CNC Router Tips Podcast

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 26 In this episode we speak with Dave Gatton of GarageworxCNC.com about his adventures in Youtube, and how he built a Youtube following with CNC. Dave talks about his free CNC plans and paid machines kits plus his Free CNC Giveaway. http://cncroutertips.com/freecnc . Show notes: http://www.cncroutertips.com/26 WEBSITES MENTIONED Sidewinder CNC - http://cncsidewinder...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 25 In this episode we hear the second part of our talk with Joe Cantrill of JoesCNC.com. Joe started out giving away free plans to his CNC Router Table and then built a business and a community around them. Now we will hear about his latest projects and what he has planned for the future and take a glimpse at his latest machine. Show notes at http://cncroutertips.co...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 24 Joe Cantrill - He Gave Away free Plans And Gained So Much More. In this episode we talk with Joe Cantrill of JoesCNC.com. Joe started out giving away free plans to his CNC Router Table and then built a business and a community around them. Show Notes: http://www.cncroutertips.com/24 CNC Zone - http://cnczone.com Joe's CNC - http://joescnc.com Youtube - https://ww...

Top CNC Router Table Plans. In this episode we discuss Michael DeAllessio’s question, What are the Top CNC Router Table Plans. Here are some of the most popular CNC Router table plans currently available. Websites Mentioned http://joescnc.com http://www.cncsidewinder.com/ http://www.cncrouterparts.com http://solsylva.com/ http://mechmate.com/ http://cncroutertips.com/demo http://themakersguide.com...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 22 Four Things You Should know before you Buy a CNC Router. In this episode we discuss the four things you should know before buying a CNC Router. We discuss the basic subsystems of all CNC machines and how the work together to make what you want. We also discuss the three types of software needed to operate a CNC Router and more. Special shout out to all our listen...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 21 CNC ROUTER SAFETY TIPS. In this episode we discuss some basic safety considerations for new CNC Router Table Owners. Some basic safety equipment evry one should have in their shop. What materials can you safely cut and which one should you avoid? Websites Mentioned http://cncroutertips.com/demo http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8 http://themakersguide . http://cncr...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 20 HOW TO USE TOOLPATH TEMPLATES Question: Steve asks: I have a VCarve Pro question. I’ve created a design and I am happy with the carved results. Now I would like to mass produce them. Is it possible to nest a group of toolpaths or copy and move them as I would do with vectors to save time? Episode 20: https://cncroutertips.com/20 Websites Mentioned http://cncroute...

In this episode Chad asks: "I am new to VCarve Pro 8. I made a simple project with a few different elements and a different tool paths , but they all use the same bit. I’m wondering is there a way to save all the different tool paths as one file so that I can upload it to my controller just once instead of doing each one individually. http://cncroutertips.com/demo http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8...

In this episode we talk with Erick Royer of Stepcraft. US about how he raised $510,497 with a CNC Router Table in 30 days with Kickstarter. Erick launched a new version of his companies CNC Router Table on Kickstarter Crowdfunding website and successfully funded and produced the Stepcraft 2 Universal Desktop CNC Solution. This is part of a series of interviews with people who have created CNC Star...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 17 In this episode we talk with Curt Hammond talks about Rebuilding his life. Helping others to achieve their goals. Giving his help to others and how he received more than he gave. When hurricane Katrina destroyed everything he had Curt Hammond rebuilt his life using a CNC router table to start a sign business. This is part of a series of interviews with people who...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 16 In this episode we talk with Johanna & Brian Haack of the Wood Grain Gallery. Johanna and Brian Haack decided to build a CNC Business together someday….. When an injury brought someday sooner than expected, Brian and Johanna chose to bet on themselves and started a custom carving business with a CNC Router Table. This is part of a series of interviews with people...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 15 In this episode we talk with Lee Hanes Owner of Hanes Hot Rods. Lee Hanes was a Physical Therapist’s assistant when he suffered a career ending injury that left him unemployed and unemployable. We talk with Lee about how he is using a CNC Router table to build an income to help support his family. This is part of a series of interviews with people who have create...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 14 Question: Jeff asked: Quick question for those with a cnc, are you using it just for hobby or are you actually making money like a business? What things are popular for your business? Any feedback or info you would like to share would be much appreciated. I am trying to determine if I can actually make money at this. Thanks http://cncroutertips.com/demo http://sm...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 14 Question: Jeff asked: Quick question for those with a cnc, are you using it just for hobby or are you actually making money like a business? What things are popular for your business? Any feedback or info you would like to share would be much appreciated. I am trying to determine if I can actually make money at this. Thanks http://cncroutertips.com/demo http://sm...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 13 Question: Mark Slatem asks: Should I get a 2.2kw High Speed Spindle? I’m thinking of upgrading my spindle. I currently have a 400 watt spindle on a quite powerful DIY machine I’ve made. I’m thinking of getting one of these 2.2 kw Chinese made water cooled high speed spindles. I was wondering if you had some advice on that. Whether I should be going for a spindle...

CNC Router Tips Podcast episode 12 Question: Marlo Swedzinski Thank you Bill. I first located you with the “CNC Router Tips Podcast”. I am not really interested in verbally asking a question, I will either ramble on or I will stutter and stammer too much. Here is my thought or what I want to know. For us beginners can you do a software review of the differences between some of the starter software...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 11: How To Set Up Constant Velocity Mode in MACH3. Q: Bill, I got a question about setting your Mach3 acceleration and Velocity setting in Mach3. Should I use Constant Velocity? I also wondered if the A axis and the Y axis settings have to be exactly the same? Show Sponsor The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com Links mentioned International Podcast Day. #podcast...

CNCRT 10: Emmy award winning Videographer Sean Fairburn talks about building a business and family around CNC Router Tables. We discuss why it is important to share your adventures and trials with your kids and get them involved in every aspect of your project. http://gamingthrone.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/seanfairburn/gaming-throne-comfortable-collabor...

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 09: How To Set Up Your Stepper Motors The Right Way in MACH3. Q: Bill, I got a question about setting your Mach3 acceleration and Velocity setting in Mach3. I also wondered if the A axis and the Y axis settings have to be exactly the same? Links mentioned http://cncroutertips.com/ http://www.themakersguide.com/home/tutorials http://www.themakersguide.com/home/tutori...

CNC router tips podcast episode 08: How To Use an Xbox 360 Controller with MACH3. Q: I saw you using an Xbox controller in one of your video to operate their CNC. How did you do that? I know some people use it to jog the machine and execute g-codes. I need some help. Resources: http://cncroutertips.com/ http://www.cncroutertips.com/xbox360 http://amzn.to/1JJOCjy http://www.machsupport.com/wp-conte...

CNC router tips podcast episode 07: How To Make Two Sided CNC Projects That Actually Line Up. Q: Dylan asks: How do you make a two sided project that actually lines up? http://cncroutertips.com/ http://cncroutertips.com/resources http://themakersguide.com How we do it: We use Dowels aligned along the center line of the part. We drill two alignment holes along the vertical centerline of the part, o...

CNC router tips podcast episode 06: How To Add Draft To A 3D Part For Molding This is the CNC Router Tips podcast, a show which answers one question from you, the listener about cnc router tables, cnc software, hardware, web hosting and business. I'll help you get started in your CNC hobby or business and help you CUT THROUGH THE CONFUSION. Q: Dylan asks: How do you add a taper between two vectors...

In this episode Phil asks: How do use the Triple Edge Finder to set XY&Z. How would it benefit me? http://themakersguide.com How we used to do it. How we do it now. Top. Bottom Side If you would like to get a Triple Edge finder go to http://themakersguide.com Videos: Using tapered Bits- CNC Touch Off https://youtu.be/7W-d5fH9XrQ Using The Makers Guide Triple Edge Finder https://youtu.be/dhmfnea0vV...

Dan May asks: When cutting a pocket cut how do you get the second tool bit to start cutting at the same depth as the first tool left off without cutting air. Steps Create a new file Define the job setup (material size, datum, units). Create text Create vectors Adjust alignment Choose toolpath types to use. Create tool paths. Choose post processor Convert tool paths to Gcode Save the files. Cut the...

http://cncroutertips.com In this episode our listener John ask how to make CNC Signs in Vectric Cut2D software. This is a step by step description of the process.