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Adding V-bits to library
@Kat wrote: I just picked up some new V-bits and was wondering about set up in the carbide tool library. The bits are Whiteside 1500 90 degree V, and 1540 60 degree V. Unlike the regular (to me at...
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Trying to cut rectangle lid to fit into box
@Jjlove1785 wrote: Hey everyone, I've been running my shapeoko 3 now for a few weeks and I've ran into a problem. I'm trying to cut a lid that has rounded edges to fit inside of a matching box....
View ArticleNewbie Expecting My XXL any day! Convert JPEG to vector?
@GaylonR wrote: So finally decided to join the carbide 3d family! I'm brand new to CNC so I'm sure I'll have plenty of questions on here. First is I was wondering the exact steps to take a regular pic...
View ArticleRouters/Spindles choice
@pdkinlaw wrote: So i just pulled the trigger on my XXL and cant wait to get it here. But i need feed back on which to purchase router wise. Im looking at the dewalt and the Makita mainly. Can anyone...
View ArticleRockler T-tracks - Anyone use these?
@zeninfinity wrote: So, I've got the XXL completely installed and ran the hello world. Feels awesome but now trying to get myself to the next step, cutting wood. Soooo I need I'm thinking about...
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Quick and dirty parrot base
@mpfreivald wrote: When I got my XXL I had ambitions of doing lots of projects, but as a practical matter it has become another shop tool that I use now and then. (This has more to do with life...
View ArticleFont Size Changes
@cantrade wrote: Using Create v 300 and finding that it seems to have a mind of its own as far as text is concerned. For instance, when I specify that I want a text height to be 25mm for all three...
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Just a couple of projects, trying to get comfortable
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Chain falling off rail
@Tem wrote: Will a simple piece of plywood that spans across the back keep the chain from sliding off the rail? The adhesive isn't doing its job.Any suggestions?Thanks! IMG_0545.JPG2448x3264 1.3 MB...
View ArticleJob Increments Change to MM at End of Job
@dtilton71 wrote: I've been seeing an issue lately on my XXL where a job will run fine, but when the job is complete I go to jog the spindle out of the way, and the jog increments seem to have changed...
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Version 9 V-Carve now available
@patonclover wrote: V-Carve licence holders will know by now that V9 is now available. I have downloaded but have not had a chance to get my teeth into it, but it promises great things. If you wish to...
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No lights, no power. Help!
@RussMaGuss wrote: So I've been using my XL for a few months now and have had zero problems so far until today. I went into the garage to load a new project and the machine will not turn on! No blue...
View ArticleNomad883, vibration, and YOU
@JamesC wrote: I have noticed, in my months of running my nomad, if I have my tool out too far, it causes a vibration in the machine that causes a disconnection. It seems like a safety feature to me....
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Curious what other folks are using for workbenches
@WillAdams wrote: (xpost from the Shapeoko forums) For a long while now I've been contemplating finding room for a woodworking-specific workbench. Have been considering "The Milkman's Bench":...
View ArticleVectric Vcarve now supports 2 sided operations
@Wannabe_Maker wrote: Just a heads up on this game changer! Posts: 1 Participants: 1 Read full topic
View ArticleCenter of the Project?
@WarrantUSN wrote: Like a cross-hairs or something. I'm trying to center a few things, sure I could count every 1/4" square across, hoping there's a feature already in place. Posts: 2 Participants: 2...
View Article? about T slot extruded aluminum rails
@lordhelemt wrote: Not sure if this is where to post but I was hoping someone could give me guidance working with the T slot aluminum rails. Has anyone used the Shapeoko to mill pockets into the T...
View ArticleNew version of Carbide create
@JamesC wrote: Just installed it..... works great, except carbide motion says the gcode is invalid. Could we please just be able to save the files as .dxf or .svg? then I could get around the...
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Calling All Makers: Carbide Community Build Competition #7 starts now!
@stutaylo wrote: Carbide Community Build Competition #7 (7/27/2017 - 8/27/2017) Theme: Multiple Materials! At least two materials must be used! Any materials can be used, but at least one of these...
View ArticleInternational Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture
@WillAdams wrote: Anyone had occasion to read through this? http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/08906955/67?sdc=1 Curious if anyone found some useful articles. Posts: 1 Participants: 1 Read...
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