Just ordered the 24x24 setup. After pricing out a diy setup I'm more than happy to pay for your efforts. Espeeecially considering the manifold. Well done sir, thank you!!
@michaelshort372126 күн бұрын
Is the air weights vacuum table made of plastic or mdf
@thefilthelement29 күн бұрын
can you demo vacumming down a board, say 1/4" and 1/2" that have bows on the sides to demo how well it vacuums flat a board?
@richd3688Ай бұрын
I must be missing something. How can you cut all the way through the material? As soon as you do you’ll break the vacuum created in the pocket under the work piece and thus the seal. You’d have to only cut outside the tape perimeter area under the work piece, right?
@theebalzАй бұрын
I live in the Denver area and would like the opportunity to stop by your shop. Is that a possibility?
@MaR6CiN2 ай бұрын
How long can vacuum pump run continuously?
@AirWeights2 ай бұрын
These are rated for continuous duty and can run non-stop all day. We have tested them holding vacuum for over 24 hours non-stop.
@MaR6CiN2 ай бұрын
@@AirWeights thank you
@MaR6CiN2 ай бұрын
How long can you run a vacuum pump continuously ????
@AirWeights2 ай бұрын
These vacuum pumps are rated for continuous use. We have tested them holding vacuum for periods over 24 hours non-stop with no issues.
@MaR6CiN2 ай бұрын
@AirWeights thank you
@p8ntblr12 ай бұрын
I'm assuming the fixture plates are only for NON-through cuts? What do you suggest for repeatable Through cuts. How would you go about indexing the material using air weights so you set it in the place every time (like using bench dogs)?
@AirWeights2 ай бұрын
Fixture Plates ARE used for through cuts! You can cut through your part into the fixture plate material. You just need to make sure you do not breach the vacuum seal when doing so and account for your through cuts in your fixture design. Each fixture plate is completely customizable, allowing the user to machine in flats, add fences, create stops, add holes for dogs or pins, etc... you name it! The fixture plate is your oyster.
@SuperWhizy3 ай бұрын
“Whosoever pulls this block of wooden scrap, if he be worthy, shall possess the power of vacuum.”
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
...so the legend goes....
@acerjuglans3833 ай бұрын
What did you put on top of your vacuum table? The fixture plate, what material is that?
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
The fixture plate is a rigid non-porous material that can be cut into. Custom made to fit the AirWeights vacuum tables, and available through AirWeights
@chrispelletier36613 ай бұрын
Great idea! I have purchased your Airweights system but I need the dxf files for the pin placements please. Thanks Chris
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
Sure thing, please shoot us an email and we will provide that file. We are working to add more instructional info and setup files to the website as well. Thanks so much for your support!
@andrewfritz6953 ай бұрын
People are so messed up
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
for reliable CNC workholding check out AirWeights. Even this very strong man is no match for vacuum hold-down power ;)
@HarveyIndustriesIntl3 ай бұрын
STRONG! 💪
@p8ntblr14 ай бұрын
Can you do a video on the fixture plate?
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
We just uploaded one! Let us know if you have any questions.
@p8ntblr14 ай бұрын
Do you not have to worry about the zones and covering up the zones that you don't need? If so, how do you get access to the zones with the sacrificial mdf on top?
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
The zones that aren't being used are simply plugged. The included rubber plugs can also be cut down for a zero-clearance plug that does not interfere with a top layer.
@BigKahuna6114 ай бұрын
Will the touchplate adhere to the tile gasket?
@p8ntblr14 ай бұрын
Is there an advantage of buying the fixture plates as opposed to 1/4" mdf. Can you make a video of using the fixture plate?
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
They both have specific advantages. The MDF is porous and can provide vacuum across the entire table. The fixture plate is sealed, and provides vacuum under a specific area, and at a stronger vacuum force.
@p8ntblr14 ай бұрын
Can you leave the gaskets at those locations or do you have to reinstall after every use?
@AirWeights4 ай бұрын
Absolutely, you can leave the gasket in place and quickly swap your part. You can even leave different gasket shapes on different locations of your table, and just open up the port you need, essentially leaving dedicated gaskets on the table for different sized parts. Any time you need to re-orient the gasket, it can be moved quickly and easily.
@p8ntblr14 ай бұрын
Can you re-use the sacrificial piece or is it at 1 time use? If the latter that would make this process pretty expensive
@AirWeights4 ай бұрын
Yes, one sheet of the gasket can be re-used many times over. The intention is to cut through your part, and cut just a hair deeper into the gasket. This leaves a tiny mark on the gasket material, but does not compromise the sealing ability. If you are careful with cut depth, you can extend the life of one gasket sheet for a long lifespan. Eventually, if/when the sheet loses its sealing power, or you cut too deep, you can just peel the gasket sheet off the MDF, and re-apply a new adhesive backed sheet.
@AlexK070104 ай бұрын
What is the DBA of the pump?
@chrispelletier36615 ай бұрын
I have a question for you. If I get a second 24x24 board will the vacuums pump work with both at the same time? So to cover a 24”x48” area.
@AirWeights5 ай бұрын
Yes, the vacuum pump will be able to handle an expansion up to 24x48. You can attach 2 of the 24x24 tables to one pump to run both at the same time, and cover a 24x48 table
@chrispelletier36615 ай бұрын
@@AirWeights fantastic! Thanks. When I’m up and running and need to expand. I’ll order another one!
@chrispelletier36615 ай бұрын
Got my kit !! Arrived 2 days ago but can’t try it out for a few weeks since I just had ankle surgery 😢
@OperationStackola2475 ай бұрын
Does the gasket material compress when vacuum is pulled, so that the workpiece is pulled flush to the AirWeight's grid-table thing? Or will the gasket material cause a gap between the AirWeight and workpiece?
@AirWeights5 ай бұрын
The material will compress, as the vacuum pulls the material flat to the Airweights table. This approach ensures you maintain a consistent Z height, with the table surface serving as the same consistent hard stop.
@OperationStackola2475 ай бұрын
Exactly what I wanted to know- thanks.@@AirWeights
@StrataBoy_Peosta5 ай бұрын
Instead of using two long pieces of grid gasket and then cutting two short pieces to fit between them you can place them in a pinwheel arrangement and never need to cut a short one.
@AirWeights3 ай бұрын
Great tip!
@IsaBillions5 ай бұрын
I just have to watch this over and over when I miss my beautiful, authentic and Brilliant Son Jace! Who would ever do this CNC business without AIRWEIGHTS! Love being your Mom! xo
@IsaBillions5 ай бұрын
This is Video is beyond me, I don't see why anyone would still use clamps...? They are understandably not only inefficient ( Clamps ) but also dangerous... time communing, and just a total drag to have to deal with! AirWeights will soon be the industry standard. An elegant Level up! I'm so proud of you! Whats next? xo Mom
@IsaBillions5 ай бұрын
I so LOVE being your Momma! You are out of the World!
@IsaBillions5 ай бұрын
Who's demoing that Jace?
@lelabodezaocreationdinstru35696 ай бұрын
Hi, I tryed but my pumps goes about - 12 Kpa versus -90 Kpa if I put a Composite Aluminum Polyethylène over my table ... What Do I do wrong ?
@lelabodezaocreationdinstru35696 ай бұрын
I have a similat pump and I have a tile gasket 6 mm diameter with 25 mm pitch ...
@Frannocom7 ай бұрын
You can do the same with a newspaper 😅
@acerjuglans3832 ай бұрын
Do you have a video of this to share?
@lelabodezaocreationdinstru35697 ай бұрын
Hi ! What is the material of the table ?
@matthewchastain1368 ай бұрын
just paint the edge with heavy paint and no leaks out the side. very easy and basically free
@rbyt20108 ай бұрын
What material is it made of? Will it stay flat?
@AirWeights8 ай бұрын
The AirWeights table is a multi-layer assembly comprised of several different materials, with the bottom surface being a very flat aluminum sheet. Flatness will only be compromised by installing over a non-flat machine surface. In either case, the AW table would only improve the flatness of the prior surface.
@rbyt20108 ай бұрын
@@AirWeights ok. Thanks
@akka47518 ай бұрын
hi, should the pump run all the time or you can turn it off once the vacuum is created???
@AirWeights8 ай бұрын
The pump needs to be powered on to maintain holding power.
@jackwagonww8 ай бұрын
How much vacuum pull should we expect using the tile gasket?
@zhejianghongchuanmedicalte50928 ай бұрын
Good machine
@206woodworker9 ай бұрын
Love the concept and the product, can't wait to see where you guys take AirWeigts!! Can you "daisy chain" multiple plates? I regularly cut 2x4 sheets of HDPE and something like this would be perfect for that workflow.
@AirWeights9 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! Yes, multiple vacuum tables can be connected together. We are also considering offering a 2x4 table. In either setup, the system can occupy a larger footprint to hold bigger workpieces. Please feel free to direct any specific question on the contact section of our website, we are very responsive there and happy to help!
@acerjuglans3839 ай бұрын
Interesting. I had bought some 1/4" pegboard, fly-cut it, and experimented with putting it right on my HDPE vacuum pad, hoping to do what you've done but in one less step. It didnt work at all, I couldn't draw any vacuum to hold my workpiece on top of all that.
@acerjuglans3839 ай бұрын
Awesome, this is pretty much my setup, but with a smaller vacuum pad. Are you using an oil-less vacuum pump?
@AirWeights5 ай бұрын
Yes, it is an oil-free maintenance-free pump, and it is rated to run continuously.
@acerjuglans3839 ай бұрын
What are you using for grid gasket? I've been researching neoprene, but what I'm currently using is a 1/4" round foam "wire" or "rope", commonly found in hardware stores, in the door insulation aisle, called backer rod.
@acerjuglans3839 ай бұрын
THIS is the first video I've found, in all my months of research this year, of somebody doing exactly what I've been wanting to do...using a small vacuum pump, connected to a small (HDPE?) platen, holding a piece of wood, where you are working on more than one project at a time with your CNC. Thank you for showing this. I've made myself a couple of 8"×12" HDPE platens (no grid though) this year, and bought myself a small vacuum pump, but I havent yet used it for a project with my CNC. It's just cool to see that it will work, in your video.
@AirWeights9 ай бұрын
It works well! The goal was to utilize a small efficient vacuum pump! Good luck with your build!
@aussiegolddogcnc3d4129 ай бұрын
Another great product 😊
@tld515010 ай бұрын
How secure would a smaller part be on just one of those vacuum seals? Seems like you would need at least two points of contact for rotational holding
@AirWeights10 ай бұрын
You can cut smaller parts from larger stock by leaving an 'onion skin' on the bottom layer of the cut (instead of cutting all the way through). The thin onion skin can be easily removed once the stock is removed from the CNC.
@IsaBillions10 ай бұрын
Such a great video!!!
@HamiltonDilbeck10 ай бұрын
Awesome!
@IsaBillions10 ай бұрын
Genius upgrade that will revolutionize the CNC World... I love it!
@AirWeights10 ай бұрын
That's the plan!
@IsaBillions10 ай бұрын
No doubt this will revolutionize the CNC World!
@IsaBillions10 ай бұрын
Fabulous invention! Imagine how many people will be able to revolutionize their CNC Businesses! Great work!