What is the CNC Router?
The CNC Router is very similar to the CNC Mill. They both cut different materials with the aid of computer software. The CNC Router typically cuts softer materials like foam and wood. Also it works at higher speeds and is more efficient. The Router we have in the Innovation Center is the HS CNC Router which is typically made for education and small shop uses.
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What I've Learned
- I learned that the CNC Router is typically made for cutting softer materials (wood), opposed to harder materials (metal alloys)
Summary
From the research I've done, I've learned that the CNC Router is very similar to the CNC Mill. They both use the same software and do near identical tasks. The CNC Router cuts softer products and is more efficient and would be a better choice for wood and foam. I think the CNC Router would be very interesting to use to make something out of wood and I hope to be able to use it in the Innovation Center some time.