Once upon a time I was educated as a graphic. Now as a retired, I might look into a CNC-machine like yours creating both signs and/or printing-forms like wood-carving. As a hobby. Regarding a shape like your sign, it would of course be a negative edition... you know all about it I guess. How to colour-separate the file, into several different solid colours for old time printing? What brand is your CNC and where to get (and other garment, like the hoover, software, table and more!) I would like to know all about it! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed the video! My machine is made by Carbide 3D and it is a Shapeoko 5 Pro with their 2.2 kw spindle kit. Regarding my sign, you would have to break up the tree into multiple "stamps" if you will, one for each color you intend on using. This is done in the design software where you just break up the tree image into different sections. I use Vectric software, specifically Aspire version. If you go to my channel there are lots of other videos showing the assembly of the machine and other cool projects I made. Enjoy!
Hi Pete, Wow! The sign turned out awesome! Sorry, I’m just getting to viewing your video I’ve been a bit been a bit busy. But I was looking forward to it. I wanted to take the time to really enjoy it without having to start and stop it. It seems for a first CNC project you’ve already mastered the process👊 I must admit it was mesmerizing, watching that machine work. Being a traditional woodworker, it’s something I never considered having in my shop but they do have their place. Great job!! it really turned out beautiful. I’m looking forward to the next one!! Make it a great day buddy!!😎
Thanks Walt! No worries it's been crazy at my shop also, I know the feeling. I'm glad you really liked it, I'm looking forward to making something 3 dimensional next time. I was also skeptical to how others would react to the machine/process as it's generally not considered woodworking. I think it can be really cool if mixed in with woodworking, like I was thinking of making some 3D sculpted drawer fronts for a console or something along those lines, either way it's really fun to learn and create with. Have a great week! 👍
I have just started researching CNC routers and came across your channel, great video, I like your pace and clear explanation. One question, what was the total machining time on this project.
Thanks so much! So for the sign I used Carbide Create which is the software from the company that made my machine and it wasn't working for me. I got through it but it doesn't work the same way as my brain thinks. This is generally the case for most design software as you have to try them before you buy and see if it works for you. I am currently using Vectric Aspire and I love it. They have different price levels but for what I plan on doing I needed Aspire. There are a ton of videos to watch and will tutor you making the learning process much easier.
Thanks so much! So for the sign I used Carbide Create which is the company that makes my machine (Carbide 3D) but going forward I am trying out Vectric Aspire. Carbide Create Pro does not let you design in 3D from scratch, you can only add things together to make a 3D object. Whereas in Vectric you have full ability to make whatever you want plus it has other features which I hope to use in the future like 4th axis rotary capability. It's expensive but worth it for me, I hope to buy it soon. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, coming up will be a 3D project which I can't wait to do!
Thanks! The project board can't be irregular , it has to be the same thickness or else the carving will come out inconsistent. But, you could put an irregular board in the machine and surface it flat first then run your design program using bitzero.
Nice video. I'm guessing by the number of subscribers that you are a fairly new channel. If I could offer a tiny bit of advice it would be watch your audio levels. The biggest mistake I see people make is having uneven audio, like the music and power tool noise was much, much louder than the talking audio. It kinda blasts you when you aren't expecting it. Not meant as criticism, but I watch a lot of videos, and little things like that really make a noticeable difference. Good luck with your channel.
Thanks, yes this was the first time using music and have since adjusted the audio but wasn't aware of the tool volume, thanks for the tip. I will check those levels for sure going forward.
Great looking sign. Wonderful work 🎉
Thanks so much!
Once upon a time I was educated as a graphic. Now as a retired, I might look into a CNC-machine like yours creating both signs and/or printing-forms like wood-carving. As a hobby. Regarding a shape like your sign, it would of course be a negative edition... you know all about it I guess. How to colour-separate the file, into several different solid colours for old time printing?
What brand is your CNC and where to get (and other garment, like the hoover, software, table and more!) I would like to know all about it! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed the video! My machine is made by Carbide 3D and it is a Shapeoko 5 Pro with their 2.2 kw spindle kit. Regarding my sign, you would have to break up the tree into multiple "stamps" if you will, one for each color you intend on using. This is done in the design software where you just break up the tree image into different sections. I use Vectric software, specifically Aspire version. If you go to my channel there are lots of other videos showing the assembly of the machine and other cool projects I made. Enjoy!
Hi Pete, Wow! The sign turned out awesome! Sorry, I’m just getting to viewing your video I’ve been a bit been a bit busy. But I was looking forward to it. I wanted to take the time to really enjoy it without having to start and stop it. It seems for a first CNC project you’ve already mastered the process👊 I must admit it was mesmerizing, watching that machine work. Being a traditional woodworker, it’s something I never considered having in my shop but they do have their place. Great job!! it really turned out beautiful. I’m looking forward to the next one!! Make it a great day buddy!!😎
Thanks Walt! No worries it's been crazy at my shop also, I know the feeling. I'm glad you really liked it, I'm looking forward to making something 3 dimensional next time. I was also skeptical to how others would react to the machine/process as it's generally not considered woodworking. I think it can be really cool if mixed in with woodworking, like I was thinking of making some 3D sculpted drawer fronts for a console or something along those lines, either way it's really fun to learn and create with. Have a great week! 👍
I have just started researching CNC routers and came across your channel, great video, I like your pace and clear explanation. One question, what was the total machining time on this project.
Thanks so much! That was a while ago but if I recall correctly, it was a little over an hour.
Amazing work! Is learning the software very complicated to learn?
Thanks so much! So for the sign I used Carbide Create which is the software from the company that made my machine and it wasn't working for me. I got through it but it doesn't work the same way as my brain thinks. This is generally the case for most design software as you have to try them before you buy and see if it works for you. I am currently using Vectric Aspire and I love it. They have different price levels but for what I plan on doing I needed Aspire. There are a ton of videos to watch and will tutor you making the learning process much easier.
@@StudioZ72.create Many thanks!!
That looks awesome
I'm just now starting my cnc adventure myself.
I have pro version of carveco but much prefer fusion. What Cad did you design with
Thanks so much! So for the sign I used Carbide Create which is the company that makes my machine (Carbide 3D) but going forward I am trying out Vectric Aspire. Carbide Create Pro does not let you design in 3D from scratch, you can only add things together to make a 3D object. Whereas in Vectric you have full ability to make whatever you want plus it has other features which I hope to use in the future like 4th axis rotary capability. It's expensive but worth it for me, I hope to buy it soon. I'm glad you enjoyed the video, coming up will be a 3D project which I can't wait to do!
Very nice. How would you establish bit zero if the project board was very irregular?
Thanks! The project board can't be irregular , it has to be the same thickness or else the carving will come out inconsistent. But, you could put an irregular board in the machine and surface it flat first then run your design program using bitzero.
Also, let's say you wanted to use a circular board, well you would first load a square board into the machine and let it cut the circle for you.
Nice video. I'm guessing by the number of subscribers that you are a fairly new channel. If I could offer a tiny bit of advice it would be watch your audio levels. The biggest mistake I see people make is having uneven audio, like the music and power tool noise was much, much louder than the talking audio. It kinda blasts you when you aren't expecting it. Not meant as criticism, but I watch a lot of videos, and little things like that really make a noticeable difference. Good luck with your channel.
Thanks, yes this was the first time using music and have since adjusted the audio but wasn't aware of the tool volume, thanks for the tip. I will check those levels for sure going forward.
Turned out great. Beautiful sign. On a side note, your music is quite loud compared to your voice :(
Thank you! Sorry about that, that was my first time using music, I'll work on it.