CNC3018 Pro
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| Description | Milling/ Engraving Machine |
| Author(s) | Yichen Zhang (Spacezhang) |
| Last Version | v0.1 pre alpha test (25.04.2022) |
General Introduction
CNC 3018 PRO ENGRAVER
WHAT IS CNC 3018 PRO?
The CNC 3018 Pro is a generic engraving machine. This machine can be used to cut anything from wax to wood and is very good for getting started and learn how to use a CNC machine and how It works. WHAT CAN IT DO? Engrave / Cut: PCB/ Wood/ Acrylic/ Very soft Aluminium (no harder than brass or aluminum 6061) + Height Map support
Specifications
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: Milling / Engraving machine
- Machine dimensions: 330 x 400 x 240 mm (13.0″ x 15.7″ x 9.4″)
- Working area: 300 x 180 x 45 mm (11.8″ x 7.1″ x 1.8″)
- Frame: Extruded Aluminum
- Linear system: Lead screw driven with rods and linear bearings
- Materials: Woods, Plastics, PVCs, soft aluminum (6061), Nylon, Acrylic, PCBs
- Motion: NEMA 17 Stepper motors
SPINDLE
- Motor: 775 motor, 12 V (6 – 20 V DC), ~3,000 RPM
- Rated current: 1.2A @ 12V.
- Stall Torque: 79Ncm @ 14.4V.
- Cooling Fan: Internal
- Overall Size: 98x42mm, Full Round Type Ø5mm shaft.
- Collets: ER 11 (Currently only 3.175mm 1/8 Inch available)
ROUTING BITS
- Currently only 3.175 mm (1/8 Inch) Bits Available
- V Bits 20 / 40 / 60 degree
- Multifunctional cutting bits 0.8 – 3.175 mm
- Single flute upward cutting bits 3.175mm, 2mm
- 3.175mm Ball end double flute bits
CONTROLL BOARD
- Running GRBL 1.1f
- Interface Compatibility: Windows, Mac OS, Linux
Possible Improvements
- Install End Stops - Drag Knife cutter for vinyl Logo Cutting - Better Z – Probe - Laser Module for laser cutting / Engraving - Emergency Stop around front panel - Chip suction device - Proper Waste Board - Spindle Upgrade for better cutting - Different diamenter ER11 Collets holder
Current GRBL Settings
GRBL 1.1f $0=10 $1=25 $2=0 $3=2 $4=0 $5=0 $6=0 $10=1 $11=0.010 $12=0.002 $13=0 $20=0 $21=1 $22=0 $23=0 $24=50.000 $25=500.000 $26=250 $27=1.000 $30=1000 $31=0 $32=0 $100=800.000 $101=800.000 $102=800.000 $110=1000.000 $111=1000.000 $112=800.000 $120=30.000 $121=30.000 $122=30.000 $130=200.000 $131=200.000 $132=200.000
