Makey: The forgotten tutorial
@WillAdams wrote: In discussing stuff w/ Edward, he mentioned that he'd forgotten this: http://carbide3d.com/docs/tutorials/makey/ Nice way to get started on a simple larger project which doesn't...
View ArticleWhere is the tool library stored?
@ItsDan wrote: I typically do my design on my desktop computer then use dropbox or network shares to make those files available to a laptop in my shop. I'd like to set it up so my tool library in CC...
View ArticleEnd mill for titanium?
@Sway wrote: Recommended end mills for cutting titanium? Posts: 2 Participants: 2 Read full topic
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Another newb, Hello World slight issues
@tater2005 wrote: Hey all, thanks for taking time to read this and hope to give me some comments. I have the XXL and just put it together, very carefully with emotion (frustration, happiness, joy,...
View ArticleCreated a "Quick Start" Guide for my class. Looking for some feedback
@cooper136 wrote: I used Photoshop to create this quick start guide for my class. I wanted to lay out step by step visually for my students how to get set up and run the Nomad. I also will most likely...
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Sign Foam Question
@fredfow3 wrote: Hey all, Just got some samples of sign foam in to try out. Anyone got any special tips on cutters and speeds/feeds? TIA, Freddie sign_foam.jpg1440x922 358 KB Posts: 2 Participants: 2...
View ArticleXXL will not home
@rabbithole_b wrote: Need help with setting up homing on our XXL Quick rundown... Hello World worked fine, setup a test project and the laptop turned off halfway through so it stopped the project...
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Downloading a 2D silhouette?
@Ckfarmstead wrote: Is it very simple to upload a silhouette to carbide motion to have that cut out? What is the process to have it to read a G- file Posts: 2 Participants: 2 Read full topic
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I'm in the Game
@KevBarn14 wrote: Shapeoko XXL up and running. Many thanks to Rob, Meg and Apollo for giving me a chance to come by and see the machines before jumping in. I couldn't be happier. Started cutting...
View ArticleHow to import a dfx file into Carbide Create
@Geezer79 wrote: I am brand spanking new with my Nomad 883. I opened the Sarge Semi skinner handle outline.dxf in Carbide Create and it is not visible. I am able to find it but when I do the the work...
View ArticleMirror an object
@J20jeepster wrote: I have a logo I made inside Carbide create and thought I would make a stamp with it. I quickly realized I would have to mirror my logo in order to do this. Maybe this option would...
View ArticleMachining an acrylic lens from cast acrylic
@davea0511 wrote: Okay, I'm a total newbie at this but our library has a nomad 883 that I can use and I want to use it machine out some custom acrylic lenses for some optical experiments. Does anyone...
View ArticleExtension cables?
@KevBarn14 wrote: In building the new enclosure I want to move the control board out of he box. Being that a couple of my cables are already at their max I wanted to purchase a couple extensions. I've...
View ArticleUpgrading the spindle
@MrBeaver wrote: Have many people upgraded their dewalt to a proper spindle? I'm giving:this some thought Posts: 9 Participants: 4 Read full topic
View ArticleI ordered my Shapeoko 3
@grumpa wrote: I finally was able to order my Shapeoko 3 today, Hooray! Also ordered 1/4, 1/8 & 1/16 bit sets and the maintenance kit just for giggles. Makita 1/8 collet on order from Elaire. Now...
View ArticleCan one radius a board on the 2.5d Shapooko XL
@MAM wrote: I know the Shapeoko is a 2.5D CNC. Is there a way to put a 16 degree radius on a board?I am inlaying guitar fingerboards and it would be nice for the CNC to do the radius as well.Thanks...
View ArticleOSX 'Snow Leopard' Support
@WLDOR wrote: height="500">Hey all, received shipping confirmation on my new XXL today, so working to prepare some space in my shop. I built a table to support it, and a separate bench to house my...
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I made two beautiful ugly faces today
@jdg3 wrote: My first SO3 projects. Me with words "Put not you faith in man", and cousin Timmy. I used Artcam 2011. 1/4" end mill that came with machine, and 1/4" 2 flute ball end router bit. Roughing...
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Fusion 360 / Shapeoko 3 Project Help
@djbetterly wrote: So I designed a small base for a PCB I designed but I'm having some issues with it milling properly. I was wondering if someone could give me some guidance on what clearing methods...
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Made myself a tool holder
@MrBeaver wrote: So I made myself a tool holder back when I got my Shapeoko, but since then I've learned a bunch of stuff, I've experimented and expanded my tool bag. I figured it was time to go...
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