Welcome to Our Community

Some features disabled for guests. Register Today.

Router table for cutting aluminum

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Rudifisk, Jul 31, 2020.

  1. Rudifisk

    Rudifisk New
    Builder

    Joined:
    Jul 31, 2020
    Messages:
    1
    Likes Received:
    0
    Hi, new guy here

    I am making plans to build a metal cutting CNC router and want something rigid and stable. It will be used to cut aluminum sheet up to 1/2" and table size will be 48" X 60". It seems that most of the DIY router tables I have found on the web are constructed from aluminum 80/20 type of erector set components which for most uses is an easy and clean way to go. But I want a more heavily built machine and expect to build it of steel. I plan to use standard steel shapes such as box section tubing with some brake work (metal bending) for the gantry.

    What I am hoping for are some links to builds like mine that are more heavily constructed. Can anyone point me in the right direction to see what others have done? Thanks.

    Randy
     
  2. JustinTime

    JustinTime Veteran
    Builder

    Joined:
    Dec 18, 2013
    Messages:
    784
    Likes Received:
    259
  3. Giarc

    Giarc OpenBuilds Team
    Staff Member Moderator Builder Resident Builder

    Joined:
    Jan 24, 2015
    Messages:
    3,017
    Likes Received:
    1,682
    Although this is for a fixed gantry, the materials and methods are applicable.
     

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice