First test of my upgraded 3018 CNC

My first proper test of the machine went really, really well - the result was a total failure, but that was all human error on my part, my CNC itself performed flawlessly!
Now I just need to spend some more time figuring out FlatCam!
Here is my complete upgrade design:
www.printables.com/model/2221...

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

Nice, thanks for sharing the upgrade design too.

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

No worries 👍

[@kernowcoinringscornishcoin3999]

Hi do you have a link to the linear rails you've fitted

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

I buy mine from the AirSky shop on AliExpress. I’m using MGN15H carriages.
a.aliexpress.com/_m07GHfC

[@geekwithsocialskills]

Awesome new toy! I'm surprised seeing you use a Mac Book for your CNC software and not a Tandy 1000 😛

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

Hehe, it's my ancient Core 2 Duo powered MacBook, it's not much use for anything else.

[@jasonkim9579]

I seem to have some aligning issues with mine. I have the same spindle holder and mgn15h but my thread seems to be bit off, might have threaded in the wrong slot

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

I found I need to install all 4 bolts loosely, then install the spindle and tighten the bolts. It’ll sort itself out then.

[@patrickbodine1300]

Great video! Can you provide a link to your corner mount please?

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

Cheers. What do you mean by corner mount?

[@patrickbodine1300]

@@Cybernetic_Systems lower left on build plate. Black thing.

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

@@patrickbodine1300 lol, oh that, here you go:
www.printables.com/model/222135-pcb-fr4-mounts-for-cnc-milling

[@RobertMcReed]

Can you provide some information on your display/controller?

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

It’s just the MKS32 DLC LCD

[@timhofstetter5654]

Please learn that it IS NOT "a CNC". CNC isn't a noun, a thing. CNC is an adjective, a term which describes some thing. No such thing as "a CNC" has ever existed. What you have is a "CNC router". "CNC describes your router.
Why are your spindle speed and your feed rate both so low? Do you not have a copy of Machinery's Handbook?

[@ThePhoenixcompanies]

Yes. Be rude, ask a question and expect an answer. Please learn you get further in life by being pleasant.
CNC is short for CNC Router just like Tim is short for Timothy.

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

My feeds and speed are low because I’m leaning CNC machining and being cautious.

[@timhofstetter5654]

@@Cybernetic_Systems Low speeds and feeds with CNC will earn you really poor results, wearing out your cutters very early and packing the tips with welded-on copper.
That machine is capable of working much, much faster... especially with short stubby cutters instead of long, flexible ones that wag around like spaghetti.

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

@@timhofstetter5654 thanks, I’ll keep that in mind

[@Cybernetic_Systems]

So I had a quick look at the machinery handbook you mentioned, but I couldn’t see a section on milling. Is there a particular chapter you recommend?