Great job! When gluing up multi piece panels you should consider alternating the growth rings of each part. We sometimes refer to this as “smiles and frowns” and can be seen on the end grain of each piece of wood. Looking at the panel you show here it is clear you did not alternate the pieces. When the part takes on various amounts of moisture it will bow. If all of your parts are uniform in grain direction the bow will be significant. If you alternate the growth ring direction every other piece the individual part bow will cancel each other out keeping the panel flatter over time. I would guess this is a plain sawn cut board based on the face grain pattern. Plain sawn material from my experience tends to warp the most over time FYI. Thanks for posting the video....
Well done!!!!! Thanks for the mention! I noticed your clamping jig... very interesting. Great job with the pocketing around the lettering and the relief carving in the center... your finish gives it life!!!! Well done!
Oh man I feel special. Thanks for watching my video. That isn't actually a clamping jig. It's just my old wasteboard I use to keep the glue off the table. The clamps aren't attached. The plaque was a success, and thanks for having the 3D model I needed.
Ahhh you had me fooled with the clamping jig... or what I thought was a jig... :) Had me thinking! So glad to hear the plaque was a success!!! Keep it up!
I know a lot of people from Hughes. I was in region 6 my whole career. I just retired in August with 20 years. I enjoyed the work, but it was time to move on.
I know this is now an older video for you but wow, what an amazing bit of work! Have you done a tutorial video on setting up a 3d carve from the toolpaths side of things? Your videos are down to earth and great for us normal guys to actually learn something!
There isn’t much to show with vetric design. You get a grey scale 3D image. Import into vcarve And select the bits. Vcarve generates the tool paths and roughing, finish passes even automatically recommends bits based on your library.
Hi amazing work love it...I have just recently bought my first CNC ...I wish I can get to this stage at some point...keep up the good work...tuning to you all the way from South Africa
WOW!!! Skip to the end. Check out that finish. It looked so much better raw than stained, but you have to protect the wood. I love the mat finish of the raw wood after the milling. It looks AMAZING. The finish is awesome.
How long and how much for 18x18x1 FBI seal, slightly modified to say DIVISION OF INVESTIGATION instead of FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION on the bottom lettering of the seal. The large shops want way too much and five weeks to deliver. This was very impressive to see.
Still liking this! I'm still looking for someone to help me get this 18 inch seal, and have the file(s) with the exception of the tool path. I have 3DS, DXF, IGS, OBJ, or STL from a 3D Studio Max 2021 file that I modified recently.
Thanks. Got my answer. Is there a place that sells these 3D codes? Only difference in pro vs desktop I know of is the size you could cut. I will research more. Keep sharing videos. They are straight forward and inspiring
( 2:35 ) why o' why he used the hand planer while he is going to CNC the thing !? Wouldn't be easier and somewhat better to just run a surfacing bit !? Nevertheless this is a beautifully crafted work
Hello, i'm new to cnc, wanted to ask 1. what cad, cam and controller software did you use for this 3d carving with shapeoko and 2. If i get online stl file of 3d decorative carvings can i cut them with shapeoko, if yes what cam and controller should i consider ?
Out of curiosity, how do you get that rough to fine detail over multiple passes? Is this something you can do in vcarve pro? It looked like it was going a lot smaller so was there a tool change involved? All I have is carbide create and I don't think I can do this in that software.
In addition to not having a biscuit joiner, given the depth of cut for the letters, he would have had to have been awfully careful about where he placed the biscuits! I doubt an exposed biscuit would have improved the look of the plaque.
@@DKWalser They could have placed the biscuits in the lower section of the joinery. It just makes for a stronger edge to edge connection. It still turned out great!
Do we have to change some setting when we change bits while carving in wood, and can we change bits in mid of carving, if yes then what precautions we should take. reply as soon as possible.
The bits are changed when you run each toolpath. No settings other than the spindle/router RPM need to be changed, and that is only if it needs to be depending on the bit. You can't or shouldn't change bits in the middle of carving a single toolpath.
@@stufftokeepyouentertained2168 thanks for reply, There is a big confusion in my mind that - How to choose bits for carving, e.g. 0.5mm or 0.3mm etc, is any settings are there which tells cnc machine that which diameter of bits are used, Because area of carving in each movement depends upon diameter of bits, Which section of cnc deals with bits diameter, eg. CAD or CAM or Mach3 or any other. Thanks
@@FCADurgeshKumar The simplest way I know to answer this is like this. All settings and bit choices are made in your Design "CAD" program. All the CAM or control software ie: Mach3 Carbide motion does is send the code to the machine and zero out the machine when you tell it to. I am including a link to 3 videos I made that detail this process from beginning to end. th-cam.com/video/ayr-9W0lrL0/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/Gd2MjI1t2UY/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/Qygs8cCYQYg/w-d-xo.html Hopefully thisd help you out and answers your questions.
Gorgeous work. But why spend all that time planing and leveling a surface that you're getting ready to cut off? Just glue 'em together and go. Or am I missing something?
Love the videos!! My XXL is on the way. Do you have to use V-carve to do 3D cutouts? If I understand correctly, Carbide Create does 2.5d but not 3D. Still trying to learn all of this stuff.
Hi thank you so much for great video now I am really interested in this CNC machine but I'm going to be using insulation foam (styrofoam) material for example pink one which is available at any Home Depot in different thicknesses or blue, is this machine capable of doing 3D carving using insulation foam as a material instead of wood or aluminum or plastic did you ever try it or maybe somebody else can answer my question my interest is more in artistic design for example making Egyptian hieroglyphics cut in form which is very light material and painting using few different colors it looks amazing and it's very light in weight once again thanks for the video and I'm looking up for the answer if it's possible Sam
Yes, you can CNC mill foam for your Stargate build. You might have to experiment with different spindle speeds and feed rates depending on the density of the foam. They sell denser 250 weight extruded polystyrene for under heated concrete driveways. It's usually 2 or 2.5" thick as well.
@@s1krider855 I think you may be mistaken. With VCarve Pro it can do full 3d. It is not as in depth as Aspire, but it still does 3D. I simply bought and imported a model, made my toolpath's and it created the GCode for it. Unless I'm not understanding your question it's pretty easy with VCarve Pro. VCarve desktop may be another story, but I'm using pro.
for something small like this is not that necessary because you dont need to do much plaining to get it level. but if your new and rather do dowels to get a perfect line up you can its just a little bit of extra work but at the same time not really because you need to plain. i would definitely dowels would be easier for a beginner. but usually are used for tables etc.
The finished size was 15". The thickness was 1". This was done as a favor for my boss, so I didn't charge much. I basically just charged for materials, but if I were charging full price it would have to be at least $100, and I'm sure some people say that would still be too low.
Very nice job! It really came out great. I notice you run the blank off-cuts through your planer right behind the plaque blank. Does that help eliminate any potential snipe on the blank?
Have you experienced any calibration issues with your SO3? I have an issue where my parts in CC are coming out about 1/8” short, both along the x and y axis.
Don't feel bad it took me almost 8 months before I tried anything 3d. I have found with the 3d stuff the design and modeling is the part that is frustrating. This project was the first finished 3d cut I did for someone that wasn't just practice on scrap. Even with all the 3d capabilities of VCarve, and the machine I find that I use mine mostly for V Carving, and pocket carving 2.5d stuff. Not that I don't want to do 3d stuff I just find more of a profit to time ratio doing other things. People around my area don't like to pay you for your time. It's like they think everything should cost $20.00.
For the roughing I used a .125 flat 3 flute end mill. For the finish I used a .0313 tapered ball nose. I went a little overkill with the finish pass due to it being made from solid walnut. I wanted the finish to be 99% done with almost no sanding needed, and the result didn't disappoint.
What made you choose vcarve pro vs something like Fusion 360? I am thinking about getting a machine and vcare is expensive. Is it worth it? Thanks for your help in advance.
I picked it because it's ease of use, and features. It is a pretty easy program to learn even for someone who has no CAD experience. I do agree it's expensive, but it's worth it in my opinion. Fusion 360 was just way to complicated for my taste, and is for most people. If you don't have much to spend, and don't mind spending a lot of time learning then 360 may work for you. I tried a couple other little free programs like Carbide create, and Easel, just didn't like what they offered, very limited. They are free though, so it never hurts to try any of them. After you try them download a free trial of VCarve, and prepared to be amazed.
Hello @stufftokeep youentertained am interested in cnc routers...I want to do this on my own so please can you share your email please? I have questions
matt roberts they are just the bar clamps from harbor freight. I used 4 to clamp it up. The board underneath is just an old wasteboard repurposed to keep the glue off my bench.
Well.. My cousin did the state seal of OHIO on & Congressional podium .. $145,000.. No CNC. Try and find someone who does Federal Period furniture by hand ...
Right now with the router it is priced at $1630 on Carbide 3D's website. That does not include software and endmills. You are looking at a minimum of $2k to get started. That is using their software, and only buying a few essential endmills. If I had to recommend an amount of money to get into it comfortably I would say closer to $3000. That will be machine, software, endmills etc.
Well tell your dad I said congratulations. I've done 17 years so far, and have another 8 before I can retire. I got the model from the design and make website.
I’ll let him know.. it’s funny cause I was on that website earlier before you replied back .. But I did find the the project model thanks to you. Keep up the good work.
$1499 from Carbide 3D plus shipping. Here is a link. This is for the XL that I use in the video. It doesn't include end mills, bits, router, etc. You are looking at about $2000 comfortably to get started. shop.carbide3d.com/collections/machines/products/shapeoko-xl-kit?variant=42721938758
I haven’t seen anyone use cnc routers to carve designs in stone but with a bit made for stone and a low carving speed I don’t see why it would not be possible. Anyone has an opinion about using my cnc to carve stone?
I think the problem with doing stone will fall on the speed of the router. I say give it a whirl and see what happens. As long as you dont put too much pressure on the machine the worst case is you ruin a bit.
anthony annunziata .25 flat endmill and .0625 flat endmill for the letters. .125 flat endmill for 3d roughing and .0625 tapered ball conical for 3d finish pass. .125 flat endmill for cutout.
I didn’t even realize I needed one of those machines until I ran across your videos. That’s pretty work.
good job i'm from brazil and i came on this channel just to see the works of art
Great job! When gluing up multi piece panels you should consider alternating the growth rings of each part. We sometimes refer to this as “smiles and frowns” and can be seen on the end grain of each piece of wood. Looking at the panel you show here it is clear you did not alternate the pieces. When the part takes on various amounts of moisture it will bow. If all of your parts are uniform in grain direction the bow will be significant. If you alternate the growth ring direction every other piece the individual part bow will cancel each other out keeping the panel flatter over time. I would guess this is a plain sawn cut board based on the face grain pattern. Plain sawn material from my experience tends to warp the most over time FYI. Thanks for posting the video....
Well done!!!!! Thanks for the mention! I noticed your clamping jig... very interesting. Great job with the pocketing around the lettering and the relief carving in the center... your finish gives it life!!!! Well done!
Oh man I feel special. Thanks for watching my video. That isn't actually a clamping jig. It's just my old wasteboard I use to keep the glue off the table. The clamps aren't attached. The plaque was a success, and thanks for having the 3D model I needed.
Ahhh you had me fooled with the clamping jig... or what I thought was a jig... :) Had me thinking! So glad to hear the plaque was a success!!! Keep it up!
Beautiful seal. Now that looks like a real professional job.
That made my day. Thanks.
Very cool. Seems like a capable CNC.
Very impressive work!
Very nice carve.
The Seal really looks fantastic!!
Thanks
I love watching the CNC machine work, but would much rather watch the design process in the V carve software. any chance you have that footage?
TDCJ-ID. NICE. I was at DARRINGTON and HUGHES Units. Total 14.5 years. Loved the work.
I know a lot of people from Hughes. I was in region 6 my whole career. I just retired in August with 20 years. I enjoyed the work, but it was time to move on.
Bravo! Beau travail!
Cutting it close on that final pass. Would like to know how you processed the center section.
I know this is now an older video for you but wow, what an amazing bit of work! Have you done a tutorial video on setting up a 3d carve from the toolpaths side of things? Your videos are down to earth and great for us normal guys to actually learn something!
There isn’t much to show with vetric design. You get a grey scale 3D image. Import into vcarve And select the bits. Vcarve generates the tool paths and roughing, finish passes even automatically recommends bits based on your library.
Very nice work. Federates are perfect for walnut, no chipping or break away! Beautiful!
Really awesome job. Congratulations. Is it possible to share the vetric file?
Hi amazing work love it...I have just recently bought my first CNC ...I wish I can get to this stage at some point...keep up the good work...tuning to you all the way from South Africa
WOW!!! Skip to the end. Check out that finish. It looked so much better raw than stained, but you have to protect the wood. I love the mat finish of the raw wood after the milling. It looks AMAZING. The finish is awesome.
Also, what software did you use to design it?
How much time it takes to make this full piece? 😊
Another great video!
Thanks. I'm not a professional film maker by any means, but I enjoy making them.
That's some shop you have. All your tools brand new?
Nice Vid, what Endmill did you use 1/8DC ? Vbit ?
Beautiful work. What size is the tapered ballnose bit did you use and your speed, feed and depth of cut?
How long and how much for 18x18x1 FBI seal, slightly modified to say DIVISION OF INVESTIGATION instead of FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION on the bottom lettering of the seal. The large shops want way too much and five weeks to deliver. This was very impressive to see.
Still liking this! I'm still looking for someone to help me get this 18 inch seal, and have the file(s) with the exception of the tool path. I have 3DS, DXF, IGS, OBJ, or STL from a 3D Studio Max 2021 file that I modified recently.
Wow! This is fantastic.
why did you hand plane it and then machine plane?
Awesome stuff man, thanks for sharing!
Thanks. Got my answer. Is there a place that sells these 3D codes? Only difference in pro vs desktop I know of is the size you could cut. I will research more. Keep sharing videos. They are straight forward and inspiring
why do you plane it by hand and then by machine?
Without doing special tiling etc, what is the max dimension you could have made this sign on ur xl?
nice work
That looks crazy good
Nice..how much for this machine
what bit are you using for the star and the wreath?
Nice Job !!!!!
how much time the machine took to finish it
That's really nice!
Assume project. What router bits did you use?
I was wondering where are you located in Texas
Awesome job!!
Thanks for the compliment, and thanks for watching the video.
( 2:35 ) why o' why he used the hand planer while he is going to CNC the thing !? Wouldn't be easier and somewhat better to just run a surfacing bit !? Nevertheless this is a beautifully crafted work
Hello, i'm new to cnc, wanted to ask 1. what cad, cam and controller software did you use for this 3d carving with shapeoko and 2. If i get online stl file of 3d decorative carvings can i cut them with shapeoko, if yes what cam and controller should i consider ?
Out of curiosity, how do you get that rough to fine detail over multiple passes?
Is this something you can do in vcarve pro? It looked like it was going a lot smaller so was there a tool change involved?
All I have is carbide create and I don't think I can do this in that software.
Why didn't you biscuit join the edge to edge joint? Just curious...
I dont have a biscuit joiner.
@@stufftokeepyouentertained2168 ok Great work!!
In addition to not having a biscuit joiner, given the depth of cut for the letters, he would have had to have been awfully careful about where he placed the biscuits! I doubt an exposed biscuit would have improved the look of the plaque.
@@DKWalser probably not. In hind sight if I did this again I would not have gone as deep with the letters.
@@DKWalser They could have placed the biscuits in the lower section of the joinery. It just makes for a stronger edge to edge connection. It still turned out great!
How long did it take the machine to do it?
Did you use a ball nose bit or pencil bit on your final finish pass on the seal?
Ball conical.
Very cool,, nice job,,,
Why did you hand plane the glue up before putting it through the planer? Just curious
too wide for the planer.
That is awesome! How long did the entire CNC process take? I am just looking for a ballpark number. Thanks.
Do we have to change some setting when we change bits while carving in wood, and can we change bits in mid of carving, if yes then what precautions we should take. reply as soon as possible.
The bits are changed when you run each toolpath. No settings other than the spindle/router RPM need to be changed, and that is only if it needs to be depending on the bit. You can't or shouldn't change bits in the middle of carving a single toolpath.
@@stufftokeepyouentertained2168 thanks for reply,
There is a big confusion in my mind that -
How to choose bits for carving, e.g. 0.5mm or 0.3mm etc,
is any settings are there which tells cnc machine that which diameter of bits are used,
Because area of carving in each movement depends upon diameter of bits,
Which section of cnc deals with bits diameter, eg. CAD or CAM or Mach3 or any other.
Thanks
@@FCADurgeshKumar The simplest way I know to answer this is like this. All settings and bit choices are made in your Design "CAD" program. All the CAM or control software ie: Mach3 Carbide motion does is send the code to the machine and zero out the machine when you tell it to. I am including a link to 3 videos I made that detail this process from beginning to end.
th-cam.com/video/ayr-9W0lrL0/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/Gd2MjI1t2UY/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/Qygs8cCYQYg/w-d-xo.html
Hopefully thisd help you out and answers your questions.
@@stufftokeepyouentertained2168 thanks for your support.
Now my confusion is clear.
OK that is flippin cool!
Very nice!
Gorgeous work. But why spend all that time planing and leveling a surface that you're getting ready to cut off? Just glue 'em together and go. Or am I missing something?
No .. He is Full of crap .. Nobody commissioned him anything ... So he decides on what a government seal looks like ??? what a joke.
Is there a used machine of this kind? And what is its price? What's new?
Bad ass. Awesome bro.
WOW.......push sticks for the planer but not the table saw???!!!???!!!
Love the videos!! My XXL is on the way. Do you have to use V-carve to do 3D cutouts? If I understand correctly, Carbide Create does 2.5d but not 3D. Still trying to learn all of this stuff.
Wow!! Great job :-)
Hi thank you so much for great video now I am really interested in this CNC machine but I'm going to be using insulation foam (styrofoam) material for example pink one which is available at any Home Depot in different thicknesses or blue, is this machine capable of doing 3D carving using insulation foam as a material instead of wood or aluminum or plastic did you ever try it or maybe somebody else can answer my question my interest is more in artistic design for example making Egyptian hieroglyphics cut in form which is very light material and painting using few different colors it looks amazing and it's very light in weight once again thanks for the video and I'm looking up for the answer if it's possible
Sam
Yes, you can CNC mill foam for your Stargate build. You might have to experiment with different spindle speeds and feed rates depending on the density of the foam. They sell denser 250 weight extruded polystyrene for under heated concrete driveways. It's usually 2 or 2.5" thick as well.
It is a very nice. I really want this machine so where can I find?
How long for this carving?
How did you gcode middle part of seal that uses ball nose ??
In vcarve pro when you do 3d it has a roughing pass and a finish pass. I just used the flat endmill for rough and the ball conical for finish.
Big fan of your work. I understand how you you cut it, I was wondering how you actually created a 3D gcode. VCarve only has sample codes.
@@s1krider855 I think you may be mistaken. With VCarve Pro it can do full 3d. It is not as in depth as Aspire, but it still does 3D. I simply bought and imported a model, made my toolpath's and it created the GCode for it. Unless I'm not understanding your question it's pretty easy with VCarve Pro. VCarve desktop may be another story, but I'm using pro.
Did you use carbide create ?
Just wondering how you did the text in circle
Thanks
Everything was done in vcarve pro
Nice, what clamp system is that?
If you are referring to the ones on the machine I made them. The ones on the table for the glue up are just some from harbor freight
@@stufftokeepyouentertained2168 Looks great. Thank you.
Beautiful.
I’m just starting out, but I’m blown away by this stuff.
I’m curious, why didn’t you use dowels to join the pieces?
for something small like this is not that necessary because you dont need to do much plaining to get it level. but if your new and rather do dowels to get a perfect line up you can its just a little bit of extra work but at the same time not really because you need to plain. i would definitely dowels would be easier for a beginner. but usually are used for tables etc.
What was the finished size? What was the selling price? Do you figure it up as time and material?
The finished size was 15". The thickness was 1". This was done as a favor for my boss, so I didn't charge much. I basically just charged for materials, but if I were charging full price it would have to be at least $100, and I'm sure some people say that would still be too low.
Very nice job! It really came out great. I notice you run the blank off-cuts through your planer right behind the plaque blank. Does that help eliminate any potential snipe on the blank?
Paul B yes it does. That is exactly the reason I do it.
Thanks for the tip! I'd never considered that before.
Have you experienced any calibration issues with your SO3? I have an issue where my parts in CC are coming out about 1/8” short, both along the x and y axis.
D Gramsz I was surprised when I got mine set up and going it was spot on. Never had to adjust anything as far as calibration goes
Did you test your stepper count.
There are videos on here as to check to make sure you steppers are moving the correct amount
I love it! Man, you have encouraged me to try more with my machine! All my cuts to date have been 2-D cutouts... :(
Don't feel bad it took me almost 8 months before I tried anything 3d. I have found with the 3d stuff the design and modeling is the part that is frustrating. This project was the first finished 3d cut I did for someone that wasn't just practice on scrap. Even with all the 3d capabilities of VCarve, and the machine I find that I use mine mostly for V Carving, and pocket carving 2.5d stuff. Not that I don't want to do 3d stuff I just find more of a profit to time ratio doing other things. People around my area don't like to pay you for your time. It's like they think everything should cost $20.00.
stufftokeep youentertained with what program you desined this cind of things?
What end mills did you use for the center
For the roughing I used a .125 flat 3 flute end mill. For the finish I used a .0313 tapered ball nose. I went a little overkill with the finish pass due to it being made from solid walnut. I wanted the finish to be 99% done with almost no sanding needed, and the result didn't disappoint.
stufftokeep youentertained thanks man. I'm new to cnc and your channel has been a major help.
Can you share what bits you used on this?
amazing work! Just curious how many times you might change up the bit over the course of the cut start to finish?
I think if I remember correctly this project took 5 tool changes.
What made you choose vcarve pro vs something like Fusion 360? I am thinking about getting a machine and vcare is expensive. Is it worth it? Thanks for your help in advance.
I picked it because it's ease of use, and features. It is a pretty easy program to learn even for someone who has no CAD experience. I do agree it's expensive, but it's worth it in my opinion. Fusion 360 was just way to complicated for my taste, and is for most people. If you don't have much to spend, and don't mind spending a lot of time learning then 360 may work for you. I tried a couple other little free programs like Carbide create, and Easel, just didn't like what they offered, very limited. They are free though, so it never hurts to try any of them. After you try them download a free trial of VCarve, and prepared to be amazed.
Thank you sir. That is a big help. Your vids are great. Keep them coming.
Hello @stufftokeep youentertained am interested in cnc routers...I want to do this on my own so please can you share your email please? I have questions
Good video! Could you tell me the brand or model number of the clamps you used for the glue up? Been looking for a clamp setup like that.
matt roberts they are just the bar clamps from harbor freight. I used 4 to clamp it up. The board underneath is just an old wasteboard repurposed to keep the glue off my bench.
Out of curiousity why did you go through all of the trouble getting the wood level in the beginning instead of just facing it with the cnc?
David Christie so I had 1 flat surface to start with for the planer. The hand plane was quicker than using the CNC would have been
Well, you just got your 6,514th subscriber
I want to know what you have machines
Thanks
Now this is cool!
Fantastic from sardinya italy.
Здравствуйте а вы можете поделиться своей библиотекой моделями 2D 3D,
COOL! And how long to carved it?
In total about 8 hours
Cool. What would u charge for this ? Just wondering thx Danny
Well.. My cousin did the state seal of OHIO on & Congressional podium .. $145,000.. No CNC. Try and find someone who does Federal Period furniture by hand ...
how much would a machine like that go for?
Right now with the router it is priced at $1630 on Carbide 3D's website. That does not include software and endmills. You are looking at a minimum of $2k to get started. That is using their software, and only buying a few essential endmills. If I had to recommend an amount of money to get into it comfortably I would say closer to $3000. That will be machine, software, endmills etc.
damn that seems reasonable given the quality of the end product. would have expected much more Thanks, fantastic channel. glad i stopped by
Awesome work !!! what software do you use to design and generate the g code?
I did it using vcarve pro. The 3d model was purchased from design and make
Where can I find the Texas insignia 3D model? My dad retired from Texas corrections and would to make him something similar to this. Thanks in advance
Well tell your dad I said congratulations. I've done 17 years so far, and have another 8 before I can retire. I got the model from the design and make website.
I’ll let him know.. it’s funny cause I was on that website earlier before you replied back .. But I did find the the project model thanks to you. Keep up the good work.
How much is the price for the cnc machine and where can i get it
$1499 from Carbide 3D plus shipping. Here is a link. This is for the XL that I use in the video. It doesn't include end mills, bits, router, etc. You are looking at about $2000 comfortably to get started. shop.carbide3d.com/collections/machines/products/shapeoko-xl-kit?variant=42721938758
I haven’t seen anyone use cnc routers to carve designs in stone but with a bit made for stone and a low carving speed I don’t see why it would not be possible. Anyone has an opinion about using my cnc to carve stone?
I think the problem with doing stone will fall on the speed of the router. I say give it a whirl and see what happens. As long as you dont put too much pressure on the machine the worst case is you ruin a bit.
what kind of clamps are those?
If you are talking about the ones I used for the glue up they are from harbor freight. The ones on the machine are home made.
How long did this take to make on the CNC
Koday94 about 8 hours total
Great work
Very. Ice work!! Did you use vcarve on this? If so, what settings did you use? I’m just learning vcarve, thanks.
The actual carving part on the CNC took 8 hours?? Or just the whole project?
what bits did you use for this project?
anthony annunziata .25 flat endmill and .0625 flat endmill for the letters. .125 flat endmill for 3d roughing and .0625 tapered ball conical for 3d finish pass. .125 flat endmill for cutout.
How long did it take you to complete this seal? Beautiful work!
Roughly 8 hours. That's machine time. I did the whole thing over a weekend. Thanks.
Fantastis..
quais as fresas que vc usou?
Acho que não entendi a tradução, mas você perguntou qual morango eu usei?
Beautiful work! What size endmill did you you for the roughing pass? What size is it? 8x8x1"? Thx
Thanks. The roughing pass was done with a .125 endmill, and it is 12x12x1.
Sund title pelase?
Very cool. What bit did you use to clean up the image at the end? It did a great job.
a .0625 ball conical. 7% stepover.
did you have to load the file from Vectric Design into VCarve and then export it to Gcode to run on you Shapeoko? Nice work.
Yes the 3d model. The rest of it I designed myself and created the toolpath Gcode
You can make or buy a push stick, try that with your fingers.