jpg
500px
General Specs
- Single print nozzle/Single color
- Material: Wood types, Plastic types
- Build Dimensions: 152mm x 152mm x 158mm (6in x 6in x 6.2in)
- Spindle z-axis range:
- Multi-Software Compatible: Freedom to use any number of CAD/CAM software programs
- Operating Ranges
Permissions
- RESTRICTED - must consult with Bret Lanius prior to operation until the Root2 is fully commissioned
Restrictions
- Discouraged Materials: plastics of unknown composition
Basic Instructions
Advanced Operational Knowledge
There are some more advanced tasks that not everyone needs to know to print, but needs to know to troubleshoot:
Warnings
- Keep loose hair and sleeves away from all moving parts.
- Dust control
- Avoid inhaling dusts generated from milling operations
Safety
- Keep loose hair and sleeves away from all moving parts.
- Do not touch
- Dust
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- Root2CNC is not intended for:
- (A) Beginners
- (B) Cutting, milling, engraving metals
- (C)
