Large Format CNC Router Proposal

Sponsor

We would like to see a large format Shopbot CNC router capable of basic and advanced work brought into PS1.

For the purposes of this authorization, the CNC router and associated accesories should be substantially similar to the description here:
- A CNC router with capacity similar to a PRSstandard, with a work area of aproximately 4' x 8' x 6".
- A dust collector, a computer capable of running the CNC router, and a high frequency spindle of at least 2HP

Extra stuff:

Receipts will be linked below.

$12,895 (#10108) PRSstandard
- Normal Work Area: 96"x 48"x 6"
- Movement Limits: 102" x 50" x 8"
- Floor Foot Print: 120" x 79" x 67"
- Recommended Clearance: 30" around all sides.
$2,619 (#12541) HSD 2.2HP 3 Phase Variable Frequency Spindle; 230v (single or 3-phase options) (includes 4 ER25 collets)
- Quieter than standard spindle
- Software controlled speed.
$600 Dust collector (may be part of larger area dust collection project)
$950 Shipping (ShopBot quote)
$900 Computer & Monitor
$400 Electrical
10% Buffer for additional shipping and install costs.

Along junk rack at the front of the welding area. This allows easy, non disruptive handling of large material.
In the wood shop. Matt Triano said (I believe) that he'll make room.

Authorize the board to spend $xx,xxx on a large format CNC router and related expenses. Authorization expires in 90 days.