[sdiy] possible cnc service (was: slider/fader slotcutting techniques)

[Julian]

>>sounds very promising. what file formats will you accept?

The machine itself runs off g-code (just a long string of positioning co-ordinates), but, in real terms, any format that can be 
converted to g-code would be acceptable.

This includes most vector formats (.dxf .fpd etc), and, with work, g-code can even be generated from single colour graphics files.

For pcb production, ill initially be working with eagel files.  Double sided pcbs are quite possible, however, there is a limit on 
the trace width thats reliably achievable when milling.  This will probably decrease with as my skill level increases though! : )

I have three spindles (cutting heads) for the machine - a high wattage unit routing/drilling front panels, a floating head unit for 
engraving front panels/pcbs, and a very low run-out spindle for precision drilling of pcbs.

Ive built the machine primarily for my own use, however, itll be such a useful object that it would certainly be a shame for it to 
be lying idle!

Thanks, Julian