2016年12月8日星期四

Affordable CNC Routers for Aluminum Composite Machining

Aluminum composite materials are the most preferred material in the signage industry. There are several reasons for the popularity of the material the main is its relative affordable cost and the second being it very versatile. The material is waterproof, rust proof and the smooth finish is ideal for durability in outdoor signs.

Aluminum composites comprise the bonding of a non-aluminum layer sandwiched between two aluminum layers. The process of cutting through these three layers with a clean edge or finish requires engineering tools.

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While it is true that a sharp knife can do the job for a straightforward cut it is very slow and when large sheets have to be cut it can be cumbersome. Also corners and rounded profile are indeed challenging to use a sharp knife. The other known tools are panel saws, circular saws and table saws that can easily cut through composites. Handling large sheets is an issue for these tools.



Fortunately the use of CNC routers has solved the problem rather admirably. These routers such as the OMNI CNC Basic Type Router are perfect for indoor and outdoor signage cutting as well as engraving. The Router can cut several types of material such as

•  Plastics

•  Composites which include
o  ACP – aluminum composite panels
o  ACM – aluminum composite material
o  Other solid surface material

•  Non-ferrous material among others.

The CNC router from OMNI CNC is widely used in-
ACP Cladding of building facades. Thermoplastic core is bonded between two aluminum panels. The bonded ACPs are light in weight, rigid and strong. Patterns similar to other materials such as wood, stone or marble can be painted lending to imaginative interiors in partitions or as wall screen decorative paneling. ACP panels can be drilled, punched and cut into complex shapes making installation easy which saves cost and time. Other uses include

•  Creating signage for indoor and outdoor use
•  Models and prototyping
•  Architectural elements for decoration

The router is robust in build with strong machine frame and its high frequency spindle of 3kW or more is powerful and rated to work with minimum or zero maintenance. The spindle can handle 6000 to 18000 revolutions per minute which can tackle the most intricate cutting job with precision. Another feature that allows this high positioning precision is quality stepper motors. This motion system can divide steps into micro steps due to stall torque and high power at low speeds. This is an essential feature for accurate cutting of aluminum composites with smooth finished edges.

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