5 Mistakes Beginners Make With Their Desktop CNC Router AND How To Avoid Them - I Made Them Too

[@sman5877]

I had a router cut top of my last joint.cut one of the two tendons that extend the finger open . i had good use of the joint but i listened to the doctor talked me into surgery. He wanted to re attach the cut tendon. It was a bad idea because scare tissue prevented my joint from being movable . I think you made the right decision. thanks for your video it’s going to help many woodworkers.

[@coreyroberts3342]

"You wanna be making CHIPS and not DUST!" that really cleared it up for me, seriously great tips!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Glad to help!

[@paulbergman8228]

Very good ideas! The common different V bits, 60, 90, & 120 and the diameter of the cutting top cutting edges, determine the depth and size of the font you are using, e.g., if the letters are large, then the bigger the angle needed to make the V cut clean letters with the V at the bottom of the cut. The diameter of the cutter does determine the speed based on the rotational speed of the cutting edge: a 1/4” bit has a cutting edge distance in one rotation of pi X the diameter of the bit - 3.14 X .25” = .79”. A 1.0” diameter bit, like a surfacing bit has a cutting edge distance per rotation of: 3.14 X 1” = 3.14”. So, when you take the RPM’s and multiply the distance of the cutting edge per on rotation, it becomes clear just how much diameter affects RPM and feed speeds - 79” X 12,000 rpm’s = 9,480 inches per minute, and the 1” bit cutting edge distance at 12,000 rpm’s is - (the circumference of the path of the cutting edge) 3.14 X 12,000 = 37,680” per minute. It becomes clear just how much the diameter affects the cutter edge distance, feed speed and rpm’s needed to have an effective chip production, size and cutting smoothness to the project, and protect the lifespan of the bit. I hope this helps you all begin to understand cutting protocols! 😎

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Thanks for sharing!

[@petergosney6433]

All good advice. It is relatively easy to create a vacuum hold down system for clampless holding by using the CNC itself to produce disposable, grooved spoil boards. Then, if you buy two inexpensive 30 litre shop vacs (take care, they must be wet and dry vacs, for a vacuum hold down system, or they’ll burn out), you can then use one for dust and one for vacuum, and easily switch the hoses as needed, to give you a substantial 60 litres of dust capacity.

[@reddsmorris7053]

I'm a older retired guy who never did any of this stuff before but wanted to make nice things for friends and family. My machine comes in a week but know nothing about the coding and think that will be my stopping point. I found your channel and love the way you go about working the machine and most of all mounting the work pieces. Where can I find codes people have done to make things and see how things are done. Thanks and great job.?

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I agree with you. I'd start by learning the software that the company recommends. Look up tutorials here on youtube. What machine did you buy?

[@reddsmorris7053]

@@AndyBirdBuilds Evolution 4 lol working on Social Security so not much. Thanks

[@Belka50]

Thank you, your videos are so very helpful!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Awesome to hear!

[@coolerman_13]

just added a dustboot to my machine, 100% agree, it is absolutely necessary.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Its a game changer

[@ratsautomaton1134]

@@AndyBirdBuilds why exactly is it such a game changer? Just because there's less to clean up? Or is there more to it than that? Thanks for the great videos!

[@daleb5967]

Imagine doing high tolerance aerospace cnc work for jet and, rocket engines. I was doing automotive and aerospace cnc work for 25 years. Some of the machines were bigger than a semi truck. Castings bigger than cars. Compound angle work every day.

[@jefferycoleman4371]

I'm learning a lot from you, can't wait to get one! I want the Step craft!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Cool! Great to hear!!

[@JohnGrubb1]

Definitely some things I would have known before I started!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

We had to learn some of them the hard way!

[@CharacterRedWorkshop]

Man ain’t that dust collection tip the truth. I never ran it with mine and it was so messy and always a hassle. Great video my friend!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Such a mess! Thanks for watching!

[@RonMarshallrone]

Thanks man we are getting our onefinity next week finally and you answered a lot of questions. Great vid.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Fantastic! Glad to help

[@dougveganparadisebuilder5808]

I don´t have a CNC (yet, because if I want one I have to import it myself) but you provided valuable information considering getting one.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@davidnelms1072]

Andy, I could not locate the Carbid D resource link below that you mentioned in the video. Also the tools and gear I use link isn't working. I am enjoying your videos. Thank you for posting.

[@LG-ro5le]

had the same problem with clamps sticking above the material and causing problems, ended up getting some toe push side clamps that dont stick above the material, they attach to the sides so its still secure but they dont stick above, for me its a better solution than using superglue/drilling into spoilerboard/using double sided tape

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Thats a good solution. I just don't like that you have to adjust them everytime for different size stock. Either there too close or too far away.

[@bryanluke8401]

All great info! I’ll have to rewatch when I get a cnc!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@tstanley01]

3:10 composite nail gun...it's life changing

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I need to try this!

[@wildtaz13]

Strong content! Thanks for your help! My machine arrives in a couple weeks! You probably saved me tons of money!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Thats so great to hear! Happy to share

[@fournier1592]

@@AndyBirdBuilds hey Andy, i know this video is a few months old now so hopefully you notice this comment, but do you plan on uploading more CNC projects ad helpful videos like this? your videos are my go to and ive probably watched them all 15 times. I just purchased my first 30x30 sienci longmill coming from a 3018, there arent many really solid resourses and helpful videos out there quite like yours!

[@thesplinteredfinger]

Glad I found your channel, so much great information.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I am too! Happy to share!

[@raiazmohammed8296]

Great Info. Looking to get a CNC Machine. Any recommendation.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I have a lot of videos on my channel about this

[@Luckyse7en1980]

Many thanks for this. Really appreciate it. I am looking at getting a cnc router, any suggestions?

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Great! It depends on your budget and what you plan on cutting with it

[@Luckyse7en1980]

@@AndyBirdBuilds probably around 500GBP and mainly pine-beech or possibly some Spanish oak

[@goodwinml]

Great video. Thank you. Just bought your guide. Thank again. Been following you for a long time. All vids are great!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Fantastic, Mike! I'm glad you find my content helpful! Thanks for the support!

[@goodwinml]

@@AndyBirdBuilds , been following you for a while. Awesome content so far. Lol

[@goodwinml]

I had an XXL since Black Friday 2019 but a heart attack and some other shit got in the way. Up and going now. If I make $50 or $5000 a month I don’t care. Hobby+ for me. After 37 total years working for Uncle Sam I am playing the retired life. Keep up the great work.

[@christiantardieu7561]

Where is the link of carbide guide for the feed and speed that you have mentioned

[@jeffcheatham1744]

Thanks Andy, I always appreciate your advice and information when you give it out.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

You're welcome. I hope you find it helpful!

[@alejandrorochaweimar9442]

Do you think this machine is too much for just cutting letters for signs ? Using material like MDF, acrylic and PVC

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

No, not at all. You can check it out here shop.carbide3d.com/andybirdbuilds

[@arbjful]

Any tips for working on aluminum?

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

No, I don't. I've only worked with it a handful of times

[@MartyOfAllTrades]

Awesome advice Andy.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Happy to share

[@thegenxproject5941]

Hey can you address issues with static and EMI affecting the stepper motors and proper bonding?

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Most of the static is generated from the router. Run your power cord opposite of all your other electronics.

[@thegenxproject5941]

@@AndyBirdBuilds it’s pretty hard to do. Do you not run your router power through your drag chain?

[@TheJonboix]

Excellent Thank you

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Great! Thanks for watching

[@JanHilt]

No details to find on your double sided carpet tape you mention in this video? Did you take the info out? Did you find something better?

[@luismdeulofeu5771]

Great information thanks

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Absolutely! Glad you enjoyed

[@prince2thethrone]

thanks for the info, greatly appreciated

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

No problem!

[@rickkeys2345]

You teach well!

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Thank you for the encouragement!

[@ivanscountrymusicandcars2357]

I’m thinking about axiom. Have you used the air hold down on it?

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I haven't used an Axiom but I've heard good things.

[@hayabusa3558]

Hi ! I am new to cnc . Can you help what cnc model should i get start . Thanks

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

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[@michaelsparks9935]

Andy - can I please have the Amazon link to the type of Shur tape you use? TIA

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I've never been able to find it online. I get it locally at Lowes

[@dbansgopaul]

I spent alotttt on bits 😢😭 not knowing anything about CNC woodwork.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Its easy to do.

[@StevenDavisPhoto]

Knew most of this, but great tips for newbs.

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

Great! Thanks for watching

[@clearcut6818]

I didn't think it was necessarily necessary.

[@stuffinfinland]

I was the 667th liker . Sorry.

[@wayneluman8770]

89

[@user-py3nl4bb3t]

Thank you so much Saludos

[@jamessmelser4325]

Andy. Matt with 731 Woodworks suggested I get in contact with you.