I know this information is three years old but I’ve just started into CNC in 2024. Wonderful thank you because after looking at TH-cam, your instruction is the most informative step-by-step that I could’ve found. Thank you again.
Epiphany #1- I REALLY need to clean my collet more often. Epiphany #2- I REALLY need to stop using the red button when I tighten my bits!! Great work as always Garrette!!
For anyone watching that doesn't have a touch probe, go buy one now. I would almost call it a necessity. You can survive without one but once you use it you won't want to. There is a list of convenience items that I would recommend every CNCer have if possible. 1. touch probe 2. IOT relay (turns on/off the router and dust collection automatically) 3. limit switches/ homing. Yes you can survive without them but if you set your projects up using "HOME" as zero you can always go back to it even if you loose power during a cut. It also makes job setup so fast. 4. Gamepad. Yes, that is right, I also initially thought it was overkill but once you use one to move the router around you will probably never use keyboard controls again. I'm not sure if G-sender or UGS allow for gamepad control but they should. It is seriously one of the best additions to my Onefinity.
OMG! I have been pushing the red button while I tighten the collet on the bit!! I guess the "bit angels" having been watching over me; since I have not broken anything. Thank you a thousand times for sharing that very important information! I bought a t-slot bit a while ago and never used it. Now I'm going to get it out and start using it- thanks to this video!
Great video. Currently using the GSender and find it to be a easy and accurate software. Just bought a t-slot bit from you and the video is a good introduction.
I have been making tee slots for 2 years now, but just discovered this video. I set up the toolpath in Vectric the same way you do, but I do a few things differently. First of all I make a pilot hole with a regular end mill for the tee slot bit to enter before beginning its horizontal pass and I also cut a narrower path the length of the cut to clear the bulk of the material out of the cut before my tee slot bit even enters the wood. Doing it this way lessens the resistance on the bit because it doesn't have to remove all the material at once, leaves less debris in the cut and allows me to cut at 100 IPM. Finally, I use a flute toolpath set at the desired depth with a 1% ramp at the beginning and end instead of a profile toolpath. Works perfect. I guess it just goes to show there's more than one way to do things.
Garrett love the videos, some thing i tried in vetric I used a rectangle 2inches long and .005 wide instead of the lines on top of each other. The machine thinks it is a rectangle so it plunges down then cut on one line down moves over .005 then cuts back on the other line to the start position and exits the piece . I tried it number of times and different t slot bits and it hasn't failed me yet.I have to get over and send you some coffee I drank a few watching this .
Another GREAT video. In Vectric simply make one line left to right, then click again on the right and go back to left or vice versa. one line on top of the other and it will complete the cut the way it should. I got tired of changing bits so I got a bit at Menards "orange brand" about $20 and went to Harbor Freight and bought a small one hand router that had a fence you could attach. I simply make a mark in the middle of the width of the project (back side) . then measure 3/4 inch each way, make a mark. Set the fence on hand router for 3/4 in to 1 inch away from bit, using the fence as a guide for distance down from top, plunge router bit down on one mark , move to other mark and move back. Done in no time.
Thx for another well-crafted video Garrett. I always learn so much from you & them. You never cease to amaze me. This one is definitely worth a cup of coffee. Maybe one of these days - eh?
Garrett, I want to thank you for taking your time to make this and all the other videos you make. I feel I learn a lot. You give out a lot of information.
sorry I hit the wrong button, I think I requseted money from you, but I followed up to send a donation for all the training you have given me with the vids
Nice tutorial, Garrett! Another trick for key slots is to taper the large portion with a V bit or countersink bit. It can be done with the CNC, on a drill press or even a hand held drill with some care. This makes it easier to find the hole with the nail or screw you are hanging it on. This is most appreciated on larger signs.
I wish there was a more direct line of communication available for you. Anyhow, I’m going to be getting into the small DIY aspect of the CNC world, and hopefully make s as small amount of money doing so, and I had a couple of questions for you, that I think I already have the answers to. First of all, I’m looking at getting the Bob’s Evolution 4, with the Vcarve desktop software. I’ve heard say already that both of these are a good start for a beginner, so I just wanted you to clarify if you could, that for the price, off about $1500, this is a good purchase. I love your videos, and I think it’s awesome what you’re doing, so keep that going, as guys like myself appreciate it. Thank you for what you’re doing, and thank you for any extra help you can lend in the future.
Hi Jason. thank you for your compliments. I love doing this to help people like you. I wish I could make myself available to everyone. You can always schedule one-on-one with me from the website www.idcwoodcraft.com Before you buy a machine, watch this (if you haven't already) It'll educate you on what to look for in a CNC router. th-cam.com/video/rqKwcqHdSPw/w-d-xo.html
Hey Garret thanks for your detailed information. I am a beginner in the CNC world, and i have already learned a lot from al your other video’s. Greatings from Jan out of the Netherlands
Nice video....Good job! I've been using a Freud 70-104 Key Hole bit for a couple of years and it works great using this very technique. Cost is under $20 U.S. Thanks for the info on the GCode Sender and the tip on the red button. When you use only one wrench it also puts a lot of twisting force on the Z axis plates and can force it out of tram. Always use two wrenches to cancel out the forces!
Hi Huey. Keyholes are quite easy once we know how to do it. Rearding the red button on the makita router, I hope I saved a few routers. Thanks for commenting
Garrett you read my mind. I have a couple of lake wall plaques to make and typically glue in a keyhole disc I made with a laser. But I have a keyhole bit and wondered how I could get my vcarve program to run the process of a keyhole slot. Thanks!
Great video Garrett! Key hole slots can be confusing if you don't measure everything correctly. It is always good to learn the skills of adding custom bits. FYI Easel has a key hole app but you still need to measure everything correctly.
Nice job, great explanation on setting up the tool data base. The touch plate for Next Wave CNC's works very well with the Vectric software also. I will create this file today as Keyhole bits on a handheld are terrible, not much better on the router table. But this will work well. Great job.
Thanks Garrett, great explanation on how to put the bit into the software's database. I especially liked the part where you put the Amazon link in the notes. That's a great tip. I don't know if it is a topic you have covered, but file maintenance and how to save your work or versions of it may be important. Besides the cnc and creation piece, knowing how to properly manage your data for easy retrieval is important. I find a lot of people can be good with software, but struggle to find old projects because they are not filed away logically. Do you already have a video on that?. Thanks for being there for us. Dieter
Hi Garrett, I just watched your vide on T-slot, I wasn't able to get the g code file said it wasn't there error 404 I have watched a number of your videos and find them very informative,. You teach so that anyone could understand.Thanks Just learning Vectric
Thank you again Garrett for the great tutorial and the amount of help you have given me with your videos. I have tried looking for the gcode but it gives me a 404 error.
Jessie, you're so welcome brother I'm happy to help. I'm not too sure what's going on with this. I will have my tech guy look into this. Thank you for letting me know!
@@IDCWoodcraft I must have over looked the Homing button. I was a CNC machinist for 30 years. A mean Feed Hold, just like on a big lathe or mill, or yes Temp hold if that is what you want to call it.
Thanks for the tutorial. I purchased a Freud #70-104 t-slot bit that was reasonably priced. While its a 1/4 bit...Its a strange size...25/64th width and a 7/16th cutting depth.
Garrett will gsender work on my Next Wave Shark, which i use Vectric on? Also, i am a rookie on utube videos, and when you mention you put items and links in the comments below i have difficulty finding them, sorry.
Charlie, I am not sure about that my friend. I recommend reaching out to Next wave about that, they like to keep their software packages proprietary to their machine. No worries about TH-cam, all the links are in the "description" Here's a link on how to find the description on TH-cam: th-cam.com/video/M9lmUNw32qw/w-d-xo.html
Robert, it should. Install it and try. If it doesn't work, then just don't use it. Here's the link to download it: sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
The Amana keyhole bit is also available on Amazon for the same price as Toolstoday but with free shipping if you're a Prime member. Just search for Amana Tool 45652 I agree that there's no reason to go super expensive on this bit as it's not used for a lot of cutting. Amana is decent enough quality and certainly better than the HSS faux-carbide ones I've seen cheaper on ebay, Ali or even Amazon.
Thanks Jim. For some reason, I wasn't thinking "keyhole cutter" when searching. When I used that term, the whole world opened up with keyhole bits. Thank you.
Hi Garret, I have an question sorry for my bad english, i actualy a little rusty, if dont pratice happen's that. So I wish to know : Now, I am using an GRBL + arduinos controller and BCNC to control my OX OPENBUILDS CNC . And when i try to put more tools , more especifque different tools on an toolpath, the post-processor doesnt allow me to create that toolpath. How i can enable that on aspire and on machine. i can use another softwares to control my machine , if u use a software taht u are confortable with u could pass me the directions to me , i mean step-by*-step or made an video explaining that plz? Thx in advance
Hi Edwardo. Sorry for the delayed response. When you are saving your toolpath, select the third radio mutton at the top and check the box just below that. Then it will save all toolpaths
Mlcs wood working has Tee slot cutter that are design plunge cut thatv are good and don't cost $100.00 Yonico Is the one that I have and it works very good Jeff
Hey Jeff. thaks. I was searcjing the wrong word. When I looked up keyhole cutter afer posting the video, I was like "Oh, shit...I goofed" Good thing is I put links to the decent bits in the description area
iwannaapple7190, great question brother there really isn't a specific size bolt you need for the clamps, I recommend using whatever size you have on hand!
@@IDCWoodcraft Mine were 5 inches long which does matter cause it runs the risk of the gantry running over them. The longmill isn't even that high and my cnc4newbie was barely clearing under the z axis. Cutting them was my only option. Cutting them too short will not afford me to use your clamps. Cutting them too long will put me in the same position of risking the router to run into the plastic knobs so I needed to make them right the first time. I think I cut them to about 3.5 inches? That turned out to be the minimum size so I got lucky that the clamps will still screw down. In my opinion, the distance from the channel to the end of your clamp needs to be increased. It should be between 1" and 1.25 inches spacing. This allows for slightly more material to be cut out at the end for a lower and better grip on the wood. I cut mine out of 2x4's. Haven't used them yet but they are plenty strong using wood from the 2x4's.
I ran my G code for the T Slot and it plunged into the material, moved forward on the Y axis slightly, returned to the place it went in then made the slot to the right and then to the left and came bach k up out of the hole. It worked but looks sloppy having an elongated hole instead of a round one. How can I adjust the G code to stop that motion? The code reads: (4AC7A5FFD0F6DEDC3B51B569B338FFCA) T1M6 G17 G0Z20.320 G0X0.000Y0.000S16000M3 G0X-25.400Y0.000Z5.080 G1Z-8.890F203.2 G1X25.400Y0.000F762.0 X-25.400Y0.000 G0Z5.080 G0Z20.320 G0X0.000Y0.000 M30
Glen, your Gcode looks good. I read every move and there is nothing that would indicate to me why your hole would be elongated. Are you sure that its not a problem with the machine?
@@IDCWoodcraft "Gadgets" may be nice, but, too many of them tend to make people lazy and dumb them down. It is always good to know how to do things manually / the hard way / using one's head.
I know this information is three years old but I’ve just started into CNC in 2024. Wonderful thank you because after looking at TH-cam, your instruction is the most informative step-by-step that I could’ve found. Thank you again.
mj06251943, I’m so glad you found the information helpful! Enjoy your CNC journey!
I'd rather learn this way than via a Vectric gadget GF. This tutorial covers many more little things that we newbies need to learn.
Hi James. I totally agree. Gadgets can be used after we know these little tricks. This iis what makes us better. Thanks for saying that!
Epiphany #1- I REALLY need to clean my collet more often.
Epiphany #2- I REALLY need to stop using the red button when I tighten my bits!!
Great work as always Garrette!!
Hi Ray...yes...please do not use the red button to tighten!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You will regret it one day
For anyone watching that doesn't have a touch probe, go buy one now. I would almost call it a necessity. You can survive without one but once you use it you won't want to. There is a list of convenience items that I would recommend every CNCer have if possible. 1. touch probe 2. IOT relay (turns on/off the router and dust collection automatically) 3. limit switches/ homing. Yes you can survive without them but if you set your projects up using "HOME" as zero you can always go back to it even if you loose power during a cut. It also makes job setup so fast.
4. Gamepad. Yes, that is right, I also initially thought it was overkill but once you use one to move the router around you will probably never use keyboard controls again. I'm not sure if G-sender or UGS allow for gamepad control but they should. It is seriously one of the best additions to my Onefinity.
Thanks Jeff, for this list. An IOT relay and gamepad are my next additions, for sure!
UGS allows you to use a phone or tablet as a pendant
OMG! I have been pushing the red button while I tighten the collet on the bit!! I guess the "bit angels" having been watching over me; since I have not broken anything. Thank you a thousand times for sharing that very important information!
I bought a t-slot bit a while ago and never used it. Now I'm going to get it out and start using it- thanks to this video!
Hi SB. I am SOOOO glad you saw this. Yes, the angels have been watching over you, for sure!!!
Start T-slotting, my friend.
Great video. Currently using the GSender and find it to be a easy and accurate software.
Just bought a t-slot bit from you and the video is a good introduction.
don, right on brother! I'm glad gsender and the tslot bit have been treating you well so far! Happy cutting!
Plaques are something I will be creating on a regular basis. I look forward to hearing when you a middle range t-bit in place.
Ron, I have a keyhole cutter that will be perfect for plaques. Here is a link: www.idcwoodcraft.com/product/keyhole-router-bit-1-4-shank/
Thanks Garrett! This video answered a lot of questions.
LetsGoWorld, i'm glad to hear that this video helped you out so much my friend.
I have been making tee slots for 2 years now, but just discovered this video. I set up the toolpath in Vectric the same way you do, but I do a few things differently. First of all I make a pilot hole with a regular end mill for the tee slot bit to enter before beginning its horizontal pass and I also cut a narrower path the length of the cut to clear the bulk of the material out of the cut before my tee slot bit even enters the wood. Doing it this way lessens the resistance on the bit because it doesn't have to remove all the material at once, leaves less debris in the cut and allows me to cut at 100 IPM. Finally, I use a flute toolpath set at the desired depth with a 1% ramp at the beginning and end instead of a profile toolpath. Works perfect. I guess it just goes to show there's more than one way to do things.
Covert, all good points. There are so many ways to skin a cat in CNC. I'm glad that your method works well for you too.
Garett, I have just completed viewing the first time thru the T-slot procedure . . . . 9 more times to go. Thankew sir! - - - gr 13 Aug '21
Hey Guy. you'll have it by the 3rd time!
Excellent information Garrett am from England you make superb videos
Stuart, glad to hear it brother!
Garrett love the videos, some thing i tried in vetric I used a rectangle 2inches long and .005 wide instead of the lines on top of each other. The machine thinks it is a rectangle so it plunges down then cut on one line down moves over .005 then cuts back on the other line to the start position and exits the piece . I tried it number of times and different t slot bits and it hasn't failed me yet.I have to get over and send you some coffee I drank a few watching this .
Don, that is a great idea brother! I want to try that myself.
Aloha Garrett,
Thanks for the great video! Been watching quite a few of your videos and you always do a great job.
Mahalo,
Mike.
Mike, glad that this video helped you so much my friend.
You're a GREAT teacher!!!! I enjoy watching your videos.
I'm learning a lot!
Andy, thanks brother! I'm glad to help!
Another GREAT video. In Vectric simply make one line left to right, then click again on the right and go back to left or vice versa. one line on top of the other and it will complete the cut the way it should. I got tired of changing bits so I got a bit at Menards "orange brand" about $20 and went to Harbor Freight and bought a small one hand router that had a fence you could attach. I simply make a mark in the middle of the width of the project (back side) . then measure 3/4 inch each way, make a mark. Set the fence on hand router for 3/4 in to 1 inch away from bit, using the fence as a guide for distance down from top, plunge router bit down on one mark , move to other mark and move back. Done in no time.
I should have said I did not get to try this in real life however preview looked correct.
Hi Gary. You know, that is a much better way of doing it if a person has a small router table. Thanks for adding this comment for others to see!
Garrett- again Thank You for an excellent teaching video.
You are welcome my CNC friend!!!!...whatever your name is...Dot?
Perfect Garrett you see that t slot everywhere, now i can wright that program. Thanks Garrett.
John, glad to help my friend! Happy cutting!
Like the shirt! got my key slot cutter Friday...trying it out tomorrow
Excellent. Thanks for letting me know King
Thx for another well-crafted video Garrett. I always learn so much from you & them. You never cease to amaze me. This one is definitely worth a cup of coffee. Maybe one of these days - eh?
I'll take that cup of coffee. Wait! you already bought me one. Thanks for the direction on that, brother.
Thanks for the tip on the router 2 wrench method and the use of the red shaft stop.
Hey Herbert. You're welcome. I've seen too many broken routers because of this.
As always Garrett a Great tutorial....
David, thanks again my friend! Glad to help!
You are a great instructor, great resource and really pleasant to sit with. Thank you
Hey John, thank you!
Great information Garrett. Thank you.
You are so welcome Jamie.
Garrett, I want to thank you for taking your time to make this and all the other videos you make. I feel I learn a lot. You give out a lot of information.
Joe, its my pleasure brother. Anything I can do to make your CNC journey a little bit easier is a win in my book!
I'm new to using a CNC router and your way of explaining is very helpful. I learned a lot, Thanks
Hi JB. Thank you and you're welcome!
sorry I hit the wrong button, I think I requseted money from you, but I followed up to send a donation for all the training you have given me with the vids
Hi Jeff. I saw both come in email this morning. Thank you for the contribution and I hope it takes you to the moon with your creations!
Good to know this video. It do help a lot for a beginner for CNCer. Thanks for the Words list, Huge support, god blesses you!
Hey Aquillia, thanks agin. You're welcome for the words list. I hope it gives you a good start.
Thanks for this video!
CNC guru, you are so welcome my friend.
Great Video.
Robert, thank you brother! Glad you liked this one.
Nice tutorial, Garrett! Another trick for key slots is to taper the large portion with a V bit or countersink bit. It can be done with the CNC, on a drill press or even a hand held drill with some care. This makes it easier to find the hole with the nail or screw you are hanging it on. This is most appreciated on larger signs.
Hmmm, I like that other trick. Thanks Dusty!
I wish there was a more direct line of communication available for you. Anyhow, I’m going to be getting into the small DIY aspect of the CNC world, and hopefully make s as small amount of money doing so, and I had a couple of questions for you, that I think I already have the answers to. First of all, I’m looking at getting the Bob’s Evolution 4, with the Vcarve desktop software. I’ve heard say already that both of these are a good start for a beginner, so I just wanted you to clarify if you could, that for the price, off about $1500, this is a good purchase. I love your videos, and I think it’s awesome what you’re doing, so keep that going, as guys like myself appreciate it. Thank you for what you’re doing, and thank you for any extra help you can lend in the future.
Hi Jason. thank you for your compliments. I love doing this to help people like you.
I wish I could make myself available to everyone. You can always schedule one-on-one with me from the website www.idcwoodcraft.com
Before you buy a machine, watch this (if you haven't already) It'll educate you on what to look for in a CNC router. th-cam.com/video/rqKwcqHdSPw/w-d-xo.html
Hey Garret thanks for your detailed information. I am a beginner in the CNC world, and i have already learned a lot from al your other video’s. Greatings from Jan out of the Netherlands
Thanks J. So glad that you liked them.
You the best 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Angel, thank you brother! Glad you liked this one.
Thanks for doing this Garrett, nice job as always and very beneficial.
Hi LG. Thank you!
Nice video....Good job! I've been using a Freud 70-104 Key Hole bit for a couple of years and it works great using this very technique. Cost is under $20 U.S. Thanks for the info on the GCode Sender and the tip on the red button. When you use only one wrench it also puts a lot of twisting force on the Z axis plates and can force it out of tram. Always use two wrenches to cancel out the forces!
Hi Huey. Keyholes are quite easy once we know how to do it. Rearding the red button on the makita router, I hope I saved a few routers. Thanks for commenting
very clever, Garrett
Thanks James
Garrett you read my mind. I have a couple of lake wall plaques to make and typically glue in a keyhole disc I made with a laser. But I have a keyhole bit and wondered how I could get my vcarve program to run the process of a keyhole slot. Thanks!
Chris, happy to hear that video helped you then brother!
Great video Garrett! Key hole slots can be confusing if you don't measure everything correctly. It is always good to learn the skills of adding custom bits. FYI Easel has a key hole app but you still need to measure everything correctly.
Hey Jeff. It is interesting. Key slots are so simple. I think that is why it can be confusing.
Nice job, great explanation on setting up the tool data base. The touch plate for Next Wave CNC's works very well with the Vectric software also.
I will create this file today as Keyhole bits on a handheld are terrible, not much better on the router table. But this will work well.
Great job.
Hey Doug. send me a picture of your first keyhole cut like this.
Thanks Garrett, great explanation on how to put the bit into the software's database. I especially liked the part where you put the Amazon link in the notes. That's a great tip. I don't know if it is a topic you have covered, but file maintenance and how to save your work or versions of it may be important. Besides the cnc and creation piece, knowing how to properly manage your data for easy retrieval is important. I find a lot of people can be good with software, but struggle to find old projects because they are not filed away logically. Do you already have a video on that?. Thanks for being there for us. Dieter
Hi Dieter.mI have been asked about file management before so it is worth doing a video on. Thanks for the idea!
Hi Garrett, I just watched your vide on T-slot, I wasn't able to get the g code file said it wasn't there error 404
I have watched a number of your videos and find them very informative,. You teach so that anyone could understand.Thanks Just learning Vectric
Sam, my apologies for the issue with the file brother. I will have my tech guy look into this right away!
Great class
sfg18b, thank you!
Thank you again Garrett for the great tutorial and the amount of help you have given me with your videos. I have tried looking for the gcode but it gives me a 404 error.
Jessie, you're so welcome brother I'm happy to help. I'm not too sure what's going on with this. I will have my tech guy look into this. Thank you for letting me know!
Have you figured it out on the file?
Thanks Garrett for the great video. Possible to do a lockdowel slot for this T-slot method?
Lockdowel?
I kinda like that gSender. Need to add a Homing routine for me to use. I would also like to see a Feed Hold.
They have a homing sequence. For feed hold, explain. Do you mean a temp pause?
@@IDCWoodcraft I must have over looked the Homing button. I was a CNC machinist for 30 years. A mean Feed Hold, just like on a big lathe or mill, or yes Temp hold if that is what you want to call it.
Thanks for the tutorial. I purchased a Freud #70-104 t-slot bit that was reasonably priced. While its a 1/4 bit...Its a strange size...25/64th width and a 7/16th cutting depth.
Hi Martha, you're right it's a strange size!
Please read my response to the keyhole comment I left. I did not get to try this in real life however the preview looked correct.
I read your response and answered back. It was excellent input!
Garrett, Have you seen the Vectric Keyhole Gadget?
Tom, I have brother and it is a great alternative!
Again, thank you for another amazing video. Wondering...I happen to have a 3/8' Keyhole bit. Can I use that?
Hey Lori. Yes, of course. As long as it fits the screw you will be using in the wall.
@@IDCWoodcraft Perfect. Thank you!!
Garrett, Did you get the T-Slots you wanted to source? are they in a kit?
Tom, Im not too sure what you mean brother? You can get the T slot bit here: bit.ly/3iGqeKc
@@IDCWoodcraft In the video above you stated you were sourcing t-bits mid range price.
do you use GCodesender for the phantom also?
Hi Tom. No, it is not needed for the Phantom
@@IDCWoodcraft Hi Garrett, what extention should we save as in Vcarve for phantom?
Garrett will gsender work on my Next Wave Shark, which i use Vectric on? Also, i am a rookie on utube videos, and when you mention you put items and links in the comments below i have difficulty finding them, sorry.
Charlie, I am not sure about that my friend. I recommend reaching out to Next wave about that, they like to keep their software packages proprietary to their machine.
No worries about TH-cam, all the links are in the "description" Here's a link on how to find the description on TH-cam: th-cam.com/video/M9lmUNw32qw/w-d-xo.html
I was wondering if you will update this video because Vcarve has a new gadget just for keyhole toolpaths.
Hi Mitchell. I'll do a gadgets video later. I teach people the principals so if gadgets don't work, they will understand why.
Question can you use g-sender with an inventables X-Crave
Robert, it should. Install it and try. If it doesn't work, then just don't use it.
Here's the link to download it: sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
The Amana keyhole bit is also available on Amazon for the same price as Toolstoday but with free shipping if you're a Prime member. Just search for Amana Tool 45652
I agree that there's no reason to go super expensive on this bit as it's not used for a lot of cutting. Amana is decent enough quality and certainly better than the HSS faux-carbide ones I've seen cheaper on ebay, Ali or even Amazon.
Thanks Jim. For some reason, I wasn't thinking "keyhole cutter" when searching. When I used that term, the whole world opened up with keyhole bits. Thank you.
Trying to find the master Chuck, I cannot find a link to it or find it on your website. Please provide. Thanks!
spunkybear1597, i'm sorry brother but the Muscle Chuck is no longer available. Sorry I cant help you on this one my friend.
Hi Garret, I have an question sorry for my bad english, i actualy a little rusty, if dont pratice happen's that. So I wish to know :
Now, I am using an GRBL + arduinos controller and BCNC to control my OX OPENBUILDS CNC . And when i try to put more tools , more especifque different tools on an toolpath, the post-processor doesnt allow me to create that toolpath. How i can enable that on aspire and on machine. i can use another softwares to control my machine , if u use a software taht u are confortable with u could pass me the directions to me , i mean step-by*-step or made an video explaining that plz? Thx in advance
Hi Edwardo. Sorry for the delayed response. When you are saving your toolpath, select the third radio mutton at the top and check the box just below that. Then it will save all toolpaths
Thanks, one more thing. I prefer a M30 to close because that resets the entire process.
Hey Jason. Yes, I should add the M30 command to the end of the program. Thanks for the suggestion.
Mlcs wood working has Tee slot cutter that are design plunge cut thatv are good and don't cost $100.00 Yonico Is the one that I have and it works very good Jeff
Hey Jeff. thaks. I was searcjing the wrong word. When I looked up keyhole cutter afer posting the video, I was like "Oh, shit...I goofed"
Good thing is I put links to the decent bits in the description area
I hope you have time for this simple question?
In order to make your hold down clamps, what is the length are your T slot bolts?
iwannaapple7190, great question brother there really isn't a specific size bolt you need for the clamps, I recommend using whatever size you have on hand!
@@IDCWoodcraft
Mine were 5 inches long which does matter cause it runs the risk of the gantry running over them. The longmill isn't even that high and my cnc4newbie was barely clearing under the z axis. Cutting them was my only option. Cutting them too short will not afford me to use your clamps. Cutting them too long will put me in the same position of risking the router to run into the plastic knobs so I needed to make them right the first time. I think I cut them to about 3.5 inches? That turned out to be the minimum size so I got lucky that the clamps will still screw down.
In my opinion, the distance from the channel to the end of your clamp needs to be increased. It should be between 1" and 1.25 inches spacing. This allows for slightly more material to be cut out at the end for a lower and better grip on the wood.
I cut mine out of 2x4's. Haven't used them yet but they are plenty strong using wood from the 2x4's.
Thanks can use
Nancej, you are so welcome!
I ran my G code for the T Slot and it plunged into the material, moved forward on the Y axis slightly, returned to the place it went in then made the slot to the right and then to the left and came bach
k up out of the hole. It worked but looks sloppy having an elongated hole instead of a round one. How can I adjust the G code to stop that motion? The code reads:
(4AC7A5FFD0F6DEDC3B51B569B338FFCA)
T1M6
G17
G0Z20.320
G0X0.000Y0.000S16000M3
G0X-25.400Y0.000Z5.080
G1Z-8.890F203.2
G1X25.400Y0.000F762.0
X-25.400Y0.000
G0Z5.080
G0Z20.320
G0X0.000Y0.000
M30
Glen, your Gcode looks good. I read every move and there is nothing that would indicate to me why your hole would be elongated. Are you sure that its not a problem with the machine?
Well that's good advice to know how to do it from scratch but how come you just didn't use the keyhole slot in the gadgets it does it all for you
Because I didn't know there was a gadget for it. Thanks for letting me know.
@@IDCWoodcraft "Gadgets" may be nice, but, too many of them tend to make people lazy and dumb them down. It is always good to know how to do things manually / the hard way / using one's head.
Why not use the keyhole gadget?
I haven't used any of the gadgets. I'll have to check them out.
The reason the software dropped out of the ploy line function is because you were back at the start point and the poly line was “closed”
Oh, why didn't that occur to me...duh. Thanks Jamie
Simple Algebra QED... X & Y access.....
...and Z! Can't forger Z....
Yup...it's that simple.
Hiding the wine glass, I see.
It's there, my friend...next to the bottle stashed under my desk.
Can't you just use the keyhole gadget? That's the way I've always done it.
Hi doug. I didn't know of that gadget at the time. however, I like to teach how to so people really understand how to do various tasks.
@@IDCWoodcraft it's all good, I enjoyed the video. I'd like to learn more about g-code.
Sorry, "Garrett"
No problem, my friend