Need Help with selecting CAD/CAM & tooling...

[kprice1658]

Guys,

I could really use some direction in making sure that I'm getting what I need to do this type of work:

http://ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/tor...os/browse/4b76

I'm ordering the 1100 with:
- Deluxe stand
- LCD & keyboard tray
- High Speed Spindle Kit
- CNC - TTS Tool Set

Can't find out any info on "Tool Tray for machine arm" or "Machine Hoist bar" - maybe needed for lifting the 1100 ??

My main concern in selecting the right CAD/CAM to be able to do the type of work that the pictures in the album show - mostly detailed cavity molds.

Also - I have no idea of the tooling I'll need to perform those operations, I want to make sure that I order everything I need from Greg so I don't have to wait for a week or so if I missed something.

I assume the tooling will pretty small / delicate - so what holders / collets will be needed? I'd like to order a kit that has various sizes and types of bits that I'll need - where's a good place to but that stuff from?

ANy direction would be greatly appreciated. I tried to find someone locally (Columbus,Ohio) to hookup / mentor with, even pay for some quick start lessons - but no luck yet. I'll keep looking...

Thanks!

Kevin