Here's the FIRST book to offer step-by-step guidelines that walk the reader through the entire process a building a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine from start to finish. Using inexpensive, off-the-shelf parts, readers can build CNC machines with true industrial shop applications such as machining, routing, and cutting--at a fraction of what it would cost to purchase one..

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* Great for anyone who wants to automate a task in their home shop or small business.
* Easy-to-use Windows-based software controls the robotic automation.
* Builders can scale and customize the machine to suit their own industrial needs.
* Numerous tips, tricks, and pictorials walk the reader through every step--design, construction, and completion

Here's the First book to offer step-by-step guidelines that walk the reader through the entire process a building a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine from start to finish. Using inexpensive, off-the-shelf parts, readers can build CNC machines with true industrial shop applications such as machining, routing, and cutting at a fraction of what it would cost to purchase one.

• Chapter 1: Design Chapter 2: Electronics Chapter 3: Making the Printed Circuit Board Chapter 4: Driver Assembly Chapter 5: Software Setup and Driver Testing Chapter 6: The Frame Chapter 7: The Gantry and X-axis Chapter 8: The Z and Y Axes Chapter 9: Motor and Lead Screw Installation Chapter 10: File Creation and KCam Chapter 11: Tool Holders and Testing Chapter 12: Examples SOURCES OF MATERIAL INDEX