In this episode Ben explains the ins and outs of CNC milling using only a Shapeoko and a laptop. Areas of focus include an overview of the parts, creating design files, execution and other CNC tips. http://element14.com/tbhs source
Will EVA Foam machine? That is the question. Tools shown: Amana 46272 Datron 0068055K (6mm shaft) Demonstrated on the Shapeoko HDM source
working on a simple cnc carve for a client #shorts #woodworking #subscribe #woodworkingshorts #shapeoko source
A 4×4 piece of wood is too big to carve the way the Shapeoko comes from the factory, so you have to raise the router up in its cradle to accommodate it. Here, I engrave the letter of the owners last name into the table legs. TOOLS / MATERIALS ■ Shapeoko : www.carbide3d.com ■ Rockler
Andy Bird returns with more advice and inspiration. Why is CNC “The Perfect Side Hustle”? He shares with you 10 reasons why a CNC Business has worked for him. Andy’s three year journey is valuable when considering purchasing a Shapeoko / Nomad, or continuing to build your CNC business. Andy Bird Builds: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBiN1vrGGAev9ndGEJiMiHg source
Keep your stock captive with the brand new Tiger Claw clamps, by Carbide 3D. These steel clamps produce crushing side load to grip your workpiece and keep it locked down. Tiger Claw Clamps in the Carbide3D store: https://shop.carbide3d.com/collections/workholding/products/tiger-claw-clamps?variant=31628957712445 And if you’re curious about the Corner Square you saw: https://shop.carbide3d.com/collections/workholding/products/carbide-corner-square-guides?variant=31487905988669 source
Upcut, downcut, Up/Down (Compression)… what’s the difference? I take each endmill for a spin through some of my favorite (not) materials to machine. Check out Harvey Tool’s line of compression endmills: http://www.harveytool.com/prod/End-Mills-for-Composites/Material-Specific-End-Mills/Browse-Our-Products_248/End-Mills-for-Composites—Compression-Cutter_187.aspx —– Help support content like this: https://www.patreon.com/winstonmoy Can’t get enough of me? Check out my second channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMore Stalk me on Social Media:
Using carbide create, I cut out a door hanger of an Arkansas state and a razorback using 1/4 birch plywood. total cut time was 3 minutes real time. I use a 1/8 compression bit at 40 ipm at full depth in one pass with no tabs. TOOLS / MATERIALS ■ Amana 1/8 Spektra Compression Bit
The CarveWright is the most advanced and usable consumer CNC router ever made. You can think of the CarveWright machine as a subtractive 3D printer. Rather than adding material, it removes material by cutting or carving with a spinning bit. Materials such as wood, machineable waxes, plastics, dense foams, and more. With the included drag-and-drop
This is my favorite text I use for my Shapeoko pro CNC on all my high end pieces. It looks sharp and you never get distortion no matter how big or small your text is. I will typically fill it with a clear or black epoxy for a smooth touch finish. I show how I