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REMEMBER To Reserve Time!

Various tools such as the lasers, 3D Printers, and Forest CNC need to be reserved before using the tool. There is a link on each tool's wiki page, and in each tool's Slack channel to reserve time, or you can select the tool from the MakerFX PickTime page

Note: As of March 2025, we are implementing PickTime tool by tool - review the Slack channel for each tool for current status.

How to page for Reservations

General Policies for the CNC Zone

The use of the X-Carve CNC machine at MakerFX is limited to only those individuals who:

1. Have attended a training class
2. Been certified to use the machine
3. Take the necessary safety precautions such as wearing close toed shoes, safety glasses and snug fitting clothing.

This machine can be dangerous if used improperly resulting in serious bodily injury or damage to the machine. Minors are prohibited from using the X-Carve CNC without the supervision of a trained and certified MakerFX member.

Step 1: Design	Step 2: Create G-Code	Step 3: Operate the X-Carve
Beginners Start Here Install VCarve Pro for CNC design What is a vector? Job Setup Example sign and toolpaths? V-Carve Tutorial Intermediate Gadget library - make designing easier Intro to 3D Carving Advanced 3D Carving Workflow with Tool Change V-Carve Inlay Technique Project Ideas Projects Free Projects Files Inventables Forum		Bits Bits and End Mills for Beginners Operation X-Carve 1000mm CNC Router

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