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CNC Milling for Makers

Ralf Steck

Build, Program and Control your DIY-Milling Machine. Using Shapeoko, Grbl, Fusion 360 and Estlcam

Build, Program and Control Your Homemade CNC Milling Machine Are you into model making? Are you an enthusiastic drone pilot? Would you like to build a multi-copter chassis or a frame for you model boat? Your CNC milling machine lets you fabricate any number of 2D or 3D parts, whether out of wood, plastic or similar materials. This book tells you everything you need to know in order to build and program your own CNC mill. Now you can get going with your very own pet projects

 Ralf Steckshows you, 

  • The classes of hobby mills on the market, what materials they can process and how to select the model that is right for you 
  • How to go from a CAD-model to G-code: everything about CAM software, controller, etc.
  • The components of a milling machine and how it works: everything about the zero points, processing speeds, clamping, etc.
  • How to put safety first when working with a mill
  • How to build an open source mill, including mechanics, electronics, case and suction; how to upgrade with stronger feed drives, motors and a 4thaxis
  • How to commission your mill and how to machine your first part: everything about feed, homing, milling strategies, etc. 
  • Practical examples, for instance, the hull of a model airplane.

 

 

This book provides you with the technical skills so that you can realize unique projects with your CNC-mill. You will be able to build, program and control your very own design ideas. 

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Published 2019-03-01 by Hanser , ISBN: 9783446454910

Main content page count: 270 Pages

ISBN: 9783446454910