3018 CNC MACHINE
The 3018 CNC machine is a compact CNC router designed primarily for beginners, and small-scale projects. With a working area of 300 mm x 180 mm, it is ideal for tasks such as milling, and cutting on wood, plastics, and soft metals like aluminium. This machine is easy to assemble, operates with GRBL software, and is commonly used for PCB milling, rapid prototyping While its size and power are limited, have cost efficient.
Key features of 3018 CNC machines:
Compact Size: Working area: 300 mm x 180 mm. making it ideal for small projects and personal use.
User-Friendly: Easy to assemble and operate, often sold as a DIY kit for hands-on learning.
Material Compatibility: Works well with wood, plastics, acrylic, and soft metals like aluminium.
Software Compatibility: Supports popular software like GRBL, Universal Gcode Sender, and Mach3 for easy control.
Safety Features: Includes limit switches to prevent the machine from going beyond its working area and an emergency stop button for safety.
Working area of 3018 CNC machine:
X-axis: (300mm)
This is a horizontal movement of CNC machine.
This is represent how to far tool can move along the length of the material.
Y-axis: (180mm)
This is a vertical movement of CNC machine.
This is represent how to far tool can move along the width of the material.
Z-axis: (variable)
The Z-axis represents the vertical movement of the spindle, allowing for cutting depth adjustments. It controls how deep the tool goes into the material but does not directly impact the working area’s horizontal limits.
Why Choose a 3018 CNC Machine Over Other CNC Machines:
Affordable price: The 3018 CNC machine is one of the budget friendly options on the market
Space saving design: Its small size makes it easy to fit into a variety of spaces without needing much area.
Ease of Use for Beginners: The 3018 CNC machine is designed with beginners in mind. It is relatively easy to assemble, and many models come as DIY kits that provide hands-on learning experience.
Versatility: The 3018 CNC machine can be used for a variety of applications including milling, cutting, and PCB milling on materials like wood, plastics, acrylic, and even soft metals like aluminium.
Low Maintenance and Easy Upgrades: The 3018 CNC machine is generally low-maintenance due to its simplicity.
Great for Educational Purposes: The 3018 CNC is widely used in education due to its affordability and ease of use.
Low Power Consumption: The 3018 CNC machine uses significantly less power than larger CNC machines, making it more energy-efficient for small tasks.
Setup for 3018 CNC machine:
Unbox and assemble the frame (X, Y, Z axes).
Install stepper motors and connect the spindle or laser module.
Wire the motors and components to the control board.
Install control software (e.g., GRBL, Universal G-code Sender) on your computer.
Calibrate the axes and check for proper movement.
Secure the material onto the machine bed.
Test run with a small project to ensure everything is working. Always perform safety checks before operating.
Application for 3018 CNC machine:
DIY Projects
Small Scale Production
Educational Use
Laser Engraving
Model Making
PCB Milling.
