I am starting on my first machine, which will have a, y, and z axes. It is to be used to engrave/cut around cylinders .5 to 1" dia, and up to 8" long. Materials plastics, brass, maybe wood. Depth of cut .125" max.
I have a 4" rotary table that I am planning to put a stepper on.
I am not sure if I want to build as a lathe with controllable spindle or as a
gantry machine with the table and rotary table stationary.
My first question, is this the proper forum to post my questions? Thank you for your help. |