Location: Bridgeport Mill | 1330 Orleans Drive, Sunnyvale, CA, 94089

Description:

Welcome to the world of metal machining! In this hands-on tool training, you'll learn to use a Bridgeport 3-axis manual mill to machine parts, starting with a block of aluminum.

You'll learn:

• How to read machining drawings and plan your project
• How to hold materials on the table and set up the machine to make a cut.
• Techniques for the different types of cuts and their applications.
• Different types of end mills that can be used in the machine, including square-end, round-nose, and bull-nose end mills.

What to Bring

• Full length pants and closed-toed shoes
• Hair ties for longer hair
• No dangling jewelry, rings, or loose clothing
• We recommend you bring your own safety glasses if possible.  Maker Nexus will supply them for students who do not have their own.

Equipment Certifications
After passing this class, attendees who are Maker Nexus Hobbyist, Student, or Family Add-On members will be certified to independently use the following tools in our makerspace:

• Manual Bridgeport Mills

Members over the age of 16 will be cleared to use these tools independently. Members younger than 16 may only operate this equipment under the active supervision of a parent or guardian with an active membership who is also certified to use the same tools.

Cancellation Policy
Should you need to cancel your reservation or transfer your registration to another date, we’re happy to help!  Please see our Cancellation Policy for information and cancellation instructions.

Available: Full

Price: $115.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 16 years old on the day of the activity

Tags: Equipment Certification

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