I'm not sure this is the best place to post this but here goes.
I'm a new member and am looking at buying this: http://www.cadcamcadcam.com/index.as...ROD&ProdID=121 I saw it at Cabin Fever in PA and it looks imrpressive for the money, especially since it can scan existing parts with the optional contact probe. BUT I don't know anything about CNC/CAD/CAM operating and am looking for info on the best/fastest way to get up to speed on using it. I've looked into taking a few classes at the local tech college, the only night class available currently is AutoCad 2005. Will this help? Is it enough? What am I missing?
I want to use this equipment to scan existing castings and then make foundry patterns with it.
I've have a book called Easy CNC on order, it is supposed to give very basic info on CNC and I've been told it is a good place to start. Any info on good way to get started will be appreciated.
Brad