Category: Tools + Areas + Programs

CNC Router User Fees

The new router is amazing! We love it and feel it was the right investment to serve the community. The cost of the new equipment was approximately $46k with additional moving and development expenses. Phew! Quite a chunk of change. In order to grow and maintain the tool and program, as well as replenish our …

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CNC software at Ace

There are 3 primary types of software used to perform CNC milling: CAD CAM CNC motion control. CAD stands for “computer-aided design”. A CAD program is used to design a 2D or 3D digital model of what you plan to produce in the physical world. Examples of CAD software include Fusion 360, VCarve, SketchUP, AutoCAD, …

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Collets and Bits for the FS CNC Router

This post details information about collets and bits for the FS CNC Router at Ace Makerspace. Collets A collet is a cylindrical sleeve that tightens around the router bit to secure it in a router. 1/4 ” Collet 1/2″ Collet For alternate collet sizes, plan to purchase your own collets. See CNC Router Collets and Bits …

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