Machines
Fabrication is based on using machines to make parts.
Subtractive
Section titled “Subtractive”These machines subtract or take away material to create the desired part.
The large, spinning drill that you use knives to cut hex shafts on.
Nebula
Section titled “Nebula”A CNC router that uses an endmill to cut polycarbonate or wood.
A CNC router that uses an endmill to cut aluminum.
Tormach
Section titled “Tormach”A CNC mill that uses a large variety of different endmills to cut steel or aluminum.
Mill vs Router
Section titled “Mill vs Router”Mills are larger than routers. Mills are more heavy-duty, and specialize in cutting harder metals than routers.
Additive
Section titled “Additive”These machines add or eject material to create the desired part.
3D Printer
Section titled “3D Printer”An additive machine that adds material instead of cutting, in order to create the desired design.