====== Tormach PCNC 440 Mill ======
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===== Make/Model ===== 
PCNC 440


===== Cost To Use =====
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===== Notes =====
You MUST BE TRAINED before using it alone. Contact James Pittman to set up an appointment for your training.




 ===== Specs ===== 

  * Cuts aluminum, steel, titanium, as well as plastics, composites, wood, and PCB boards.
  * Table Size: 18” x 6.3”
  * Work Envelope: 10” x 6.25” x 10” (X,Y,Z)
  * 300 - 10,000 RPM R8 Spindle
  * Max Feed Rate: 135 IPM (X,Y), 110 IPM (Z) 


  * Cast Iron Frame and Table
  * Dovetail Ways
  * Ball Screws


  * Full Enclosure
  * Mist Coolant (coming)
  * 4th Axis (coming)



===== Design Process / Software =====

  * First, a model must be designed in a CAD (Computer​-​Aided Design) program like Fusion360, SketchUp, AutoCAD, etc. 
  * Next, the model must be converted into “tool paths” by CAM (Computer​-​Aided Manufactur​ing​) software so the machine knows how to carve that model. Examples: MaserCAM, MeshCAM, SprutCAM, etc. The tool paths are expressed in something called “g-code”. 3D printers also use g-code. 
    * Some programs, like Fusion360, have both CAD/CAM. 
  * Finally, Tormach's software (PathPilot™, based on LinuxCNC) accepts g-code files, and controls the CNC through the cutting process.



 ===== Ownership ===== 
The Bodgery, thanks to generous donations from members



 ===== History ===== 
05/18/16 - Arrived at Makerspace\\
05/20/16 - Base repaired, and machine installed
05/?? - Ready to use



===== Owner's Manual =====

[[https://www.tormach.com/support/wpdmpro/um10372-pcnc440-manual/?wpdmdl=1620&ind=1565886700989|Operator's Manual [PDF]]]

[[https://www.tormach.com/support/mill/440-mill/documents/|Other documentation]]

===== QR Code =====

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