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Re: CNC Router vs 3D Printer

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Originally Posted by ptitchener View Post
Have you considered a roland SRP? http://www.rolanddga.com/products/scanners/mdx15/

The mdx15 is roughly in the range of the 3d printers that you're looking at. It might be a bit out of your budget, but it can do aluminum, and according to the manufacturer produces better tolerances/surface finish than a 3d printer, especially the ones that you can afford
I used this machine several years ago. Honestly, it's a joke. Your money is better spent elsewhere.
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