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Re: Uses of a Machine Shop and Equipment

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Originally Posted by Monochron View Post
Would smaller (say roughly 1' x 1') sheet metal parts be appropriate for a CNC mill? Something like a side support on a manipulator or shooter? I ask because our team may be building a shooter during the offseason and we were hoping to use a CNC mill to cut a structure out of sheet metal.
You could, the machine can do it , all I'm saying is it shouldn't be the workhorse for sheet stuff. Ex: Our Router should not be used as a mill and vice versa.

Also the sheet can be any size you want, that's dependent on your bed travel. Without knowing your machine and setup I can't give you a good answer.

On the same note, you should just find a local guy and work with them to help you cut your sheet. Who knows they might do it free and help with the robot build season. Quick google: http://www.yellowpages.com/research-...er-jet-cutting

Unsure if any of those are in range.
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