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Shaper Speak
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Quick dives into all things Shaper Origin.
This channel is geared towards the novice user, but seasoned Origin users are welcome to pitch in their expertise.
Everything on this channel will be snippets of larger projects I'll be featuring on my main channel. All videos are intended to share nuanced perspectives about the Shaper.
Tips & tricks, successes, and failures will all be shared. The goal of this channel is to offer another resource for us Shaper owners to engage in purposeful conversation and learn from one another.
No fancy editing. No unnecessary cut scenes. Only pertinent information to get the most out of this machine.
This channel is geared towards the novice user, but seasoned Origin users are welcome to pitch in their expertise.
Everything on this channel will be snippets of larger projects I'll be featuring on my main channel. All videos are intended to share nuanced perspectives about the Shaper.
Tips & tricks, successes, and failures will all be shared. The goal of this channel is to offer another resource for us Shaper owners to engage in purposeful conversation and learn from one another.
No fancy editing. No unnecessary cut scenes. Only pertinent information to get the most out of this machine.
New Shaper Origin Single Line Fonts
Shaper Origin users, get ready to elevate your engraving game! This video dives into the exciting addition of single-line fonts to Shaper Studio. I'll show you what to expect using the stock 60 degree engraving bit, and share some initial thoughts on the engraving experience with these new fonts.
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Shaper Origin MUST Have Upgrades
Просмотров 9 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video, I'll share with you three simple upgrades to your Shaper Origin that will make removing the spindle so much easier, help you avoid pesky sawdust, and a bonus item for all those of you who share your work on social media. Best of all, EVERYTHING I recommend in this video tallies less than $60. uxcell M5 x 25mm Handle Adjustable Clamping Lever www.amazon.com/dp/B07KFSKGZ2?ref=ppx_y...
Essential Non-Shaper Origin Accessories - All Under $25
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Hey Origin owners, ready to take your projects to the next level? You got your fancy CNC router, but there's more to the story than just Shaper's official goodies. In this video, we're diving deep into the essential non-Shaper Origin accessories that will supercharge your workflow and unlock hidden creative potential. Forget spending a fortune on branded parts - we're talking about game-changin...
Shaper Origin Engraving: Stock 60° vs. 0.5mm Tapered Bit
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Choosing the right engraving bit for your Shaper Origin project can make a big difference in the outcome. Both the stock 60° bit and the popular 0.25mm tapered bit have their own strengths and weaknesses, so let's compare them side-by-side to help you decide which one is best for you. The 60° Engraving Bit: A Versatile Workhorse * Sharp and durable: tackles a variety of materials with ease, fro...
Router Speeds on Your Shaper Origin
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.7 месяцев назад
The Shaper Origin's power lies not just in its portability, but its precision. But nailing that perfect cut depends on one crucial factor: spindle speed. In this video, we dive deep into the world of RPMs and reveal how choosing the right speed can transform your projects and protect your Origin. Here's what you'll learn: Speed vs. Quality: Discover how different RPM settings impact chip remova...
Double-Sided Tape Showdown
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Calling all Shaper Origin enthusiasts and woodworkers! Double-sided tape is our unsung hero, keeping projects secure and cuts precise. But with a dizzying array of options, finding the best tape for your workflow can feel like navigating a sawdust-filled maze. Let's cut through the confusion and explore the ultimate tape showdown! What I'm Testing: 1. Holding Power 2. Residue, Tear, and Damage ...
Spiral Router Bits: Up v. Down v. Compression Explained!
Просмотров 7577 месяцев назад
Hey woodworkers! Choosing the right 1/8" spiral router bit can be a confusing task, especially with all the options out there. Upcut? Downcut? Two flutes or three? Fear not! This video dives into the world of these tiny workhorses, helping you understand what each type excels at. Upcut vs Downcut: Upcut: These bits spin their chips upwards, pulling them out of the cut. Great for general routing...
Shaper Origin Won't Like This
Просмотров 8 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Can you actually print your own tape? Spoiler alert..... YES you can. I'll put it to the test using browncowww.pythonanywhere.com/ and various methods to adhere the tape. But the REAL question: Can this DIY tape be permanent and reusable? I'll explore different techniques for making that printed line last, so you can greatly reduce the constant need for Shaper Tape. Join me as I unlock the secr...
Have you done any tests around the dimensional accuracy of the cut using this method? I would imagine that inconsistencies in scale might track ok, but could the resulting dimensions be off?
I tend to use plate a lot. I dont have much sawdust accumulating around the Origin with my Festool dust extractor, but I do get a lot of blow-back on me :( I've been adding painters tape around the top of the dust shield and found that helps quite a bit. eventually I expect I'll fab or print some more satisfying solution
Taping the finger guard is a nobrainer idea. Wonder why I haven't thought to do that? My CT36 just isn't keeping up with the chips. Perhaps its bit type + cut depth + material, etc etc, but since adding the little blower, I'm not having to manually clear chips and dust away from the cut surface as often
The laminated page looks like it's not sitting 100% flat. You would want to secure it down anyway or the slightest touch/breeze will move it and ruin your project. So what if you use painter's tape to secure and stretch it flat? The only other issue is: sometimes you cut through the tape as you cut the project. I guess the elmers glue stick option is best for that
I haphazardly placed double side tape through the middle of the laminated sheets, which left the edges able to be creased if you ran over them with the SO. Like you say, painters tape along the edges and problem solved
Would love to see more videos testing spiral bits vs straight bits vs 3 flute spirals vs “O-flute” bits (normally recommended for cutting acrylics and plastics)
No link to the sleeve?
Did anyone think to try matte finish laminate sheets?
I used what I had on hand. But if they're available, you now know knocking down the sheen works
Good video, Thank you for showing this. I don't use fonts much in my work yet but I'd like to add some. I also prefer Studio for my SO design work because it's simple and quick. I think it is too expensive for what it does, but I still paid again this year. For the cost, they should be offering more features but it is very convenient.
Totally agree about the cost of Studio, but I think it's getting better with every new roll out. I wish they had a free form "drawing" feature. But I'm sure that would be a nightmare from the coding side
The thing referred to at the start is a Bristol Lever. Widely available on Amazon
Great link. I will try for sure. Thanks for posting.
As with any adjustable speed router, the bit diameter and number of cutting edges (flutes) dictates the proper speed setting for the desired feed speed. If the speed is set too high and you feed (move) the router too slowly you get heat and burning. If the speed is set to low, you either have to feed very slowly or you bog down the motor and get poor cut quality.
Pls fix your audio levels. This video has to be played at much higher volumes just to be audible.
I really love all of these solutions and have used many of them myself, including generating a grid and etching it into vinyl with a laser, which was very accurate and incredibly durable. What I want to point out though, Shaper, Does… Not… Care... From the very beginning of testing the initial versions for creating our own fiducial marker solutions, which I was fortunate enough to be involved with, Shaper has NEVER ONCE tried to shut down conversation on the official forums where they were being discussed. That attitude also did not change when they were purchased by the parent company of Festool and Tanos. So I think we all need to pause a moment and appreciate that while they do not officially support their users efforts they have never actively opposed these efforts. I get the allure of click-bait titles, but we all need to be fair to a company that has supported our creativity and never tried to hamper us.
You're spot on with your criticism, but this whole YT thing requires a certain level of novelty to get noticed. As far as Shaper is concerned, they have reached out to me about certain things I've posted, and have been tremendously supportive. Finding creative solutions to workflow issues is a way for them to learn and develop, but more importantly see that their community loves their product. I frequently purchase from them, knowing full well I could find similar products at a lower price. I love the machine, love the company, and continue to support them with my dollars. Appreciate you chiming in
@@ShaperSpeak I absolutely understand the use of, let's call them, exciting titles to generate interest. I also genuinely admire that you're taking the time to make these videos. Unless someone has had to write, record and produce good quality videos they never truly understand how many hours can be spent to get several minutes of clear, concise and engaging content. In my experience it runs to hours of effort for every minute produced, so thanks for doing this and educating more people. The Shaper community in general is a incredibly positive, welcoming and helpful group.
Simple hair spray should also reduce the reflections...
For us bald guys, hair spray might be rare commodity in our homes/shops (hahahaha), but I think it would do the trick. Might dry quicker too
Great job explaining the new fonts. How small can you engrave single line letters? Thank you
Good question. The lettering in the video was approximately 5"x2". I'll use these fonts in an upcoming video on my main channel, which will be significantly smaller than these examples. When I finish that project, I'll link it to another video on this channel
Proper speeds and feeds are critical for any machining operation. The thing I find strange about woodworking is this information is not as easy to come by which leads to trial and error along with many subpar results until the proper combination is found. Good job on providing some improved insight but a more rigorous effort on the topic would be helpful.
You're absolutely spot on. Shaper does off some general guidelines, which is good for a starting point. Each bit is different, each species has different properties, and keeping track of it all is a job in and of itself. I don't claim to be an expert machinist at all, but I'll continue to share my experiences as they come up
I am starting to see how the shaper actually works in conjunction with the shaper tape. Correct me if I am wrong but, I'm guessing you don't have to be super accurate with your visual line tracing. This is the first time I've seen that the body of the shaper moves to compensate for any tracing inaccuracies, therefore producing the crisp lines. I've always seen the on board screen view and the finished product, I never realized the body shimmies and shakes also. I obviously haven't done much research on the shaper and am using your channel to slowly learn for it will be some time before I have the cash to own one of these bad boys.
You don't have to be accurate...just in the ballpark. Shaper autocorrects for you.
Precisely (so to speak). There's a circle on the screen that allows you to wander a mm or so away from the actual cut path, and Shaper will then compensate. If you syray too far outside of that circle, then Shaper auto retracts the bit
@@ShaperSpeak very cool tech.
Why not include links??
I can't include clickable links until Google gets off their butts and validates my account. Been trying for 3 months
Sheeeeeeeeeeeiiiiieeeeeiiiittt!
Seriously? It’s a 4mm Allen key, not a 10mm socket.
If you can be one thing, you should be efficient. >$8 solution to NOT have to fumble around to find a tool to do a thing, quite frankly SO should have included into their design....I call that a win
@@ShaperSpeak I use a magnet for the Allen key and wrench. Honestly, the Allen key is not that big a deal, certainly no more work than removing the motor from a Porter Cable 890 or Bosch 1617 to change the bit.
thanks so much. I have two spindles and appreciate the tip.
I'm slightly jealous. Do you find that you save a significant amount of time to justify the cost of the extra spindle, or are you just having it as a backup?
I rarely use SO with a single bit so yep, and your tip makes the swap out even quicker. Even though my experience tells me that the a failure will likely occur with the servos, I also see the extra spindle as insurance.
I was thinking about having some strips laminated and putting some thin double sided tape on the back, maybe imma try and let you guys know how it went
It works. Just knock down the sheen and you'll be good to go
Hi. Nice solution. Have you thought using mat lamination indtead of glossy one? Maybe it remove the need to coat the laminated domino's sheet?
If I could find them locally I most certainly would. I was just using what I had on hand to make it work
@@ShaperSpeak if you give me your adress I send you some
Curious when you say the Shaper dust collection isn't that good? What dust extractor are you using? Even with my shop vac (connected with the Shaper brand hose) I never had dust buildup in front of the tool. I would get dust coming back at me a bit under and around the sneeze guard, but never in front. I recently purchased a Festool CT MIDI and I have almost no dust at all. Not trying to be critical. I just am curious what causes dust in front or the tool.
I'm using a CT36 with a separator. My comment about collection is solely based on types of bit + type of material + depth of cut + direction of movement with the machine. That tiny port in the base can't always keep up with the volume of chips from larger diameter bits and deeper cuts. In my experience, unless you're moving the machine very slow to give extraction a chance, the turbulence from the bit spits dust and chips every which way. This past weekend that little blower made a world of difference while I was cutting MDF
Thanks for posting the video and the examples. For my purposes, a tapered bit is the way to go.
Absolutely. I just purchased a 90 degree engraving bit for some brass engravings, so perhaps I'll do a comparison and see how they turn out.
I also use the indoor/outdoor Duck tape. But, I mostly use the Shaper tape now because it doesn't gum up the router bits like the Duck tape does. Does the clear Duck tape gum up the router bits?
Great point. I was using an old piece of tempered hardboard as a sacrificial surface with the Duck indoor/outdoor tape and it left a ton of residue on the bit and on the inside edges of my cuts. Won't be doing that again. I used the clear Duck tape yesterday and had no residue. The only issue with the clear tape is you need to had a dead flat surface with some grit to it or it doesn't stick as well as the Shaper tape
Hey for all you shaper aficionados that have played with dominoes are they really specific on size, pattern etc?
When you generate a new sheet with the online generator from the video, you get a new random pattern. I used a slew of these sheets yesterday with no issues
@@ShaperSpeak gotcha what I was going to do is print an whole 165’ roll of vinyl with them. Essentially it’s 54” wide so I could probably print 165’ x probably 45 apportioninga little over an inch for each domino height if that makes sense.
The main reason to slow the speed down would be to slow the larger radius bits down. Equally the faster speed would be used for the smaller radius bits
I failed to mention that slower speeds are necessary for materials like nonferrous metals. But that's a topic for another day.
Wow, this is a great thing to know about~! I'm looking at the prospect of picking up a Shaper Origin. I don't yet have a CNC and the Shaper seems to offer much more flexibility for CNC operations. Space isn't a problem for me, but I do like the small footprint. Thanks for sharing this~!
You're very welcome. I think if you went with the Origin, you wouldn't be disappointed (but I'm biased so take that recommendation for what it is)
That tool you are looking for is always in your pocket.
Pocket, tucked into the back of my hat, the deepest darkest recesses of a my tools chests.......NEVER right where I need it
Definitely going to use this for more-or-less permanent fixtures
Precisely. I use this laminated tape on "production" jigs, and it has made a world of difference
I was about to ask about comparing upcut to down cut, as my instict says you want the chips to be pulled toward the tool for better extraction. Then i looked at your other videos and you may have already answered that point. So I'll check out the other video.
Sadly it's a bit more complicated than that. For simplicity sake, upcut v. downcut is more about the quality of the show face rather than specifically about extraction. in some situations the compacted dust can act as a clamp
Thanks!
Intertape 591 I believe is the same thing as the shaper brand tape. It is available online and what I have been using for quite some time. 2"x36 yard for about 26 bucks from amazon.
Good to know. I'm due for a restock, so I'll check it out
This is basically the same price as the Shaper tape.
yup, same stuff as golf club grip tape.
What makes you think it's the same?
Real good video. Wish I would have come upon you sooner. Well now I am fully subscribed so I will be annoying you in the future. Please keep doing these!!!
Bring it on!!! I'll be working on some new stuff in the coming weeks and months to hopefully shed some light on this fantastic machine
Try lifting your shaper off the table to scan, it's helped me scanning reflective finish overlays like laminate.
I've "accidentally" done that in the past, and you're spot on. For whatever reason it works
The outside edge of the 3/4 inch cutter runs 3 times faster than the quarter. Inch. That would be why it was so much smoother not because it was straight
An oversight in my explanation, but this is what the comment section is for. Appreciate you chiming in
The lever upgrade is cool, but I feel you should have mentioned that when doing a deeper carve or if the lever is down you can hit the dust shroud. I find that almost as annoying as the allen key. Shaper really should design something that works better.
Fair point, and I think we're all in agreement that the design should be changed. I'm usually never going much deeper than 1", but I've found that if I'm using a longer bit (which most of my deep cut bits are) the spindle never is fully maxed out due to limiting the amount of Z touch required.
I think I know the reason you kept getting a bad scan. When run through the laminator it leaves the laminated page quite wavy. I bet if you spray some of that low-tack adhesive on the back of the laminate it will keep it flat and therefore render a good scan.
I didn't think of that, but I did have a healthy amount of double side tape on those laminated sheets to keep them as flat as possible. Since using them, I have noticed that if the corners aren't properly taped, you do run the risk of raising a corner and having problems with cuts
Yes,, I have found that if there is any.. and I mean - ANY - tape movement, you will get a warning. If you have double sided tape at the 4 corners, that still leave the center portion to deflect up or down. I realize it does not seem like much.. but Origin will detect it. @@ShaperSpeak
There are SO many videos on here about this tool. THIS one is actually simple, to the point, and useful. Great recommendations. Thanks!
I appreciate that, and completely agree with the tendency to overcomplicate the mundane with this machine. I'm a simpler is better kinda guy, so I'll do my best to keep it that way
Can you please post a link to your tapered bit?
Not my intention to post affiliate links within the description, so I'll just copy in the link here. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FSZVL1D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s03?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thank You!
I was wondering how shaper would do with tapered bits as I was practicing some inlays this morning. Looks like they sell an 11 degree taper bit as well 👍
Hey how’s it going. Do you have the link to the spacer for the shaper screw?
After purchasing the lever, I simply brought it to my local hardware store and tested a series of couplers and sleeves. The spacer measures 1/4" inside diameter x 1/4" in length.
@@ShaperSpeak Gotcha. Thanks.
Greatly appreciate this methodical approach to double-sided tape (or equiv) options! The shaper tape looked great given the cost you showed of "$.026". That seemed too good to be true. And yes, it's a typo. I guess you meant $0.26/ft. Oops. Might want to point out that error in the description or somewhere. A couple of minor critiques, would have been great to include a simple table summarizing the properties and costs and pros and cons, though I know we as end users can to this. If that was too much to fit onscreen then include one in the video description. (I know, you don't; want to do that because some people won't watch the video...) Also, the previews of other videos offered at the end covered up some of the summary text. There's probably a simple way to dismiss those previews but I don't know how.
I hear, and appreciate the critiques. Mistakes will be made, but as long as you all catch them and offer up positive feedback, I'll make the adjustments after the fact. Not a perfect solution, but the best I can do.
Great comparison and I would liked to have seen a table at the end. I’ve been using Hippie Tape - no tear out but sometimes I need a crow bar to pull it off.
Could you add some links to all the products?
I placed the links in the description. Google has not verified my account, so I'm unable to make the links clickable. For now you can copy and paste. Best I can do.
@@ShaperSpeak I saw able to click it.
Def nice little upgrades for everyone in the shaper community.
Cheap and easy, just how me like it. Only took me 4 years to figure it out.
@@ShaperSpeak “if I only knew then, what I know now…”
Great tips!
Oh there's more. I've got 2 more things that Shaper should include in their "Gen 3" model.
Hell of a lot of good info here, especially for people who have no or little experience and/or those of us who are saving up for one!
You'll get there my friend, and when you do, you'll be leaps and bounds ahead of where I was when I first started
@@ShaperSpeak That will be all thanks to you and your channel!
Well look at this! Very cool!
Not a 100% guarantee that you'll never buy Shaper tape again, but these laminated strip sure do come in handy when you need them. Since recording this back in November, I don't think I've laid down tape since
Good catch. Blunder on my part
No problem thanks for the content.
Shapers come with upcut bits
IMO the Shaper tape is one of the best double-sided tapes available. It is also the most expensive. I've tried numerous two-inch tapes from Amazon and had success with pretty much all of them. I've been using The Good Stuff carpet tape. Is it as good as Shaper? No way. However, it is also $17 for 60 yards. So I just use a little more. No problems yet with shifting or adherence. I've also used Hippe Crafter. It's about the same as The Good Stuff IMO. And costs more at $14 for 40 yards. The best tape I found is MISSYOUNG. However, it is one-inch tape and not usable for a lot of Shaper projects.
Good information. Obviously, I can't test them all, but good to know there are other cost-effective options. I was focusing on tapes that are easily available (minus Shaper) and wouldn't require the added wait times/cost with shipping, but I'll give the tapes you mention a try down the road
I actually really like the Hippie Crafter tape. It's currently $16 for 90' on Amazon and ships same day to my location (that's $12 cheaper than Shaper's tape).