The other day I had this idea and I'm curious if anyone has tried it. I have a 3 axis cnc with a 2.2kw spindle. I need some small aluminum posts, 6mm at the largest diameter, 40mm long. I was thinking maybe I can chuck some 6mm aluminum rod in my er collet and turn it like a lathe. Cutting tool would be secured in my vice stationary and the turning part on the spindle would move along z and x axis. Assuming I can wrap my head around the cam, should this work? Anyone try it?