This is the best introductory video for CNC routing. simply, it gives you the best and most simple ABC of routing crash course in few minutes

I went thru a lot of videos and finally found this one that not only explained almost everything to me, but had important references that allowed me to continue my quest to find the product I need! Thank you so very, very much.

This might be the best video I've seen yet on introducing a CNC router and the workflow from going from design to fabricated Parts. Well done!

I was looking for something different but landed in this. I have a Shapeoko and love what it can do for me. This was a well done informative video. Enjoyed it.

Great job on the video! I expected to see info mainly about the CNC router itself, but received a 10 minute primer on CNC, CAD, CAM, general machining, feeds and speeds. You also provided references to additional info which is very helpful. I’m an engineer who has worked with manufacturing for 30 years and have seen a lot of production CNC equipment. You clearly hit on many key factors used in this technology. On cooling: I’ve seen these things called vortex tubes used, which blow chilled air into the cutting area to cool the workpiece and cutter, without using liquid coolant. To increase tool life, esp when cutting metals, you could look at coated tools ex: Titanium Nitride (TiN). I’m between hobbies right now and am considering a 3D printer, but the CNC routers look like a lot of fun, if I can figure out what I’d want to make with it. Thanks for the excellent video!

Very well done if you don't mind my saying so. Refreshing to both see and hear a production that is concise as well as being information dense. This is a benchmark for many who try to shoot video from the hip with no sense of timing or quantity. There are some interesting links there I have never heard of as yet!! Be checking those out right away so I can bookmark. As I try to acquire a somewhat larger CNC Router and possibly producing some video for a YT channel regarding the process of buying, receiving and setting up same, well,... I would do well to keep your contribution in my minds eye :-)

I just ordered my Shapeoko, cant wait.

Try rubbing alcohol as a coolant. Put it in a spray bottle and lightly spray it on the part and tool when cutting. The rubbing alcohol evaporates and cools the tool and part. Maybe use a air gun or vacuum to remove chips.

This is an outstanding video. Comprehensive and concise. Please make more CNC videos.

This is video has answered so many questions that I've had. Thanks for sharing this information!

Is there anything (discipline, skill, trade) you aren't proficient at? Very impressive video. I had zero interest in a table top CNC machine but now I feel my life is incomplete without one. Thanks

You have nearly talked me out of it but it’s information I needed to know

A few tips/suggestions from a carpenter/woodworker that may help with holding materials down.... You should try drilling “dog holes” in your mdf waste board. If you drill them in a grid (pick spacing that works best for you... every 6” to every 12” and everything between), just keep the grid square to the arm of your machine for easier set up..... you can use these dog holes for bump stops and table clamps of a huge variety...you could even just use the dog holes to clamp down your drill press vice quickly and easily and in the same spot every time.

WOW, this is a fantastic intro/beginner/getting started video! Thank you so much!

Excellent video, really helpful information for a beginner like me. Thanks for putting this together!

Im planning to buy a CNC router , still not sure which one to choose. Thanks for sharing all these info with us!

Good intro on home cnc routers very informative.

You just made me feel at ease thank you so much

Excellent video.

Great video, thank you for making it. I was wondering, do you use any type of speed control on the router for aluminum or is it running at full speed?

Nice video and a lot of informations. God bless you for sharing

What a great info packed video, super well done!

pro tip: you can make or buy an attachment that allows the vacuum to be attached.

Which one is good? Openbuilds lead 1010 machine or shapeoko XXL

Hello, I realize this is an old video but I was hoping you could answer a few questions: What and where did you purchase the aluminum holder shown in the first few seconds of the video? Can you share your 1/8" & 1/4" bit feeds and speed for cutting Aluminum? Thank you for such a quick and simple video.

Very nice video & thanks for sharing.

Glad to get this information

great video. I just did one on the XXL version

Absolutely amazing, thanks for sharing.Loved it! Great work.Iam now your channel subscriber

I have the shapeoko 3 xxl and noticed the belt on x axis rail causes vibration when homing in. Any idea why this is happening? Is the belt not tight enough?

Still waiting to see someone make actual useful projects with one of these (besides signs). I guess Izzy Swan has made some cool stuff by cutting out parts.

Excellently done. Thanks!

I am looking to purchase one to build my own aluminum parts. How big of a part can you cut? How much does this router end up costing you? Do you do jobs on the side?

Thanks for the content, great level of information.

Hi. Great video. How do you fix your workpieces to the the table?

Has anybody tried removing the waste board and mounting the machine over a water table for plasma cutting?

Hi thank you so much for great video simple and explains a lot now I am really interested in this CNC machine but I'm going to be using insulation foam (styrofoam) material for example pink one which is available at any Home Depot in different thicknesses or blue, is this machine capable of doing 3D carving using insulation foam as a material instead of wood or aluminum or plastic did you ever try it or maybe somebody else can answer my question my interest is more in artistic design for example making Egyptian hieroglyphics cut in form which is very light material and painting using few different colors it looks amazing and it's very light in weight once again thanks for the video and I'm looking up for the answer if it's possible Sam

Beautiful n worthy machanism

why not put a small air hose on the the cutting tool.

hello.. actually im watching your tutorials since last few days and i am a cnc operator i am designing in a 12inX16in work piece but when i performed the MMG file in my wood cutting cnc the cnc has scale up the size of the working area and working in bigger area then the work piece can you help to fix this...

Great information, thankyou.

Great video! Do you still have any of the posts for platforms you want to get rid of?

Thank you for a great video! Very informative. As a SolidWorks user, I'm familiar with CAD but less so CAM software. You mentioned Fusion 360 being free for hobbyists and so I checked out the AutoDesk web site to download it, but I only see a 30 day trial. Can you tell me where you found the free version on their web site? Thanks!

Hi there! Looks cool! I'm looking at building my own cnc machine. This is the only design I have seen that I would like to build, with the Y axis being longer than the X, to make it easier to load material in my garage. How well does this work? Does it complicate the cam software? Sorry, just a beginner!

Sir....How much cost to export india....???

Do you ever find yourself wishing you had gone for the XXL instead? I am debating whether or not I can get away with the XL and save myself a few hundred dollars,

Well stated!

can I put a spindle on this machine instead of the routers that come with it?

Well done, thank you.

good video. 3" is 76mm, not 7.6mm

Is this available in India

Which Windows tablet did you go with? I am thinking of switching from the laptop I am currently using mainly because I am having issues with dust. Also, have you had any connection issues with it? Thanks!!!

How rigid is the Shapeoko ? Looks super steady cutting aluminium but the design looks light !

What Tablet Are You Using?💻💻💻

Do you buy your aluminum locally or online? Any info of where to go online ??

What branch of engineering are you in?

How is the machine doing a year later?

So what do you do for a living? Engineer? machinist? ....

di indonesia ada yg menjual gak ya

3" is most certainly not 7.6mm

I wish I have space to do this

What tablet is that you're using?

Do they make a cnc that will cut up to 6inch in heigt?

What? You use Onshape for designing the part!? Why dont you design in fusion?

You actually believe $2,000 for a shop tool is a very large investment? It would be near the small end of an investment in most complete shops.

Machine price

its shape is x 7.6cm not mm :-)

man this seems complicated x5000!!

These intro CNC machines haven't changed in 20 years, software is primitive, course this was 4 years ago.

Shopping adress

4 by 4 machine price

Still gave this machine in 2023 ?

Dang. That's some nerd shit right there. Just kidding. Good video.

Pure alcohol. Use that on aluminium

pretty much more confused than when i started watching

It's still an overpriced machine