Recapturing zero HELP
@fiero1 wrote: I'm in the middle of an inlay project and when I woke up this morning carbide motion is going to a completely random position and calling it zero.Is there any way (simply measuring to...
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3DOF/6DOF Robot Arms
@danieljhand wrote: After receiving my Nomad two weeks back and having spent some time getting use to meshcam and carbide, it's time to start on one of two robot arms I've been working on. I'll post...
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First cuts... Signs and things
@Kopah wrote: Finally found some time to sit down and play with my S03. Started by carving the usual clamps out of oak (3/4" is all I had on hand, will have to bandsaw them in half later):...
View ArticleCut Files to play with
@BrianK wrote: I use have been looking for ideas and files from Thingsverse, any other sites you guys use to find cool and fun things to cut? Posts: 2 Participants: 2 Read full topic
View ArticleProgram not cutting part of model. (File in post)
@rayjneal wrote: I've successfully cut this geometry twice now, but both times it has failed to cut the pockets in the four corners. Corner holes are 3.3mm, the .125" endmill calculates 3.175mm. Do I...
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"Suckit - The most effective dust boot ever created" kickstarter now live
@JimN wrote: Hello all, Sorry for the delay, I just received my first Kickstarter update which reminded me that I promised to post when it went live. The Kickstarter for the SUCKIT Dust Boot is now...
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Carbide Motion only recognizing part of my words to carve out
@BenTrigger wrote: I was working on my first project, which is this little sign/reminder thing to carve out with a 0.25 in diameter V-bit, but when I add the tool path it only recognizes little parts...
View ArticleGBRL Error and finding datum
@MrBeaver wrote: Good evening all, I'm hoping for a little help, I'm not sure if it should be software help or shapeoko. I am running my mill and half way through at various but not identical places...
View ArticleCan't run homing sequence
@MrBeaver wrote: Following on from my other thread I went about installing homing switches as it is on my to-do list. I'm running into difficulties. I have done Z and tested it but X/Y axis does not...
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Some necklace designs for an art show I am a part of
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View ArticleEngraving Copper Bracelet Blanks
@zentus wrote: Hi I'd really appreciate any advice on how to engrave copper bracelets with various designs. I use C101 grade copper blanks 170 mm long x 10 mm wide x 2 mm thick with a 5 mm y radius at...
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1st project shapeoko 3 welcome sign with compass rose
@ukman wrote: My first sign on new build using vcarve vbit.Can't figure out how to get a clean v but still pretty happy with result. IMG_20161105_095937.jpg4160x3088 2.61 MB Posts: 4 Participants: 3...
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What's better than ONE CM controller? Two of course
@jimidi wrote: This project has been forever on my to-do list, and this weekend I finally had the opportunity to start on my "dual controller" Shapeoko3 XXL. I really like the Carbide tool chain and...
View ArticleYard Nativity Scene
@Bonch wrote: My wife just told me all she wanted for Christmas was a yard nativity scene. As I understand her wish, it is just a 1D profile nativity that can be painted white with a light shining on...
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Watching and waiting
@PDG wrote: I tried telling him that it won't go any faster by sitting and watching. One of his first projects. He wanted to design and build a fidget spinner out of brass and wood. My young engineer...
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Stepper gear - this probably isn't supposed to happen
@Kopah wrote: My X-axis gear started slipping today. I had tightened the set screws before when assembling the machine and noticed that the set screw that seats in the groove on the stepper motor...
View ArticleMotion - Hotkey Request / Jog Request
@Jon wrote: I propose the addition of hotkeys for the following commands:- Jog- Info- Home Cutter- Zero X, Zero Y, Zero Z- Toggle spindle on/off This would significantly speed up the process of...
View ArticleX and Y Axis Pulley Set Screw Problem
@RichCournoyer wrote: Today marks TWO plus months since we have had a new machine with a Pulley/Motor Flat.Set screw problem. I would like to thanks Edward, Rob, Jorge, and Apollo for taking this...
View ArticleTic Tac Toe Set Out of HDPE
@MrHume wrote: My six year old was sick, and couldn't run around to play, so we made something together. The board is 6mm two-color HDPE, the pieces 3mm starboard. Made the whole thing in Carbide...
View ArticleMeshcam Crashing
@ignatius13 wrote: Is any progress being made resolving the issue where Meshcam crashes in OS Sierra? Posts: 3 Participants: 2 Read full topic
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