Custom CNC Routers
Custom CNC Milling machine V3
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CAD 3D design
This was the second version of this milling machine (see v1 below), so we further refined the form factor, working envelope and machine functionalities in this version.
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While waiting for all the aluminium frame profiles and mechanical parts to arrive, we first produced a fully functional Control box/clauset.
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Machine bed assembly
Then began the assembly of the entire machine bed and gantry.
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Gantry assembly
Since a proper 3D CAD model was made, the production of the mechanical parts of this machine was relatively straight-forward, taking only a few days of work.
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Wiring and tubing intsallation
This milling machine has a full set of capacitive sensors, and cooling systems to guarantee safe and reliable operation.
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Automatic toolchanger assembly
The automatic toolchanger (ATC) was further worked out, and custom macros were written for the controller to properly switch out tools and probe their length automatically.
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Spindle cable management
Since this is a watercooled ATC spindle, it uses many different hydraulic+ pneumatic tubings and electronic sensor- and driving cables.
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Large enclosure assembly
The electronic control box was mated up with the frame so the servo motor movements could be tested for the first time!
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Machined parts
The machine can now achieve remarkable precision while processing a wide range of materials like wood, plastics, foams and Aluminium using the 24000rm spindle.
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Custom 4th rotary axis
A 4th axis was developed during the development of the turbojet engine, in order to machine some compressor test-blades.
Custom CNC Milling machine V2
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During my time while running the Max Climbing company there was a surging demand for wooden training equipment. That's why we set out to develop a heavy dual-spindle CNC router for maximum production capacity!
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Every aspect of the machine was custom-developed from the ground up with the production requirements in mind.
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A proper electric clauset including the motion control system was assembled. It houses a variety or circuit breakers, relays, power supplies, pneumatic valves etc.
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The finished machine could control either a single, or both spindles in tandem. The rear spindle has separate Y- and Z-axis servos, so could be enabled or disabled in demand.
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Once the front door was installed, the closed box around the machine was invaluable to prevent the workshop from becoming too dusty, while keeping the noise levels down as well.
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The finished machine has produced many thousands of products without any substantial downtime or issues!