The only thumbs down for these videos are those people who will probably never purchase a CNC machine and/or call it cheating because we're using machines instead of hand carving it with a knife. Subscribed.
I'm thinking of getting a Nomad 3D and I ran across this video. This is the first one I watched and instantly subscribed. A well done video with all the info I need to compliment this purchase. Thank You and I can't wait to watch the rest.
Great job!!!! I’ve been using my ShapeOko XXL for more than 4 years and love all the 2D & 3D features that is available. I purchased the Vectric Desktop software and though it’s a entry level software for me just getting started and even now I’ve rarely wanted for more than what came with this software. One thing I wish folks would include is the name of the font they are using. There are hundreds of fonts and trying to find a nice V-Carve font is mind numbing. Hopefully your channel will spread and people will realize the important aspects of subscribing. Good luck
As I'm getting deeper into the hole of RUclips videos surrounding getting my first CNC machine, this is just what I needed to watch. Great breakdown of what items to consider, thanks for putting this together. I think Shapeoko is about to have a new customer ;)
Thank you, planning to purchase a Shapeoko XXL soon. I would love to see a video of you cutting a sign all the way from the planning stage, through each step of software, to the work hiding and cutting process.
It’s something I’m planning on. I need the right project to come along but I’d like to do a start to finish tutorial that includes any troubleshooting as well. Next video is on software and I have a few more carbide create tutorials planned after that. I may turn one of those into a full project video.
I bought my Shapeoko about 1 1/2 years ago - where were you? Great advise! Thing I regret, bought too many bits starting out. Buy the three you mentioned and buy good quality. Either from Carbide 3D or Whiteside. Also find someone in your community who sharpens the bits. Hard to find, seek them out. I cut mostly hardwood and you need sharp bits. Thing not covered. Check out your electrical supply, you need a clean circuit with good grounding. I had alot of ghost problems starting out and it was sharing a circuit with a freezer! Suckit Dust Boot is the way to go, my Shapeoko is in my shop office next to my desk, not problems. Thanks and Cheers
Thanks for the video. I could have guessed a lot of these things, but now I don't have to; and Im more informed from someone with experience. Unfortunately your request for other CnC'ers to comment what they wish they DIDN'T buy may go unanswered, because they're probably not watching this kind of stuff.
Indeed, the video has been popular but that question, which I'd hoped would spark some discussion to help people avoid some purchases, less so. I probably should have put it at the front of the video.
Yeah I’m working on rebranding, new video ideas including project videos, and want to try and cover some topics not already covered to death elsewhere.
I really appreciate this video. I have been looking at many Cnc machines. I really like the shapoko CNC. But I really want one that cuts metal. Not only soft metal either.
Don't spend a fortune on double-sided tape, use masking tape on the stock with a second matching piece on your wasteboard, then use superglue and an accelerator if you just can't wait for the glue to dry, this is much stronger and much much easier to remove upon completion of your carve.
I sort of have a video that goes over which software I'd recommend. I don't go into too many details though, that's a good idea for something I could go into more detail on.
Really loving your videos, I just wanted to let you know that your link to the digital caliper is incorrect. You have it as the same link as the tape. Please keep up the great work!!
Awesome video! Thank you for the info.. quick question, what about the bits that have a small cutter but still has the 1/4" shank? Can you buy those rather than the precision collet?
Yeah probably one of those topics I should cover, need to get my video equipment setup but thanks for the suggestion and I'll see if I can get something of quality put together
Obviously a little subjective but I’d say medium hobby. There’s a lot of acrylic/plastic/mdf engraving machines which I’d consider light duty, and it’s much better than those. I’d say for the price you’ll have trouble finding a better machine. If you want to drop $5000-10000 on a machine you’ll obviously have far more options.
Waaaay too much shopping on amazon. I can find any of those items cheaper elsewhere. Amazon is not the best deals and it's really irritating when people use amazon links so much.
Seriously, I am sick of people stating the obvious wit safety, you mentioned glasses, why not mention hearing protection or dont stick your fingers near the working cutter, do we need to wear safety boots or gloves so we dont get blisters?
This was a video on "what to BUY" not a safety video. At least mentioning it gets people thinking about it. And he definitely mentioned hearing protection, so obviously you weren't paying attention to more than one thing - Not Safe.
@@darkandus nice one, considering you are the one showing your maturity. You left your video open for opinion, I left you mine. Then you resort to childish insults, perhaps you should turn off comments, or get thicker skin and learn from it.
The only thumbs down for these videos are those people who will probably never purchase a CNC machine and/or call it cheating because we're using machines instead of hand carving it with a knife. Subscribed.
I'm thinking of getting a Nomad 3D and I ran across this video. This is the first one I watched and instantly subscribed. A well done video with all the info I need to compliment this purchase. Thank You and I can't wait to watch the rest.
This video is pure gold to beginner. Thank you!
A must have tool for me is a sharp chisel to remove the tabs from parts that I've profiled. It saves me so much time.
Great job!!!! I’ve been using my ShapeOko XXL for more than 4 years and love all the 2D & 3D features that is available. I purchased the Vectric Desktop software and though it’s a entry level software for me just getting started and even now I’ve rarely wanted for more than what came with this software. One thing I wish folks would include is the name of the font they are using. There are hundreds of fonts and trying to find a nice V-Carve font is mind numbing.
Hopefully your channel will spread and people will realize the important aspects of subscribing.
Good luck
As I'm getting deeper into the hole of RUclips videos surrounding getting my first CNC machine, this is just what I needed to watch. Great breakdown of what items to consider, thanks for putting this together. I think Shapeoko is about to have a new customer ;)
Very useful video. I just got a Shapeoko 3 and now I have a couple more items to purchase to round out the setup. Thank you very much!
Incredibly professional video. Thank you.
Thank you, planning to purchase a Shapeoko XXL soon. I would love to see a video of you cutting a sign all the way from the planning stage, through each step of software, to the work hiding and cutting process.
It’s something I’m planning on. I need the right project to come along but I’d like to do a start to finish tutorial that includes any troubleshooting as well. Next video is on software and I have a few more carbide create tutorials planned after that. I may turn one of those into a full project video.
i did on my channel. ruclips.net/video/pZGo8jfoOQU/видео.html
I bought my Shapeoko about 1 1/2 years ago - where were you? Great advise! Thing I regret, bought too many bits starting out. Buy the three you mentioned and buy good quality. Either from Carbide 3D or Whiteside. Also find someone in your community who sharpens the bits. Hard to find, seek them out. I cut mostly hardwood and you need sharp bits. Thing not covered. Check out your electrical supply, you need a clean circuit with good grounding. I had alot of ghost problems starting out and it was sharing a circuit with a freezer! Suckit Dust Boot is the way to go, my Shapeoko is in my shop office next to my desk, not problems. Thanks and Cheers
Thanks for the video. I could have guessed a lot of these things, but now I don't have to; and Im more informed from someone with experience. Unfortunately your request for other CnC'ers to comment what they wish they DIDN'T buy may go unanswered, because they're probably not watching this kind of stuff.
Indeed, the video has been popular but that question, which I'd hoped would spark some discussion to help people avoid some purchases, less so. I probably should have put it at the front of the video.
This is a fantastic video. I'm stunned you only have 600+ subscribers. Keep up the good work
Now up to 1.87k so it is growing!
Yeah I’m working on rebranding, new video ideas including project videos, and want to try and cover some topics not already covered to death elsewhere.
Please keep these videos coming, I just got my cnc the other day and starting to learn on it. Great videos and instruction.
Been busy lately but have more planned!
Glad to hear it. @@see-n-c6606
Excellent advice! I have an older Shapeoko II from Inventables I purchased in 2014. I think you covered the essentials for any new CNC user.
Thank you. I am just starting my shopping into purchasing my first CNC. I am strongly looking at the Shapeoko XXL. I just Subscribed.
I can't speak to other machines but the Shapeoko machine and community have both impressed me.
I really appreciate this video. I have been looking at many Cnc machines. I really like the shapoko CNC. But I really want one that cuts metal. Not only soft metal either.
Don't spend a fortune on double-sided tape, use masking tape on the stock with a second matching piece on your wasteboard, then use superglue and an accelerator if you just can't wait for the glue to dry, this is much stronger and much much easier to remove upon completion of your carve.
Thank You! This was SO helpful in determining what to order with my machine!
I bought a basic set of Freud bits from Amazon, very reasonable price.
Great video and very helpful. I have a shapeoko 3
thank you for your helpful tips. Looking forward to more videos..
Really appreciate this video! Thank you
Great information thanks for that
Great video! I just shared it on our FB page...
Much appreciated!
I’m crying here that music and the way you talk is so sad brings tears out of my ojitos
Thanks for the great video. Would love to see from you a video on the design software (VCarve Pro, etc.) with your thoughts on each. Thanks again.
I sort of have a video that goes over which software I'd recommend. I don't go into too many details though, that's a good idea for something I could go into more detail on.
Thanks! I may finally sit down and use mine before my son-in-law steals it from me!! LOL
better be glad I didnt marry her that thing would have been GONE! lol JK
I am thinking of getting a Shapeoko 3 but I am computer illiterate and afraid of doing the wrong thing, especially now that I am stuck at home
Really loving your videos, I just wanted to let you know that your link to the digital caliper is incorrect. You have it as the same link as the tape. Please keep up the great work!!
Ooh thanks, at one point I had to swap out each link and I’m sure it got messed up. Appreciate the feedback!
None yet still trying to decide but looking at shark HD Extended with laser
Just witch one in general
Still trying to decide witch one
Which Shapeoko or which hobby level CNC?
Awesome video! Thank you for the info.. quick question, what about the bits that have a small cutter but still has the 1/4" shank? Can you buy those rather than the precision collet?
Absolutely. They may cost slightly more in some cases but yes the collet only needs to match the shank.
Could you touch on hold downs?
Yeah probably one of those topics I should cover, need to get my video equipment setup but thanks for the suggestion and I'll see if I can get something of quality put together
Planning on purchase one of this. Is this cnc light duty, heavy or medium. Any complains about anything?
Obviously a little subjective but I’d say medium hobby. There’s a lot of acrylic/plastic/mdf engraving machines which I’d consider light duty, and it’s much better than those. I’d say for the price you’ll have trouble finding a better machine. If you want to drop $5000-10000 on a machine you’ll obviously have far more options.
*a trashcan that fits your shapeoko.* buy a stepcraft, for millions of reason. don't say i did not warn you (shapeoko owner here) .
If you have actual details your comment would be infinitely more useful for potential buyers.
Probably a new wife.!
Waaaay too much shopping on amazon. I can find any of those items cheaper elsewhere. Amazon is not the best deals and it's really irritating when people use amazon links so much.
Shapeopko= headaches ................get a onefinity
Seriously, I am sick of people stating the obvious wit safety, you mentioned glasses, why not mention hearing protection or dont stick your fingers near the working cutter, do we need to wear safety boots or gloves so we dont get blisters?
I’d actually recommend wearing safety boots on your hands for maximum protection.
This was a video on "what to BUY" not a safety video. At least mentioning it gets people thinking about it. And he definitely mentioned hearing protection, so obviously you weren't paying attention to more than one thing - Not Safe.
I switched off, the video was lame, even for a beginner.
@@nedgligich I could see why it would be lame to a child of your age.
@@darkandus nice one, considering you are the one showing your maturity.
You left your video open for opinion, I left you mine.
Then you resort to childish insults, perhaps you should turn off comments, or get thicker skin and learn from it.