We’re no strangers to [Ivan]’s work and this time he’s building a relatively small CNC machine using extrusion, 3D printed parts, and a Makita router. The plans are available at a small cost ...

[Mike Rankin] built a small CNC machine using some PC parts. He repurposed two optical drives and a floppy drive to create the plotter seen drawing the Hackaday logo above. The X and Y axes use ...

Using the most recent CNC technology from PCL Group, H beam cutting samples were completed with accuracy and efficiency. A ...

Working with CNC machines, simulators, or virtual machining environments to observe the results, analyze feedback, and troubleshoot issues is vital. Sears think[box] full-time staff can give advice ...

When choosing the right equipment for precision machining, makers and small workshop owners often face a critical decision: a desktop CNC machine or a traditional mill. Each type of machine has its ...

There are several main types of metal spinning machines. Hand spinning equipment and manual metal spinning machinery is suitable for shorter production runs and applications that require greater ...

Small hand-held routers use a spinning ... compared to 3000 rpm for a milling machine or a few hundred rpm for a drill. The most common use for a traditional router is working on wood and plastics, ...