586,094 active members*
4,137 visitors online*
Register for free
Login
IndustryArena Forum > WoodWorking > WoodWorking Topics > 5-axis mill for cutting compound curve planks
Results 1 to 2 of 2
  1. #1
    Join Date
    Mar 2008
    Posts
    1

    5-axis mill for cutting compound curve planks

    Hello all, I am working on a wooden boat project. The planks are quite unique in that they are cut from a solid tree trunk (typically two planks per 10 foot cedar trunk).

    Questions:

    1. Are there any suitable multi-axis mills that will cut a cedar log/tree trunk with compound curves?

    2. Is there a machine that will cut a log that is 10 feet long? The longest plank is 10 feet long, but others will be in the range of 6 to 8 feet.

    3. Do you know of any wood/furniture CNC houses that have 5-axis capability for stock of this size?

    This boat will be used on an expedition and building it using original methods (planks cut from solid trees) is a must. No steamed/clamped flat planks here. Compound curves are used throughout.

    Thanks in advance for your suggestions.

    Cheers,

    Sandman

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Apr 2007
    Posts
    1955
    Hi Sandman - I sent a PM to you.

Similar Threads

  1. installing compound angled holes on 3 axis machines
    By krustykrab in forum Hard / High Speed Machining
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 10-14-2007, 02:46 AM
  2. Enco Compound Slide Milling & Compound Drilling Table
    By 7ofclubs in forum DIY CNC Router Table Machines
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 12-24-2006, 05:43 AM
  3. What's the learning curve for the TL-2
    By rbest27 in forum Haas Mills
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 12-18-2006, 05:29 PM
  4. compound angled holes on 3-axis machine
    By krustykrab in forum Uncategorised MetalWorking Machines
    Replies: 0
    Last Post: 05-17-2004, 05:49 PM
  5. Project a curve
    By keithorr in forum OneCNC
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 04-03-2003, 05:36 AM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •