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Computer Aided Manufacture (CNC router (wood., X,Y,Z axes for potential…
Computer Aided Manufacture
Laser cutter.
speed/power
high precision
CNC code
self finishing
limited size.
CNC router
wood.
X,Y,Z axes for potential design complexacity
wastfull
can remove lots of material quickly
requires extraction.
work piece needs to be clamped in place
cutting bit is limiting is size.
mass production ready
CNC milling
metal
large number of cutting tools
cooling lubricant needed
used to make engine parts
mass production ready
very high quality surface finish
CNC turning
Used to manufacture shapes which require rotational
symmetry along the central axis
Swarf is created by
both milling and turning
Used to manufacture shapes which require rotational
symmetry along the central axis
Plotter cutter
A machine head holding a blade
or pen passes from left to right
Simultaneously, rollers move
the material back and forth
Plotters can incorporate printing functions so graphics can be printed, cut and scored at the same time
Often used with self-adhesive vinyl
to create signage and vehicles decals
CAM in a nutshell
Increased precision and consistency
Greater control and accountability
Increased output
Waste reduction
Increased efficiency