I need to build a CNC enclosure that reduces sound as much as possible while keeping internal temperatures manageable. But most importantly, it must completely keep dust contained as it will be in my home and not a shop.
Is this possible, and what are your best suggestions?
I was not concerned with noise when I built mine, but I must say I was surprised at how much quieter the machine runs with the enclosure. I went the “cheap” route & built the sides out of 1/2" PVC, and the front, back & top are plexiglass. Now the chiller is usually louder than the machine. I suspect dust collection would be quite a bit louder than the chiller. I might consider putting the vacuum outside if I was inside the house. For now, I just vacuum up afterward.
Your design will depend largely on available materials & your budget.
Things which help dampen noise:
There have been a number of forum threads on enclosures.
What kind of chiller do you use? Is the dust not an issue for it?
The chiller is the S&A CW3000 that came with my HDM. It’s outside the enclosure, on a shelf below the machine. It’s not too loud or a bother, I was just comparing the noise levels with the enclosure closed.
Dust is pretty well contained inside the enclosure, which was it’s primary purpose.
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