Stefan Trethan wrote:
>If it were efficient, why isn't the industry using it?
>It takes ages compared to etching.
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I think it's more usually 'gearheads' who are way more comfortable
mechanically than in any other area, practicality doesn't enter into the
equation..
Note Gerhard's page, $10 for a bit that only does 1000 inches, 500
inches of trace both sides. That costs no more than a few printed pages
on TT..
They generally need to study the economics too, and switch to a proper
floating engraving spindle. Bottom picture in this page:
http://www.data-cut.com/page5es.html $150-$250 for an ok low end spindle, and the bits are only $15ish
normally for diamond tip on the low end again. Probably won't take too
long to recoup the spindle price in extra life to the bits, if the
machine is actually used much. Plus has other good uses, like engraving
plastic signage etc. (That's only the spindle prices not the
mount/motor, more for name brands too..)