Hello, I am saving for a small mill and lathe. The parts I want to make are @ largest 3" OD - 6061 and some .25"OD X 2" long Stainless turned parts.
The main issue is that i'm signed into a year lease at my next APT. And, it's on the 3rd floor.
I need machines robust enough to attack 3" OD 6061 yet light enough for two strong men to carry them up two flights of stairs.
Also, noise is important, the quieter the better.
I'm also not sure weather to run CNC or Manual. If I can get more beef for less money with manual, I will go that rout to get things started.
I've been looking into Sherlines however their lathe needs an entire riser kit to turn parts 3" OD and it just doesn't feel like it will be robust enough in my opinion.
I want to run small production on some products i've designed and been outsourcing manufacturing on.
Any and all advise welcome. BTW, I posted this on Practical last night and they banned me forever for it. I think because I posted it in the wrong spot. That place is lame.
Thanks for the help!!!!!