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CNC Users must purchase and use their own tooling. Refer to step #3 below for an explanation of what tooling is required and links to recommended items. | CNC Users must purchase and use their own tooling. Refer to step #3 below for an explanation of what tooling is required and links to recommended items. | ||
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+ | [[CNC Terminology | '''CNC Terminology:''' View this page to learn key terms used when learning and working with the CNC router]] | ||
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− | === Step 1: | + | === Step 1: Designing === |
+ | Using VCarve Pro | ||
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''' | ''' | ||
− | + | === Step 2: Toolpathing === | |
− | === Step 2: | + | Preparing Design for Machining |
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− | === Step 3: | + | === Step 3: Machining === |
+ | Operating the CNC | ||
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− | === Step 4: | + | === Step 4: Finishing === |
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+ | == VCarve Pro for MFX Members == | ||
+ | *[[Downloading_and_installing_instructions_for_V-Carve_Makerspace_Edition|Install VCarve Pro (FREE)]] | ||
+ | *[[VCarveTutorial | MakerFX How-to: V-Carve Tutorial]] | ||
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+ | == Project Ideas == | ||
+ | [[CNC Project Ideas]] | ||
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== VCarve Pro Beginners Start Here == | == VCarve Pro Beginners Start Here == | ||
− | #[[ | + | #[[CNC Terminology]] |
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnJKh1obXXM What is a vector?] | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnJKh1obXXM What is a vector?] | ||
+ | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDlrx173pu0 2D vs 2.5D vs 3D Carving Explained] | ||
#[https://youtu.be/qnOmsJZMiTg VCarve Pro Job Setup] | #[https://youtu.be/qnOmsJZMiTg VCarve Pro Job Setup] | ||
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VN4PyB-iIKE Example sign and toolpaths?] | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VN4PyB-iIKE Example sign and toolpaths?] | ||
#[https://youtu.be/GA73IiT9QBE Bits and End Mills for Beginners] | #[https://youtu.be/GA73IiT9QBE Bits and End Mills for Beginners] | ||
#[https://inventables.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012849233-Carving-Bits-101-Bit-Basics Inventables: Bits 101] | #[https://inventables.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012849233-Carving-Bits-101-Bit-Basics Inventables: Bits 101] | ||
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#[https://youtu.be/oqxhX52XBsE Resizing and Copying Objects] | #[https://youtu.be/oqxhX52XBsE Resizing and Copying Objects] | ||
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#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inMuJcB2IuQ Pocket Toolpath Guide] | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inMuJcB2IuQ Pocket Toolpath Guide] | ||
#[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd3LxA5Ohbc Chamfer Toolpath Guide] | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nd3LxA5Ohbc Chamfer Toolpath Guide] | ||
+ | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Aq0-cOdbbE Moulding Toolpath Guide] | ||
+ | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zA5rh09POHA Dimensioning Quick Guide] | ||
== Importing Designs == | == Importing Designs == | ||
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#[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/in-the-labs/HeartShapedBox Heart Shaped Box] | #[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/in-the-labs/HeartShapedBox Heart Shaped Box] | ||
#[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/in-the-labs/CribbageBoard Cribbage Board] | #[https://www.vectric.com/vectric-community/free-projects/in-the-labs/CribbageBoard Cribbage Board] | ||
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− | + | == Feeds & Speeds == | |
− | == | + | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9bceJxpqG0 Winston Moy: Feeds & Speeds Overview] |
− | + | #[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hq8lmk4Zrgk&t=57s Winston Moy: MDF Feeds & Speeds] | |
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== Router Bits (aka Endmills) == | == Router Bits (aka Endmills) == | ||
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*[https://youtu.be/GA73IiT9QBE Bits and End Mills for Beginners] | *[https://youtu.be/GA73IiT9QBE Bits and End Mills for Beginners] | ||
*[https://inventables.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012849233-Carving-Bits-101-Bit-Basics Inventables: Bits 101] | *[https://inventables.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012849233-Carving-Bits-101-Bit-Basics Inventables: Bits 101] | ||
− | * | + | *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DD6T84jbXc YouTube: V Bits Explained] |
− | * | + | *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9MmOxVlNwM Winston Moy: Compression Bits] |
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+ | *Kits | ||
#[http://a.co/bb1fTfk Whitside 1/4", Router Bit Starter Kit, 5-piece] | #[http://a.co/bb1fTfk Whitside 1/4", Router Bit Starter Kit, 5-piece] | ||
− | #[ | + | #[https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07ZNHB4ZN/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_DVJ926F3TNGT2RCHJR5F?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Signmaking Letter Engraving Kit - 6 pcs] |
− | *Individual Bits | + | |
− | #[http://a.co/050XxRN | + | *Individual Bits - Square End |
− | #[http://a.co/bvmcMnu | + | #[http://a.co/050XxRN Down Cut Spiral Bit (Whiteside RD2100)] |
− | #[http://a.co/b4q4jct Whiteside 1/4", V-Groove 60-Degree | + | #[http://a.co/bvmcMnu Up Cut Spiral Bit (Whiteside RU2100)] |
+ | #[https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000K2EH1Q/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_qsHZFbE5S318S 1/4" Up/Down Compression (Whiteside UD2100)] | ||
+ | #[https://smile.amazon.com/SpeTool-Compression-Diameter-Engraving-Grinding/dp/B08R55969M/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=cnc+bit&qid=1639288299&sr=8-9 1/8" Up/Down Compression] | ||
+ | #[https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B083LCCQZ4/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_Y3N52QS5HMEA0JJ6FQ8P O Flute 1/8" Up Cut for Plastic or Acrylic] | ||
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+ | *Individual Bits - V-bits | ||
+ | #[https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000A804DA/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_3RA773DFWSSXH575JKAX Whiteside 1/4", V-Groove 90-Degree] | ||
+ | #[http://a.co/b4q4jct Whiteside 1/4", V-Groove 60-Degree] | ||
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+ | == Manuals / Endmills == | ||
+ | #[[Forest RMF CNC Router]] | ||
+ | #[https://youtu.be/ayr-9W0lrL0?t=4m YouTube: Endmills and Collets Explained] | ||
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+ | == CNC Operation == | ||
+ | #[[Forest_CNC_Startup | Startup]] | ||
+ | #[[Forest_CNC_Load_Unload_Bit | Changing Bits]] | ||
+ | #[[Forest_CNC_Set_Job_Home | Set Job Home]] | ||
+ | #[[Forest_CNC_Run_Job | Run Job]] | ||
+ | #[[Forest_CNC_Shutdown | Shutdown]] | ||
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+ | == Vinyl Mask == | ||
+ | #[https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07PVC8J43/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_AWNSETQ90XS0E6J6WMBH VViDiD Masking Film 12"x10ft] | ||
+ | #[https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07PXBZVBC/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_GB1B6MMQD888NRKESA30 VViDiD Masking Film 24"x30ft] | ||
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== Painting == | == Painting == | ||
+ | #[https://youtu.be/CeZSeyVvSnU How to use and apply a vinyl mask (Oramask)] | ||
#[https://youtu.be/3_eTo8G4-vk Painting using vinyl mask] | #[https://youtu.be/3_eTo8G4-vk Painting using vinyl mask] | ||
#[https://youtu.be/p3lY1N4XQwY Indian Motorcycle Sign] | #[https://youtu.be/p3lY1N4XQwY Indian Motorcycle Sign] |
Revision as of 23:20, 11 December 2021
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REMEMBER To Reserve Time!
Various tools such as the lasers (Epilog or Audrey), 3D Printers, and Forest CNC need to be reserved before using the tool. Review the Slack channel for the tool to reserve time.
- All 3D Printers (channel: mfx-3d-printing)
- Laser Epilog (channel: mfx-laser-epilog)
- Laser Audrey (channel: mfx-laser-audrey)
- Laser Boss 1630 aka Bruce (channel: mfx-laser-boss-1630)
- Forest CNC (channel: mfx-cnc)
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NOTICE!
This machine can be dangerous if used improperly resulting in serious bodily injury or damage to the machine. Minors are prohibited from using the Forest CNC or X-Carve CNC without the supervision of a trained and certified MakerFX member. The use of the Forest CNC and X-Carve CNC machines at MakerFX is limited to only those individuals who:
- Have attended a training class
- Been certified to use the machine
- Take the necessary safety precautions such as wearing close toed shoes, safety glasses and snug fitting clothing.
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NOTICE!
CNC Users must purchase and use their own tooling. Refer to step #3 below for an explanation of what tooling is required and links to recommended items.