Machine Guards

[MeJasonT]

Having converted my old Elliot Miller into a CNC VMC, i began to scare myself with the prospect of throwing an end mill across my shop (not if but) when an NC file goes renegade. For this reason i have retro fitted a machine guard and whilst i was at it i made one for my lathe as well.





hope they give ideas.
The frames have been made from 1" steel angle and flat 1" bar x 1/8th and clad with plexiglass (perspex or similar acrylic)
Some with a keen eye will notice the lathe guard has no plexiglass in it yet.

[Pa1963]

Could you use a steel mesh instead? you'd still have to wear eye protection, but you wouldn't have to keep cleaning it.

[DIYer]

Thanks MeJasonT! We've added your CNC Mill Guard to our Milling category,
as well as to your builder page: MeJasonT's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

CNC Mill Guard by MeJasonT

tags: safety, mill, guard