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After calibration, we tested the machine with 2D Milling operation (Nested square pocket) and 3D Milling operation (Dome shape) and it churned out shapes nicely. (Image 2&3)
After calibration, we tested the machine with 2D Milling operation (Nested square pocket) and 3D Milling operation (Dome shape) and it churned out shapes nicely. (Image 2&3)


I suggest that you keep the speed & feed rate conservative (i.e make it slow) and see how this machine plays with various materials, both wood and soft metal. I have no idea whether or not we can mill Aluminium chunk with this little bugger without wearing it out *prematurely* but aye I'm not expert on this so your opinions are more than welcomed.
I suggest that you keep the speed & feed rate conservative (i.e make it slow) and see how this machine plays with various materials, both wood and soft metal. I have no idea whether or not we can mill Aluminium chunk with this little bugger without wearing it out *prematurely* but I'm not an expert on this so your opinions are more than welcomed.


== Usage ==
== Usage ==
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Future (proper) training needed for this machine.
Future (proper) training needed for this machine.
Use the machine as your own risk. Wear PPEs at all time.
Use the machine as your own risk. Wear PPEs at all time.
==History==
* Refurbished and made operational by Andy Kornelson 
==Upgrade Requests==
* Add a Height Sensor for non-metalic surfaces
* Add a Surface Mapping program
* Install a registration strip on the bed to allow for repeatable placement of holders and templates.
* design and install improved hold-down clamps.
==Upgrade History==
* This is a placeholder for listing upgrades and enhancements
==Repairs Needed==
* This is a placeholder for listing repairs that are needed
==Repair History==
* This is a placeholder for listing repairs that were performed


== Samples ==
== Samples ==
[[File:141-a.jpg|200px|thumb|left|alt text]] [[File:141-b.jpg|200px|thumb|left|alt text]]
[[File:141-a.jpg|200px|alt text]] [[File:141-b.jpg|200px|alt text]]
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