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Old 01-20-2008, 10:06 PM   #2
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Hi brettmansdorf

That's something like getting a outboard motor for a boat and then making a boat to use the motor...

It can be done but it's not going to be cheap..or easy

Think of what you are wanting to do, just route some wood..and then once the bits wear out, then what ?, then you will have a new boat anchor..

Are you sure they are router bits or mill end tools ?


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Originally Posted by brettmansdorf
OK, simply put, buddy of mine sent me a ton of 3/4" shank bits (usable in wood) of quality higher (many brand new) than anything I can get. Have LOTS of them - want to use.

Can I 'try' and find a used or broken CNC - for the motor and fittings, and convert to a table mounted (underneath), or am I out of my mind?

I know almost nothing of the CNC machines - and simply want the ability to utilize these bits. I've had the suggestion of getting a shaper table and having a custom fitted (fabricated) conversion for a CNC 3/4" collet - but that includes buying a shaper and then having the piece customized - then spinning the bits below their normal speed... Lots of hoops to jump through.

If I'm out of my mind... Just let me know.

thanx as always.
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