FR4 Machine Shield

A project in Bozeman, MT by Pocket NC
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The FR4 is a 3 axis shield, cape, or hat for milling, laser engraving, and more assembled from a kit.
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Backers: 309
Average Pledge Per Backer: $354

Funded: $109,304 of $90,000
Dates: Jun 29th -> Aug 8th (40 days)
Project By: Pocket NC
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Latest News

Update #4: Detailed cuts in wax

August 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
We've had several requests to make a detailed part in machinable wax, so here it is!  We thought it would be a good opportunity to show the machine's ability to do fine detail.  We were really impressed with the results, hope you guys are too!... (Read More)

The FR4 cuts aluminum and hard plastic.

July 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi everyone!  We are really excited that we met our goal, so thanks to all of our current backers. We originally designed and built the machine for cutting wax and plastics, but just for fun we recently decided to see what would happen if we... (Read More)

Update #2: Pick and Place and Design Improvements

July 19th - via: kickstarter.com
Did you know that we have our very own pick and place machine here at Pocket NC? A few months back, we purchased it from SparkFun Electronics to help with our production. What this means for you Kickstarter backers, is that we have not only the... (Read More)

Update #1: Circuit boards making circuit boards

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Since we launched, we have been working on a demonstration to show you all the FR4's ability to machine circuit boards, since that is an awesome and practical application for the machine. As you can see in the video, we used EAGLE to design a... (Read More)

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