The dream is to be able to CNC cut metal parts in your garage for the least money possible. Well, I think I’ve got a solution for y’all: The 1310 CNC. It’a all metal construciton thick linear motion rods and Lead Screws on all 3 axis makes this the most robust inexpensive CNC machine coming out of China for under $300, but it’s got an achilles heel: The spindle motor. So let’s replace that and cut some 1/2″ Aluminum.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
3:41 – Assembly Timelapse
4:48 – Stock Built Walkthrough & Critique
11:31 – Electronics
12:50 – Universal G-code Sender (UGS)
15:41 – CNC Coordinates Explained
19:07 – Firmware Modification
20:09 – Software workflow
29:07 – First Cuts in Metal
31:03 – New Motor
32:35 – 3D Printed Upgrade
34:20 – Getting the RPM correct by ear
35:32 – Adjusting Stepper Motor Torque
38:00 – New Motor Fan
39:13 – First Successful Aluminum Metal Parts Cut
43:15 – The Chatter is Breaking Bits
44:47 – Issues with Bits and Bit Selection
48:48 – Air cooling the cut
49:39 – Relocating the electronics
50:34 – Conclusion/Lessons Learned
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