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@C.Game wrote: Sorry, that may have bin "click bate. I just wanted to share my first impressions and opinions as a novice with Carbide 3D and the Shapeoko 3 XXL. Video wise, before the purchase of my...
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@C.Game wrote: Can someone please post a video on the following:1. How to properly tighten the 1/4 " flute bit into the Makita router2. The appropriate direction your XYZ should jog3. Limit switch...
View ArticleQuick-change collet for handheld routers?
@cgallery wrote: Anyone making quick-change collets for handheld routers that we so often use in CNC machines? It seems doable. I'm thinking a two-part system where PART-A mounts to the router, and...
View Article1/4 inch end mill
@C.Game wrote: What can you create with the stock 1/4 end mill that accompanies the Shapeoko? Posts: 1 Participants: 1 Read full topic
View ArticleHelp wth g code/ create files
@C.Game wrote: Is there a place you can download free project files that work in Carbide Motion? Posts: 1 Participants: 1 Read full topic
View ArticleCarbide Motion - Feature Wish List
@WLDOR wrote: I'm aware that there are other senders on the market, but ~for the most part~, this noob kinda likes the CC/CM ensemble that C3D provide for use with their machines. I've found the tools...
View ArticleShapeoko XL Final Assembly
@Hankster wrote: Well I finished the assembly of my Shapeoko XL following the instructions found on the Carbide 3D website under Getting Started - Shapeoko XL/XXL Assembly Guide and have a couple of...
View ArticleMagnetic closure ring boxes
@ItsDan wrote: My prototype then finished project on the right. Going to make a handful to sell so working out how to mass produce them better but happy with the result. Photo Apr 09, 4 56 07...
View ArticleCarbide Creat does not open
@Kat wrote: Hi ya folks. Sat down yesterday evening to refine a learning experience (read; me playing around and learning how to use this thing), and Carbide Create will not open. I get the icon in my...
View ArticleBelts affect rigidity?
@farmer wrote: Curious, have a friend who has graciously shared time with me on his shapeoko2 that has been upgraded to an x-carve. I've mentioned my plan to purchase a S03 and he'd like to sell me...
View ArticleNewest addition to the Shapeoko setup: SuckIt dust boot
@rnelwan wrote: Finally got around to installing my dust boot and so far I like it. IMG_2732.jpg2611x1958 2.77 MB IMG_2733.jpg2611x1958 2.76 MB IMG_2734.jpg2517x1884 2.67 MB Posts: 1 Participants: 1...
View ArticleCM set zero at MDI screen
@m_price wrote: I always use the MDI to set my offsets then need to go to jog set the zero. Like jog screen to touch off,then to mdi to jog over to center of tool, Back to the jog screen to set X...
View ArticleZ Axis clicking noise when rising
@austinious wrote: So, after much use I decided to clean my 3. No troubles, made it pretty again. BUT I removed the z axis plate to clean, put it back, and now it makes a clicking noise. It sounds...
View ArticleMoving Part within the stock
@Sethian wrote: Hi, I was wondering if there was a simple way to move the part within the stock. Some objects load on an angle which is pretty in efficient and wastes a lot of milling time. I'd like...
View ArticleMeshCAM Toolpath Questions
@JosephSeth wrote: Without having to search through hundreds of threads, I'd like to ask a question...because I've only used MeshCAM once, and failed. On the Toolpath Parameters option, is there...
View ArticleHelp staving off Insanity
@Signdude wrote: I am in need of some help to stave off insanity. I am attempting to reproduce the "Planet Clock" using the plans graciously shared by Gary Lamon @GaryL. Wood Clock Tick Tock Gallery...
View ArticleAn important conclusion
@JamesC wrote: As some of you know, I am working in a manufacturing environment. That being said, I have to say I am extremely happy with the performance of my nomad883. That being said, I am...
View ArticleFloating Shelf Build Video
@ApolloCrowe wrote: Floating Koa Shelf with Cork Inlay.The Blind Hardware for floating shelf install is available from Rockler. Here are the Design files: Diamond Recess PATTERN.c2d.zip (127.8 KB)...
View ArticleA Noob learning
@Kat wrote: Just playing around I decided to try something that was not dialing in calibration. On account of my brain needed a break. My wife likes butterflies, so it seemed like something that would...
View ArticleCarbide Copper & multi-tool jobs on Shapeoko
@jimidi wrote: Having grunted through using the PCB-GCODE ULP in Eagle and using it with Carbide Motion and Shapeoko, I'm really curious how this will work in practicality? This looks really kewl from...
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