===== CNC Phone Stand =====
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==== Introduction ====
This project will introduce you to generating a CNC toolpath, using a simple gantry style CNC machine, and slush casting a prototype in plastic resin.  The {{http://www.rolanddga.com/products/milling/mdx540/|Rolland MDX-540}} can use proprietary software to cut parts or industry standard programming instructions, know as G-code.  G-code specifies initialization parameters then a series of points for the machine to move to at a given feed rate.  Although it is possible to write G-code manually, programs like MasterCAM automate the process for complicated or large parts.


====Procedure====

A cellphone stand has been {{:classes:designandproto:assignments:phonestandcncv2.zip| designed}} for you in solidworks and exported as an IGES.  Import the part into mastercam and generate a series of toolpaths to cut the part using a .25" flat endmill.  Use the backplot and verify commands to check for errors.  Output the G-code and send Dale the mastercam and g-code files so that he can verify the code is safe.  Cut the mold on the CNC machine.  Use the mold to slush cast a plastic copy.

====Tutorial====
[[classes:designandproto:assignments:cnc:tutorial|CNC Phone Stand Toolpathing Tutorial]]