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Z probe by Inventables
@idank wrote: I'd love to get the z probe from Carbide but it's been a few weeks since Copper was released and there's no update on when it's going to be available or whether it's even actively being...
View ArticleCarbide Motion software on windows xp? how to
@Benzacar05 wrote: Carbide Motion software on windows xp? how to. Posts: 5 Participants: 3 Read full topic
View ArticleDO NOT leave your CNC unattended
@Rick wrote: This not my video. I just stumbled onto it. This is not a fault in the Shapeoko. This was the result of not keeping an eye on your machine while it is in operation. From the description...
View ArticleRecording a Project's Details
@patonclover wrote: I'm interested in how other CNC'ers record the details of each project they make. Amongst other things I am using my SO3XL to make models, not one-offs but a number over a period...
View ArticlePC Cases made out of Wood
@irr1449 wrote: Hey Everyone, I'm working on designing a full featured PC case out of wood. I've been using my Shapeoko XL and 3D printer. Here is my latest prototype. Any suggestions would be...
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Either Just Stupid or Drug Overdosed
@Bonch wrote: I recently had a 2 level fusion in my neck and thought I would take this healing time to work on a mothers day legacy box with my children's memories. My daughter told me one of her...
View ArticleThin acrylic workholding
@LeeRatliff wrote: I'm currently working on a project which requires me to mill some panels from a 12" x 24" sheet of 1/8" cast acrylic. I've never milled thin flexible material before and I'm...
View ArticleNot cutting all the way through
@charleyy wrote: not sure what is going on, first project after waste/clamp board, and checked what I could (what is with encrypted g-code?), but not sure what is wrong: matl thickness of 19.85 mm,...
View ArticleCM V4 status?
@mikep wrote: I've sent in some bug reports, I know a bunch of others have. Doesn't seem like anyone is getting responses that they were even received. Is there a double-secret posting somewhere with...
View ArticleErratic Z axis movement
@JFischer911 wrote: Hi All,Another fun day of playing with my XXL has brought up more questions. This time it was while trying to calibrate for belt stretch. I used a dial indicator attached to my Z...
View ArticleRecieved message count?
@mac62951 wrote: So I'm doing the 1st homing on the xxl. The 1st step is to pull up the log screen to enter a value of $22=1 but can't because at the top it is doing a "Received Message Count" which...
View ArticleCreate not accepting new tool?
@charleyy wrote: noob first class, so could be just terminal stupidity, but when i went to add a v-bit into tool list, does not appear to add it correctly... had a selection for 'v-mill', did that,...
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Magnetic contact for probe
@cgallery wrote: All this talk about probes got me to thinking I should make one to see if I prefer it over other methods of setting my height. Right now I'm using the paper pushed back/forth until...
View ArticleGrounding probe ground to chassis ground?
@cgallery wrote: I was thinking of using the 1/2" cable guide hole on the right-hand gantry plate to mount an RCA jack (a chassis-mount type) I use for connecting my probe. Right now I have an RCA...
View ArticleProbe command, can I raise bit on same line?
@cgallery wrote: In experimenting w/ the probe, I use Carbide Motion's MDI screen (what does MDI stand for) to send: G38.2 Z-13 F100 And it works great. Is it possible to add anything to that command...
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Fusion 360 Vee Bit Engraving - What am I doing wrong?
@pdx_curious wrote: Using Fusion 360 to make some signs with my SO3. First test on bamboo was pretty good. I imported the line drawing into 360 as a dxf. happy_zps3lunhd62.png1024x768 Only one corner...
View ArticleNewbie needs help converting mesh to cut on Shapeoko
@Carrol1964 wrote: My son has ask me to cut this out of wood for him. I have the STL but have no idea what to do with it. I have tried to convert in Fusion 360, but lack of knowledge/experience has...
View ArticleHello World --- box_logo.zip
@WillAdams wrote: Some folks have had difficulties downloading box_logo.tap --- here's a .zip archive for convenience: "box_logo.zip"box_logo.zip (11.9 KB) Posts: 5 Participants: 3 Read full topic
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Not Understanding Machine Region
@sshwarts wrote: I'm not understanding the Machine Region setting in MeshCam (note I'm trying V7 Beta). Previously, I added supports in MeshCam but this time I added it to my model -- I'm cutting out...
View ArticleTiered cuts in profile mode
@Woodmd wrote: I have been using SO3 with carbide motion and cambam for a year and love it! I have hit a snag recently. I was cutting a board with an arc on the end and instead of getting a straight...
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