▼EXPAND FOR TOOL LINKS and INFO▼ Watch Next = 5 CNC Projects that Sell - ruclips.net/video/CuRi2wfsbRI/видео.html Tools in this Video: Shapeoko 5 Pro - collabs.shop/xd9ye9 VFD Spindle Kit - collabs.shop/0v5jyg Shapeoko 4 XXL is the CNC - collabs.shop/ovn4dq Starter CNC Bit Kit - collabs.shop/ne4tmb 1/4-inch end mill - collabs.shop/0v5jyg 1/8-inch end mill - collabs.shop/qxtpon CNC Surfacing Bit - amzn.to/3OKGeZx 30 Degree V Bit - amzn.to/42bzbfw Caliper - amzn.to/43cyu6U Free CNC Training - my.carbide3d.com T-Shirt I'm Wearing bit.ly/3sJT5Cy Mallet Templates - www.731woodworks.com/store/mdf-mallet-template Router Bit Organizing Tray - www.731woodworks.com/store/router-bit-organizing-tray-walnut Baseball Catch All Tray - www.731woodworks.com/store/walnut-guitar-catch-all-tray-fender-telecaster-catch-tray-4ber9 Guitar Catch-All Tray - www.731woodworks.com/store/walnut-guitar-catch-all-tray-fender-telecaster-catch-tray 3 Pocket Catch All Tray - www.731woodworks.com/store/walnut-never-walk-alone-tray My Favorite Work Clothes - truewerk.pxf.io/GmbJjE Use code WOODWORKS10 to save 10% off your order for a LIMITED TIME ONLY. The full list of tools and supplies I recommend can be found on my website: www.731woodworks.com/recommended-tools Join the TUBAFOUR NATION through Patreon to get access to exclusive member only behind the scenes videos, member only livestreams, exclusive discounts, and other cool member only perks! www.patreon.com/731woodworks Check this video's description for links to any videos I discussed. If you use one of these Amazon and other affiliate links, I may receive a commission Some other useful links: Daily Tool Deals on my website: www.731woodworks.com/tool-deals Subscribe to our email Newsletter to get new content alerts, sales, and more! mailchi.mp/7e44c16eefdc/731-woodworks-email-newsletter Easy to Follow Build Plans - www.731woodworks.com/store Outlaw's Board Butter - So Good it Should be Outlawed: www.731woodworks.com/store/boardbutter
Speaking of their support, I don't even have a Shapeoko. I just use their carbide create pro. I had a question about it and I decided to call their support. Since I was at work I didn't have much time so I just hung up before they answered the phone. I was just going to try again later when I had more time and didn't think much of it. You know what! They called me back! Thats crazy dedication. I'm not even a customer (machine wise anyway) and even I can tell they have outstanding support.
I'm the hobbiest looking to earn some extra money. I'm retired and bored, and I don't want to work for anyone. These machines are calling my name as my wife wants to retire in the near future. I'm glad I came across your channel. Thank you.
Ball screws are definitely the way to go!! I researched for about a year before I bought mine and saw a lot of complaints about the maintenance of the belt driven machines. It can ruin a project if the belts get too loose, they’ll also stretch out over time. With the ball screws just blow them off, wipe them down, apply a little oil and your good to go.
I recently purchased the Shapeoko Pro XXL and have 0 regrets. Highly recommend. They also offer one-on-one training with the purchase, four 30-minute sessions iirc.
Boy, when I decide to get a second machine, I might have to save up for this one. I second the digital caliper recommendation - I got one a few weeks ago and it has helped me dial in my Z axis to a T!
Sorry, another comment.... The VFD is GREAT. I have it on my Shapeoko Pro. It's very quiet. My 9 year old daughter likes to watch it run. We can carry on a conversation and a normal level, standing next to it. It's pretty quiet.... If you don't want to cut into the waste board inserts, you can just put some MDF down and use that (that's what I do, so I'm not cutting into those inserts).... "But what can I mill with it?" you may ask. I regularly mill brass, aluminum, carbon fiber, rubber stamp material, engrave glass/stone/tile, foam, acrylic, cured epoxy resin, and just about every type of wood you would typically use. SO far, I haven't had details too fine that it couldn't mill it and make it look great (in my experience, it really depends on the material, not the machine).... If you are on the fence about getting one, go ahead and get it. You won't regret... As I said in my other comment, their support is excellent (and I am a manger for a customer/technical support team for an IT company, so support is important to me). I've lost stuff, I've broken stuff, and they have over-nighted a replacement (and some of it would have been pretty expensive) free of charge, no questions asked... It's a great product, and a great company... If you can't tell, I REALLY love my Shapeoko and Carbide 3D (yes, full fledged fan boy here).... I have no affiliation with Carbide 3D, other than being a loyal customer.
I’ve been a carbide 3D customer for 5 or 6 years. I have a Shapeoko 3 XXL, and a Shapeoko Pro. I have about every accessory they sell (the VFD spindle is excellent). They are a great company, with great products, and excellent service. They also have a channel where they showcase various projects…. The software that comes with it (carbide create and carbide motion) is really good. They have a free version and once you build your skills there is a pay version (of Carbide Create). They are easy to learn… Carbide Motion (the software that runs the Shapeoko) can even run on a 35$ raspberry pi (that’s what I use in my shop). So, no need to have a $1000 PC in your workshop sucking in the dust…. There is so much you can do with it. I’ve started to add epoxy resin into the mix, and that’s where it gets REALLY fun!
I am an amateur wood worker but professionally I am an Electrical Engineer so of course I designed and built my own CNC router, truth be told I enjoyed doing so much more then any pure wood project I have done. That being said, at just under $5,000.00 this machine is a pretty good deal, of coure I spent considerably less but it took a quite a while to design, source parts and build; no kits or pre baked plans for me. But in the end it is as capable if not more and I have some extra features like a pendent, touch screen monitors, axis current and voltage readouts, feedback steppers, and a tool changer that aren't available for this machine but the fit and finish is not quite as nice. Bottom line, if your objective is making simple wood parts via a CNC machine you would be hard pressed to do it for less with everything considered.
Ditto on Sweetwater, longtime customer. They’re my enabler for “sweets” 😉. Prusa is another company w fantastic support…and another enabler for “sweets” (Haribo gummies). Shapeoko has great customer service (like Prusa this is part of the “entry” price…but that service is there “forever”)…now if Shapeoko would be an enabler for “sweets”.
I've had my SO5 4x4 for a couple of months now and love it. I have a Carvewright, an X-carve, and a Shaper Origin as well but the SO5 is definitely the best.
I have been thinking of getting the 4x4 but your reasoning on why that is not really needed is a great point. I was wondering how I was going to fit a 4x4 in my garage.
Looking to get a CNC specific for custom home furniture. It will be my first. I want to avoid a table saw or track saw! I love the idea of a CNC table doing everything I need in one unit. Great video.
To protect the original bed, consider writing a program to clear out over the slots and add a couple of rows or even a square pattern of guide pin holes about 10 mm apart to register your oversized panel. Laminate/double sided tape another layer of MDF or HDF and you will be less likely to damage your machine. A few dowels and the workpiece will only need a few downward clamps. Use a fly cutter to flatten out the panel before and after you cut the slots but before you drill the rows of dowel holes. You will need to make some through holes in the scrap areas of the workpiece before the fun begins.
I have to say that the greatest info you included with your review (and they're was a lot of other good info also) was the link you included to the 'Greatest Free Gift I've Ever Received'👍Lord bless!
I have a love/hate relationship with Shapeoko. When the 4 came out, they said that it was the last 'major' design change they would make. They said belts were just fine. They said heavy duty wasn't necessary. They said they weren't interested in a factory spindle. So I bought a 4 XXL Pro. Less than a year later, they went back on everything they said and came out with the 5. Like a lot of other people, I would've waited for the better machine. I love my machine, but Carbide 3D did us 4 owners dirty.
There isn't even a difference between the 3 and the 4 except bigger belts. A lot of the late model shapeoko 3s came with the same z-plus. I bought my shapeoko 3 on clearance from matter hackers last November. I'm glad I did but I'm already thinking I'll sell it and upgrade but I'm probably going to go with onefinity elite foreman. It's more expensive but it comes with closed loop steppers and a masso controller. The masso is compatible with a 4th axis and ATC spindles for down the road upgrades.
Dude…you have to know that everything evolves *especially* any technology that is fairly new. You’ll be perpetually waiting if you are afraid that something better might be coming out.
Keeping the traditional hobby woodworker in mind that just enjoys working wood and learning the art, I find these machines take that away. Fine for larger money making pursuits but not for those that love the joy of creating things with their own two hands and a bunch of traditional, non computerized tools.
I find the CNC very enjoyable as a creator. And I am a cabinet maker for the last 20 yrs. People now a days don't appreciate the time it takes to do everything with hand tools. If someone is still hand cutting dovetails, they are losing money.
Missed opportunity to recommend installing all those screws with a drill by using the build in clutch feature. set that sucker to 8 and you'll be tight without a chance of stripping! save your wrist for other activities hahaha
Thanks, Matt. Your videos are always so well done! You make me want this CNC and I don't really need or have room for one, not to mention the cost. Now I have to justify to myself possibly getting one. 😘
The VFD is so nice! If you're like me and walk away from the machine for a bit, once it is done with the tooling, it automatically stops the spindle either at the end of the job or for a tool change. Not to mention it's more powerful and is much quieter.
Thatis a nice machine. I have a Shapeoko 3 XXL that I have been running for several years without any problems. Carbide 3D has always been responsive and helpful.
Howdy Mr. 731. Loved the video Sir. Ya know....Right after I wrote the above sentence, I changed my mind on what I was about to say.....which basically was about being able to have room/space for the CNC in a small shop.... BUT...... Then, like a slap in the face....I recalled seeing some other woodworkers in small shops and what they did. As you know. My shop is only 10' x 14' My shop bench is 30" x 46". Seems small, right? But keep in mind, I have my 30+ year old Dewalt tablesaw, Ridgid spindle sander. Router table. Bandsaw AND Drill Press along with lumber. All cramed into this shop. But I still manage to get things built. So, back to point. Where on earth would I put a CNC? Answer: under my shop bench. Right now, all that's under there is a bunch of scrap and a few tools I typically use frequently. Just tossed under and out of my way, no organization. Though I can't put a 2' x 4' cnc down there, I can put the smaller cnc down there and just have some industrial strength drawer slides to pull out the cnc like a flat drawer, add my piece to be carved. Slide back and I'd be good to go. Might be a bit cumbersome, but really, aren't I already, lol. Anyways. I just wanted to point out that just because one have limited space doesn't mean we can't have a cnc. Ya just gotta think outside the box. If there's a Will, there's a Way. 😊
Matt, thank you for the indepth review, I am a disabled vet with a small hobbyist work shop, I build lots of farm style tables and was wondering do you think this model / size would be a good fit for my shop and for what I do.. I was on the fence about this unit but after watching you visit to the factory and talking with the rep, I find this unit even more attractive vs its competitiors simply because of the support they offer as well as free 2 hour live training. I have never owned a CnC but want to learn and get started with this unit. Not looking to start a business with it, I want to stay retired lol just create some customization for my tables and other projects I work on, thanks for the review I will be placing my order very soon. V/r
I seldom now use an electric drill to put in screws, wood or machine. Instead I use a manual crank type hand drill with a keyless chuck (the kind with a drive wheel and a crank handle on one side, not a carpenter's brace). They only run about $20. All I have to do is put the required bit in and turn the crank to drive the screws in. I like using this because I can absolutely control the speed and force I apply to the crank. That lets me run the screw relatively quickly until it is just about all the way in and then slow down so I don't overdrive it. It might take a few seconds more, but then again I haven't sunk the head of the screw far below the surface because I got the drill running too hard and didn't back off on the trigger fast enough. Plus I pre drill and countersink most of the time and so in wood the screw goes in without a lot of effort. For jobs like this I bought a set of 20 Allen wrench bits from 1.5mm to 8mm metric and 5/64" to 5/16" imperial that only cost $10. It isn't likely that the hand drill will tighten the screws quite enough, and so you will likely need to use an actual Allen wrench to give the screws the last half turn. But that is far faster than using an Allen wrench to run the screws all the way in.
Great video. I think these types of machines are fantastic for those folks who want a "plug n play" option. The down side is that there's a lot of performance left on the table. The motion noise is from the stepper motors which can be eliminated with using a different type of motor. I'm glad to see these types of tools getting easier to acquire as i believe technology should be embraced. I worked many years with a Weeke 5x12 and also a Biesse Rover 5xis machine. Decided to build my own 4x4 for the house, and while it's performance and features eclipse those of the Shapeoko 5P, Onefinity, etc,...it still manages to come in at about half the monetary cost. But you pay for it with time to design, fabricate, and assemble the design. I used the extrusions and guides from Bulkman, which were a great value. I'm using a 220v water cooled spindle, and servo motors (X&Y), and they are silent. So for your NEXT upgrade, consider those items to help manufacturing productivity. I think you'll find value not only in the quiet operation (which is void of you're cutting noisy material) but also in the speeds you're able to cut with. Happy fabbing!
thank you for the "in-depth" video. When you say that the dust boot and other items "comes with the machine", is that because you add those items to your customization or because they come automatically?
Thanks so much for all of your content! Your channel has been a great help on my woodworking journey. My husband and I have been considering figuring out a way to get a S5. I’m trying to get my business going and it would be a huge benefit for what I’m going to be making. My neighbor has a different brand and I’m going to reach out to see if he could cut something on his if I created a file in Carbide Create. I’m not sure how compatible the different programs are. It’s all up to God. He has a way of making things work out in His time. I try to be patient because His timeline doesn’t always line up with mine. LOL Keep up the good work. ❤😊
Great review Matt and thanks for talking about the spindle. I wanted to mention, in all fairness, Sienci Labs the makers of the Longmill package their parts and components just as good, or maybe even better. They also label every package so you know exactly which part you need. It made things so much better!! Even the cables were labeled lol. I was so extremely impressed when I unpacked my machine. They went that extra mile, and those little things are what I love and appreciate. 👍👍 Thanks for posting this.
Been running through reviews and videos. Still on the fence of what to get for my shop. Thanks for putting this awesome video together Matt. Keep up the amazing work. 👽
Great video. I have a S5P 4x4. It is huge. Once I got it, jobs I had to tile on that machine magically popped up. :D The 2x4 is a really cool size that let's you use a tool chest if you want.
Good video! The only thing that makes me cautious about this machine is that one of the most important thing you seem to like is the e-stop. That’s kinda funny if you think about it. Why is the e-stop that important? Lol
Because if I mess up on the file and don't catch it before the machine is started, OR what happens to a lot of people, the clamps or double stick tape holding the stock down fails and moves, you need to stop the machine.
Very nice and thorough review. I know you were sent that by the manufacturer, but it seems to be a fair review with pros and cons. I'm very tempted to get this!! Thanks Matt.
I’m looking into learning how to run one of these, I do chainsaw and power tool carvings by hand, but I have 0 experience with cnc anything, so trying to figure out what to order, if anyone in the comments have any advice please let me know because wasn’t trying to spend more than 2k on a set up and this one’s a bit more, so any other good options would be greatly appreciated Ty and God Bless, love the plaque you made your wife btw, really nice
Matt, there is a way to avoid cutting into your spoilboard. When you program your file you say the starting point for Z (0) is the top of the wood. When you actually set your bit height you move the bit down to it just touches the table not the wood and input the DRO manually for the Z. So for example if your work file is programmed for 3/4" you input -.750 in the DRO when the bit is just touching the table top. This ensures that the bit will go no lower than -.750. It makes no difference in the inconsistencies of your martial. I hope this makes sense.
Love your videos and the review I've been thinking for dropping the hammer on one of these. Couldn't you have the ;machine cut out new replacement boards instead of ordering replacements?
Did everything you show on the cnc machine come with it in a standard package. Or did you add some options. If so what did you add. I really like your setup. Thanks and love your show. God Bless
Great videos man, I think I gonna take the plunge on this machine,can you tell me if it’s a big process to index a project on a full sheet of plywood? Thanks
Do they have a tool changing option? Can you tell us more about what type of files you can load into this machine? Can you use a SketchUp file for example, or do you need a program to generate the code from the 3D model file?
@731 Woodworks oh I'm sure I will. Are you still doing your consultations? I would love to do one with you and pick your brain on a few things. I've had my shop for about 8 months now and it's not going so good.
Thank you. One last question if you don't mind. On another of your videos I saw a red and silver jig that held a router motor for cutting domino type mortises? That has to be way cheaper than purchasing a Festool domino machine.l Why was that? Thanks again.@@731Woodworks
Thanks again for an excellent video. After looking at all the CNCs for weeks, I was sold on the Shapeoko 5 Pro 2 x 4. I've not purchased yet, but I will if I can convince my significant other. God Bless.
There is some learning to do but it's not overly complicated. You can download it and use it for free on their website now. Even take their free course at my.carbide3d.com that'll teach you a lot before investing in the machine.
Good morning Matt. Did you end up feeling the need to get the proximity switches for your unit. there's a little bit of controversy over these ... Needed or not. I understand they protect the machine from over travel. The Avid unit uses them to square the gantry, limit the Z-axis etc. but like 5 or 6 is needed.. Anyway just curious.. spend the extra or not. I know I can contact Carbide, but will they tell me the truth or just sell me on something I really don't need... lol Again Thank you sir!! you help and advice is very much appreciated..
Hi, I'm signing up from Italy, sorry if I make typing errors... I intend to change my home-built CNC and I'm evaluating a few models. Does Shapeoko allow the use of the 4th axis? Are there adapters for the plasma cutter? Thanks again and congratulations for your videos and creations, I'm just starting out and I'm doing it as a hobby even though I'm becoming quite passionate about it. HI
I have nothing against Carbide as a company, in fact, I have only heard good things. But I feel for the price, you can get far better. CNC4Newbies, Ratrig, both have machines which are far more rigid and capable for significantly less. I would love to include Openbuilds in the list, but as of now, they are starting to lag behind, although I expect sometime in the future, we will see something new from them. The Spindle/VFD they supply, is a little overpriced, and is made by the same factories that make the much cheaper ones (hell, they are all made in the same place and branded differently). As for me, I just built the Ratrig Stronghold Pro, uses much larger linear rails and ballscrews (25mm rails versus 15 for Carbide). actual work area is 1500mmx1500mm (5f by 5f), machine takes up 6 feet by 6 feet.. Cost me around $1500 less. They are very responsive to support requests (although they are based in Portugal so there is a time difference, but the US supplier was quick to ship a replacement part). You do however have to assemble it, and it weights in at around 350 pounds.. before adding the spoil board.. Spindle wise, the 80mm 2.2kw ones with VFD run about $300 to $400, and will support up to 1/2 bits in the ER20, versus the Carbide ER11 based spidle, which will max out at 1/4 bits (well technically .3125 inches). I find having 1/2 collets easier to share certain bits between the CNC and router table/hand router. But the biggest downfall is that you do have to build, wire and configure it yourself.. but it is not difficult, and there are detailed instructions. Not trying to poopoo Carbide or people buying their product, just bringing up things that could be of concern.
Ratrig 1500x1500 is only $1000 less, comes with no waste board, controller/software, wires, cables, power supply, drastically inferior customer support, and has feature gaps. It's a fine machine but it's not a competitor to a shapeoko - it's just in a different class for those wanting a partial diy build.
I have a question for you I am thinking of buying the Shapeoko 5 CNC but I am not sure what I want to put it on. I was thinking of a roll away tool chest like Harbor Freight General 52" possibly even a husky but I am not sure if they are stable enough and if I should consider just building one our buying one? (likely I will just build a solid table) but having 2x4 sitting on top of a rollaway would be very handy. I just would like your opinion and what you think and feel about that? Do you feel it would be stable enough when the machine was running and cutting? Exactly what I am going to do is put a piece of 3/4" Baltic Birch on top of the roll away, I will extend it slightly past the back and I will bolt a 1/3 on the back wall to give it extra support. That I feel should give it extra support that the machine will need while have it sit on top of the tool chest. I will be planning on screwing that down to the top of the box.
I watched this video for confirmation bias as I just got one myself. I 2nd everything said in this video, the most important being the support and the awesome humans at Carbide3D who take care of you. They're kind, knowledgeable (I'm a first time CNC owner, fwiw)
I appreciate your video. This machine is on my shortlist. Do you think this machine can withstand running 300 sheets of ½ inch baltic birch a year? 200-300 ipm is fast enough for me as I can perform other tasks while the machine is running in the background. Thanks again.
Until these are under a $1000 they're not for small wood shops. Small in my opinion is little to no revenue and I personally would love to have one for doing some unique things but between this cnc and a laser cutter/engraver, that's almost 10k gone.
@@manufacturedbeats clearly I do bc I said if it’s not under a $1000’i can’t afford one bc I’m not really selling stuff to buy tools. I want a laser cutter too and both laser and cnc can set me back $10k for both combined.
Both are great machines. You can save some $$ going with the 4. The 5 is a little more robust with some added features. But as a beginner starting out you may not need or care about them.
I noticed it looks like at some point you might've hit one of the metal t-joints with the router bit. Was that just a one-off mistake or is that something you could easily run the risk of doing? Wasn't sure how much the t-joints were recessed below the MDF. Enjoyed the video. Thanks.
I do not own a onefinity but they were on my list of a potential purchase. Liked what I was discovering about the machine. The masso(?) controller they use is not cheap. Around $1300 or more to replace and I am not sure how quick a person could get a replacement. Maybe the touchscreen controller is a tank but I stopped looking at the machine after I saw the replacement cost. I do not think you can run the onefinity from a pc but not %100 sure of that.
I am looking really hard at Shapeoko 4 as my first CNC due largely to your videos especially with Shapeoko Support. You are pointing out this one is doing a bang up job with your baseball tray and Ms 731 retirement plaque. Does that mean your old Shapeoko 4 would NOT do as good of job? I am space limited and somewhat budget limited so a 5 may be just out of reach. But if the 4 would not do as good of job maybe I don't want either. Help me understand. 😕
I've never used or researched those. I actually never heard of Longmill until a few weeks ago. I have heard great things about the Onefinity CNCs. When I started looking at getting a CNC for the channel, I reached out to a bunch of companies and Carbide 3D was the only one that said yes. Several I didn't hear back from, some said no. Carbide3D sent me the 4XXL to use for the channel and when I gave it away to the young man a few weeks ago, I got this as a replacement from them.
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I have 4 XXL, for two years. It's a blast, made tons of money. I cannot see myself to upgrade since this machine still performs 100%.
Speaking of their support, I don't even have a Shapeoko. I just use their carbide create pro.
I had a question about it and I decided to call their support. Since I was at work I didn't have much time so I just hung up before they answered the phone. I was just going to try again later when I had more time and didn't think much of it.
You know what!
They called me back! Thats crazy dedication.
I'm not even a customer (machine wise anyway) and even I can tell they have outstanding support.
I'm the hobbiest looking to earn some extra money. I'm retired and bored, and I don't want to work for anyone. These machines are calling my name as my wife wants to retire in the near future. I'm glad I came across your channel. Thank you.
Ball screws are definitely the way to go!! I researched for about a year before I bought mine and saw a lot of complaints about the maintenance of the belt driven machines. It can ruin a project if the belts get too loose, they’ll also stretch out over time. With the ball screws just blow them off, wipe them down, apply a little oil and your good to go.
I recently purchased the Shapeoko Pro XXL and have 0 regrets. Highly recommend. They also offer one-on-one training with the purchase, four 30-minute sessions iirc.
Ditto on all your comments!
Boy, when I decide to get a second machine, I might have to save up for this one. I second the digital caliper recommendation - I got one a few weeks ago and it has helped me dial in my Z axis to a T!
Sorry, another comment.... The VFD is GREAT. I have it on my Shapeoko Pro. It's very quiet. My 9 year old daughter likes to watch it run. We can carry on a conversation and a normal level, standing next to it. It's pretty quiet.... If you don't want to cut into the waste board inserts, you can just put some MDF down and use that (that's what I do, so I'm not cutting into those inserts).... "But what can I mill with it?" you may ask. I regularly mill brass, aluminum, carbon fiber, rubber stamp material, engrave glass/stone/tile, foam, acrylic, cured epoxy resin, and just about every type of wood you would typically use. SO far, I haven't had details too fine that it couldn't mill it and make it look great (in my experience, it really depends on the material, not the machine).... If you are on the fence about getting one, go ahead and get it. You won't regret... As I said in my other comment, their support is excellent (and I am a manger for a customer/technical support team for an IT company, so support is important to me). I've lost stuff, I've broken stuff, and they have over-nighted a replacement (and some of it would have been pretty expensive) free of charge, no questions asked... It's a great product, and a great company... If you can't tell, I REALLY love my Shapeoko and Carbide 3D (yes, full fledged fan boy here).... I have no affiliation with Carbide 3D, other than being a loyal customer.
I’ve been a carbide 3D customer for 5 or 6 years. I have a Shapeoko 3 XXL, and a Shapeoko Pro. I have about every accessory they sell (the VFD spindle is excellent). They are a great company, with great products, and excellent service. They also have a channel where they showcase various projects…. The software that comes with it (carbide create and carbide motion) is really good. They have a free version and once you build your skills there is a pay version (of Carbide Create). They are easy to learn… Carbide Motion (the software that runs the Shapeoko) can even run on a 35$ raspberry pi (that’s what I use in my shop). So, no need to have a $1000 PC in your workshop sucking in the dust…. There is so much you can do with it. I’ve started to add epoxy resin into the mix, and that’s where it gets REALLY fun!
I am an amateur wood worker but professionally I am an Electrical Engineer so of course I designed and built my own CNC router, truth be told I enjoyed doing so much more then any pure wood project I have done. That being said, at just under $5,000.00 this machine is a pretty good deal, of coure I spent considerably less but it took a quite a while to design, source parts and build; no kits or pre baked plans for me. But in the end it is as capable if not more and I have some extra features like a pendent, touch screen monitors, axis current and voltage readouts, feedback steppers, and a tool changer that aren't available for this machine but the fit and finish is not quite as nice. Bottom line, if your objective is making simple wood parts via a CNC machine you would be hard pressed to do it for less with everything considered.
Yes, I am enjoying my journey from the 3018 to my 100100 and have learnt so much on the way.
Not about machine or video but rather the Sweetwater sticker. Good choice, love their customer service. If only every company was like them...
Ditto on Sweetwater, longtime customer. They’re my enabler for “sweets” 😉. Prusa is another company w fantastic support…and another enabler for “sweets” (Haribo gummies). Shapeoko has great customer service (like Prusa this is part of the “entry” price…but that service is there “forever”)…now if Shapeoko would be an enabler for “sweets”.
First video in my quest for a cnc machine. Great review and video, well done. Thank you.
I've had my SO5 4x4 for a couple of months now and love it. I have a Carvewright, an X-carve, and a Shaper Origin as well but the SO5 is definitely the best.
Very nice!
I have been thinking of getting the 4x4 but your reasoning on why that is not really needed is a great point. I was wondering how I was going to fit a 4x4 in my garage.
@731Woodworks
Just a suggestion…
You have a CNC.
Create a file to make new waste boards with the machine itself.
Excellent content. Well done.
Looking to get a CNC specific for custom home furniture. It will be my first. I want to avoid a table saw or track saw! I love the idea of a CNC table doing everything I need in one unit. Great video.
To protect the original bed, consider writing a program to clear out over the slots and add a couple of rows or even a square pattern of guide pin holes about 10 mm apart to register your oversized panel. Laminate/double sided tape another layer of MDF or HDF and you will be less likely to damage your machine. A few dowels and the workpiece will only need a few downward clamps. Use a fly cutter to flatten out the panel before and after you cut the slots but before you drill the rows of dowel holes. You will need to make some through holes in the scrap areas of the workpiece before the fun begins.
I have to say that the greatest info you included with your review (and they're was a lot of other good info also) was the link you included to the 'Greatest Free Gift I've Ever Received'👍Lord bless!
A free machine? Easy to like it.
true
I have a love/hate relationship with Shapeoko. When the 4 came out, they said that it was the last 'major' design change they would make. They said belts were just fine. They said heavy duty wasn't necessary. They said they weren't interested in a factory spindle. So I bought a 4 XXL Pro. Less than a year later, they went back on everything they said and came out with the 5. Like a lot of other people, I would've waited for the better machine. I love my machine, but Carbide 3D did us 4 owners dirty.
You know companies, they want more money.
They improved on the design to keep up with the competition which had linear rails on all axis.
There isn't even a difference between the 3 and the 4 except bigger belts. A lot of the late model shapeoko 3s came with the same z-plus. I bought my shapeoko 3 on clearance from matter hackers last November. I'm glad I did but I'm already thinking I'll sell it and upgrade but I'm probably going to go with onefinity elite foreman. It's more expensive but it comes with closed loop steppers and a masso controller. The masso is compatible with a 4th axis and ATC spindles for down the road upgrades.
Dude…you have to know that everything evolves *especially* any technology that is fairly new. You’ll be perpetually waiting if you are afraid that something better might be coming out.
Keeping the traditional hobby woodworker in mind that just enjoys working wood and learning the art, I find these machines take that away. Fine for larger money making pursuits but not for those that love the joy of creating things with their own two hands and a bunch of traditional, non computerized tools.
I find the CNC very enjoyable as a creator. And I am a cabinet maker for the last 20 yrs. People now a days don't appreciate the time it takes to do everything with hand tools. If someone is still hand cutting dovetails, they are losing money.
Missed opportunity to recommend installing all those screws with a drill by using the build in clutch feature. set that sucker to 8 and you'll be tight without a chance of stripping! save your wrist for other activities hahaha
Thanks, Matt. Your videos are always so well done! You make me want this CNC and I don't really need or have room for one, not to mention the cost. Now I have to justify to myself possibly getting one. 😘
Thanks for the review. Between you and Andy Bird I have a pretty good idea of what to expect as I contemplate a CNC purchase.
I would love to own a CNC. Great video as always.
Thanks 👍
PrintNC. Probably the best DIY competition to this machine.
I'm ordering the SO5 Pro within a few days, so your video is very timely for me. ;-) Still debating the VFD spindle.
The VFD is so nice! If you're like me and walk away from the machine for a bit, once it is done with the tooling, it automatically stops the spindle either at the end of the job or for a tool change. Not to mention it's more powerful and is much quieter.
the Quality of Life improvement with the vfd/spindle is much higher than I expected. I could never go back.
@@731Woodworks Does the VFD spindle require a coolant setup? I always thought that all spindles had to have the coolant.
Thanks!!
@@JoeLazzara No it doesn't.
@731 Woodworks Oh thats great. Thanks Matt.
Thatis a nice machine. I have a Shapeoko 3 XXL that I have been running for several years without any problems. Carbide 3D has always been responsive and helpful.
Anyone else think it’s not a coincidence that Matt got the #twobafour version lol
😂 good one!
Howdy Mr. 731.
Loved the video Sir.
Ya know....Right after I wrote the above sentence, I changed my mind on what I was about to say.....which basically was about being able to have room/space for the CNC in a small shop....
BUT......
Then, like a slap in the face....I recalled seeing some other woodworkers in small shops and what they did.
As you know. My shop is only 10' x 14'
My shop bench is 30" x 46". Seems small, right? But keep in mind, I have my 30+ year old Dewalt tablesaw, Ridgid spindle sander. Router table. Bandsaw AND Drill Press along with lumber. All cramed into this shop. But I still manage to get things built.
So, back to point. Where on earth would I put a CNC?
Answer: under my shop bench. Right now, all that's under there is a bunch of scrap and a few tools I typically use frequently. Just tossed under and out of my way, no organization.
Though I can't put a 2' x 4' cnc down there, I can put the smaller cnc down there and just have some industrial strength drawer slides to pull out the cnc like a flat drawer, add my piece to be carved. Slide back and I'd be good to go.
Might be a bit cumbersome, but really, aren't I already, lol.
Anyways. I just wanted to point out that just because one have limited space doesn't mean we can't have a cnc. Ya just gotta think outside the box. If there's a Will, there's a Way.
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Matt, thank you for the indepth review, I am a disabled vet with a small hobbyist work shop, I build lots of farm style tables and was wondering do you think this model / size would be a good fit for my shop and for what I do.. I was on the fence about this unit but after watching you visit to the factory and talking with the rep, I find this unit even more attractive vs its competitiors simply because of the support they offer as well as free 2 hour live training. I have never owned a CnC but want to learn and get started with this unit. Not looking to start a business with it, I want to stay retired lol just create some customization for my tables and other projects I work on, thanks for the review I will be placing my order very soon. V/r
I seldom now use an electric drill to put in screws, wood or machine. Instead I use a manual crank type hand drill with a keyless chuck (the kind with a drive wheel and a crank handle on one side, not a carpenter's brace). They only run about $20. All I have to do is put the required bit in and turn the crank to drive the screws in. I like using this because I can absolutely control the speed and force I apply to the crank. That lets me run the screw relatively quickly until it is just about all the way in and then slow down so I don't overdrive it. It might take a few seconds more, but then again I haven't sunk the head of the screw far below the surface because I got the drill running too hard and didn't back off on the trigger fast enough. Plus I pre drill and countersink most of the time and so in wood the screw goes in without a lot of effort.
For jobs like this I bought a set of 20 Allen wrench bits from 1.5mm to 8mm metric and 5/64" to 5/16" imperial that only cost $10. It isn't likely that the hand drill will tighten the screws quite enough, and so you will likely need to use an actual Allen wrench to give the screws the last half turn. But that is far faster than using an Allen wrench to run the screws all the way in.
Great video.
I think these types of machines are fantastic for those folks who want a "plug n play" option. The down side is that there's a lot of performance left on the table.
The motion noise is from the stepper motors which can be eliminated with using a different type of motor. I'm glad to see these types of tools getting easier to acquire as i believe technology should be embraced. I worked many years with a Weeke 5x12 and also a Biesse Rover 5xis machine.
Decided to build my own 4x4 for the house, and while it's performance and features eclipse those of the Shapeoko 5P, Onefinity, etc,...it still manages to come in at about half the monetary cost. But you pay for it with time to design, fabricate, and assemble the design. I used the extrusions and guides from Bulkman, which were a great value.
I'm using a 220v water cooled spindle, and servo motors (X&Y), and they are silent.
So for your NEXT upgrade, consider those items to help manufacturing productivity. I think you'll find value not only in the quiet operation (which is void of you're cutting noisy material) but also in the speeds you're able to cut with.
Happy fabbing!
thank you for the "in-depth" video. When you say that the dust boot and other items "comes with the machine", is that because you add those items to your customization or because they come automatically?
I purchased the Long Mill 30X48 from Sienci Labs.
Great machine, I have it too. 👍👍
Hi, I really like your Jesus t-shirts that you wear on your videos. It's inspirational and encouraging, thank you.
Thanks so much for all of your content! Your channel has been a great help on my woodworking journey. My husband and I have been considering figuring out a way to get a S5. I’m trying to get my business going and it would be a huge benefit for what I’m going to be making. My neighbor has a different brand and I’m going to reach out to see if he could cut something on his if I created a file in Carbide Create. I’m not sure how compatible the different programs are. It’s all up to God. He has a way of making things work out in His time. I try to be patient because His timeline doesn’t always line up with mine. LOL Keep up the good work. ❤😊
Thank you. I'm glad the videos have been helpful!
Great review Matt and thanks for talking about the spindle.
I wanted to mention, in all fairness, Sienci Labs the makers of the Longmill package their parts and components just as good, or maybe even better. They also label every package so you know exactly which part you need. It made things so much better!! Even the cables were labeled lol.
I was so extremely impressed when I unpacked my machine. They went that extra mile, and those little things are what I love and appreciate. 👍👍
Thanks for posting this.
Been running through reviews and videos. Still on the fence of what to get for my shop. Thanks for putting this awesome video together Matt. Keep up the amazing work. 👽
Thanks Alien!
Thank you for all your reviews and what you do brother!!!
You bet
I second the notion of being able to buy the mdf slats. At least the 5 can cut its own. I have to cut mine in pieces.
Put a spoil board on top of the MDF slats. Problem solved!
Man I think a lot of RUclipsrs forget what a “small shop” budget is like.
Must be nice to get one of those.
Great video! My shapeoko 4xxL is supposed to be delivered today! Im looking forward to adding this to my business
Hope you enjoy it!
The 4XXL is a great machine. You can make amazing project with that machine
Nice review. I have the 4 pro and it works great.
I have the same machine, a little adjusting on the belts every now and so but no big deal. Works amazing.
Great video. I have a S5P 4x4. It is huge. Once I got it, jobs I had to tile on that machine magically popped up. :D The 2x4 is a really cool size that let's you use a tool chest if you want.
Man I'd love to get my hands on a cnc! Nice work as usual!!
Good video! The only thing that makes me cautious about this machine is that one of the most important thing you seem to like is the e-stop. That’s kinda funny if you think about it. Why is the e-stop that important? Lol
Because if I mess up on the file and don't catch it before the machine is started, OR what happens to a lot of people, the clamps or double stick tape holding the stock down fails and moves, you need to stop the machine.
Very nice and thorough review. I know you were sent that by the manufacturer, but it seems to be a fair review with pros and cons. I'm very tempted to get this!! Thanks Matt.
Glad it was helpful!
Something a little less expensive?
CARBIDE SHAPEOKO CNC!! GREAT !!
Hopefully the HDM 2 will have an ATC, would upgrade from the XL in a heartbeat.
I’m looking into learning how to run one of these, I do chainsaw and power tool carvings by hand, but I have 0 experience with cnc anything, so trying to figure out what to order, if anyone in the comments have any advice please let me know because wasn’t trying to spend more than 2k on a set up and this one’s a bit more, so any other good options would be greatly appreciated Ty and God Bless, love the plaque you made your wife btw, really nice
Matt, there is a way to avoid cutting into your spoilboard. When you program your file you say the starting point for Z (0) is the top of the wood. When you actually set your bit height you move the bit down to it just touches the table not the wood and input the DRO manually for the Z. So for example if your work file is programmed for 3/4" you input -.750 in the DRO when the bit is just touching the table top. This ensures that the bit will go no lower than -.750. It makes no difference in the inconsistencies of your martial. I hope this makes sense.
Thanks for the tip!
Just batch out some MDF replacement slats on the new CNC now and they are ready
Love your videos and the review I've been thinking for dropping the hammer on one of these. Couldn't you have the ;machine cut out new replacement boards instead of ordering replacements?
Did everything you show on the cnc machine come with it in a standard package. Or did you add some options. If so what did you add. I really like your setup. Thanks and love your show. God Bless
Great videos man, I think I gonna take the plunge on this machine,can you tell me if it’s a big process to index a project on a full sheet of plywood? Thanks
Do they have a tool changing option?
Can you tell us more about what type of files you can load into this machine? Can you use a SketchUp file for example, or do you need a program to generate the code from the 3D model file?
Thanks for this video Matt. I've been waiting on it lol. I can't wait to be able to get one
Thanks Matthew! You'll love it!
@731 Woodworks oh I'm sure I will. Are you still doing your consultations? I would love to do one with you and pick your brain on a few things. I've had my shop for about 8 months now and it's not going so good.
@@matthewransom6469 yes I am still doing them.
Love that T-shirt, Brother. Where did you get that. Oh and by the way, great information. Much appreciated.
Thanks, got it at Kerusso. Linked in the pinned comment.
Thank you. One last question if you don't mind. On another of your videos I saw a red and silver jig that held a router motor for cutting domino type mortises? That has to be way cheaper than purchasing a Festool domino machine.l Why was that?
Thanks again.@@731Woodworks
Great video. Did you compare this to the Onefinity Elite?
Thanks again for an excellent video. After looking at all the CNCs for weeks, I was sold on the Shapeoko 5 Pro 2 x 4. I've not purchased yet, but I will if I can convince my significant other. God Bless.
Evening Matt, I'm really glad i saw this video. What's your opinion on the learning curve for the software. We wamy pull the trigger on the 5..
There is some learning to do but it's not overly complicated. You can download it and use it for free on their website now. Even take their free course at my.carbide3d.com that'll teach you a lot before investing in the machine.
Good morning Matt. Did you end up feeling the need to get the proximity switches for your unit. there's a little bit of controversy over these ... Needed or not. I understand they protect the machine from over travel. The Avid unit uses them to square the gantry, limit the Z-axis etc. but like 5 or 6 is needed.. Anyway just curious.. spend the extra or not. I know I can contact Carbide, but will they tell me the truth or just sell me on something I really don't need... lol
Again Thank you sir!! you help and advice is very much appreciated..
Hi, I'm signing up from Italy, sorry if I make typing errors... I intend to change my home-built CNC and I'm evaluating a few models. Does Shapeoko allow the use of the 4th axis? Are there adapters for the plasma cutter? Thanks again and congratulations for your videos and creations, I'm just starting out and I'm doing it as a hobby even though I'm becoming quite passionate about it. HI
I think I want to buy one!!
I am gonna buy one next week and I was wondering what are the dimensions of your table it is sitting on? I am getting the 2 X 4 pro also. Thanks
It's 65 inches by 36 inches. It'll fit on a 60 inch table, but I like having the extra room for some of the electronics.
@@731Woodworks Thanks. appreciate
I’m very interested in this machine. Probably going to get one in the next couple months
I would like to see a video going over your dust collection in your shop
Check this out ruclips.net/video/rYXyY0aNvSE/видео.html
Don't forget the extension boot for the VFD it's only 20 dollars
nice to get free gifts
It's also nice to work hard for years to build something up to be able to partner with someone like Carbide 3D.
The motors can be quieter but you need new stepper motor drivers, you can swap them out and that’s it
Would you lay out the $4000 plus for this machine if you had to buy it yourself? For a ‘small’ shop that’s a steep number.
Hi
Would you recommend this machine over the X Carve Pro. Yours is significantly cheaper price point
I don't have any experience with the X-carve so I can't say. Sorry.
I have nothing against Carbide as a company, in fact, I have only heard good things. But I feel for the price, you can get far better. CNC4Newbies, Ratrig, both have machines which are far more rigid and capable for significantly less. I would love to include Openbuilds in the list, but as of now, they are starting to lag behind, although I expect sometime in the future, we will see something new from them. The Spindle/VFD they supply, is a little overpriced, and is made by the same factories that make the much cheaper ones (hell, they are all made in the same place and branded differently).
As for me, I just built the Ratrig Stronghold Pro, uses much larger linear rails and ballscrews (25mm rails versus 15 for Carbide). actual work area is 1500mmx1500mm (5f by 5f), machine takes up 6 feet by 6 feet.. Cost me around $1500 less. They are very responsive to support requests (although they are based in Portugal so there is a time difference, but the US supplier was quick to ship a replacement part). You do however have to assemble it, and it weights in at around 350 pounds.. before adding the spoil board.. Spindle wise, the 80mm 2.2kw ones with VFD run about $300 to $400, and will support up to 1/2 bits in the ER20, versus the Carbide ER11 based spidle, which will max out at 1/4 bits (well technically .3125 inches). I find having 1/2 collets easier to share certain bits between the CNC and router table/hand router.
But the biggest downfall is that you do have to build, wire and configure it yourself.. but it is not difficult, and there are detailed instructions.
Not trying to poopoo Carbide or people buying their product, just bringing up things that could be of concern.
Ratrig 1500x1500 is only $1000 less, comes with no waste board, controller/software, wires, cables, power supply, drastically inferior customer support, and has feature gaps. It's a fine machine but it's not a competitor to a shapeoko - it's just in a different class for those wanting a partial diy build.
I have a question for you I am thinking of buying the Shapeoko 5 CNC but I am not sure what I want to put it on. I was thinking of a roll away tool chest like Harbor Freight General 52" possibly even a husky but I am not sure if they are stable enough and if I should consider just building one our buying one? (likely I will just build a solid table) but having 2x4 sitting on top of a rollaway would be very handy. I just would like your opinion and what you think and feel about that? Do you feel it would be stable enough when the machine was running and cutting? Exactly what I am going to do is put a piece of 3/4" Baltic Birch on top of the roll away, I will extend it slightly past the back and I will bolt a 1/3 on the back wall to give it extra support. That I feel should give it extra support that the machine will need while have it sit on top of the tool chest. I will be planning on screwing that down to the top of the box.
Yes, I think it would be stable enough, especially if you lock the wheels to keep it from rolling or shaking around.
I watched this video for confirmation bias as I just got one myself. I 2nd everything said in this video, the most important being the support and the awesome humans at Carbide3D who take care of you. They're kind, knowledgeable (I'm a first time CNC owner, fwiw)
I appreciate your video. This machine is on my shortlist. Do you think this machine can withstand running 300 sheets of ½ inch baltic birch a year? 200-300 ipm is fast enough for me as I can perform other tasks while the machine is running in the background. Thanks again.
Yes, I think it is more than capable!
I like your videos a lot but right out of the gate there's no way this is fitting anywhere in my shop lol. I'll still watch though
Hi Matt, what 24X24 CNC machine would recommend
Until these are under a $1000 they're not for small wood shops. Small in my opinion is little to no revenue and I personally would love to have one for doing some unique things but between this cnc and a laser cutter/engraver, that's almost 10k gone.
Small = space, not revenue is what I am saying.
Clearly you have no idea how much CNC cost😊
u can build one urself for under $1000. Thats what im planning to do. Look up V1e Low Rider
@@manufacturedbeats clearly I do bc I said if it’s not under a $1000’i can’t afford one bc I’m not really selling stuff to buy tools. I want a laser cutter too and both laser and cnc can set me back $10k for both combined.
@@731Woodworks while I appreciate the clarification, it’s just not a beginner friendly tool
You’re going to make me want a CNC and I still have to break in my laser. Also… I have no room 🥺 or money 😢.
😂😂😂
Make room.. remember the rules.. Rule no 1... he who dies with the most tools wins... :)
@@mrljvb 😂😂😂…. And yet, I’ve never seen a Hurst pulling a U-Haul. 🤔😉
Take your time make some laser projects. Sell them. Save some money. And then by your CNC kick BUTT!
Great video :D
Thanks! 😁
For someone starting out, do you recommend the 4XXL or 5pro?
Both are great machines. You can save some $$ going with the 4. The 5 is a little more robust with some added features. But as a beginner starting out you may not need or care about them.
Can you do a review for the brand Inventables?
This guy is giving off drill-instructer vibes.
Thank you
You're welcome
Which router/spindle did you have in the video if I might ask??
Ah never-ending I see you listed it, thank you anyway! Great video
I noticed it looks like at some point you might've hit one of the metal t-joints with the router bit. Was that just a one-off mistake or is that something you could easily run the risk of doing? Wasn't sure how much the t-joints were recessed below the MDF. Enjoyed the video. Thanks.
Yeah was just a one off. Had the depth set too low.
Really could use a tool changer. The ability to change bits in mid work IARGT.
Sir I have 5 years experience in this machine from india and I am totally into it you have any job openings please inform.
Can this CNC machine accommodate a 4th axis?
I’m considering the Onefinity. Any thoughts?
I've never used one of those
I do not own a onefinity but they were on my list of a potential purchase. Liked what I was discovering about the machine. The masso(?) controller they use is not cheap. Around $1300 or more to replace and I am not sure how quick a person could get a replacement. Maybe the touchscreen controller is a tank but I stopped looking at the machine after I saw the replacement cost. I do not think you can run the onefinity from a pc but not %100 sure of that.
How can I explain to my wife that Santa bought, I MEAN BROUGHT, this for me!!!!!!!
I am looking really hard at Shapeoko 4 as my first CNC due largely to your videos especially with Shapeoko Support. You are pointing out this one is doing a bang up job with your baseball tray and Ms 731 retirement plaque. Does that mean your old Shapeoko 4 would NOT do as good of job? I am space limited and somewhat budget limited so a 5 may be just out of reach. But if the 4 would not do as good of job maybe I don't want either. Help me understand. 😕
Shapeoko 4 would do them just as well. It's a great machine. I didn't have any accuracy or power issues with it.
Matt I’m curious what made you choose Shapeoko over Longmill or Onefinity ?
I've never used or researched those. I actually never heard of Longmill until a few weeks ago. I have heard great things about the Onefinity CNCs. When I started looking at getting a CNC for the channel, I reached out to a bunch of companies and Carbide 3D was the only one that said yes. Several I didn't hear back from, some said no. Carbide3D sent me the 4XXL to use for the channel and when I gave it away to the young man a few weeks ago, I got this as a replacement from them.
good job
A cnc is where I want to eventually get with my woodworking. But it seems like its so far away and ill never get to the point of getting one lol
Hang in there. Keep working at it and putting money into savings for one each time you make a sale.
What is the maximum depth of cut, as in cutting shapes out of a board?
Nice will this cut plexi glass
yep
Can this cut aluminum? It's impressive, but I'd like to be able to do softer metals, too.
yes, it can
@@731Woodworks thank you!
About what you spend on a table saw and this will blow a table saw away in versatility