I have a small wood, mosaic, and ceramic craft supply business that started out as a hobby making supplies for my wife. I have been looking to invest in a CNC machine. I checked out the Cheap CNC site and this is a little small for my needs. BTW I am a retired machinist. I worked as a jobshop machinist and CNC programmer/operator for 20 yr. then back to school for a computer science degree now retired once again.
After reading these posts I must say I am quite impressed with the machines you have built. You guys have done some outstanding work! My hat is off to you and I hope my machine turns out half as good.
The basic design I think I understand although I would not be opposed to buying plans. I do have questions about servos or stepper and size of the motor needed. Best controllers and software to use. I have several old PCs lying around. I will be machining up to 1 inch MDF, Oak, Pine no more than 30 X 18 inches.
Any suggestion about quality plans, what size motors you think would be best are very much appreciated.
Man what a long post. Sorry.
Mark