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Plastic
- Joined
- Jan 2, 2020
- Location
- Huntsville, Texas
Hello, I am a new member who is seeking qualified advice from the members here.
Background:
I own a BMX brand which sells small quantities of BMX Pegs. Previously, I had sourced all machining from a USA company. While they have always supplied a quality product, the pricing has left very little room for revenues and I have found myself at a crossroad.... machine the pegs myself, send the work overseas or shutdown. For me there is only one option and that's manufacture them myself.
I need help selecting the right machine for the job based on the following:
-Ability to turn, bore, knurl, chamfer, up to 2" 6061 Aluminum Bar yielding a finished product at a maximum of 4" in length
Will I have to have a lathe with a 2" bore or can I get by with a nice bench top machine?
Budget:
I would like to spend as little as possible. However, as stated above, I would like to purchase the correct tool for performing the job. Entry level purchase now and upgrading in the future is an option if costs are prohibitive. I would prefer to purchase new as I don't have the time to hunt for a machine.
Ability:
I am an expert level woodworker and and own a shop full of professional/industrial machines. I find it necessary to mention this to relay that I am competent. I don't expect to buy a tool and become a machinist... but, I am confident in my ability to learn and produce the products I design.
I thank in advance any members willing to give me advice. I hope this is the first post of many to come.
-Braden
Background:
I own a BMX brand which sells small quantities of BMX Pegs. Previously, I had sourced all machining from a USA company. While they have always supplied a quality product, the pricing has left very little room for revenues and I have found myself at a crossroad.... machine the pegs myself, send the work overseas or shutdown. For me there is only one option and that's manufacture them myself.
I need help selecting the right machine for the job based on the following:
-Ability to turn, bore, knurl, chamfer, up to 2" 6061 Aluminum Bar yielding a finished product at a maximum of 4" in length
Will I have to have a lathe with a 2" bore or can I get by with a nice bench top machine?
Budget:
I would like to spend as little as possible. However, as stated above, I would like to purchase the correct tool for performing the job. Entry level purchase now and upgrading in the future is an option if costs are prohibitive. I would prefer to purchase new as I don't have the time to hunt for a machine.
Ability:
I am an expert level woodworker and and own a shop full of professional/industrial machines. I find it necessary to mention this to relay that I am competent. I don't expect to buy a tool and become a machinist... but, I am confident in my ability to learn and produce the products I design.
I thank in advance any members willing to give me advice. I hope this is the first post of many to come.
-Braden
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