Plywood edge finishing help
@Stari wrote: Real quick, Doing some 1/2in ply signs / lettering. I sand the hell out of the edge and it does turn out okay but of course the ply is still slightly visible. How do you guys / gals get...
View ArticleYes! I AM ignorant but.... I designed & cut a
@dogwood wrote: …dog head. It came out just as it simulated. I decided to change the depth but when I wnt back to Create the file is not there. “Open” shows 5 previous files but not the last file....
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Speeds and feeds for bowl/tray bit
@Jmcwoodworking wrote: I’m trying my hand at making a men’s valet tray. I’m using the 3/4” bowl/.tray bit from Amana tools. Once the cutting is done there remains lines on the bottom of the recesses...
View ArticleCannot Enable Homing-SO3
@sweymouth wrote: New Shapeoko 3 XXL user here. I set my machine up and was able to move the spindle in CM 368, so I know my computer is talking to the machine. However, when I follow the Enable...
View ArticleFUSION 360 Adding a VBIT to your CAM Tool Library
@Parrothead wrote: I am new to Fusion 360. I am experimenting with the CAM part of Fusion and can not figure out how to add a Vbit. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Posts: 3 Participants: 2 Read...
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What am I doing wrong with my cuts?
@Alderic23 wrote: I don’t know if it’s a problem with my end mill, my machine setup, or just my luck. I don’t know what to do to fix these uneven edges. Does anyone have suggestions? [Album] Imgur...
View ArticleCable Track extension and attachment
@DustyHouse wrote: Hi All, The cable track on my Shapeoko XL is awesome but I feel like it could be 2-inches longer to fit nicely on the top beam. Does anyone know what brand it came with, so I can...
View ArticleSharing Carbide Create Dovetail Files
@jedeyejed00 wrote: Hi All I am new to this entire process. Have anyone created any dovetail joints using Carbide Create? If you have can you please upload a your carbide create file. Thanks in...
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Engraving inside of a pocket (Carbide Create)
@stringhunter wrote: I have read a couple of threads but they have offered solutions that require using some other software. I am trying to do this project using carbide create/motion. The text on...
View ArticleSpindle on command in Jog screen
@mcdavidr wrote: Just got my Nomad today. I have been exploring Carbide Motion. In the jog screen I can move all axes. Home all, probe tool length, but when I hit spindle on the spindle turns about 1...
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Getting high on super glue
@MrBeaver wrote: Hi guys I’m doing a big job on a largish sheet of aluminium (50x50cm), I’m uing the tried and tested superglue and tape method which is great. Spreading that much glue over such an...
View ArticleToolpath all messed up with #112 tool
@Rayman wrote: Making a 6.535"x4.134" rectangular inside cutout on .090" Aluminum. Simulation looks fine with #102 tool selected. But, with #112 tool, it’s a wreck! What’s going on? Posts: 5...
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Lord of the Rings
@relic wrote: Helped my daughter design this using Inkscape and Carbide Create for her Lord of the Rings obsessed friends birthday. 20180712_095844.jpg2851x2138 2.14 MB 20180712_095937.jpg2851x2138...
View ArticleTouch probe available at sparkfun
@keebie81 wrote: I have been waiting a long time for the touch probe to come back in stock. It looks like sparkfun is selling it now and in stock https://www.sparkfun.com/products/14806 Posts: 2...
View ArticleHoles (as inside contours) not going to correct depth
@Rayman wrote: I’m using Shapeoko XL and Carbide Create. This has happened more than once. I create a rectangular cutout and then two or more bolt holes, all as inside contours with tool #102. The...
View ArticleNomad 883 Pro For Sale - Never Used
@Cincy wrote: I would like to sell my unused Nomad 883 Pro. I have 3 young kids and can’t find time to play with it. I have the Bamboo version. I will add a photo once I figure out how to. If there’s...
View ArticlePeck drilling supported?
@Ton80 wrote: Does CM4 support Peck drilling tool paths ? I programmed this type of tools path into a VCP job but CM4 just drilled to the full depth with no pecking Posts: 7 Participants: 4 Read full...
View ArticleRolling tray design ideas
@MaxamillionX72 wrote: I’m interested in making a rolling tray for a friend of mine as a gift, but I have no idea how to design one. It’s been years since I smoked so I don’t know the ins and outs of...
View ArticleSmaller when conventional exact when climb milling
@fiero1 wrote: Does any one know why my circles are "0.020 smaller when I use conventional milling and exact when I use climb milling? Happens in both X and Y. I’m using aspire. Posts: 1 Participants:...
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Has anyone used any levelling compound on their worktops?
@MrBeaver wrote: Evening guys, I was looking at my workstation and note it’s not 100% level due to having a plywood top. I was wondering if anyone has done a pour of either flexible floor coating or...
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