CNC & laser cutting vs Mechanical keyboards
CNC & laser cutting and mechanical keyboards have 91% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | CNC & laser cutting | Mechanical keyboards |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 1 hour a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Lively | Calm |
| To start | $300 | $100 |
Choose CNC & laser cutting if
- Costs more to start
- Less about collecting
- More useful day to day
About $300 to start, then about $30 a month.
Choose mechanical keyboards if
- Cheaper to start
- More about collecting
- Less about being useful
About $100 to start, then about $20 a month.
What you'll need
- CNC & laser cutting: Ventilation and Smoke Purifier, Laser Engraver, Makerspace visit Full cost breakdown
- Mechanical keyboards: Mechanical Keyboard Kit, Keyboard Switches, Keycaps, Screwdriver Set Full cost breakdown