I got a HUGE new CNC Router! (AVID CNC 4x8 PRO 4896) // Woodworking

Learn how to build a huge 4x8 CNC router, the 4x8 PRO 4896 from AVID CNC! I'll go over setting up dust collection for the CNC, getting the machine assembled, setting up Mach4, squaring the table and gantry, and tramming the spindle. In my next video, I'll show the process of setting up the vacuum workholding, as well as a t-track fixturing table, so stay tuned for that next week!
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[@darrelbaring]

Thank you for posting this video. I'm buying the Avid CNC Pro 4896 next month after doing tons of research on buying a cnc machine on the internet, so your video is a Godsend for newbie's like me. I'm very grateful and you are much appreciated.

[@ak2007r6]

Super jealous of the CNC. Great setup. I had to smile when I saw the clamps get cut. I've had so many of those moments on my smaller CNC that its nice to know I'm not the only one!

[@littlejohnny3215]

God bless you guys who actually do the videoing of the build process. I’m the type to be more inclined to just build any project than worry about videoing/editing & posting! 😂 I’m in the process of building my second woodworking shop. We just moved to a 10 acre place on a mountain. So I’m dividing a 36’x40’ 4-car garage in half and adding an additional 10’x20’ room off the back. About 920 sq ft of shop when I’m finished. Where’s my video camera? Not! Good luck with your CNC! LOOKS FABULOUS!

[@davidalan6701]

Congrats on checking that off your bucket list. You’re living my dream.

[@zamadam66irebmaz]

It's really awesome to see how effortlessly you mix and match installing your new CNC machine.

[@Chupria]

Would absolutely love to see how you did your Vacuum table work-holding system. Looking forward to that video very much.

[@markadamarnold]

This was seriously fun to watch! Love your process and videos. Can't wait for the next one!

[@matsler89]

Vacuum tables on CNC machines make a huge difference compared to a regular hold down table. Also calipers instead of a tape measure makes measuring and squaring stuff up on a CNC is a must.

[@nicolaspillot5789]

@stephen matsler yeah i too really had a hard time switching my mind from woodworking (rules, squares, saw and chisels) to machining (calipers, feeds and speeds) ... quite a leap of faith ☺

[@randomusername7096]

This. As a CNC machinist I can confirm

[@CheB136]

Literally started watching your videos today, and you're the most skilled human being i've ever seen

[@BobGarrett66]

Seriously.

[@will9603]

That’s impressive piece of kit. The quality is there to see.

[@Jeff_369]

Great video! Thank you. I'm wanting to get into CNC for a potential retirement gig down the road. I love your setup!!!

[@dankasprick1801]

Congratulations man! Very jealous. Can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@Airn5475]

Congrats on the machine! I’m jealous! Nice video pace for assembly. I would definitely refer to this video

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

A CNC like this is a freakin dream! I'm hoping to be building one of these one day on my channel!

[@sapelesteve]

Now that is one hell of a CNC machine! Not in my wood working future but I can't wait to see what you make with it....👍

[@scubasteve159753]

Awesome machine and super excited to see more videos of it. I love both CNC production videos and also the assembly/maintenance/upgrade videos.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Matt!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Man, that thing is a beast! Can't wait to see what you make with it!

[@ryandarby6944]

Could you do a video of a arts list in everything you had to buy from avid to get this machine up and running

[@Dan-qp1el]

What an amazingly beautiful assembly process.

[@kazukarukelley]

Huge fan of the AVID! hoping to get my hands on a similar setup in the future.

[@mosesjurassic3686]

This is an interesting way to setup the geometry of the machine. How about a caliper instead of a measuring tape? For trimming the spindle you usually use a dial gauge.

[@user-lw2ky7ez2x]

Q: You use a gear rack for movement - Not anti backlash leading screw - how do you deal with the backlash in CNC ?

[@mikeb3010]

It’s a Beast. Looking forward to seeing your future updates

[@norym90]

Thanks for replying on Grabcad! Now I see this vid I remembering it. But didn’t know it belongs to you! 👍🏻

[@markpalmer3071]

Love these CNC machines, the vacuum hold looks interesting

[@Jkirk3279]

Not really. Vacuum hold is only okay for sign work. Give me T Slots or give me DEATH !

[@williamcanepa3079]

blows my mind how amazing this is

[@jlf1430]

Super impressive machine, can't wait to see your products...

[@jimmyz1686]

Can’t wait to see the vacuum hold down system.

[@86rix]

Same! I think it's worth half the cost of the actual CNC

[@iancrossley6637]

Just spent the last week troubleshooting electronic malfunctions on my 20+ year old machine. This looks like a good next step -Avid. Good tip with the locktite. Is it possible to rotate the controller 90 degrees so that you can see the ports?

[@johnryan1698]

Congrats on the new machine.

[@serdaraytemiz9978]

This is a very high quality kit. Attention to detail is top notch. The only thing I did not like was the cut in half Y axis. I think at this quality level the owners would not mind the extra shipping cost of the longer rails.

[@TommyTompkins]

Great video! Your timing coming out with this video is perfect. I just received my 5x10 Avid CNC Pro in boxes but still have a couple weeks yet until I can start the build process. I'm really interested to see more on your vacuum work holding system.

[@MrIsaacpr7]

How much did that kit run you?

[@TommyTompkins]

@@MrIsaacpr7 Just over 14k

[@davidthompson9359]

Thank you for the time you put into this video. I've been reviewing options for when I purchase an AVID CNC and I notice with your vacuum holding system that you can't install a vertical table, or I don't see how you can. Have you thought of installing a vertical table or do you have other tools for that operation? Can you install the vacuum system on the other end of the table so you could put in a vertical table and/or a rotary axis?

[@joshuac1364]

Very impressive machine. This was a fun one to watch. Congrats man!

[@craftedworkshop]

I’m super pumped to put it to use! Thanks

[@elliotstokes6134]

So jealous, this thing is epic!

[@VistipoeVii]

When it ran through the clamp I was LMAO as I have hit my share of screws I use to hold my pieces down.

[@MattesonCreations]

Just in time! I'll be watching these videos closely, my Avid should be shipping next month!

[@dsdragoon]

That a great looking CNC Router.

[@judas587]

What a gorgeous cnc. The red color seems to be your favourite and I do have to say that the red color really matches with you man . What a great video. Now I am going forward to build this cnc machine in the future thanks to your tutorial

[@Darfail]

Very easy subscribe with this level of content, really detailed footage of how it works and is put together, thank you

[@izidor9199]

Seeing a woodworker squaring a CNC with a measuring tape. I got the chills.

[@Z-add]

What's the correct way

[@sideburnie]

@@Z-add calipers

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty impressive CNC, dude! 😃 Congrats!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@jeff_reginio]

This is really interesting video! I might get CNC someday!

[@professionaltinkerer]

Soooooo jealous! Congrats!

[@LoST5757]

Thought the same thing when building mine, why are the connections on the bottom of the control box.

[@timdaviszaper]

About 13 weeks and I will have my 5x10. Looking forward to it.

[@moderntouchfurniture]

Hey Johnny I just purchased your River resin bed frame plans, looking forward to the build. I’m also very curious how your workflows will performe with this new CNC, Avid looks like the biggest bang for the dollar, but with the vacuum, still a good chunk money.

[@Nobel0]

WOW man i wish i have just a shop like this.. i will sleep there all days ^^

[@StevenDavisPhoto]

I have the exact same config coming in a few months. Just ordered. Guessing August. The waiting sucksssss.

[@khaledalhalabi9028]

Perfect.Thank you for this video ❤️

[@toddspeck9415]

Awesome video. Your shop looks so nice.

[@smc_scooper]

Nice video man. Interested in one of these machines myself. How much space do you feel you need around the CNC to be able to work with it and load sheet goods on it comfortably?

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Nice video man! Keep it up!

[@nordyfamily]

Great job. Thanks for showing all the set up. I appreciate it. Keep up the hard work.

[@bertwinlord7449]

I want to build this in my high school shop class. This will be a great build and better then spending 20k to buy the one they are trying to sellme.

[@GPDIY]

Great product and great video!

[@shivakumarnatrajan]

Excellent video preperation..

[@davidr.massey419]

Based out of the Metro Detroit area there are 2 places that supply "Rexroth Bosch Group"--their "Aluminum Structural Framing System". Here macho robotics are precisely fabricated in the auto industry using "T"-Slotted Aluminum extrusions. There are an easy 100 companies producing this stuff. I went on line to their site for a few projects. Asked for their one inch thick book catalog, and got a flash drive with the same but also including CAD for everything they have(most people don't have the storage space to download this anyway). Everything can be loaded to SolidWorks enabling anyone to attain exact measurements and all components to make any CNC bridge or gantry milling solutions. Their website will direct to your most conveniently located supply shop that cuts, and packs anything u can dream up.

[@wingowingo2928]

Would you think a common cordless drill, like the Milwaukee M12 drill, will be sufficient for your cordless ratchet?

[@jppoolcleaners]

How much did you pay for this machine again??

[@BingBaddaBoom45]

What’s the total cost and power requirements? Does the dust collection seem undersized for the CNC?

[@MNDeezy]

such a good video. thank you!!!!

[@zenvent]

I priced this 'kit' out on their site (3 HP router) and it came out at $11,157.75. Not terrible, but also seems high for something that requires a lot of assembly and is essentially aluminum extrusion. I'm looking for alternatives.

[@mafketeltje1988]

well, its essentially aluminum extrusion as you say so why not buy the profiles and have a go for it

[@ibrahimmekrous176]

Love it keep going 👍

[@hanzon]

wow I like your videos, looking forward to next

[@billb860]

Dang Johnny. You’re going to need a bigger shop! Congrats

[@AB-cy2wf]

If you made a drinking game, where you took a shot every time he said the word “Gantry”... you’d be died before the end of this video.

[@tuberroot1112]

Just don't drink every time he does an annoying laugh while talking. ;)

[@Painfulwhale360]

Died

[@williamztodd]

pro level is the same game but on 2x speed

[@andrewbeaton3302]

Love this! Proper!

[@1960fusion]

Poor Clamps died a violent death!...thanks for the video, based upon my space, i am in the process of deciding what size table i want to buy.

[@aleksandrskorik3381]

Great job 👍

[@mitchbledsoe5562]

Excellent! Thanks

[@sp.og.6702]

What a masterpiece

[@elcarpinterodedc5340]

wow this is awesome

[@sebastiendesormeaux1853]

You have spec/details on that spindle? Are you running it on single phase 220 or you have 3 phases?

[@Richard-yr5zj]

I’m about to get my Avid CNC next week. So, I rewatched your video. I have a quick question(s). I also got a Dust Right 1250 collector. I was planning on running a 6” flex hose. How is the 4” working for you? Do you think the 6” would do better? Thanks for the advise.

[@daviddru942]

Classic first cut!

[@KernHerskindNightingale]

... and I’ll be killing more orange clamps in the next video, so make sure to subscribe 🤣 Keep up the good work. 👍

[@Artnovetor]

Muito bom parabéns 👏👏👏

[@briancnc]

@11:43 that's called the full depth spindle test. Luckily you ran through the plastic parts of those clamps haha.

[@MsMammeta]

where did you buy those bosch like tubes? or they were all part of the same kit?

[@gulshankapoor8924]

Please guide me from where I can purchase complete set, and how much it will costs, thanks.

[@charlesreicks648]

Dammmm That is a monster.

[@ttrudo9554]

Sorry about your clamp but that had me dying 😂

[@Tjup]

awsome machine, can i ask how much u spend on it? and is there a guide to build it?

[@fierceflyer5]

Nice CNC & shop. Big $$$$

[@salehfurnituredesign]

This really huge 😂😍

[@caseyguard]

Wow, thank you for this video!

[@craftedworkshop]

No problem!

[@craigbarley4735]

Hi, maybe stupid question but would it be possible to fit the pro4896 in a tight space so the only access is from one lenght side. Or do you need access to all around the machine

[@lukecnc8500]

Great job. Top

[@Slavko_Husam]

5:50 I wouldn't say it's perfectly aligned along the whole rail.. In this case, I would put the jig at shorter distances and gradually. This way it can be slightly off in the middle, however nice documentation ;)

[@thanhnhanhuynhnguyen3652]

I was thinking the same. If its hiwin it can be off by 0,04mm per m. I bought chinese knock off rail and trust me it takes me 5 days to mount it with 0,08mm over 3 meters. The center which is 1,5m is still has 0,02mm though

[@Slavko_Husam]

@@thanhnhanhuynhnguyen3652 yeah, I believe I'm within 0.02mm range in 750mm 😅

[@mohammed_Elmsery]

I needed to assemble a cnc machine If possible, what are the parts and motors required?

[@Silverturky]

Hey man i know this is an old video but did you have any issues with your liner rails on the sides binding the bearings at the seams? One side of my machine the rails have a really noticable bump as they pass over the seams actually stopping the bearing when i move them by hand

[@Z-add]

How far is the spindle from the gantry? It look like a good 1ft away.

[@Kcustom216]

How fast would your machine cut cabinet pieces from a 4x8 sheet?

[@julikb]

first think of cnc work preparing are the clips in the csene...

[@k2line706]

Does that ratchet tool have a torque setting? How did you know you weren't stripping the aluminum threads?

[@Zorwan]

Can this cnc (with its gear rack mechanism) mill aluminum? What about steel?

[@Zogg1281]

Damn, I want a CNC soooooo badly, but I don't have room for the size I want and couldn't afford to pay for it if I did. Mabey one day I'll have to try to find a spot for a smaller one..... that would be nice 😊 It's really cool to see you getting one and I'm looking forward to how you've set up your vacuum hold down system which looks really good. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍👍

[@silvialily8258]

What size of CNC router do you think is suitable?

[@dominicknopf3615]

What touch plate did you do? Can you put a link to it?

[@weldon2848]

Nice job , im building 2 CNC they will be copy of Avid CNC