Owning
a CNC router would have been unthinkable for
a small shop just a few years ago. The high
cost of these remarkable machines meant that
CNC routers were
out of reach for all but the largest operations,
but recent cost reductions have meant that
even do it yourselfers can have the power and
versatility of a wood router. A
CNC wood router can be a great investment, especially
if you want to produce high quality signage. With
such a machine the user can input almost any design
into the software program and
produce intricate engravings, three dimensional
effects, and even pictures of people or animals
that are incredibly life like.
Because
the routing head of a wood routers is controlled
by a computer, a unit is able to produce
exact replicas of the same design every time.
This can be very useful if you are planning
to sell custom signage, because you can produce "blank" signs
for samples. You will also be able to fill
large orders quickly and easily. For these aplications
you won't need an expensive
5 axis machine ,
but just a simple 3 axis router. A
CNC router is also useful if you are planning
to build multiple pieces of the same component.
Shelves, drawers, and other parts of cabinets
and furniture can be produced quickly, saving
you time and effort.
 CNC router bits
Because
the machine works much faster than a hand
operated router it is essential to purchase
quality CNC router
bits. Good quality carbide
router bits are surprisingly inexpensive,
and a full set can be purchased for a very reasonable
cost. With
a good set of bits you can create
beautiful rounded edges, tongues, or grooves.
Many manufacturers also offer sets of CNC router
bits which include two of every size and type
of bit so that productivity will not suffer because
of a broken bit.
The
SCM routers
SCM
was one of the first companies to pioneer CNC
technology, and SCM CNC routers are still rated
as some of the best in the industry. One of
the best ways to get into computer numerically
controlled routing is by purchasing a used
SCM router – though
you may not get the latest model, you will be
able to access SCM's well developed customer
service network and benefit from new innovations
and techniques created by SCM since the model
was new. Purchasing an SCM CNC router is a sure
way to ensure you get the highest quality in
the woodworking routing field.
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