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Help fixturing aluminum bar stock
@chris wrote: I'm working on milling 6061 2"x0.5" bar stock (cut to just over 4" long) and am having trouble fixturing. Specifically, I need to surface the top (the 4x2 face) and trim the ends so...
View ArticleLimited switch error right after i hit the run button, why?
@Benzacar05 wrote: hello all, i am trying to run my first project using the Carbide Create software. everything always sets good. i set the machine zero point and the machine looks to always be...
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Planetary Gears + File
@bretrichter wrote: Here is my first attempt on some planetary gears. I just used project board for a test and it works perfect! All the gears mesh up great. I attached is the CC file for anyone else...
View ArticleChange “error message” in Carbide Motion for unsupported commands
@WillAdams wrote: http://www.shapeoko.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=8022&p=63629#p63629 I would change the error message in Carbide Motion from "unsupported command" (vague: unsupported by...
View ArticleNomad vs Shapeoko for a newbie
@DannyChen wrote: Hi thereI am new to CNC machine and I am trying to get my hands on one. I been doing some research and narrow down to Nomad and Shapeoko. I know that there is price difference...
View ArticleShapeoko goes back right and hits limit switches after run
@aharner wrote: I am slowly getting the hang of using my machine, but I recently ran into an issue after updating all of my software. I like the new Carbide Motion, but I'm having an issue at the end...
View ArticleNew tool has all the suck
@FlatBaller wrote: The plate is cut, here is the brawn in action before I did glue up today. Paint tomorrow. Posts: 12 Participants: 5 Read full topic
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My new software, looking for more inspiration
@rogwabbit wrote: This is my new software so far:It can send files, but I plan on adding an override to allow for speed adjustments on the fly soon... Pasted image920x632 6.36 KB It currently can...
View ArticleImporting SVG file in Carbide Create
@LucasRaynaud wrote: Let me start by saying that I'm new to this whole process. I have read that Carbide Create can handle .svg files but I'm having the hardest time importing them. When I click...
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SO3: Quick fix for broken leveling feet?
@Tsamb wrote: In a moment of slow motion horror, I dropped the frame and broke two of my leveling feet Does anyone know if there's something I could snag at the hardware store to replace them, or will...
View ArticleShapeoko 3 keeps crashing/freezing about 6 mins into a part cutting run
@pinkfish wrote: The shapeoko is going along just fine and then it freezes completely in the middle of a run. It will lock up and universal gcode controller also freezes. I turned on the verbose logs...
View ArticleNot enough power to send g-code fast enough to machine
@dyelton wrote: I had a spare Atom based laptop laying around so I decided to put Windows 8.1 on it, disable everything possible to increase performance (disable unneeded services, programs, etc from...
View ArticleCarbide Create - Diamond, Circle, Square Test Pattern
@Bonch wrote: Does anyone have a drawing in Carbide Create for the Diamond, Circle Square test pattern. I have been trying to draw it but keep having problems with overlying graphics covering up what...
View ArticleFor sale: Nomad 883 Pro
@mbellon wrote: Unfortunately, I have to do this. Nomad 883 Pro HDPE enclosure (cleaned and lubed; ~100 hours run time)Custom dust head (along with replacement brush material)C3D bedC3D sea-of-holes...
View ArticleNomad vs. Shapeoko Comparison Test - what do you want to see?
@Tshulthise wrote: People have expressed interest in seeing a Nomad vs. Shapeoko3 apples to apples comparison test. I own a Nomad883 Pro and a Shapeoko3 XXL and am willing to do some testing but...
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How to build a 99% efficient Cyclone Dust Collector
@Tshulthise wrote: This applies more to the SO3 than the Nomad since the SO3 can fill up a shop vac in a relatively short time. However, a smaller version would be helpful for the Nomad also.....
View ArticlePink Outline on Carbide Create
@SwapmeetPete wrote: I am attempting to set up a build using Carbide Create, and I am importing a DXF. When imported (opened), part of my design is outlined in pink as opposed to black (though will...
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Newbie to the community
@Age wrote: The first project was the wrench I am very pleased of how it turned out image.jpeg2448x3264 1.06 MB Posts: 1 Participants: 1 Read full topic
View ArticleSag in center of spoil board and significant downward deflection
@Bonch wrote: My spoil board has a decent sag in the center from left to right rails. There is also a significant deflection if you push down on the spoil board. Has anyone else noticed this and is...
View ArticleCarbide Create glitch or user error?
@Bjohnes wrote: I'm having a problem using CC. I'm trying to cut slots for some wooden holding clamps....very simple. I select the rectangle tool and set my size and location of it on the work piece....
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