Can I cut aluminum 3/4 inch sheets? And does it come with any CAD software or is that optional?
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Hello,This item has a "Drilling capacity: 1-Inch"It also does not come with any CAD programs. Includes: 5/8" drill chuck & arbor, 2 T-nuts, 2 open end combo wrenches, 4 Allen wrenches, extra drive belt and 4 leveling feetThank you,Jacob BrockeCommerce DivisionHardware Sales Inc.
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Aluminum should be no problem for this mill at 3/4 thickness if the machine is set up correctly (tooling). The table is 6 by 21 inches, which your part could be that big but it depends on how you plan on clamping it to the table if it covers the entire table. This mill does not come with any CAD software.
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I assume by "cutting" you mean slotting into block/plate stock. From a horsepower and MRR point of view, you couldn't go 3/4 deep in one run. For a single end mill, you don't want to go 3/4 deep slotting in a single pass with anything that fits in a R-8 collet. This is from just looking at the specifications -- I don't have this exact mill -- but the general power needs for various cuts are reasonably well documented on the Internet.
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This does not come with any CAD software and I am not aware of any being available. I do not think that it has the ability to utilize CAD. I have successfully drilled through 1/2" steel with no problem, but have not tried to "cut" any metals with it, so I am unsure if it truly has this ability. I am still learning how to better use the unit.
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Do not cut aluminum with a steel cutting blade! You'll have horrible galvanic corrosion and ruin your bandsaw. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galvanic_corrosion
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This software, mine is SAL 3, can work with nearly any file format using the trace function. In my opinion it's the best standard cutting software I have used.
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No, it's more for straight cuts. You could cut an octagon out an then use a sander to smooth the sides to a circle. I suggest a jig saw but you will need to buy a blade for cutting acrylic & plexiglass.
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Alum is non-ferrous and can be cut with carbide tipped blades. You could try and use your router and a straight cut bit to mill it down, wearing good protection. If that is not an option, I would look for a local shop with a mill, engine rebuild, fabrication, or any company that makes things out of metal will normally have a mill. If it was me, I would try the first option, it isn't much material and have cut brass, copper, and alum before with table saw, bandsaw with good results.
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This is a DC only machine, therefore you can't use TIG for aluminum. You might be able to use the stick process for that with special electrodes but I wouldn't recommend it.
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I cut some custom ones for mine from plexiglass/Lexan sheets that I found at the local box store. Never had any trouble with the steel inserts, but wanted a tighter tolerance than they provided when I had some specialized projects.
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there are metal cutting blade readly available. 1/8th inch steel is not a problem, and have cut thicker. Thickest I can remember was cutting down a well casing
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For all answers regarding this software you can go to www.uscutter.com I looked on the package and it didn't say. I found I don't use it since the software that came with my Silhouette does what I need it to do. Wasted my money. May not be the case for you if you have a different cutter.
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Yes. Unless it's aluminum foil, I'd recommend a Dremel tool. If you're trying to score a piece of aluminum, this would work (briefly) but you'd be better off with a utility knife/box cutter.
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I agree with Big Tex. Aluminum, copper and maybe brass you probably could use the same wood cutting blade with a slow feed, with steel you would want a finer tooth (I think the rule is min 3 teeth in the cut at all times.) I've cut aluminum without any problem, haven't tried steel.
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Hi Dennis.You can cut up to 3/4 of an inch (20 mm) with this tool. The included cutting bit can handle that depth.Please just use a very low feeding speed of the tool that the Dremel machine can handle it.Best regardsClaes Berge
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If you mean "Can you print from it with an Android device", the answer is no. The software is Windows or Mac. Unless you're only downloading models from GradCAD, you'll need a 3D CAD program to make models. One option if Cubify (formerly Alibre/GeoMagic).
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I work on aircraft and it's able to cut 24 gauge aluminum with no problem. Copper i think is softer... So it should work.
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i found 2 sided carbide cutters for a good price Template-Services.com 14.3 x 14.3 x 2mm you may have to call and ask for them, I spoke with Andrew.
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It cuts very easily. It is very soft aluminum. We used an oscillating tool but a hacksaw would work well too.
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I was unable to locate precut foam except from Pelican with no tooling cuts. I purchased black 1/2" and red 1/4" foam from www.foambymail.com and cut all of my tools out with an exacto knife and router. They have several options available and inexpensive. Good luck!