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		zokier 3 months ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Building the most accurate DIY CNC lathe in the wo... Worth noting that the lathe project itself is on indefinite hiatus right now as I understand it, so don't hold your breath waiting to see finished results.

Joel_Mckay 3 months ago [–]

Most do not understand how difficult these machines are to handle, but there are some completed specialty CNC builds around.

"High precision air bearing CNC lathe and grinder" (Dan Gelbart)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFrVdoOhu1Q

Cylo's Garage spent a lot of time exploring these designs. =3

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