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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
[[Image:TorchTable.png|thumb|400px|Torch Table]] | [[Image:TorchTable.png|thumb|400px|Torch Table]] | ||
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The CNC Torch Table is a table capable of cutting designs out of metal with a 2-axis torch controlled by computer. | The CNC Torch Table is a table capable of cutting designs out of metal with a 2-axis torch controlled by computer. | ||
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==Product Ecology== | ==Product Ecology== | ||
[[Image:2b-Genfabecology.png|600px|thumb|General Fabrication [[Product Ecology]]]] | |||
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*[[Induction Furnace]] - Steel | *[[Induction Furnace]] - Steel | ||
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See [[Product Ecologies]] for more information. | See [[Product Ecologies]] for more information. | ||
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Overview
The CNC Torch Table is a table capable of cutting designs out of metal with a 2-axis torch controlled by computer.
The CNC Torch Table provides a quicker solution for cutting sheet metal, especially into intricate patterns that are difficult to cut by hand.
Description
Product Ecology
General Fabrication Product Ecology
Made with
- Induction Furnace - Steel
- Multimachine - Precision Guides, bearings
Creates
See Product Ecologies for more information.
Components
Specifications
Status
Currently on Prototype I, working with incorporating features into in OSE production runs.
Prototype II
- First step: perfection of mechanical design for replicability to 1/32" over 4x8' area
- Need open source controller, end stops, and z height automation/detection.
- We could use existing structure, with modifications. Right now we use gear rack. We can simplify the carriage structure.
- If we want to go all out - we could use full gas flow control - but that is probably beyond the scope of the present program - as it would require expensive parts until we can manufacture them ourselves.
- Open source stepper motors would be a good addition - if we could find somebody to design/fab them - that would be great.
- Computer vision for fully automated cutting would be the last step.
- Next steps: stiffening frame design to accommodate router heads
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