New MIX Metal CNC

The MIX acquired the Genmitsu ProVer 3030 Metal CNC Router a while ago, however, new extensions such as a dedicated computer running Candle controller application and more, have been added to make it for effective to create cleaner cuts as well as making the overall system easier to use and integrate into our newly listed MIX Metal CNC Workshop offering (sign up via Mason 360).
Cutting polycarbonate or aluminum material functions best. The workshop covers the best methods to get the best results. There are also a number of bits available to create a range of pocket and through cuts.
Some attention should be given to a few faculty who have repeatedly expressed interest in using the metal CNC. These include GMU Shar School Professor Matthew Scherer, who has been volunteering his time for a high school student First Robotics team (something that his children have been involved in), and Bioengineering/Mechanical Engineering Professor Quentin Saunders, among others. Numerous students also have expressed interest in using the metal CNC, and you will find a GMU branded aluminum sheet in the images below done by one of GMU’s Fencing Club members, a GMU Registered Student Organization that meets regularly in the MIX to do everything from developing new scoring technology systems, wire their foils, and creating and customizing their circuit responsive uniforms.

Professor Matthew Scherer cutting some parts out of a polycarbonate sheet to assemble a robot chassy for his First Robotics student group