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Show idea/question? Combined 3d printer, CNC router (& laser cutter?)

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Former Member over 13 years ago

Hello people,

 

There's this idea in my head that keeps popping up:

 

Al these 3d printers, CNC's and laser cutters are (as far as I can tell) for the most part the same hardware.

And the axis and stepper motors do not come cheap.

Wouldn't it be awesome to combine these machines (if possible)?

By perhaps changing the extruder for a dremel/CNC head (or laser)?

 

If it's possible I would call it the Cerberus image (or Two Face in case the laser doesn't work out).

 

If it's not possible I would like to know why, so I can let it rest image

 

Thanks in advance for reading and possibly responding.

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  • colecago
    colecago over 13 years ago +1
    The only comments I have, is that often CNC machines and 3D printers require different architectures, sure they are both 3D machines, but a 3D printer requires speed and not much torque and can use a lot…
  • ckraft
    ckraft over 13 years ago +1
    This idea comes up quite often. Usually someone attaches a 3D printing extruder to their CNC machine. I warn folks it won't work well but its one of those things you have to do for yourself to believe…
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  • bad_boy_y
    bad_boy_y over 13 years ago

    I thing the dust of the cnc (when it's work) can affect laser, miror or extruder. It's can be a problem

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    bad_boy_y over 13 years ago

    I thing the dust of the cnc (when it's work) can affect laser, miror or extruder. It's can be a problem

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    Former Member over 13 years ago in reply to bad_boy_y

    Having a way to seal off the sensitive part of the laser equipment when not in use would be simple enough. And you would most likely have the extruder and whatnot be detachable pieces that are only in the machine when you use it.

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