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DaveC
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Location: Alvin, TX
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 Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2011 7:48 am Post subject: DIY CNC size |
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I am trying to decide on whether to build from scratch or from kit. I am leaning towards scratch for all sorts of reasons and if I go that way I would want to build a CNC machine first, as I am not fond of 'tin snips'.
I am trying to decide on what size CNC table I would need to construct. I would like to build one that could accommodate 80% of the parts that need to be cut. What I don't know is, what size is that? 36" x 48" maybe?
Could someone clue me into what size CNC table would accommodate 80% of the parts of a CH-750?
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stepinwolf
Joined: 21 Jan 2008
Posts: 133
Location: Canada
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2011 8:24 am Post subject: DIY CNC size |
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Dave,
I am sort of in the same situation as yourself, the difference being, I have
already started the build process on not one, but two scratch built aircraft
a 701 & 750 simultaneously. I have spent week's on the various CNC Forums,
and the only one I would recommend ( other then buying a complete machine
for really BIG BUCK'S ) is the Mech Mate. Check out their website here,,,,
http://www.mechmate.com/
It is the only one I considered ( I have already received almost 80% of the
MechMate parts ) since it can be constructed with very basic tools, has
free, very intricate plans ( I wish my Zenith Plans were made as well ) and
can be built in any size you need.
Mine will be 5' by 12' so that it can accommodate a full 12' sheet of
aluminum.
You might want to spend a little time on their Forum at the following
http://www.mechmate.com/forums/index.php and you will appreciate the
excellent help, that can be had during all stages of construction.
If you care to, please let me know how you made out, at my personal e-mail
at the following robert.pelland(at)cgocable.ca
regards
Bob
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DaveC
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2011 10:23 am Post subject: Re: DIY CNC size |
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Bob, I was was not looking at a full-sized CNC bed for cost reasons, not space reasons as I have good amount of space. I figured a smaller 4'x3' CNC that did 80% of the parts would be much cheaper than a 4'x12' model. Maybe not... If you don't mind me asking, how much do you think you will spend on your 4x12 MechMate? (my email is in my profile)
Building such a monster might be worth it for me since the wife wants a Hummel UltraCruiser after the 750 and then I might do a 'go real fast' 2-seater for x-country.
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