Joined: 28 Aug 2016
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Location: Brisbane, QLD
Machining
Hi Guys
I am looking to get a crank machined for a reciprocating weapon, Does anybody have any recommendations as to where I might be able to get it done?
- Geoff
Sun Aug 28, 2016 7:09 pm
Nick Experienced Roboteer
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Do you have a rough drawing of what you want? _________________ Australian 2015 Featherweight champion
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Sun Aug 28, 2016 8:15 pm
Geoff4260
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Location: Brisbane, QLD
I have a preliminary CAD design that I did in solid works. It still needs to be refined (if I can get it machined)
It has a diameter of about 100mm, kind of similar to a rotary hammer crank, but with a larger stroke (about 70mm).
I can PM it to you, but it's an old version. If I can get it machined, I will finalise the design. But I would probably be needing a 5 axis router for this job?
Mon Aug 29, 2016 12:03 pm
Nick Experienced Roboteer
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Anyone with a 5 axis mill is going to price gouge you! The easier way to do it is to make it in separate parts and assemble them later. The parts could be pressed, welded or pinned together, depending on the material and sizes and that will make fabrication WAY easier. _________________ Australian 2015 Featherweight champion
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Mon Aug 29, 2016 12:18 pm
maddox
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Refining a 5 axis machined part after it's been machined?
Expensive way of building something.
On the other hand, as Nick writes.
Give us details ,and we can give decent advice.
And yes, if your design is good, it will be copied... I myself find it a great compliment.
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