J
JJJack
Guest
Hello, I am developing a prototype and to do so I need to simulate the pour flap groove in a typical aluminum beverage can (see attached sketch). The requirement for accuracy is high because the dimensions involved are small. Normally the forming of a can lid is done by a sequences of dies or punches. However, this is a very expensive proposition, and at this stage there are a lot of issues I need to iron out on a small scale before I get to any tool and die operations.
I have narrowed my choice down to 2 options and I am looking for opinions to confirm these choices and to make sure I have not neglected any other.
I have landed on the Tormach PCNC 440 and the Accurate PCB prototyping CNC A432. The accurate machine can achieve the precision required and I am having difficulty getting information from Tormach. From the information I gathered, it seems that making small slots requires high spindle speed, speeds that Accurate can provide (i.e. 50,000 rpm +) but not Tormach.
Thanks
I have narrowed my choice down to 2 options and I am looking for opinions to confirm these choices and to make sure I have not neglected any other.
I have landed on the Tormach PCNC 440 and the Accurate PCB prototyping CNC A432. The accurate machine can achieve the precision required and I am having difficulty getting information from Tormach. From the information I gathered, it seems that making small slots requires high spindle speed, speeds that Accurate can provide (i.e. 50,000 rpm +) but not Tormach.
Thanks