Shapeoko 3 assembly Dewalt router install
@lost57 wrote: Total noob here....I put together my Shapeoko 3 today (and yesterday). I ran the hello world with my sharpie and it went great, makes you smile seeing it move for the fist time. My...
View ArticleWhy am I having so much trouble?
@Bigpyr0 wrote: I am at my wits end with this machine. Problems started about a month ago. I would load my gcode (using easel to create code) zero the machine and start my project. I dont know how to...
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Carbide Create - Latest beta broke 4K support on Windows 10
@Munk wrote: So the latest beta broke 4K support on Windows 10. Not sure where to find the build number but it's the May 4th release that I'm talking about. I tried the various compatibility options...
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Newbie Rant on setting up little machine shop, Nomad Pro and The Maker Movement
@Jerrylee wrote: 3 image.jpeg3264x2448 1.49 MB Hi all,This is my first post, but I've been lurking for a couple of months, read most if not all of the posts here, blog and tutorials. I follow CNC...
View ArticleProcess/workflow for engraving text with Nomad?
@mikep wrote: I'd like to engrave some text onto a nameplate using a v-bit, what does the workflow for this look like? What's the best way to go about this? I realize I could make a SVG of some text...
View ArticleLimit switch help
@ScrapWood wrote: Have limit switches installed; changed false to true under settings CM for homing; entered $22=1 in grbl. When try to do homing $h; I get grbl error function disabled. I then try to...
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XXL Limit Switches and drag chains
@mpfreivald wrote: Two anomalies so far in XXL limit switch installation, both related to cable drag chains. Could be idiosyncrasies of how I did the drag chains I suppose: Screw for Z-axis limit...
View ArticleNomad 883 Pro Default Settings ($$)
@mikep wrote: Can somebody send or refer me to the correct default settings for the Nomad 883 Pro? Thought I had seen them here, but can't find them. Shapeoko 3, no problem. Nomad, not so much. $H...
View ArticleCarbide Create V-Bit Cutter
@PDG wrote: Would it be possible for someone to help me with an example of setting up a V-Bit in Carbide Create? I'm not sure about the settings etc. It would be great to include an example for an...
View ArticleNomad Highest Feedrate?
@cjm27 wrote: I am planning to use some Harvey Tools 1/4 one flute plastic cutters on my Nomad Pro to cut soft plastics/foam. According to the chart provided by the company, IPT can be 0.0098 with a...
View ArticleFusion 360 Users
@ScrapWood wrote: I been testing the waters with my new machine. I have been using Fusion 360. I have origin zero set for bottom left of stock on top. i set my Zero with machine in the same...
View ArticleTacky Spray for holding parts?
@DJ_Valenski wrote: Has anyone seen or used a kind spray adhesive that would act like double stick tape, but not like glue!I am wanting something to quickly spray on the back of my work piece so that...
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XXL Upgrade - Unboxing and Construction
@dtilton71 wrote: My XXL Upgrade kit arrived on Monday. 110 pounds of fun. I thought I'd share the unboxing and then the steps to perform the upgrade. The box arrived with minor dings. Not too much...
View ArticleHelp designing/cutting a project
@lost57 wrote: I was hoping some of you very smart people could help a noob like me. I have a file I made from a sketch, I can't figure out the best way to actually cut the file on my Shapeoko 3...
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First project SO3 xxl
@ScrapWood wrote: As a noob to CNC a thank you to all that assist us on this the forum. image.jpeg3264x2448 1.54 MB so excited to finally get to create some things. First to do was waste board and sea...
View ArticleCopy toolpaths in Carbide Create?
@lost57 wrote: Is there a way to copy toolpaths in Carbide Create? For example if I am cutting out a bunch of coasters, I set the toolpaths for the first one, but when I copy the first one to put more...
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Bloodwood coral plate carving
@burgchevap wrote: I came across some wood sculptures that were carved to resemble coral, and I thought that it might be fun to cut something similar and organic looking on my Shapeoko. Below is the...
View ArticleMachine will stop with error message, it just stops communicating with computor
@brothergreg wrote: I have created v bit text and outline, then jog the machine to zero point, and zero it out, hit run, it begins beautifully, then stops with error message, Posts: 4 Participants: 3...
View ArticleXXL upgrade help Z axis plate HELP!
@orlrobinson wrote: Does anyone have the instructions on how to assemble the new xxl z axis or pictures of where everything goes belts and pullys.Also is there a parts list for the xxl upgrade,not...
View ArticleAlternatives to MeshCAM
@Tshulthise wrote: I find that MeshCAM is relatively easy to use but it creates toolpaths that take 10x longer than necessary. Its also pretty terrible for any kind of 2.5D cutting. I find its costing...
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