Can the Tormach 24R Cut Aluminum and Steel? Machine Test!

Routers typically cut softer materials like wood, Delrin, and acrylic but how far can we push the Tormach 24R? While we loved the DATRON NEO, it was more machine than we needed for our acrylic fixture plate protectors. In the shop, we primarily cut aluminum and steel, so naturally we wanted to try cutting those materials on the 24R. Let's compare aluminum cuts on the Tormach 24R and Tormach 770M using the same speeds and feeds. Next, we'll see if the 24R can cut steel. Throughout this video we'll discuss machine specs, helpful upgrades, and things to be aware of.

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Links for this video

DIY Upgrades - Free File Downloads: https://bit.ly/2XRW6Rw
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00:00 Intro
00:25 Tormach 24R Machine Specifications & Options
01:17 Tormach 24R cutting wood, plastics, and other softer materials
01:05 Cutting Aluminum: Tormach 24R VS Tormach 770M Roughing
03:04 Floor & Wall Finish
03:34 Slotting
04:06 Finished Part Side By Side & Conclusions
05:16 Tormach 24R Cutting Steel Speeds & Feeds
06:04 Vacuum Table Tips
07:38 Upgrade 1: Coolant Jug & MQL System
07:56 Upgrade 2: 3D Printed Bracket for Dust Boot
08:12 Upgrade 3: SMW Fixture Plate
08:51 Upgrade 4: Acrylic Side Guards
09:10 Adding an ATC & ETS Probe
09:52 220 V Outlet for Vacuum Pump
10:14 Don't Home Tormach 24R from Y-positive
10:40 Covering Outlets When Machining Conductive Materials
10:59 Good Trade Off: Increased Rigidity for Less Acceleration
11:30 Final Thoughts
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