Laser Cutting Service? / RFQ
01-15-2010, 09:04 AM
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Hey all,
Can anyone recommend a laser cutting service that is currently accepting jobs? I'm looking to make about 12 short kits for a flying wing, nothing too complicated, just ribs, a firewall, and two servo trays.
(I've searched the forums and have contacted a few of the suggestions, but no one is returning messages.)
Thanks for your help,
-Joe
Can anyone recommend a laser cutting service that is currently accepting jobs? I'm looking to make about 12 short kits for a flying wing, nothing too complicated, just ribs, a firewall, and two servo trays.
(I've searched the forums and have contacted a few of the suggestions, but no one is returning messages.)
Thanks for your help,
-Joe
01-15-2010, 09:12 AM
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Have you tried Eddie @ Lazer-Works in Texas?
http://www.lazer-works.com/main.html
or call him @ 940-766-2667, best time is around
9 AM, Noon or 4PM central time.
Bill D.
http://www.lazer-works.com/main.html
or call him @ 940-766-2667, best time is around
9 AM, Noon or 4PM central time.
Bill D.
01-15-2010, 10:15 AM
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Bill,
I have not tried Lazer-Works as I incorrectly assumed that they only supplied short kits, but after reading their FAQ (d-uh!) I see that they do one-off and small runs as well. I'll check with them... thanks!
-Joe
I have not tried Lazer-Works as I incorrectly assumed that they only supplied short kits, but after reading their FAQ (d-uh!) I see that they do one-off and small runs as well. I'll check with them... thanks!
-Joe
01-15-2010, 10:25 AM
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Kind of gone now, but a few months ago used to be a big list here of who did laser cutting. I think all the firms noted are all hungry now. I only used three of the firms, and find that biggest thing right now involves shipping costs, and the materials costs. One firm may be high at one phase, and another for maybe another point. If they want a set-up charge that has to be figured into the costs for those first cut models.
With a quantity of twelve, it ought to be easy enough to get services for a firm. I ussually only cut one or two as prototypes, then alter things after first flight or crash, and the send off new files and get adjusted parts into the air.
Wm.
With a quantity of twelve, it ought to be easy enough to get services for a firm. I ussually only cut one or two as prototypes, then alter things after first flight or crash, and the send off new files and get adjusted parts into the air.
Wm.
01-15-2010, 10:32 AM
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That's a good point about getting one or two made first - especially since it's my first stab at a laser-cut short kit. I guess I was just hoping that there were savings in quantity and that firms would be more eager to help -vs- one offs...
Yea, I thought I remember seeing a list...
-Joe
Yea, I thought I remember seeing a list...
-Joe
01-15-2010, 10:58 AM
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Joe...
I have been doing this for like one dozen years now. When you mention "Prototype" the firm manager gets all excited. They then think that you are PERFECT and have zero flaws in your design. No adjustments to Incidence required, the CG is perfect, the motor power was OK, etc.
Be safe and do a couple of prototypes than put into production.
Boy, tilted the main wing just a bit and now it really takes off and goes.
And why does it only fly good nose up?
Wm.
I have been doing this for like one dozen years now. When you mention "Prototype" the firm manager gets all excited. They then think that you are PERFECT and have zero flaws in your design. No adjustments to Incidence required, the CG is perfect, the motor power was OK, etc.
Be safe and do a couple of prototypes than put into production.
Boy, tilted the main wing just a bit and now it really takes off and goes.
And why does it only fly good nose up?
Wm.
01-17-2010, 12:52 AM
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I can CNC cut some kits for you if you want. I am not set up for large number but can do 12 or any other amount with no problem.
If you have the cut data I will cut them for the cost of the wood and whatever it will be to ship it.
let me know if you are interested.
If you have the cut data I will cut them for the cost of the wood and whatever it will be to ship it.
let me know if you are interested.
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I used Belair Kit Cutting @ http://www.belairkits.com/ They are located in England, but are VERY good!
Daniel.
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01-17-2010, 07:09 PM
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I am currently working with a guy I have found. I am the first R/C project he has worked on. He told me he has gotten other inquiries for kits, but has shied away because of the quality of the CAD work, and in a couple of cases they were scans to PDF. He has expressed interest if someone he knows locally (me), and knows more about R/C than he does (me), can act as a go-between. I'll pm the details.
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Contact me at: [email protected] I can get the parts out to you reasonably fast. E-mail me your cad drawing or scale sketches.
I currently do short kits for Flying Models Magazine there are a couple of my kits listed on www.lasershortkits.com take a look.
I currently do short kits for Flying Models Magazine there are a couple of my kits listed on www.lasershortkits.com take a look.
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Hey Joe,
I know it has been a while since you posted, but if you are still interested in having those wings laser cut, let me know!
I am with Accurate CNC Services and we are very experienced with laser cutting and part marking as well as many otherCNC services.
Contact me at [email protected] if you would like a quick quote!
I would be glad to help you with your project.
Thanks,
I know it has been a while since you posted, but if you are still interested in having those wings laser cut, let me know!
I am with Accurate CNC Services and we are very experienced with laser cutting and part marking as well as many otherCNC services.
Contact me at [email protected] if you would like a quick quote!
I would be glad to help you with your project.
Thanks,
Kevin Meyers
Accurate CNC Services
11365 N. Government Way
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-0641
04-06-2010, 05:55 PM
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Hey all,
Can anyone recommend a laser cutting service that is currently accepting jobs? I'm looking to make about 12 short kits for a flying wing, nothing too complicated, just ribs, a firewall, and two servo trays.
(I've searched the forums and have contacted a few of the suggestions, but no one is returning messages.)
Thanks for your help,
-Joe
Hey all,
Can anyone recommend a laser cutting service that is currently accepting jobs? I'm looking to make about 12 short kits for a flying wing, nothing too complicated, just ribs, a firewall, and two servo trays.
(I've searched the forums and have contacted a few of the suggestions, but no one is returning messages.)
Thanks for your help,
-Joe
[email protected].
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I can do it as well contact me at [email protected]
I'm here on the east coast. I specialize in small production runs.
I'm here on the east coast. I specialize in small production runs.
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I also own/operate a laser cutting buisness, and my specialty is one-off R/C kits. (I'm a scratch builder myself when not building someone else's plane) - link is in my sig. below.
Been cutting a bunch of EPP foam kits recently, along with plaques/trophies/awards, etc. Have been selling my own kits/products locally, will be launching on the web very soon.
Essentially, the buisness started as an excuse to buy the laser.... then took over.
Been cutting a bunch of EPP foam kits recently, along with plaques/trophies/awards, etc. Have been selling my own kits/products locally, will be launching on the web very soon.
Essentially, the buisness started as an excuse to buy the laser.... then took over.
02-17-2011, 05:05 AM
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Wow, great to see lots of laser cut suppliers. Can one of you guys start a thread on Lazer Cut Tutorial or something like that? I would like to see what type of files you guys like to see, what easy and cheap CAD programs could be used, and hints on getting good parts. This might be a new trend...... Guys design THEIR OWN KITS, send in the files, get a box of wood in the mail and start building! What do you think?
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I was looking for someone to laser cut a Notfrosale funfly plane from model airplane news plans. i just got the plans.
there are ten wing ribs 2 light ply doublers and 3 light ply formers. havent been able to get an estimate yet.
if you know of anyone who has laser cut a kit like that let me know
thanks
there are ten wing ribs 2 light ply doublers and 3 light ply formers. havent been able to get an estimate yet.
if you know of anyone who has laser cut a kit like that let me know
thanks
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Try Eric at http://www.nationalbalsa.com. He will accept dxf., dwg., & pdf. files. He will also accept cdr. 13 files. He did some cutting for me and did a fine job.
Bob
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I am sure someone has asked this before and gotten an answer, but I don't know how to find it so, what is the cost of laser cutting? In the machine shops in the past there was a set up cost, then direct time and materials involved. Is it the same for laser cutting? Just for an ideal of cost, what would it cost for 1 bulkhead for a 8" wide fiberglass jet that uses 1/4" plywood? Now if it had 8 bulkheads? I ask this differently as I do not have any idea how long it would take the laser to cut a detailed bulkhead out of this size. Thanks for any information that you can provide. I realize that there are many variables. Please mention these if you can.
Thanks again.
AMT
Thanks again.
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02-17-2011, 05:38 PM
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all i have is the printed plans for the notforsale plane. i have a friend who runs a machine shop. going to see if he can copy them so i can send them in to a cutter.
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I will give a +1 to:
Alex at AK-Models
He has started doing my Seeker and Snaker kits, and he has done a great job of cutting, packaging, and using good wood!
Alex at AK-Models
He has started doing my Seeker and Snaker kits, and he has done a great job of cutting, packaging, and using good wood!
02-22-2011, 09:25 AM
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ORIGINAL: amtpdb
I am sure someone has asked this before and gotten an answer, but I don't know how to find it so, what is the cost of laser cutting? In the machine shops in the past there was a set up cost, then direct time and materials involved. Is it the same for laser cutting? Just for an ideal of cost, what would it cost for 1 bulkhead for a 8'' wide fiberglass jet that uses 1/4'' plywood? Now if it had 8 bulkheads? I ask this differently as I do not have any idea how long it would take the laser to cut a detailed bulkhead out of this size. Thanks for any information that you can provide. I realize that there are many variables. Please mention these if you can.
Thanks again.
AMT
I am sure someone has asked this before and gotten an answer, but I don't know how to find it so, what is the cost of laser cutting? In the machine shops in the past there was a set up cost, then direct time and materials involved. Is it the same for laser cutting? Just for an ideal of cost, what would it cost for 1 bulkhead for a 8'' wide fiberglass jet that uses 1/4'' plywood? Now if it had 8 bulkheads? I ask this differently as I do not have any idea how long it would take the laser to cut a detailed bulkhead out of this size. Thanks for any information that you can provide. I realize that there are many variables. Please mention these if you can.
Thanks again.
AMT
http://store.laser-design-services.c...roducts_id=102
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Camden Custom Cutters in Camden, SC, is accepting jobs for laser cutting model airplane parts, short kits, and in some cases, full kits. Contact Roger at [email protected] for details, prices, delivery, etc.
