Great video, I've been looking at the Next Wave Laser for a while but wasn't sure it would work well on wood. I'm looking at the 7 watt laser but even with that all their demos show it working on very soft surfaces. It appears in your video even with the 2 watt laser it did a good job printing. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for the comment. Yes, "printing" on wood is a fairly accurate description of what I do mostly with my 2W laser. I actually find backing off the power to 1W and moving a little more slowly does a better job for most of my projects. If you end up getting the 2W laser and want some tips on settings etc, let me know.
@@FlashTraxFamily So nice of you to offer Tom. I ordered the 7 watt Laser it should be here Monday. I'm pretty sure it works the same as the 2 watt. Any tips you have on setting it up (such as TURN OFF THE ROUTER!!!!) would be helpful. I have the spindle router and I have never figured out how to turn it off other than unplugging it. My pendant and Ready2Create software are all able to automatically start and stop the router but I have not found anything that lets me turn it off. Anyone know how to do that?
Yes, I have a few more tips I can share. It could be laser-dependent, but I start with 1 watt (50% power for me), 12 to 15 inches per minute, and a stepover of 1/100 of an inch. As part of my laser project setup, I always unplug the router. There's also a switch on my router which I also turn off even though it is redundant. Also, I'm guessing that selecting the appropriate post-processor when setting up the laser toolpath should keep the router from turning on - but I have not verified this. If you're willing to share your email address here or somehow figure out how to contact me privately, we could take this offline and continue to share tips and tricks.
@@FlashTraxFamily I just saw that Vectric came out with a new Digital Laser Module for VCarve & Aspire. It's $46.00 and it adds some new tools "Laser Cut & Fill" and "Laser Picture" . This is a link to the Spindle TV video that does a tutorial on using the add-on software. I haven't watched the video yet just quickly went through it and from what I saw the guy did a good job. Here is the link if you are interested. ruclips.net/video/_jDH2w4lk_M/видео.html
Right, I think a lot of new CNC woodworkers make bit holders as one of their first projects. I think the heads-down approach and uniform shank protrusion length might be somewhat unique. Be prepared to make multiple versions or leave extra space as you collect more bits. Thanks for the feedback.
Tom, I just found your channel man! Great setup! What cnc do you use? Edit- never mind I just checked out your last video and saw you talking about it there! This "upside down way" to hold bits is a really good idea
Thanks for the feedback. I try to include the main tools and materials I use in the video description (not that anyone actually sees them, haha). Some of the router bits are pretty pointy and sharp ... that's the main reason for the upside-down approach. The engraver bit would especially do you in if you accidently reached across it and missed-low.
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Great video, I've been looking at the Next Wave Laser for a while but wasn't sure it would work well on wood. I'm looking at the 7 watt laser but even with that all their demos show it working on very soft surfaces. It appears in your video even with the 2 watt laser it did a good job printing. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for the comment. Yes, "printing" on wood is a fairly accurate description of what I do mostly with my 2W laser. I actually find backing off the power to 1W and moving a little more slowly does a better job for most of my projects. If you end up getting the 2W laser and want some tips on settings etc, let me know.
@@FlashTraxFamily So nice of you to offer Tom. I ordered the 7 watt Laser it should be here Monday. I'm pretty sure it works the same as the 2 watt. Any tips you have on setting it up (such as TURN OFF THE ROUTER!!!!) would be helpful. I have the spindle router and I have never figured out how to turn it off other than unplugging it. My pendant and Ready2Create software are all able to automatically start and stop the router but I have not found anything that lets me turn it off. Anyone know how to do that?
Yes, I have a few more tips I can share. It could be laser-dependent, but I start with 1 watt (50% power for me), 12 to 15 inches per minute, and a stepover of 1/100 of an inch. As part of my laser project setup, I always unplug the router. There's also a switch on my router which I also turn off even though it is redundant. Also, I'm guessing that selecting the appropriate post-processor when setting up the laser toolpath should keep the router from turning on - but I have not verified this. If you're willing to share your email address here or somehow figure out how to contact me privately, we could take this offline and continue to share tips and tricks.
@@FlashTraxFamily I just saw that Vectric came out with a new Digital Laser Module for VCarve & Aspire. It's $46.00 and it adds some new tools "Laser Cut & Fill" and "Laser Picture" . This is a link to the Spindle TV video that does a tutorial on using the add-on software. I haven't watched the video yet just quickly went through it and from what I saw the guy did a good job. Here is the link if you are interested. ruclips.net/video/_jDH2w4lk_M/видео.html
That’s a very well thought out organizer, well done! I am a newbie at cnc and might have to try something like that.
Right, I think a lot of new CNC woodworkers make bit holders as one of their first projects. I think the heads-down approach and uniform shank protrusion length might be somewhat unique. Be prepared to make multiple versions or leave extra space as you collect more bits. Thanks for the feedback.
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Tom, I just found your channel man! Great setup! What cnc do you use? Edit- never mind I just checked out your last video and saw you talking about it there! This "upside down way" to hold bits is a really good idea
Thanks for the feedback. I try to include the main tools and materials I use in the video description (not that anyone actually sees them, haha). Some of the router bits are pretty pointy and sharp ... that's the main reason for the upside-down approach. The engraver bit would especially do you in if you accidently reached across it and missed-low.
Wow.. cool bro.. keep up the fun work. nice👌😂👍
Thanks for the visit
this is really an artwork.!
Thanks.