Hello ynneb,
Just like most of us here, the cnc is a means to an end. It seems easy to get caught up and focused only on cnc. Like ninewgt, I want to make foam patterns and cast molds on them for marine apps. But also, like most, I am building my first so it can cut out the second.
What kind of modeling software will you be using for your patterns? Will they be wood, foam or other? Are you using "live rubber" or a synthetic? (Seems like you would have to cook the natural stuff to make it durable. I have played with the natural stuff a long time ago but now there isn't a local supplier.) How large will the patterns be? Do you have pics of your cnc?
Good luck with your endevor! Keep us posted.
Doug |