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Re: Make your own CNC
The tutorial seems good. however I seem a bit sceptical that this thing can handle anything more then soft plastic. i have a MAXNC 3 axis CNC machine which has it's limitations, so this would definatly not be suitable for any heavy duty machining. Although it would be great for engraveing!(it could also possibly be beefed up and made out of different materials)


Just as a side note, i would not advise leaving CNC machines alone for extended periods without monitoing them. if a bit breaks the machine wont know that, and will ruin a part that could have been saved; Or various parts could get damaged if the broken bit get stuck, Just thought people should know =)
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