Product Description
We have 1180x1500mm machines ready for immediate delivery. The machines are available in black and white. Order now and get a free UC100 module to run the machine on any Windows computer worth approximately 90€.
Other machines have a delivery time of approximately 14 days
Raw Avantic
This machine is built to be used. The machine is made of aluminum, steel, composite and built as an industrial machine with high quality linear guides and a real Z-axis that can pass its own axis. The cutting depth is 145mm. These machines are so-called Desktop machines, they need a table to stand on. The reason for this design is to be able to easily transport the machine and take it through doors and stairs. You can build your own table from wood, steel or aluminum or buy one of our tables that are adapted for the machine. the only requirement is that the table must support the weight and be flat. Avantic is more intended for working with wood, but it is also possible to cut harder materials such as Aluminum. The precision can be compared with expensive industrial machines. This machine comes fully assembled and you do not need to build it together like others on the market.
Describing the machine requires a lot of text so here is a summary, more advanced text below
- The machine can be ordered in three different sizes, 1500x2000mm with cutting surface: (W) 1100mm x (L) 1750mm, 1180x1350mm with cutting surface: (W) 720 x (L) 1060 mm and 1180x1000mm with cutting surface: (W) 720 x (L) 720mm
- It is not difficult to operate the machine. All the text below makes it look complicated but it’s simple.
- The machines are so-called “Desktop machines”, which means that you need to make a table for it or buy one from us.
- The machine is controlled with any Windows computer via USB port and a program called Mach3. If you don’t already have it, you must select it in the drop menu above. The files to be cut are set up in a so-called CAM program. Read more about the software below.
- You can draw simpler models in the CAM software we recommend, if you need more complex parts you can use any CAD program (drawing program) you want, the machine is compatible with most drawing programs on the market.
What can I cut with a Raw Avantic?
Soft wood, hard wood, chipboard, MDF, plastic, aluminum, sign making, 3D cutting and engraving etc. Please note that aluminum and other soft metals are more difficult to cut regardless of which machine you have. If you are only going to cut metal, there are better machines such as laser or waterjet.
2.2kw spindle
Avantic is delivered with a powerful, air-cooled 2.2 kw spindle with integrated inverter that is connected to other electronics. These spidles are strong, quiet and reliable. We use these ourselves and have done so for many years. With this spindle you can use inserts from 1-13mm (ER 20). We include a pair of end mills and so you get started.
Protection and dust hood
All our machines are delivered with a protective cover that effectively absorbs dust and any splinters.
Calebration
Raw Avantic has 6 safety, homing and calibration switches for safety and precision. The switches are so-called Proximity switches that have no mechanical parts. Proximity switches are extremely accurate so that the machine can return to its “home” position with the best possible precision.
The safety switches ensure that the machine cannot go too far, but stops the system and spindle as soon as the machine goes too far in any direction.
Precision
Precision is a balance between user and machine. It’s about how good your drawings are, spindle, rpm and how fast you cut. At a normal speed of approx. 2-4000m/min, the machine has the same accuracy as expensive industrial machines.
The machine is built to mainly cut wood, plastic and similar materials. You can cut aluminum but it requires experience regardless of the machine you use.
Is it difficult to work with a CNC machine?
No, it’s simple. Raw Avantic is one of the easiest machines to work with on the market. We have placed great emphasis on making the machines as easy to operate as possible. You do not need to have previous knowledge or education. The only difficult thing is to draw your parts, the rest is easy. Once you have cut your first piece, you will understand. Watch our videos on the website and Youtube to see how easy it is to work with a Raw Avantic machine
Linear guide rail
Avantic is delivered with guide rails and blocks of Hiwin type. Guide rails have an extreme precision that ensures that the axles do not have any “play”. Guide rails are preferred over other solutions.
Guide rails enable extreme speeds and precision. Expensive industrial machines run exclusively with guide rails and there is a good reason for that.
Each block can be lubricated individually with machine grease or spray grease that is sprayed directly onto the rails.
Consumption table (Waste board)
The consumable table is made of MDF and consists of two tables, a base table and a consumable table. You can easily cut out a new consumable table in MDF or other material after you wear out the old one. New for 2024 are rails between the cutting surfaces for easy attachment of your materials.
The rails are specially made to fit our clamps. The table is of the infinity type which means that you can run longer pieces than the table by pushing it forward between runs.
Stepper motors
We have chosen the strongest 3A nema 23 motors on the market. The machine is made of aluminum and has a low weight. The motors are so strong that a grown man can stand on their shoulders while the machine cuts. The choice of parts is crucial for whether you need 3-phase or a regular 220 outlet. We have scaled everything down so that 220 volts and 10 Ampere is enough.
Repeatability: ~ +/- 0.1 mm
Repeatability and Backlash
Repeatability and Backlash is a way for manufacturers to show how accurate their machines are but this can be very misleading, especially for aluminum machines. All aluminum frames have a certain “Flex”. Our machines have non-existent backlash and precision in the air but as soon as you cut into material there is a certain play in the construction itself. This applies to all aluminum machines in our price range. We use as much steel as we can to counteract this and have a very rigid construction but can only promise ~ +/- 0.1 mm in repeatability and backlash.
You should not rely too much on these variables, it all comes down to the type of machine, resistance, cutter, speed and settings. See the video below on one of our simpler machines:
Gearboxes for X,Y and A axis
As standard, the gears are in direct drive against the rack, this works perfectly and the advantages are many. By having the gears in direct contact, we can increase the speed of the machine and eliminate any backlash and get very fine cutting results, see examples here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqUt81tqz6M
You can also choose to have the machine delivered with gearboxes 1:5. Choose gearboxes if you want a machine with better resolution – gearboxes are expensive so we recommend that you first try without. It is very rare that you need such a good resolution if you only cut wood, plastic and soft metal. Gearboxes can be easily mounted afterwards.
Beveled racks.
The machine comes with straight racks as standard. Straight racks work well but have a louder sound and more vibrations. The vibrations are only noticeable when you operate the machine with the arrow keys, when cutting the motors work in a different way and provide a smooth operation even with straight racks.
Beveled racks are more expensive but make the machine quiet and provide a very smooth operation with less backlash.
Both versions work well and the result of the cutout is almost the same, the big difference is the sound from the racks.
Advantage of our desktop machines
We always try to keep the weight of our machines down. If you compare a larger Avantic that weighs about 150-200kg, a steel machine weighs up to 2 tons in the same dimensions.
A steel machine can only stand on concrete floors, while an Avantic can stand anywhere you want and can even be carried up or down stairs.
A steel machine requires a truck or crane truck that can unload 2 tons. To bring in a steel machine, you need large gates, while an Avantic can be moved with a pallet lift and through doors. If the machine is in the way, it can be moved. Our machines do not have the same mass as expensive industrial machines, but if you are cutting wood, plastic or aluminum, it is more than enough.
Software
Cutting with a CNC machine requires 2-3 different software’s such as drawing, CAM (set up the files you drew) and Control software (to run the file). You can choose between Mach3 and UCCNC. read more about the options below this text. The CAM software we recommend is available in different versions and is called Vectric. the software also has an integrated drawing section for simpler models and you can get by with these two software’s in the beginning. Read more about the CAM below this text. If you outgrow the drawing software in the CAM part, you can use more advanced software such as Auto CAD or Fusion360 and others.
Mach3
Mach3 is the most used control software in the world, which means that there is more support and features for this software than any other. Mach3 looks outdated but we have updated it with our own UI to make it look more modern. The update is completely free and instructions can be found here: Update Mach3, see image to the right.
UCCNC, Linux or other control software
Avantic is compatible with most control software but we only have settings for Mach3. If you have decent knowledge of control programs, it is easy to set the machine to any option.
To set up the machine
After your machine is delivered, it must be set up with control software to be able to run. You can also choose to include a computer when purchasing. The computer is then completely installed, but you need to purchase a monitor, mouse and keyboard.
We have a guide for this at the top of the page “Configure your machine” If you encounter obstacles or feel that you do not have time, we can do it for you. Send the computer to us while you wait for your machine. The computer should be version WINDOWS 7-10. The computer can be used and laptop or desktop. The computer does not need to have high performance as it will only control the machine. We recommend that you have a separate computer to control the machine.
CAM software
Previously, a CAM software was included for the machine, but most users have their own software, so this is now an option that can be purchased from us or directly from the manufacturer. Below video shows 2Dcut Desktop from Vectric which is perfect to start with. You can later upgrade to Vcarve PRO if you outgrow it and you only pay the difference.
With Cut2D Desktop, you can cut out everything except 3D models. You can import Vector files that you find or buy online, engrave and cut on both sides of the material, etc. You can also import your own files that you draw in any drawing program as long as you get the file in .DXF format. All of this may sound complicated but it’s easy after you do it a few times. See the instructional video below for Vcarve products. The parts you can cut out must be a maximum of 600x600mm, so if you need to cut larger parts, you must upgrade the software to Cut2D PRO or Vcarve PRO, you can read more about it if you visit the product on our website.
Built by workers for workers
Raw Avantic is a CE certified CNC macjhine manufactured in Sweden and developed by us who previously worked as furniture carpenters. The machine came as an alternative to the expensive, heavy Asia machines that usually have a delivery time of 3-4 months and with questionable support. We always have personal support and guarantees.
Some of our customers (Swedish companies)
Shipping
Shipping a CNC machine is expensive, due to its size and weight. Our machines come fully assembled and take up a lot of space. The smaller machines fit on a European pallet as we deliver them upright. The larger machines come standing on a pallet and are very bulky. Please contact us before you place an order to find out what the shipping cost is. You can use your own shipping company but let us know beforehand. If you have the opportunity, you can pick up the machine from us in Sweden.
You will also find manuals and video instructions on our website. You can call us at any time with questions and for help with setting up your files. We guarantee help and will not leave you with unanswered questions.
Tax
The tax is already calculated in to the price. As a EU member you need to pay Swedish tax of 25% if you don’t own a valid company. If you own a valid company, you will need to enter your VAT number at checkout and the tax will not be added to the price. We will check with the registry to see that you have a valid company, if not we will have to charge you the tax even after delivery.
Some of the pictures below are of an earlier version of Avantic.
Specifications
- Color: Black, White, Concrete/Camo, Oxblood, Orange and Green
- Materials: Sheet steel, Composite and Aluminum reinforced with steel
- Air-cooled spindle connected to other electronics for automatic start/stop
- Spindle speed: 10,000 – 24,000 rpm
- 6x Proximity switch for safety, zeroing and calibration
- Control: Windows computer with USB and Mach3 software
- Ball screw: On the Z-axis
- Rack drive: On X, A and Y axis
- Nema 23 motors 3A
- Linear guides on all axles, HIWIN type
- Voltage: 230V / 10 amp single phase
- Waste board with clamps
- 2 year warranty
- CE certified
- Repeterbarhet: ~ +/- 0,1 mm
- Backlash: ~ +/- 0,1 mm
Size of 1500x2000mm machine
- Machine footprint approx. (W) 1500 x 2000mm
- Working area: (W) 1220mm x (L) 2000mm (the board can protrude, for example an entire MDF board)
- Max cut-out: (W) 1100mm x (L) 1750mm
- Weight: 170 kg (without table)
- Height below Z-axis: 145mm
- Packaging dimensions: 210Wx150Lx160H
Size of 1180x1350mm machine
- Machine footprint (W) 1180x (L) 1350mm
- Working area: (W) 890x (L) 1350mm
- Max cut-out: (W) 720 x (L) 1060 mm
- Weight: 129 kg (without table)
- Height below Z-axis: 145mm
- Packaging dimensions: 80×120 (EU pallet) x150H
Size of 1180x1000mm machine
- Machine footprint (W) 1180x (L) 1000mm
- Working area: (W) 890x (L) 1000mm
- Max cut-out: (W) 720 x (L) 720mm
- Weight: 110kg (without table)
- Height below Z-axis: 145mm
- Packaging dimensions: 80×120 (EU pallet) x120H
Functions
- 90-degree calibration at start-up
- 6 safety, home and calibration switches
- Calibration functions to calibrate all directions, left, right, up, down and height
- “Homing” of machine with Proximity switch for extra accuracy
- Speeds up to 25000mm/min
- Cut in wood, plastic and soft metal
- LED lights below the X-axis
- Light weight and suitable for plastic and wooden floors
- Support by phone and email
This is included
- Raw Avantic CE certified CNC machine
- UC100 module (As option)
Mach3 software (As option) - Electronic box that can be unplugged for easy service
- Calibration plate to calibrate X, Y and Z axis, ie all axes.
- 80mm Air-cooled spindle with inverter connected to CNC electronics
- 80mm Dust collector
- Keys for spindle 22 and 30mm
- 13 ER20 collets for spindle 1-13mm
- 4x Clamps to hold down the workpiece
- 3x end mills to get you started
- Support by phone or email
3D cutting
Visit Vectric.com for more video instructions on how to set up your files. It may look complicated but it’s easy.