As I stated I am new to the CNC section but not new to woodworking, I am an amateur woodworker that enjoys making cabinets, bookcases, boxes etc etc ….. I think the CNC router would take me to the next level of detail. I do not own a CNC router machine but I am looking into my options either build one myself from scratch or kit (there are many kits out there, or I could buy a complete system I know this is more expensive. I think I would like a 48” x 48” unit (I don’t know why) but I try to buy the best I can at the time, I think if I buy a smaller unit I will regret it later.
I have the following questions:
-Is a 48” x 48” too big to start with?
-Is there anything special I should be looking for, example type of guild rail, type of construction ie. Material?
-I have a trial version of Vcave Pro and I also hear the is a free version of Mach3 (do I really need Mach3) I understand I depends on what type of work I will be doing but is there better software out there?
I just want to say I am really looking forward to the new direction in my woodworking hobby my be even make an income when I retire (a few more years to go yet)
Regards,
Mick