Saturday, January 2, 2010

The next step in producing a model is to convert the cad drawings to a DXF file that can be read by the CNC cutting machine. The converted drawings can now be fed into the cutter computer controller and placed in the proper location on the cutting bed. Most of this model will be made from balsa wood.
This shows the parts as they are positioned on the screen that will direct the cutting knife.



This is a shot of the CNC cutting machine. It can cut rubber and soft materials up to 1/2" thick. It has a 5 foot x 10 foot cutting bed.


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