Tag: CNC User Guides

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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CNC startup checklist

As of April 9, 2023. Applicable to the Forest Scientific CNC Router AMT375 Ensure you are meeting all dress code and shop safety requirements  Remove the t-slot table cover and signage and store them under the machine Clear and prepare your work area Turn on the CNC router laptop Power on the main switch on …

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