Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Total Novice - Not a Clue

You can probably pick up a used (but working) Bridgeport SERIES I CNC, for
between $1,000 & $2,000. Run it for awhile, and plan on replacing the
controls and converting to Servo motors someday, but make chips in the
meantime.

RayHex

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> From: jerrysteel2000 <jerrysteel@...>
>
> Hi Guys...
>
> I know nothing at all about CNC and before I start finding out more
> and lusting after a system, I've got a question...Whats it going to
> cost ?
>
> Ok I know thats like 'how long is a bit of string', but I'm after a
> very rough idea.
>
> A Mill about Bridgeport size.
> cnc on 3-axis
> I was a computer programmer before I retired ('C') so I'm ok with
> that side.
> Have used manual lathes & mills for many years, so I'm ok there.
>
> solder, components, pcbs & I do NOT mix, so it all needs to be 'plug
> & play'.
>
> Anyone want to make a guess what sort of money I need to spend ?
> I want something that is going to work reliably & not require
> constant tinkering. The idea is to use the system, not make it an
> ongoing project in its own right, but cost is VERY important.