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  1. 03-24-2008, 11:08 AM #1
    jeffmorris
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    Build CNC machine out of aluminum?

    I built a 17X20 overhead leadscrew CNC machine out of plywood following the plans from Solsylva. Is it possible to build the same kind of machine out of aluminum framing such as 80/20 and TSlots?
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    yeah it would be fairly simple to build a machine of that design out of aluminum 80/20, solid rectangle, or tubing. If you have the tools I would opt to make the frame out of steel tubing.

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