Shop Expansion: Building a New CNC Machine

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  • Опубликовано: 4 май 2020
  • It's time for the T.Rex crew to assemble a new Shopbot CNC Router! These things are pretty easy and quick to build, and offer a whole lot of manufacturing capacity and consistency to our products.
    It can be hard to know how to grow your company in uncertain times, but powerful multi-purpose tools are always useful for building a stronger future.

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  • @archstanton664
    @archstanton664 4 года назад +82

    So in summary, "It appears to run on some form of electricity."

    • @birdmanblizzard3618
      @birdmanblizzard3618 4 года назад +11

      @@stevenrith2386 you obviously didn't get the reference then. Don't be an ass

  • @chenlmax
    @chenlmax 4 года назад +44

    Haha that look on Isaac's face after the electrician came.

    • @project86xero
      @project86xero 4 года назад +8

      It's the same look a lot of people at gun shops give you after they tell you it's not a stock it's a pistol brace.

  • @Narwhalicous
    @Narwhalicous 4 года назад +15

    As a mechanical engineering student with some exposure to CNC machines, this was dope to see.

    • @nickyashnyk4549
      @nickyashnyk4549 4 года назад +3

      Dude I know I'm a machinist but haven't done anything when it comes to machine set up and this was absolutely phenomenal to watch

  • @Jacknife765
    @Jacknife765 4 года назад +137

    I clicked on this faster then Lucas can reload. That’s fast..... really fast

  • @danielianello
    @danielianello 4 года назад +54

    I too hired a completely real and actual electrician to move an outlet in my house last month and made sure the city approved...

    • @connorsproles9239
      @connorsproles9239 3 года назад +2

      Dan ah yes, as every responsible property owner does......

  • @MrCakers
    @MrCakers 4 года назад +22

    I genuinely enjoy this type of content along with the normal. It showcases the ingenuity of growing as your base of customers do.

  • @geebeaux
    @geebeaux 4 года назад +1

    I have used that same exact electrician on many projects. You cannot beat his prices. He is also my gunsmith, mechanic, and barber.

    • @tophergauruder3647
      @tophergauruder3647 4 года назад

      And the nice thing is that he never tells you that you did it wrong

  • @nikanor8152
    @nikanor8152 4 года назад +24

    "completely real actual electrician"
    I have my doubts

  • @edwardteach451
    @edwardteach451 3 года назад

    I like this brother better. hes smarter, calmer and reserved.

  • @ryanr2n2yc
    @ryanr2n2yc 4 года назад +2

    Absolutely loved this. I just purchased my first cnc (HAAS VF3) and have been working my ass off to build my own business. We will pull ourselves out of this mess

  • @micromushroom40
    @micromushroom40 4 года назад

    I have an affinity for these guys and this shop. I worked in a very similar environment at Royalty Core truck grilles and headache racks. Lucas even reminds me of the old owner I worked with for 5 years. These guys are very intelligent and energetic I like their vibe a lot. Especially since I have branched out and started my own business 2 1/2 yrs ago. Luckily I made a business model that wasn't effected negatively by the virus but actually sold more and had more revenue like T-Rex has had during this time. Good work guys.

  • @peternorth1721
    @peternorth1721 4 года назад +16

    “Move it one thirty second.” Well....T-Rex Arms doesnt claim to be machinists lol

    • @micromushroom40
      @micromushroom40 4 года назад

      I would say a mix between fabricators and machinists that get the job done. If you have enough common sense and drive you can do anything no matter your background.

  • @hammerheartoutdoors9146
    @hammerheartoutdoors9146 4 года назад +4

    Im not going yo lie, i like Lucas’ videos, but his brothers videos are pretty cool and unique

  • @jonwebsterabbott
    @jonwebsterabbott 4 года назад +1

    Just picked up a sidecar for my G19. Awesome.

  • @hoorayimhelping3978
    @hoorayimhelping3978 4 года назад +1

    I'll never stop using miles, feet, and Fahrenheit day to day, but precision at the 1/32nd of an inch level is one of the few places where the metric system is way better than imperial.

    • @Specter044
      @Specter044 4 года назад +1

      hoorayimhelping Decimal inch works well

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад

      I agree... But decimal inches are good too. I should ask Shopbot to include a more precise tape measure with the kit.

  • @Nick-hm9rh
    @Nick-hm9rh 4 года назад

    Honestly theese are my favourite videos. You guys showing off what u do in the shop. And isaac being a fucking smart dude

  • @sahlomonic
    @sahlomonic 4 года назад

    Love vids like this. My day job is operating and programming CNC Laser cutters for flat steel. I learned a lot about the precision of the install process (especially leveling and squaring) when I helped out our last install in August. Gives new appreciation for the setup. Cable management is something I'm OCD about, and in my world makes a huge difference with a moving bridge/gantry system. Good stuff guys!

  • @TheEngineerShooter
    @TheEngineerShooter 4 года назад +1

    Love the technical background videos

  • @kyleduddleston4123
    @kyleduddleston4123 4 года назад +27

    The machinist part inside of me cringes when I see people making "precise measurements" with a tape measure. Lol

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад +17

      Yes, I know. I should have taped three yardsticks together, or sharpied some lines on a bit of string.

    • @kyleduddleston4123
      @kyleduddleston4123 4 года назад +5

      @@isaacbotkintrexI was more so thinking super gluing a bunch of 9x19mm rounds end to end as a measuring stick, since bullets are so exacting in dimensions. Lol I'm just giving you a hard time. I just have a stroke of OCD in me that loves to make things with impractical and unnecessary levels of precision. Lol I like playing with micrometers and calipers and such. Great video! Love what you guys are doing!

    • @mhsucio6830
      @mhsucio6830 4 года назад +2

      Kyle Duddleston me to lol it also makes me cringe when they buy a cheap CNC

    • @surfacegr1nder705
      @surfacegr1nder705 4 года назад

      Where is your precision level!?! I hAVe a TaPe mEasUre.

    • @HickLif3
      @HickLif3 4 года назад +3

      What else would you use for such a long dimension? The best way I have found is to just "burn an inch" (you measure at the 1 inch instead of the end) on the tape measure and use the same side of the tape for both measurements.

  • @calebm-r96
    @calebm-r96 4 года назад +1

    Good ‘ol shop bot, takes me back. Cool to see a familiar system in such a legit shop!

  • @M16xblowDRO
    @M16xblowDRO 4 года назад +1

    Good call on the economic impact that advanced production techniques will have during these times

  • @drizzypuffs523
    @drizzypuffs523 4 года назад

    I love your "we'll get it done right by any means necessary" work mind set lol

  • @radiatingfuture1007
    @radiatingfuture1007 4 года назад +1

    I make my own holsters. It was actually really easy. It is a great feeling to be able to save so much money at the same time have a few holsters for one gun.

  • @johndavidtackett
    @johndavidtackett 4 года назад +5

    Amazing vid and love the encouragement at the end, totally agree!!!!

  • @AaronWilhelm
    @AaronWilhelm 4 года назад +4

    I really like these behind the scenes videos. Keep em coming guys!

  • @DialedIn57
    @DialedIn57 4 года назад +2

    Awesome video guys. Thanks for sharing I learned a lot. I especially liked the end commentary about thinking ahead making things happen. Stay safe and healthy.

  • @tac4bravo
    @tac4bravo 4 года назад +1

    Isaac, you are the man!!!!

  • @TheJonGrubb
    @TheJonGrubb 4 года назад +1

    Take that wood presses and Easy Bake Ovens™ ... this is why T-Rex Arms is light years ahead of the competition.

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад +2

      Actually, pretty much the whole industry moved to CNC around the same time we did. It's been very neat to see.

  • @MrSnakepliskin
    @MrSnakepliskin 4 года назад +1

    Nice Piece of kit.

  • @YaHKaB_WaRYaL_YaSHaRaL
    @YaHKaB_WaRYaL_YaSHaRaL 4 года назад

    I'm about to go to Trade School this Fall, for Machine Tool Technology...thanks to
    Mr. Trump! ✊🏻
    I can't wait to learn them CNC's, lathes & presses! 🙌🏻

  • @mhsucio6830
    @mhsucio6830 4 года назад +4

    Lmao that’s the HI-Point of CNC machines. Finally something we get to critic you on.

    • @kyleduddleston4123
      @kyleduddleston4123 4 года назад +2

      This machine is nowhere near as embarrassing as a Hi-Point. 😂

  • @charlesmckinley29
    @charlesmckinley29 4 года назад +1

    Your message at the end got me to subscribe. It is time to innovate and work. The inflation coming from all the free money being thrown around will be huge without new products and services to spend it on. God's speed Sir!

  • @w34356
    @w34356 4 года назад +1

    funny how you buy a nice machine then you need tooling, clamping, fixture, new cabinets to store said tooling. then you are like why not have two machines. glad you hired a real electrician too. :) Ill be placing my new order soon just to help keep you guys going!

  • @dudenoone1712
    @dudenoone1712 4 года назад +1

    Electrician hooks it up 😉 gotcha

  • @lukeflaugher5334
    @lukeflaugher5334 4 года назад

    I believe you are a fairly important asset at T Rex Issac!! Good job on the CNC machine and awesome video

  • @internetexpert8153
    @internetexpert8153 4 года назад

    Love to see these guys expanding. As a Canadian range officer i carried every day with a trex holster. After these new Canadian laws i might be moving south

    • @HickLif3
      @HickLif3 4 года назад

      Don't flee, stand and fight for your rights.

  • @Nebula_Ultra
    @Nebula_Ultra 4 года назад

    Congratulations on being able to expand. Keep up the good work.

  • @christianbolt5761
    @christianbolt5761 4 года назад +2

    Bravo Zulu. Keeping America strong and proud! American made means American quality.

  • @mrmikesgunrack
    @mrmikesgunrack 4 года назад +1

    Looks a lot like my cnc plasma table.

  • @ayyray7868
    @ayyray7868 4 года назад +1

    I bought a holster last month and they quality is top notch

  • @Zzero409
    @Zzero409 4 года назад +2

    1:04 *gasps* see this is proof that trex speeds their videos up FINALLY now i dont have to be a keyboard warrior and can finally go to the range bettering myself without feeling insecure

  • @sheahargis7453
    @sheahargis7453 4 года назад

    Cable combs are absolutely worth the investment, or if you can 3D print your own it's even better. definitely helps with wire management.

  • @Ivan_Himself
    @Ivan_Himself 4 года назад +1

    Wow this looks super neat

  • @pvillaluna1
    @pvillaluna1 4 года назад

    This was like a really polite way of saying, prepare for full on financial collapse in an apocalyptic situation where we need to literally be our own production and form smaller local communities in an event of global breakdown

  • @lowellhouser7731
    @lowellhouser7731 4 года назад +1

    My machine is slightly smaller(48inx60in footprint), and made out several sheets of chipboard and lots of woodglue. Even the gantry. Even going to have improvised linear bearings and use a Makita wood router for a spindle(it has a speed control, oh boy). Finally possible to afford even this little bit because a lot of ducks have lined up in a row for me this year. And as pathetic as my situation sounds I'm thinking exactly like you on this. Have some ideas for things that I've never seen before, and I think that I'll finally be able to make them.

  • @SW0000A
    @SW0000A 4 года назад +1

    I love the encouraging words.

  • @stewbacca117
    @stewbacca117 4 года назад

    Nice vid. Kinda miss working on CNC machines and doing all the CAD/CAM jazz. ☺️

  • @joshuapowell1356
    @joshuapowell1356 4 года назад

    Always enjoy your content.

  • @brihellforge3569
    @brihellforge3569 4 года назад

    Leader of Hellforge Weapons Engineering & Defensive Squadron here. We utilize additive manufacturing in the firearms and weapon prototype Industries. We plan on working with you guys in the future! Incipiens Ad Finem

  • @bugenarpatrol1216
    @bugenarpatrol1216 4 года назад

    7:17 That smirk

  • @Phillip4six
    @Phillip4six 4 года назад

    Awesome, God bless y'all

  • @deejay0hh
    @deejay0hh 4 года назад +2

    Lucas just gained another brother

  • @roBLINDhood
    @roBLINDhood 4 года назад +3

    Reminds me of building the Breaking Bad Lab! 😂😂

  • @TuckerDale89
    @TuckerDale89 4 года назад +2

    Glad someone said it, the stimulus check is not free money since the saying goes there’s no such thing as a free lunch.

  • @brycediussam
    @brycediussam 4 года назад +2

    I really appreciate the transparency that you show us especially as a "small business" and I use that term Respectfully.

  • @foxman4489
    @foxman4489 4 года назад

    I saw the laser lighting on the tape measure. 😎

  • @Nick-hm9rh
    @Nick-hm9rh 4 года назад +8

    2:55 the 2 dudes in the background are like " who of us looks more like this Chipwood?"

  • @Jim5745
    @Jim5745 4 года назад +2

    The Bots are becoming self sustaining. Watch out Judgement Day is coming; they're going to build an army of T-800.
    LOL, Great seeing the company continue to expand.

  • @SNAGEMNTAG3M
    @SNAGEMNTAG3M 4 года назад

    That thing is cool 👌

  • @bignicky222
    @bignicky222 4 года назад

    i really like this type of content please do more

  • @bburg1776
    @bburg1776 4 года назад

    Cool new tool. Now please make more left handed holsters so I can own a gun other than glock!

  • @OGbrundle
    @OGbrundle 4 года назад +3

    So when is Lucas going hand to hand with Garand Thumb? THE PEOPLE WANT TO KNOW

  • @JohnBlaze505
    @JohnBlaze505 4 года назад

    Awesome video

  • @jorgeojeda7623
    @jorgeojeda7623 4 года назад +3

    they should expand their line of light compatible ragnaroks, its very limited and mostly for glock

    • @f308gtb1977
      @f308gtb1977 4 года назад +1

      Jorge Ojeda , I’m hoping🤞🏻. I have a fleet of various H&K’s and they make zero. ☹️
      I know they have blue guns for the Sidecars but I think they only CNC the Ragnaroks.

    • @guccitacticool6316
      @guccitacticool6316 4 года назад

      I agree I have a lot of gear from trex but shy on other weapons due to lack of aftermarket support meaning I have no problem spending 1k plus on a good pistol but refuse to unless there is holster war belt support

  • @ipworks99
    @ipworks99 4 года назад

    Very inspiring

  • @swolebro
    @swolebro 3 года назад

    Guys, one easy upgrade I'd recommend - some dust collection. Slap a boot on the end of the spindle, hook up a vacuum, and put a Thien baffle between A and B. It'll separate out all the chips and only the super-fine dust will get to the vacuum.
    I've already done the work designing 3D printable fittings for a couple of standard shop vacs. They're meant to fit on a 5gal bucket, which will obviously be too small for your production shop, but you can always put that above a trash can and knock the bottom out, or just take the idea and come up with something of your own.
    ruclips.net/video/Evu_HuDse4M/видео.html
    I was very, very close to buying a Shopbot last year at a liquidation auction. Unfortunately, there's only room for one CNC in my shop, and that's already occupied. Next time I move I'll get a better space.
    Thanks for all the videos you guys do. I find them super helpful and informative. Hope this suggestion repays a bit of that favor.

  • @project86xero
    @project86xero 4 года назад +1

    7:12 That's the same look a lot of people at gun shops give after they say it's not a stock it's a pistol brace.

  • @L330ne
    @L330ne 3 года назад

    I like these videos

  • @dougb8075
    @dougb8075 4 года назад +1

    Any plans to build safariland quality duty (level 2/3) holsters? It would be nice to see some competition for them.

  • @breadman32398
    @breadman32398 4 года назад +1

    What a coincidence, I'm putting in my deposit for a similar machine today. Luckily mine comes pre assembled.

  • @lorton190
    @lorton190 4 года назад

    i absolutly have a company i want to start, not making what you do but making a d20 set of dice with different patterns and the like, i just need some start up cash and right now i dont hav a job thanks to this so im living on my savings

  • @truthcam1
    @truthcam1 3 года назад

    very nice...

  • @xxxlonewolf49
    @xxxlonewolf49 4 года назад +1

    It's alive!

  • @DecentRecruit
    @DecentRecruit 4 года назад

    Will you guys be designing level 2 retention holsters someday?

  • @jadesluv
    @jadesluv 2 года назад

    T.Rex: Nice looking shop. What is the square footage of your shop? How is the temperature maintained, what heating method and A/C is implemented. I heard your new table uses 3 phase, this would be a problem for me unless I relocate.

  • @feraligatorade99
    @feraligatorade99 4 года назад +2

    In before y'all start manufacturing your own NVG's

  • @nishantmalana4636
    @nishantmalana4636 4 года назад

    total newbie at this sort of thing but how many bolts do they need to fasten?

  • @deadpan115
    @deadpan115 4 года назад

    I know you mentioned it’s cheaper than other CNCs what’s its accuracy compared to something like a Haas VF series? Love to see you guys grow,keep it up.

    • @jimmyc7269
      @jimmyc7269 4 года назад +2

      VF is more of a mill, for much higher accuracy and milling metals. This is a router with much bigger work area, but much less rigidity. ShopBot doesn't even say it can do aluminum, although it probably can.

  • @Ninjump
    @Ninjump 4 года назад

    Show this to people when they ask if Machining is just pushing a button, lol

  • @nikosmoukas2410
    @nikosmoukas2410 4 года назад

    Μπραβο ρε μαγκες καλες δουλειες

  • @SMITHZAC000
    @SMITHZAC000 4 года назад +1

    Do you guys have an ETA as to when my order might ship? I know COVID-19 has slowed down most companies but my order is just waiting on a Ragnarok holster for a G19 with the TLR7 flashlight.

  • @HickLif3
    @HickLif3 4 года назад +1

    I wonder if shop bot likes that you are using this for holster making, I have no idea how 2A that company is

  • @The_John_Galt
    @The_John_Galt 4 года назад +1

    SLM printer coming soon!!!

  • @googlesux1062
    @googlesux1062 4 года назад

    Those rollers on the gantry steel? Looks kinda sketch. Working good for you guys? Seeing much wear?

  • @chrisbeck5165
    @chrisbeck5165 4 года назад +2

    What kind of tolerances can this machine hold? And what kind of tolerances do you usually hold your kydex product regarding QC?

    • @mhsucio6830
      @mhsucio6830 4 года назад

      Chris Beck I bet they have no idea

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад

      If it's like the other three machines it will probably stray a few thousandths over the course of the day. That magnetic zero usually comes within 3 or 4 thousandths from our reference plate. I think that has more to do with the rack and gears than the sensor and brain.

    • @chrisbeck5165
      @chrisbeck5165 4 года назад

      Isaac Botkin thank you for the answer! Hopefully one day you guys are looking to bring on a few manufacturing/ mechanical engineers 😂 I’m always looking for ways Into the industry

  • @rnginu59
    @rnginu59 4 года назад +1

    I like cool, and this is cool.

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад +1

      Making robots that can make holsters is cool.

    • @rnginu59
      @rnginu59 4 года назад

      @@isaacbotkintrex Super cool. I run mine from you erry day. My holster that is, I don't have a fancy robot.

  • @Cruc1alz
    @Cruc1alz 4 года назад

    Make your own channel. I'll subscribe for more content like this. 👊

  • @iansimpson5366
    @iansimpson5366 4 года назад

    Shot stop shirt? Thought y’all were hesco boys?

  • @charlesfisher3983
    @charlesfisher3983 4 года назад

    *sees no issue with attaching wiring to the heat sink for the control box*

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад

      It's not really a very good heat sink. It's just fins spot welded to the back on the box. The wires aren't any hotter than they were in the box, and they aren't really impeding airflow.

  • @Thisthat1234
    @Thisthat1234 4 года назад +1

    Top notch fucking content. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Vacuousverities
    @Vacuousverities Год назад

    So just wondering you guys wouldn’t happen to be looking for a commercial and industrial electrician to work for T.Rex?

  • @aermotors
    @aermotors 3 года назад

    I somehow just realized you don't make a single holster for the Glock 21 and I am rage quit angry right now. I need a sidecar and a raptor and more. This is actually LOL time.

  • @mohawkdriver4155
    @mohawkdriver4155 4 года назад

    I'm always surprised at how many downvotes these videos get, clearly by gender-confused, man bun lovers who wear skinny leg jeans and Italian long-toe shoes.
    Good video, guys. Keep up the good work.

  • @alejandrolopez8847
    @alejandrolopez8847 4 года назад

    I am happy to greet you, I am from Mexico and I manufacture Kydex holsters but I want to buy a CNC and know what else I need to grow my company. I hope you can support me with some recommendations, thank you very much and I love what you do congratulations.

  • @andrescruz9448
    @andrescruz9448 4 года назад

    Is that like his dad or older brother?

  • @danclapper626
    @danclapper626 4 года назад +2

    I miss Lucas, get him in there to work.

    • @elephantcheeze
      @elephantcheeze 4 года назад +7

      he would end up using the CNC machines to act as moving target holders

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад +7

      @@elephantcheeze Do not give him ideas!

    • @elephantcheeze
      @elephantcheeze 4 года назад +5

      @@isaacbotkintrex "Lucas, it's called a SHOPbot, not a SHOTbot!"

  • @csorgatz
    @csorgatz 4 года назад +1

    Wish you would have spent a minute showing the cnc in action....

  • @ZZebra
    @ZZebra 4 года назад

    Ordered a few things from T.REX ARMS like one solid month ago. Never received it. I live in Switzerland and id hope it's due to export issues with COVID-19 otherwise i got scammed.

  • @thebardock6785
    @thebardock6785 4 года назад +1

    How much did that run you anyway? Im curious.

    • @isaacbotkintrex
      @isaacbotkintrex 4 года назад +1

      Watch all the way to the end.

    • @StevenL00
      @StevenL00 4 года назад +1

      9:46 you're welcome

    • @thebardock6785
      @thebardock6785 4 года назад

      @@StevenL00 ya thanks was watching it on my break and didn't get to finish and forgot

  • @austinb8145
    @austinb8145 4 года назад

    Wow that looks..... Complicated.