Carbide Create - Feature wish list:
@WLDOR wrote: Reading through the Carbide Create wiki, I noticed the "features wish list" sub-heading... couldn't find an existing thread for this, so thought to start one: in addition for a...
View ArticleNomad users in Seattle
@akobrandon wrote: Hi Guys, I am completely new to CNC machining and am very interesting in purchasing a Nomad. I was hoping to get a chance to try one out or at least see one in action before I make...
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Undercut Tool Question
@Remmy wrote: A friend of mine asked me to mill a replacement handle for his rowboat that the manufacturer doesn't make anymore. I have it modelled and it has a 5 degree inward draft angle on one of...
View ArticleThinking of upgrading my xl to an xxl
@Wannabe_Maker wrote: What's the cost? And any xxl owners want to trade? Posts: 2 Participants: 2 Read full topic
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Bad engraving quality: how do I solve this?
@julian wrote: Hi, I'm starting to use my Shapeoko 3 to do some engraving and I'm finding that the quality I get is not the same that I see from other users. I've tightened up my Z axis plate (which...
View ArticleBuying decision: XL or XXL
@kfoisy wrote: Hi everyone,I have been researching CNC routers for a bit now, and after an overwhelming number of options, I have settled on the Shapeoko. I think it more than meets my needs. My...
View ArticleVacuum Hose Suggestions
@agreen41 wrote: Hi, I was wondering if there were any specific vacuum hoses you would recommend. My current set up has plexiglas walls in which we cut out a hole for the vacuum to go through. Only...
View ArticleOpen Desk DWG tool path in CC?
@Biologyben wrote: Are the Open Desk DWG files too complicated for carbide create to Use? They seem to have many multiple path, show top-side, bottom side and merged paths in labeled layers that cc...
View ArticleJournals and industry magazines
@WillAdams wrote: Just added one to the wiki: https://a-e-mag.com/ --- Awards & Engraving industry magazine --- mostly focused on laser engraving, but covers other topics. I'm pretty sure Sign...
View ArticleUGS touchplate macro
@edwan wrote: Since I recently updated my grbl to 1.1f I was able to take advantage of G38.2I use this as a macro in UGS G38.2 z -.5 F1; G92 Z .065; G0 z .25 G38.2 Z -.5 F1probes down .5 inch at 1...
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Nomad 500 Watt Spindle Upgrade
@Tshulthise wrote: I love my S03 router because it has so much power compared to the Nomad. For that reason I tend to use it 95% of the time. I have only been using the Nomad occasionally when I need...
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Bellows way covers to keep the chips and dust in
@Tshulthise wrote: I posted a simple hack http://community.carbide3d.com/t/nomad-cheap-and-easy-y-axis-slot-covers/1677 using packing tape to help seal the y axis slot openings as well as the to help...
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Calling All Makers: Carbide Community Weekly Build #2 starts now!
@JosephSeth wrote: Carbide Community weekly Build Competition #2 - YOU GET TWO WEEKS THIS TIME (SEE DATES AT END OF POST). Rules: Theme: Jewelry -- Continue perfecting your box for jewelry storage,...
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What's the biggest thing you've made?
@MrBeaver wrote: I was thinking, I want a bigger Shapeoko but at the same time I wanted to see what the biggest thing people have made on theirs. Mines a bit of a cheat, but I made a 2m sign on my S3...
View ArticleTiling Workflow and software
@jimidi wrote: I know there are folks here that have run "tiling" based workflows and operations. I'd love to see your wasteboard configurations and how you manage any fencing and stock registration....
View ArticleCarbide3d support listens and responds
@grumpa wrote: I read on the Shapeoko forum "A personal message from Edward (Carbide3D)Postby edwardrford » Thu Dec 31, 2015 4:46 pm" in it he stated "We want everyone to know that we're here to help!...
View ArticleHoming impact on worķflow
@Bestaflex wrote: I recently bought the limit switches kit and am about to install it but in the meantime i'd like to know how it will impact my workflow and more precisely the way i set my stock in...
View ArticleEndstop brackets?
@Jexoteric wrote: I'm a lucky owner of one of the early machines that didn't come with end stops, which will soon be mandatory for the new firmware. I'm trying to find the documentation for the end...
View ArticleCarbide Create Wiki Pages
@WillAdams wrote: Finding some quiet time to work on these: https://www.shapeoko.com/wiki/index.php/Carbide_Create https://www.shapeoko.com/wiki/index.php/Carbide_Create_Basics (and getting used to a...
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Upgrading to Grbl 1.1 on windows x86
@Jgabber wrote: Hello everyone! First off, as a new poster but long time lurker, I want to express my gratitude to this community for all the info. I have so far figured most every issue I have...
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