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Carbide Copper feedback
@jimmo wrote: I was very excited to try using Carbide Copper on my Shapeoko 3 this weekend -- took four attempts but I got a great result in the end. Thanks for making such a useful tool (and as a web...
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What is square for SO3
@grumpa wrote: Wanting to tram and watching videos and reading as Mike suggested, I figure that squaring the machine should be the first step. I've gotten a dial indicator though I'm not happy in it's...
View ArticleCarbide Motion does not show cutter position
@mecas wrote: Using the Shapeoko has been a nightmare so far. After one year of owing the machine, I am getting close to give up. So many problems. First it was EMI and after a trial and error process...
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Playing with PhotoVcarve
@jdg3 wrote: I bought PhotoVcarve Sat.The Photos come out Great! So easy too.I did my son and the dog on a scrap, oak, dresser drawer, part.I did my Wife and her Family on a big 17" piece of...
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Nomad 883 Pro Carriage Dial Indicator/Accessory Mount
@PhilG wrote: As mentioned in another thread, I have created a mount that allows me to attach a dial indicator to the carriage of my 883 pro, allowing useful things like precise stock levelling and a...
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Headboard organizer
@Tshulthise wrote: I made a headboard/wall mounted organizer to hold the things I'm always looking for. The round disc on the left is a wireless charger for my phone. I just toss my phone in the...
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Problem with Logo in Carbide Create
@Knottyhands wrote: I am trying to cut a logo (see attached) for a local school. The image was converted to a SVG file which went ok but about 90 percent the lines that make up the image are open and...
View ArticleLots and lots of Homing - normal?
@Adam_Xett wrote: Today's FNG question: I just upgraded my XXL to grbl1.1 and CM V4 (because why not). I've got limit switches of course, but the machine seems to want to do it's homing operation a...
View ArticleShapeoko 3 XXL Program
@Jensenda wrote: What is a good program for Shapeoko 3 XXL Posts: 2 Participants: 2 Read full topic
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Basic Dust Boot
@Adam_Xett wrote: First 'real' project, entirely in CC/CM. I'm pretty happy overall. Save v4's desire to constantly try and re-home itself all-the-dang-time, machining went well. Used a .25" 2 flute...
View ArticleCarbide Motion Justification Question
@lordhelemt wrote: New user here, apologies in advance for not being able to find the answer of a simple question. I'm using the Shapeoko to build some simple tooling. I created the SVG drawing in AI...
View ArticleMeshcam: Setting Specific Toolpaths for Geometry?
@cooper136 wrote: So i machined a metal plate out of aluminum, I now need to go back and put a hole in that plate. I notice in meshcam that when i create toolpaths it just creates toolpaths for the...
View ArticleGRBL Panel failing every job
@Adam_Xett wrote: Trying to understand a grbl panel problem, when it's worked well for things in the past. Since going to 1.1 on the controller, every job I try to run through it causes an immediate...
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First time pasting reliefs, and feeding fast
@jdg3 wrote: I made a plaque for my Mom. She has a Goat farm.I'm finally learning to paste reliefs, and carve starting at different heights.I had to paste the unicorns/shield, then paste the rams head...
View ArticleWhats in the works for Carbide 3D?
@Blackjack wrote: I am contemplating purchasing a Shapeoko XXl to compliment my Nomad. Does Carbide 3D have plans for a new machine or improvements on the Shapeoko. I dont want to buy one if there is...
View ArticleRedoing the base MDF
@idank wrote: Is there a CC/svg/pdf file somewhere for redoing the base MDF of a Shapeoko XL? Measurements, hole sizes/positions, etc. Posts: 4 Participants: 2 Read full topic
View ArticleNegative Pressure Box
@Adam_Xett wrote: I know lots of folks have made full enclosures for their various Shapeoko sizes, but all the ones I've seen use a shopvac on a dustboot and a follower hose. Has anybody tried a...
View ArticleEngravings nomad883
@j_hurst wrote: So what I am trying to do, is I to engrave into multiple types of material. More or less like our Company name and clients names and such. What kind of bits would you recommend using....
View ArticleDLL files missing newby getting plenty frustrated
@TX_SGT wrote: Ok so I ordered an XL, and after several hours of reading IMO pretty poor instructions I finally got the thing put togetherI slapped a piece of paper down tied on a marker, and thought...
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Quick project for my brides mother
@timtom1 wrote: I created tgis a few days ago for my brides mother. I get married in 3 hours...!!! Tim 20170531_091654.jpg3264x1836 1.49 MB Posts: 1 Participants: 1 Read full topic
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