Step One: Buying a CNC Router

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A simple guide illustrating how to go about buying a CNC router Everyone has their basic steps when they are considering a major purchase. Whether it be a new car, computer software, or even a CNC router; we all go through the steps. We do our research and read reviews, we comprise all the results…

Servo V.s Steppers

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An ongoing question among CNC machine users is whether or not to get a machine using a stepper motor or a servo motor. Well, the thing is they are both capable of being quality products and getting the job done. They both have good repeatability and accuracy. The main differences are that a Servo runs…

Purposes of the Different Axes

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CNC routers traditionally implore the 3 axis machining method which has continued to be a staple in the machining industry. This traditional axis configuration is widely used for 2 dimensional cutting with limited 3 dimensional capabilities. The focus here is on the speed, accuracy and repeatability when using the machine for the uniform fabrication of…

Multiaxis CNC

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Even experienced CNC operators can be cautious about tackling multiaxis applications. CNC can be intimidating enough without including additional axes, but there are many reasons to consider adding multiaxis capabilities to your machine. Even if you’re producing simple pieces, a multiaxis machine can save you both time and money. What’s an Axis? An axis is…

Industry Blog: 3D Carving

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CNC machines have a vast variety of applications they can be used for since all of CanCam machines are simultaneously moving 3 axis machines. Due to this instinctive feature, three dimensional carving and relief cuts can be used and implemented when using CanCam CNC routers catering greatly to the mold-manufacturing market, cabinetry and furniture markets,…