Shapeoko Pro Assembly Overview

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Shapeoko Pro Assembly Overview

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NOTE: Additional comments/correction/built notes in description.
The Shapeoko Pro's assembly process has been vastly streamlined over that of the Shapeoko 3. Each step is compartmentalized in a box, letting you focus on one component or system at a time. This video will cover the required assembly processed for putting together your CNC router.
Comments/Correction/Built Notes:
- In some cases the Y1 port on the control board should be connected to the Right Y stepper, not Left. Keep an eye on this when you home the machine for the first time. The gantry should travel to the back right corner. Reverse your Y connectors if this is not the case.
- The plastic "Filler Strips" that go under the hybrid table to stop things from falling under the T-track are not needed on newer machines. We have a new extrusion with an extra wide lip that reduces the gap.
- In case it was not clear, remove the Shipping Bolt from the X-axis carrier plate before installing the Z-axis. Otherwise the Z-axis won't mount correctly...
-If you are missing fasteners, please contact support. All hardware is Metric, so if you're missing something and you want to source it locally just bring the screw/bolt to the hardware store and look for something the same diameter/length.
- When you are installing the drag chains, there are plastic spacers that get installed under the drag chain tails.
0:00 Introduction
1:20 Step 1 - Frame
2:22 Step 2 - Y-Rails
3:15 Step 3 - Endplates
3:49 Step 4 - Gantry
6:06 Step 5 - Z-Axis
7:12 Step 6 - Stepper/Switch Drag Chains
9:07 Step 7 - Router & Drag Chains
11:43 Step 8 - Hybrid Table
13:15 Step 9 - Electronics
14:27 Step 10 - Software Configuration

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@beefchicken 3 жыл бұрын

This has to be the most watchable manufacturer's assembly video I've ever watched. I particularly enjoyed Winston casually yeeting the boxes over his shoulder.

@cook6052 3 жыл бұрын

Outstanding engineering, attention to detail, precision and customer service. The entire team at Shapeoko sets a customer first standard for the rest to follow. Thank you

@timpindell8178 2 жыл бұрын

The video is a great compliment to the instruction manual. Can you update the video to the current machine?

@Samcraftcom 3 жыл бұрын

Nice overview, looking forward to mine arriving and playing this video over and over again while I assemble it! 😎

@jamesrusso6739 3 жыл бұрын

hahah. Basically what I am doing right now!

@marvindownie1695 2 жыл бұрын

How is it using the shapeoko?

@futonmonkey82 3 жыл бұрын

I have an original Shapeoko, wish I had the space for this bad boy. I watched the video just because I like listening to Winston explain stuff.

@TysonMooreBuilds 3 жыл бұрын

This was a great video my friend! I kept looking forward to you throwing a box after you would open it. :)

@msflt 3 жыл бұрын

Just got mine shipped (on time - thanks) to Australia. Looking forward to Jan 2, 2021 to start building this. Perfect presentation for me, big thanks.

@terrybox7443 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a very solid machine. I can't wait to upgrade!

@jorgel.martinez2648 3 жыл бұрын

My Shapeoko Pro arrived two days ago! Looking forward to assembly ASAP! Thank you for the video!

@RichardCournoyer 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work Winston...Ok, so the ground wire on the controller really made me happy....(Ok, so I'm a little different) I'm also looking forward to buying the standard model when it's available...I wonder if there'll be a meta table in lieu of the dead trees...... I really like what I see...as a REALLY demanding Engineer and as a 5-year Shapeoko owner. PS I did cry a little to see the marker made by tag rather than an engraved plate. Hiyaaa!!!!

@luislopez995 3 жыл бұрын

This one is the Real one ☝🏻….. A BEAST…… I want it… ✌🏼🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

@kimfolmar2021 3 жыл бұрын

Overall this was a good video but keep in mind for a newbie it does skip over some steps that you have to figure out on your own. Not a huge deal though. We figured everything out. It would have been awesome if the plastic strips that are nestled in the machine channels wouldn’t have been missing so we could have finished he build.

@edgar9651 3 жыл бұрын

Metric, wow. Finally someone in the USA discovered that metric makes sense. Wonderful.

@beefchicken 3 жыл бұрын

Every American car made since the late 80s has been fully metric.

@henmich 3 жыл бұрын

Please update the video to mention you need to remove the shipping screw from the Z axis mounting plate before mounting, and that the new machines do not come with the plastic strips under the T slot extrusions now.

@jamesbuchanan8301 3 жыл бұрын

It looks like Seville Classics UltraHD Lighted Workbench from Slams Club for about $200. Bench without the drawers are about $140.

@langrock74 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing tool, amazing setup video. That thing looks massive!

@stevenwheeler6543 3 жыл бұрын

Oh god I am so excited to get mine!

@henmich 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to start making stuff with mine...

@NWGR 3 жыл бұрын

Saving up for one of these now. Though for my shop, the XL will work best.

@rudylevarity4375 2 жыл бұрын

I just received my machine. Go Bahamas! Perhaps you may want to coloraturas code the connecting points. I noticed that both sides of the connectors are not marked. Additionally, wasn't sure which drag chain to install on the x and z axis. You may want to specify what goes where. Nice touch with the video. Definitely better than a difficult manual.

@chrishansen577 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Winston great video - do you recommend using blue Loctite at any point in the build?

@WinstonMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not using any currently, but it wouldn't hurt for some of the more permanent attachment interfaces. Just don't use it on things you'll need to loosen later, like the spindle mount.

@henmich 3 жыл бұрын

Use Vibratite VC3.. It does all the vibration fixes and leaves the fastener to be loosened when needed. It's expensive, but trust me, it's worth it.

@mattriley3550 3 жыл бұрын

Just got mine assembled and am going through the initialization setup. When I do the steps to load defaults for travel dimensions around 15:10, the defaults it loads are different than the ones shown here, 870, 850, 95, vs the 855, 850, 100 shown on your screen. Just curious which one is correct? Thanks for the video by the way assembly was pretty easy with it.

@confusedandspacey 3 жыл бұрын

I can't find the buttonhead cap screws for the plastic pieces at 12:07??? Are they supposed to come with the machine?

@jamesrusso6739 3 жыл бұрын

Just want to confirm that I'll need to cut the belts after tensioning? Seems like I have some more room in the rear to leave some slack, but not the 8" or so I have left over after tensioning...

@henmich 3 жыл бұрын

I had the same issue, but have been too chicken to cut the belts down.

@ianevans2697 Жыл бұрын

Helpful but this video is outdated. Using this to assemble a machine in 2023 and things are a bit different. An updated video would be helpful, thanks.

@GGscrafts 2 жыл бұрын

I followed all the steps and all seemed well until the machine moved forward toward the bit setter …when I attempted to position the router over the bit setter the x y and z movements were so tiny that it would take hours to get it over the bit setter . Could some wires be crossed ?

@micro963 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing nice video👍👍👍what’s the best tool to use to machine 1/8” plywood?

@EcoMouseChannel 3 жыл бұрын

An reason why you guys opted to NOT go with ball screws on this iteration of the "pro" model?

@jerameyhager8135 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Belt driven is unacceptable. If you throw linear guides on why is it still belt driven????

@authenticwood5219 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to know why not ball screw too.

@EcoMouseChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Just in case anyone cares... the Bulkman3D "Queen Bee Pro" mechanical kit does come with lineal rails and lead screws for like only $700. Your Shapeoko electronics and everything can bolt right up to it. bulkman3d.com/product/queenbee-pro-cnc-machine-mechanical-kit-upgrade-kit

@evgenitantikov5865 2 жыл бұрын

For the this type of machine, belt driven is perfectly acceptable. Benefits of a such robust belt, overweight the cons by a lot.

@kniefi 3 жыл бұрын

Winston, will you guys be offering a version with 2 rails on each side of the y-axis in the future? I see the X-Axis has doubled-up rails which should give a vast improvement in stability/rigidity. Would love to have that option on Y-Axis as well - maybe in combination with a beefier Gantryplate as well - double the thickness - should also vastly improve oberall stability of the machine even further! Could you please elaborste on the design choice to have the frame and the rails put on stand-offs? would it not be more rigid via direct connection of milled surfaces?

@beefchicken 3 жыл бұрын

Look at it this way: the X axis has 2 rails, and the Y axis has two rails. The Y axis rails are just spaced out further than the X axis rails.

@BrourPro 2 жыл бұрын

On your website, you didn't add India to buy your machine. Why?

@bernardtarver 3 жыл бұрын

Impressive machine; however, don't forget about your customers. I am eagerly awaiting a BitSetter that I ordered last Tuesday (12/1). For context, I placed two orders prior using your Black Friday promo, of which you shipped both promptly (w/in a day). However, you have yet to fulfill the BitSetter order I placed two days later. I reached out via e-mail but didn't receive a reply. Again, incredible machines and excellent company, however, please keep in mind that hobbyists like me really appreciate our weekends.

@hippiechris3675 3 жыл бұрын

'power and usb connectors pointing backwards" at 13:26.... so the board goes on upside down???

@zwolfe5541 3 жыл бұрын

My x cable came backwards and I had to flip the end clips to install it properly. Also the z bracket that holds the x and y drag chains is machined for the left side of the x bracket and not the right so the bracket doesn’t fit properly. Looks like mounting it wrong might not interfere with anything but won’t know until I get the rest built and running. There’s a chance it crashes into the back right wall.

@zwolfe5541 3 жыл бұрын

Just installed it and pushed the x all the way back and it clears the back post. Fingers crossed no more hiccups.

@jefferyatkisson7781 3 жыл бұрын

So the question I have is...shapeoko3 with HDZ or the pro version??

@erikkeskinen2479 3 жыл бұрын

both x and y limit switches were preinstalled incorrectly. my machine couldn't recognize them and just kept smashing into the walls over and over. had to remove them and dremel out the plastic to be able to get the switches set to a usable condition. have seen others post about this and wanted to let more people know.

@MichaelDavidHiltner 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this heads up!

@carloscastanyeda 6 ай бұрын

All my cable labels are faded, can see what they say....

@pablosalinas6058 3 жыл бұрын

When will the xl and standard models be available?

@tclark 3 жыл бұрын

Ugh! Now I’m even more anxious for mine to arrive! Is there a solid list of other things I should have on day 1 such as bits, various woods, sanding solutions, etc.?

@ClintonCaraway-CNC 3 жыл бұрын

Look up Skyone Cnc on Facebook. They offer a great starter pack of bits. Then check out Pwncnc.com. Daniel Heth Moran offers a great selection of dust boots, clamps and accessories.

@rehabmax 3 жыл бұрын

i am going to build myself a proper workshop. The Shapeoko Pro will be and integral machine in it.

@davidruble4821 3 жыл бұрын

Where do I go to get support on my new Shapeoko Pro which I have just assembled?

@carbide3d 3 жыл бұрын

Send a message to support@carbide3d.com or the phone number on our website.

@SolveFixBuild 3 жыл бұрын

Is this compatible with the HDZ? Or is there an expansion pack to Pro? I have a base Shapeoko I’ve upgraded substantially including the HDZ but I’d love to expand and get all the features of the Pro.

@carbide3d 3 жыл бұрын

There is no upgrade path to the Pro because almost every part is different. We are looking into bringing certain aspects of the Pro to regular Shapeokos, like the threaded table, but don't have a timeline for it. HDZ is not currently supported on the Pro, we're also looking into that for the future.

@jimjennings1165 2 жыл бұрын

What is the measure of the cnc ?

@dagored100 3 жыл бұрын

I want one.... is it possible to buy one in Europe

@lxkhn 3 жыл бұрын

80mm spindle mount?

@ClintonCaraway-CNC 3 жыл бұрын

Not yet. Hopefully Luke D'Lonra-Bonathan is given the go ahead to design a HDZ adapter......sooner than later.

@tampauav6470 3 жыл бұрын

When does the 30 days start? After first initialization?

@carbide3d 3 жыл бұрын

From the date of receipt of the machine. Full details here: carbide3d.com/warranty/

@drakinosis4019 3 жыл бұрын

can the router sold on your website able to cut aluminum

@DonaldsonGaming 3 жыл бұрын

Does it need to be sprayed with coolant

@RMartin187 3 жыл бұрын

what kind of work tables are those?

@RMartin187 3 жыл бұрын

@@sudo936 Duh brand? I’ll look it up, thanks for the help sir. Great community we have.

@ClintonCaraway-CNC 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the Fusion 5 (Windows 10) Tablet. It is widely used as a controller for Carbide Motion. It isn't a CAD design computer but a great controller to free up your main computer.

@lambchop6210 3 жыл бұрын

@@ClintonCaraway-CNC I second this. It's what I use for my shapeoko

@MichaelDavidHiltner 3 жыл бұрын

Seville Classics UltraHD Lighted Workbench (in America, If your Canadian it is called Vancouver Classics UltraHD LED Lighted Work Centre, which can be purchased from Costco.ca).

@ellingsondavid 3 жыл бұрын

Was this voice over by John Saunders? Also, is the modified Z-Plus equivalent to the HDZ, or is it inferior (similar to the regular Z-Plus)?

@beefchicken 3 жыл бұрын

His name is Winston Moy, he has his own channel on KZfaq by the same name if you want to soak in more of his smooth talking.

@cesarhernandez4210 3 жыл бұрын

What side is, price....

@hotshoestudios 3 жыл бұрын

Does it have the same cutter connection issues as the previous models or has it been fixed for the Pro?

@martyn1678 3 жыл бұрын

its well out of my price range, i dont think its a hobby machine any more which is a shame as thats where its grew from but you have to admit that its a tidy well designed machine. I think it should at least have lead screws at this price point

@langrock74 3 жыл бұрын

Is a lead screw really a sign for a high-quality machine? After all, those 3018 $200 letter-size CNCs use lead screws, so I’m not so sure that this is the make or break. I’m sure they tested their machines for slippage under load and found belts to be just fine. After all, your car has a timing belt that keeps your cylinders from self destructing;-) If it’s good enough for a car, it’s good enough for a prosumer tool.

@martyn1678 3 жыл бұрын

@@langrock74 yes it is a sign of quality, at this price point the least they could do is lead screws but probably should have used ball screws, even a £200 3018 has lead screws. Not like this is a cheap machine they are asking enough money dont make excuses for them they did it because it was cheaper

@martyn1678 3 жыл бұрын

@@langrock74 any way its not about signs of quality, its about accuacy lead screws/ ball screws are more accurate that belts thats all. the custumer is paying enough for them to be included . This is being marketed as a pro machine belts are for hobby machines as they are cheaper and stretch. if belts were good enough theyd be used on the z axis as well

@authenticwood5219 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, you have my money but where's my machine?

@carbide3d 3 жыл бұрын

Machines have already begun shipping already, so if you haven't gotten a notification yet expect one soon. If you want the latest estimate, please email the sales team.

@menow. 3 жыл бұрын

I'm just a few minutes into the video, but one question arises: Why are you wearing a mask? I see that later you take it off... I assume because you realized it was ridiculous.

@MichaelDavidHiltner 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed that there was another employee in the background (who knows, there may have been even more out of the camera shot too). Have you thought that Winston was not the only person in the building at the time? It is good etiquette to follow during this time of the Covid-19 Pandemic! Good show, Winston for sporting your mask!

@menow. 3 жыл бұрын

@@MichaelDavidHiltner Sure... etiquette should trump science any day.