CNC SOLE SALIENT 2026.pdf

This document is a Sole Source Salient Characteristics specification for a small Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery procurement.

The specification details a CNC machine designed to support prisoner training and internal manufacturing capabilities for the command. The machine must accommodate diverse materials including wood, aluminum, brass, and plastic components, and utilize Path-Pilot software with industrial-standard Linux CNC interfaces. Key technical specifications include: X-axis travel of 24.75 inches (625 mm), Y-axis of 55.75 inches (1415 mm), Z-axis of 6.70 inches (170 mm), a 2 horsepower (1.5 kW) electrospindle with speeds ranging from 10,000 to 24,000 RPM, water-cooled with chiller included, ER20 spindle taper with ATC ISO20, precision linear guideways with ballscrew and stepper driver axis motion, integrated vacuum table measuring 26.5 x 65 inches (680 x 1650 mm), resolution of 0.00025 inches (0.006 mm), ball screw positional accuracy of ±0.002 inches, and maximum feed rate of 200 IPM. The system includes a welded steel stand, cast iron machine base, aluminum gantry, and weighs approximately 900 pounds with an overall height of 76.5 inches and footprint of 72 x 39 inches.

The procurement includes comprehensive accessories and support: on-site installation and training, PathPilot software with 24R CNC router capability, 80GB program memory, 64GB system memory, automatic tool changer, electronic tool setter, dust collection system with 30-micron bag filter, leveling caster kit, grease and lubricants, printed manual, waterproof input devices, controller mounting hardware, touch screen kit, and extensive tooling including ER20 collet sets, ISO20 tool holders, calipers, and starter cutting tools. The machine must support up to four-axis continuous machining with built-in recommended speeds and feeds calculator, conversational programming capability, and software updates.