In this episode Ben explains the ins and outs of CNC milling using only a Shapeoko and a laptop. Areas of focus include an overview of the parts, creating design files, execution and other CNC tips.
In this episode Ben explains the ins and outs of CNC milling using only a Shapeoko and a laptop. Areas of focus include an overview of the parts, creating design files, execution and other CNC tips. http://element14.com/tbhs source
3D printing has become much cheaper and accessible, but there has been a lack of decent CNC routers at the same price point. Now the 3018 CNC Pro from Sainsmart aims to fill that void.
Featuring a working volume of 300 x 180 x 45mm, this CNC router goes together well and is capable of machining timber, acrylic and aluminium. It can also engrave copper to make custom PCBs. This machine largely succeeded with everything I threw at it. For this low price plus a one year warranty, I am very impressed and recommend this for beginners looking to get into the hobby.
I have done a fair bit of CNC machining over the years by am by no means a professional machinist. I look forward to the great tips knowledgeable viewers will post in the comments to assist others.
For any cutters you buy, ensure they are 1/8 inch or 3.175mm in shank diameter.
UPDATE: I have a follow up video upgrading this machine. https://youtu.be/Q4TrzshXV10
Purchase the Genmitsu 3018 CNC router:
Amazon (machine): https://amzn.to/2LANGFQ
Amazon (offline controller): https://amzn.to/2XINLOq
Amazon (laser add on, untested by me): https://amzn.to/2xqTIAv
If you can’t get shipping from Amazon, you can buy it direct from Sainsmart (unfortunately more expensive): https://www.sainsmart.com/collections/cnc/products/sainsmart-genmitsu-cnc-router-3018-pro-diy-kit
3D printing has become much cheaper and accessible, but there has been a lack of decent CNC routers at the same price point. Now the 3018 CNC Pro from Sainsmart aims to fill that void. Featuring a working volume of 300 x 180 x 45mm, this CNC router goes together well and is capable of machining timber, acrylic and aluminium.
3D Printing an Impossible Part on the TRUMPF TruPrint 2000.
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PCB Milling was on my TODO list. So I thought I’ll give the cheapest CNC mill a try that isn’t made from card board. You would be surprised how far I got within two days of messing around with that. The fun alone was worth every penny of this purchase. Enjoy!
Links to parts and tools (affiliate links):
Mini CNC Mill $140: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/miniMill
ER11 Chuck with all collets $10.50: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/er11
Different conical mills $3.80/10: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/conicalMills
Mill Sets $7.70: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/millSet
50 Mill Set $10: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/50MillSet
Server Cabinet: https://ebay.bitluni.net/serverRack
Chainsaw ?: https://amazon.bitluni.net/chainsaw
My camera and lens (4k 60fps):
https://amazon.bitluni.net/gh5
Music:
Jeremy Blake – Powerup!
Wayne Jones – Brain Trust
Gunnar Olsen – West Coast Trip
Silent Partner – Hold On a Minute
Andrew Langdon – Keys
Francis Preve – Komputo
Quincas Moreira – Grasshopper
Dan Henig – Low Life High Life
PCB Milling was on my TODO list. So I thought I’ll give the cheapest CNC mill a try that isn’t made from card board. You would be surprised how far I got within two days of messing around with that. The fun alone was worth every penny of this purchase. Enjoy! Links to parts and tools (affiliate links): Mini CNC
Comparing the pros and cons of CNC routers and laser cutters Brought to you by Squarespace. For 10% off your first purchase, go to: http://squarespace.com/makesomething
Comparing the pros and cons of CNC routers and laser cutters Brought to you by Squarespace. For 10% off your first purchase, go to: http://squarespace.com/makesomething Tools and Supplies (affiliate links) Stepcraft CNC Router: https://www.stepcraft.us/m Glowforge Laser Cutter: https://glowforge.us/fycBT8 Composite Nailer: https://amzn.to/3unuCPH Patreon Support: http://patreon.com/picciuto Plans and Merch: https://makesomething.com My Other YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/makesomething2 My Audio Podcast: http://makingitpodcast.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/drunkenwood Instagram:
