CNC Crafting: Acrylic Machining in Modern Job Shops

Shared Insight by Form Forged
In the dynamic world of CNC machining, not all projects revolve around metals. As demonstrated by Form Forged, CNC technology advances the finishing of non-metallic materials, such as 3/4″ acrylic, into seamless components. Utilizing a retrofitted UCCNC router, enhanced with ENCY CAD/CAM Software, the process showcases the finesse of acrylic machining.

CNC Router Efficiency
The images depict a clear acrylic ring being expertly milled with precision by employing a vacuum table with a custom laser-cut spoilboard. This setup allows clean cuts and efficient chip evacuation, vital for achieving smooth edges without downtimes or mishaps.

Mold and Prototype Fabrication
The versatile CNC router milling various plastic and metal materials highlights the tool’s applicability across diverse applications, such as 2D cutting and 3-axis milling, which are essential in job shops and die & mold industries. These operations are underscored by the practical use of ENCY’s advanced tools, evidenced by the high accuracy achieved during the subtractive manufacturing processes.