Re-zero/Bit changing
@eciramella wrote: Hey all - I posted a quick video of bit changing/re-zeroing mid cut. Murphy showed up and had a good time making everything go wrong that could possibly go wrong. Hope this helps...
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Help me identify reason for this fuzzy cut
@crew wrote: Could this be an issue of the type of wood, type of endmill, cut rate? I used a single flute 6mm (3mm cut diameter) at around the 2-3 setting of the Dewalt 611, so maybe around...
View ArticleWhat are the units / formulas used for feed and speed calculations in metric?
@WillAdams wrote: Looked a bit, but not really finding much. Asking 'cause I’d like to use the expected units, and I’m tired of doing the calculations in Imperial and then converting. This page:...
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My Arcade Build
@todd_holaday wrote: I’ve been using my XL for about two years now. It’s been a transformational tool for me. I love it. Last fall I decided I wanted to try something with a raspberry pi and found the...
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For Sale: selling bunch of unused stuff
@mega128 wrote: Free shipping and best offer gets it. Please PM me your best offer and see pics for details. Endmills are brand new and other items are never or barely used. IMG_2846.JPG4032x3024 2.16...
View ArticleNomad 883 pro bamboo (orange county, ca)
@toonovice wrote: Practically new. Only used for maybe an hour and have only had for 2 months. Everything is there including sample pieces to do tutorials. Pick up only. $2200 Posts: 1 Participants: 1...
View ArticleFor Sale? I have the Parts from my upgrade to an XL
@ShallowCreekHill wrote: I have the Metal Frame, Aluminum Extrusion and Waste Board (with threaded inserts) left over from upgrading to the XL. Would this be of interest for anyone to purchase? I can...
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An update on the Shapeoko 3 dolly
@scratch wrote: Hey gang, awhile ago I figured out (and posted to here) that the dewault table saw stand (DW7440RS) fit under the shapeoko 3 and made it super easy to move around for those of us with...
View ArticleIssues with new shapeoko 3xxl
@Prophoto25 wrote: Anyone have issues when you turn it on and instead of one tiny jolt where the stepper motors lock up, it jumps 2 or 3 times then does not respond until after you power down and...
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This is what a loose eccentric can look like when cutting material
@mikep wrote: Hopefully this helps someone identify what’s going on with their machine. Here is a picture of one of the things a loose eccentric can look like. Machine had been working great, but over...
View ArticleNewbie here, frustrated person as well! haha
@beaaholic wrote: So I got my Nomad! I have been so excited. So I purchased a butterfly that I wanted to mill in copper. It is small about 2" x 1" I used a piece of 14 gauge copper. I don’t know what...
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Holes not round
@wchaiane wrote: Hi, I am a relatively new user of CNC. I am trying to bore some holes on MDF, but they are not coming out round. Any ideas of where the problem lies? Belt tension? Machine not square?...
View ArticleHelp the newbe in North /carolina
@rhende07 wrote: Is there anyone out there who could help me with some very basic “get off the ground” stuff? I draw some stuff in CC but when I go to CM and it asks me to LOAD, I can’t make it...
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Choice of design software-
@Gerryattrick wrote: My So3 arrives shortly but I have a steep learning curve with software ahead of me. My main use in the beginning will be boxes and signs with and without engraving. No doubt I...
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The sad state of quality control and products we cut on our SO3
@Ton80 wrote: I have been noticing more and more lately just what a crappy product PLYWOOD is. I buy hardwood plywood from my local lumber yard and I build all my cabinet boxes with them. Since...
View ArticleCalling all electricians and gcode pros
@Griff wrote: So, I’ve been working a while cutting and building MrBeaver’s linear Z. The only electrical required was an extension to the wires for the Z stepper. The build is done. Booted up UGCS...
View ArticleDiscount Coupon for Glowforge Laser Printer
@AndrewJackson wrote: For anyone interested in purchasing the Glowforge Laster Printer this link: https://glowforge.us/OCLEUDWD will allow you to save $100 - $500. It will take you to the Glowforge...
View ArticleShapeoko3/CNC beginner journey, one year later
@Julien wrote: Hi, This is a follow-up of this post, where I shared my experience of the first month using the Shapeoko3. Well, it’s been almost a year now since I stumbled upon the Carbide3D site and...
View ArticleFixture Clamps, 10ipm, 0.2mm doc, 10krpm, 1.5mm load 14hrs
@Chrislee.design wrote: Here’s my fusion file: https://a360.co/2Jxklbc 10k rpm, 10ipm, 0.2mm doc, 1.26mm optimal load, 1in plunge, 5in ramp, both ways. 2 deg ramp angle, 12deg taper angle, 0.5mm...
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Wedding Guest Book
@Merv100 wrote: Mel Clench Just now · I just finished this guestbook for one of my best friends daughters wedding tomorrow, made with walnut and stitched together with Coptic binding, first try at...
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