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Re: Shop Development

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Originally Posted by BeardyMentor View Post
This is no joke. I spent my morning today assessing the condition of machine shop. Among the equipment was a Mazatrol turning center. This machine had listed a current draw of 35 amps on a 480v 3 phase circuit. Make sure you know your power requirements and other services and compare them to what you have in your shop.
Also do not forget compressed air. Many CNCs need compressed air. Some even require an air dryer.