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The '''Zen 7x7 CNC Mini Mill''' is a Zen Toolworks 7×7 F8 CNC Milling Machine, which is a small CNC machine used for milling, engraving, carving, inlay work, pcb manufacturing, 3D printing, and much more.  It is located at the [[Electronics Bench]].


== Specifications (for the base Zen machine) ==

* Lead Screws: Stainless-steel precision Acme-thread leadscrews with anti-backlash nuts (for X, Y & Z); F8 (8mm for each rotation).
* Cutting Capacity:  7” x 7” x 5” 
* Clearance Under Z-Axis: approximately 1.5”
* Stepper Motors: NEMA 17 stepper motors with dual shaft. (easily add hand wheels for manual operation, not included)
* Frame:  PVC frame with stainless steel components.
* Max Recommended Feed Rate with F8 Lead Screws: 1200 mm/min
* Resolution: 0.001 – 0.002 inches
* Footprint: 20” x 17” x 17” (X,Y,Z)
* Limit and E-Stop Switch Set (optional)

== Usage ==
Rumor has it that the Mill controller is an Arduino that runs grbl software.  The controlling computer typically ran Chili Peppr software.

== Experts and References ==

=== Experts ===
* This position is currently open.

=== External References ===
* [[https://www.zencnc.com/product/zen-toolworks-7x7-cnc-machine/ webpage]] for Zen Toolworks 7"x7" F8 CNC Mill.
* [[https://github.com/zentoolworks/cnckits/wiki/ Zen Toolworks CNC Machine Kits Wiki Page]] on github.
* [[http://www.diymachining.com/grbl/ DIY Machining webpage]] explaining grbl.
* [[https://github.com/grbl/grbl grbl github]].
* [[https://github.com/synthetos/TinyG/wiki/Chilipeppr Chilipeppr github]].


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