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The DISCOVERY 8 Education Package is the perfect entry point for schools that want to bring CNC technology into the classroom. Designed with educators in mind, this package combines dependable performance with curriculum support, giving students hands-on experience in digital manufacturing. With EMPOWER[ED] ACADEMY included, teachers are equipped with training and lesson resources to integrate CNC into their curriculum seamlessly.
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The DISCOVERY 8 Education Package provides schools with a complete entry-level CNC solution. It includes a sturdy stand, integrated toolbox, lateral clamp kit, and VCarve Pro software with a 40-seat site license, and more – perfect for classroom use. Paired with EMPOWER[ED] ACADEMY teacher training, this package delivers hands-on learning, with an option to add a polycarbonate safety enclosure, auto tool changer, and on-site setup or training.
| Specification | Discovery 1 | Discovery 2 | Discovery 8 | Discovery 16 | Discovery 16ATC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X Axis Travel | 12″ (305mm) | 24″ (610mm) | 24″ (610mm) | 48″ (1220mm) | 48″ (1220mm) |
| Y Axis Travel | 12″ (305mm) | 12″ (305mm) | 48″ (1220mm) | 48″ (1220mm) | 48″ (1220mm) |
| Z Axis Travel | 5.5″ (140mm) | 5.5″ (140mm) | 7.87″ (200mm) | 7.87″ (200mm) | 7.87″ (200mm) |
| Table Work Area | 12″ x 12″ | 12″ x 24″ | 24″ x 48″ | 48″ x 48″ | 48″ x 48″ |
| Spindle Type | 1HP Air Cooled | 1HP Air Cooled | 3HP Air Cooled | 3HP Water Cooled | 3HP Water Cooled |
| Spindle Configuration | ER11 (1/8″ & 1/4″) | ER11 (1/8″ & 1/4″) | ER20 (1/4″ & 1/2″) | ER20 (1/4″ & 1/2″) | ISO20 ATC (1/4″ & 1/2″) |
| Controller | eCNC | eCNC | eCNC | eCNC | iCNC |
| On-Board Memory | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Rapid Feed Rate | 150ipm (3.81m/min) | 150ipm (3.81m/min) | 150ipm (3.81m/min) | 150ipm (3.81m/min) | 150ipm (3.81m/min) |
| Tool Touch-Off | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Onboard Cooling | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Machine Base | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion |
| Rotary Axis | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Resolution | +/- .000197″ (0.05мм) | +/- .000197″ (0.05мм) | +/- .000197″ (0.05мм) | +/- .000197″ (0.05мм) | +/- .000197″ (0.05мм) |
| Precision Linear Guides | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z |
| Precision Ball Screw Transmission | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z | X / Y / Z |
| Power Requirements | AC 110V, 50-60Hz, 15A, 1-Phase (Optional 220V, 10A) | AC 110V, 50-60Hz, 15A, 1-Phase (Optional 220V, 10A) | 220V, 50-60Hz, 10A, 1-Phase | 220V, 50-60Hz, 10A, 1-Phase | 220V, 50-60Hz, 10A, 1-Phase |
| Working Table | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion |
| Gantry Bridge | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion | High Rigidity Aluminum Extrusion |
| Gantry Supports | Steel Plate | Steel Plate | Steel Plate | Steel Plate | Steel Plate |
| Max Gantry Clearance | 5.5″ (140mm) | 6.5″ (165mm) | 7.2″ (182mm) | 7.2″ (182mm) | 7.2″ (182mm) |
| Clearance Above Spoil Board | 4.5″ (115mm) | 5.5″ (140mm) | 6.2″ (157mm) | 6.2″ (157mm) | 6.2″ (157mm) |
| Machine Dimensions | 23.76″ L x 36.22″ W x 29.07″ H | 23.76″ L x 36.22″ W x 29.07″ H | 63.13″ L x 36.22″ W x 33.64″ H | 63.13″ L x 61.02″ W x 33.64″ H | 63.13″ L x 61.02″ W x 33.64″ H |
| Shipping Dimensions | 52″ L x 39″ W x 33″ H | 65″ L x 39″ W x 33″ H | |||
| Machine Weight | 317.7 lbs | 349.9 lbs | |||
| Shipping Weight | 371.9 lbs | 412.9 lbs |