Think It. Make It. Podcast Episode #009 – CNC or 3D Printer – Which Should You Buy?

In this episode I talk about the differences between a CNC router/milling machine and a 3D printer and why you might want one over the other… or perhaps both. There are a lot of things that each type of machine will do better than the other and there is a lot to consider when you try to decide on which will best suit your needs. To try and help you figure it out, I discuss the following in this episode: * Should you buy a CNC machine or a 3D Printer?* What does “CNC” mean?* What is a CNC router/milling machine?* What is a 3D printer?* What are the limitations of each type of machine?* How to choose material choices and which machine works best for each* What are the accuracy of each machine type?* How to determine which machine is best for a specific job* What is the reliability of each type of machine?* What is the cost of failure for each type of machine?* Using these machines for business purposes – which would be better? LINKS * Monoprice Select 3D Printer (pictured above) * MatterHackers.com 3D printer/filament supplier * Prusa i3 MK3S Kit 3D Printer (pictured above) * #3DBenchy 3D Print file (Download from Thingiverse)

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The Think It. Make It. Podcast is for you, the CNC hobbyist, business or maker, and all the amazing things you can create with this technology. Think It - take any idea you have, whether it be for hobby, home, fun or business and realize that you can create it. Make It - with the use of CNC and 3D printing technology, you can easily turn your ideas into reality. The podcast will highlight interviews with fellow CNC'ers that are using their machines for hobby and business. We will also discuss software, materials, tooling, as well as variety of tips and tricks that can help you expand what you can create with a CNC machine. We will also focus on starting a business with a CNC and how you can turn a hobby into income. The Think It. Make It. Podcast is brought to you by Stepcraft, a world leader in CNC technology and is hosted by Erick Royer, the Director for Stepcraft, Inc. out of Connecticut USA. While the podcast is sponsored by Stepcraft, it will have content for everyone, no matter what CNC you own or what experience level you have. The Think It. Make It. Podcast is for anyone who has an idea and wants to turn it into reality.