Do you want to learn how to turn wood? Maybe you've been thinking about getting into CNC turning. You've seen the possibilities it can open up, and now you're wondering if it's right for you. Well, it is. This post will go over what I think about CNC turning, things I wish I knew before I started, and how to get started
What Is CNC Turning
CNC turning is the process of using a computer-controlled machine tool to carve or mill your own designs out of wood. The term ※CNC§ stands for Computer Numerical Control and refers to machines that move in four dimensions (X, Y, Z, time) instead of just two (x and y)
The idea behind CNC is that you can create anything from toys to furniture with the same machine that mills wood. It's all possible thanks to computers and software programs like Mach3 and other options like Repetier Host. These programs let you create designs on screen then send them directly to your machine so they can be cut on-demand by a robot!
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