In a few weeks, I will be buying a 2nd unit. Should I get another XXL or get a Nomad? Main work to be done is thick aluminum, up to 3" thick.
The machines are wonderfully complementary, but for production a second XXL is probably a better option since it will double throughput and allow you to use the same files on each machine.
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Two things that makes me think Nomad. The first is the Flip Jig, and the 2nd is the 4th axel. 4 axis for Nomad
Can both of these upgrades be done on the Shapeoko?
There are lots of options for two-sided workholding: https://wiki.shapeoko.com/index.php/Workholding#Two-sided_Cutting
There are a couple of options for additional axis, see: https://wiki.shapeoko.com/index.php/Upgrade_Overview#Additional_Axis
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On the gripping hand, those sorts of things play to the complementary nature of the machines — I use my Nomad to make intricate metalwork for larger woodworking projects done on the Shapeoko — it’s a nice pairing.
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