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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 without the supervision of a trained and certified MakerFX member.
The use of the Forest CNC machine at MakerFX is limited to only those individuals who:
# Have attended a CNC Router Training
# Been certified to use the machine
# Take the necessary safety precautions such as wearing close toed shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection and no loose fitting clothing. 
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== [[CNC_Router_Training | CNC Router Training Overview]] ==

Click the title above or [[https://wiki.makerfx.org/CNC_Router_Training_%26_Certification click here to go to the page]] 

== [[Frequently Asked Questions | CNC Router FAQ]]  ==

Click the title above or [CNC Router FAQ]

== First Steps - Designing ==
=== Note ===

* MakerFX does not provide Bits or End Mills. It is recommended to purchase and use your own tooling. This allows you to select the exact tools to meet your needs.
* Certification is the process where a user is observed using the CNC Router to verify that they will not damage themselves, others, or the machinery. The process is designed for the student to show that preparation, clean up, and operation are understood. It is not possible to be certified without taking the in person MakerFX training.
* Training is basic instruction for creating a simple file, loading files, preparing the machine for use, and proper operation including cleanup.
* For additional information on using the Vectric VCarve Software, please see the [https://www.vectric.com Vectric Website]

=== Installing the Software ===
* After registering for a CNC Router training session, you will receive an email from Vetric. 
* Create your Vetric Account
* Download the Trial version of VCarve Pro. ''Note you will NOT download the Makerspace version''
* Log in to the software using your credentials created earlier
=== VCarve Basics===
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* [[CNC Terminology]]
* [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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VN4PyB-iIKE Example sign and toolpaths]
* [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://youtu.be/oqxhX52XBsE Resizing and Copying Objects]
=== Vectric Tutorials ===
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyqTdMUzTI8 Text Creation Guide]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-yyODQpYyc&t=1744s VCarve 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=8Aq0-cOdbbE Moulding Toolpath Guide]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zA5rh09POHA Dimensioning Quick Guide]
=== Project Ideas ===
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* [[CNC_Project_Ideas]]
=== Importing Designs===
* [https://youtu.be/klTtDbcixFA Importing CRV Files - VCarve Pro files]
* [https://youtu.be/GSkFb-5lXkg Importing STL Files]
* [https://youtu.be/J7NtKQ_XFEA Importing DXF Files]
* [https://youtu.be/J7NtKQ_XFEA Importing Bitmap Files]
=== Intermediate VCarve Pro ===
* [http://gadgets.vectric.com/library.html#Toolpath Gadget library - make designing easier]
* [https://youtu.be/QH6kkoDT3rM Basic Text Project]
=== Advanced VCarve Pro ===
* [https://youtu.be/Lq_RmGQ6MQM Intro to 3D Carving]
* [https://youtu.be/hXRp4igZU5s 3D Carving Workflow with Tool Change]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4VMo9DCzO8 V-Carve Inlay Technique]
* [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/CribbageBoardCribbage Board]
== Preparing for Machining - Toolpathing ==
=== 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]
===Router Bits (aka Endmills)===
Note: CNC Users must purchase and use their own tooling
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DD6T84jbXc YouTube: V Bits Explained]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9MmOxVlNwM Winston Moy: Compression Bits]
=== Kits ===
* [https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B019R26PQE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_t3CzBbZ5PKMQ0 Whiteside 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 - Square End ===
* [https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000K29T64/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_gZCzBbCQZHB43 Down Cut Spiral Bit (Whiteside RD2100)]
* [https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000K2BGNS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_4OCzBbK8B6JT5 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 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]
=== 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]
* [https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0012JCSJY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ep_dp_16CzBbASVYTSJWhiteside 1/4", V-Groove 60-Degree]
== Operating the CNC Router - Machining ==
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* [[Forest_CNC_Startup|Startup]]
* [https://youtu.be/vXbZVdH5exc?t=4093 Changing Bits]
* [https://wiki.makerfx.org/Forest_CNC_Set_Job_Home Set Job Home]
* [https://wiki.makerfx.org/Forest_CNC_Run_Job Run Job]
* [https://wiki.makerfx.org/Forest_CNC_Shutdown Shutdown]


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