Running a shared prototyping space is challenging. Aside from the major tools, there is some supporting equipment and infrastructure that you should really have. They’ll make your life in the shop more organized and safe.
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Making the CNC Mill Enclosure, Part 1
in CNC, Prototyping, Infrastructure
The 26,000 RPM spindle in my Othermill Pro can make a lot of noise when a tool is cutting. Even with the 1/8" diameter tools, milling a small metal part can still take awhile, so I began thinking about a way to dampen the sound of the machine. Enter the CNC Mill Enclosure, which was milled out of a 4x8 sheet of plywood on a ShopBot CNC router. It includes an isolated cabinet for the mill, areas for stock bins, and some generic storage.
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1 Week of MIG Welding
in Prototyping
Recently, I had the opportunity to spend almost a whole week MIG welding. Before this, I'd never spent more than an hour or so with a MIG machine, so it was fun to see my progress throughout the week.
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