First Project: Surfacing QCW Wasteboard on NEW Onefinity Elite Foreman CNC

[@PeterGross-co7vr]

Tough game last night. Your videos are very informative. I think I have watched them all. Thanks!

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Ugh! Yep, tough loss for sure.😩 But thanks for watching my videos, Peter. I’m glad you like them!😊👍

[@nich5696]

Love the content. each day I inch closer to buying one of these machines

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

I’ve had a Bob’s, an X-Carve and a Shapeoko. I can tell you without hesitation that this Onefinity is in a class of its own. Do you currently have a CNC?

[@boliu9608]

Which Shapeoko did you have? The Shapeoko 5Pro looks extremely promising with linear rails compared to the Onefinity. @@MitchellsWoodwork

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

@@boliu9608 I had the Shapeoko Pro XXL. My main reason for changing was the need for a bigger cutting area. I too looked hard and heavy at the SO5 Pro, I was a Shapeoko guy. But after doing a lot of research and comparison, I just felt like the Onefinity was clearly the better, stiffer, and heavier duty machine. Now, two months later I’ve never had one second of regret. There really is no comparison between the Onefinity and Shapeoko. Just being honest.

[@justincollins9981]

Mitchell, did your tram the spindle be fore you surfaced the machine. I am not sure if its a nessacary step thanks Foran any information! love your videos!

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

@@justincollins9981 Hi Justin, I’ve never trammed my machine. Your surfacing pass will let you know if it needs to be trammed. Thanks for watching!

[@ryankim3612]

Thank you kind sir for making these videos. Mine is in the process of being sent out to me, and I’m very excited! Now I just gotta learn how to do the thing!!!! I appreciate your videos a lot. Sub’d and thumbs up!

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Awesome! You’re gonna love your new 1F CNC! Which model are you getting?

[@mikeremillard5414]

Mitchell, When you zeroed you 1F did you zero XY in center and then got to upper far right and zeroed both again

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

No, I only set the X Y in the center of the spoilboard. Thanks for watching!

[@MStoica]

I’ve just decided to cry once and got one myself. Plus a set of 10 replacement blades. It’s my 5th bits&bits order since I got my 1F, and I’m still using the discount code from 1F. I guess there is no rule that you can only use the code once 😁

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

You’re gonna love it, that thing is a monster….and very unnerving the first time you crank it up! If the 1F code ever stops working you can use my affiliate code MITCHWOOD10 to save 10% on your order! Or simply click this link: bitsbits.com/ref/6251/

[@BenFuller-ls8pm]

First thank you for your videos. Ive watched a lot if not all. Im experiencing the same connections delays in the masso link. I've tried this. I've tried deleting and reinstalling it, and i made sure im on the same band, and still after hours pc reads "connecting" masso touch reads "connected". AI couldn't help. Any suggestions?

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

I'm still looking for the solution, too. When I find the answer I'll definitely share it here on KZbin.

[@davehoffman9767]

Put that in your pipe and smoke it, HA! HA! Your plain and simple and down to earth, just like me, mellow, LOL!!! great job! Sorry had to edit because I see your a Chiefs fan, HA! HA! Well I am in Bears county and we could have had that QB and we turn it down,LOL Love your videos and yes I like and been subcribed,,,, Go Bear Mitchelle!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

😁 Your comment made my day!! Yep, and I ain’t acting, what you see is what you get! I guess I’ll forgive you for being a Bears fan… I feel like we owe y’all that much anyway, for gifting Mahomes to us! 😉👍

[@goforthbmerry]

Same harbor freight set. They work great.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Yep! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@NeilBlanchard]

I use a set of L-shaped hex keys from Bondhus - they are quite robust. They have a ball on the long end, and barely wear at all.

[@ryankim3612]

That’s a good idea picking up the hex keys at HF!

[@billmurphy7310]

I noticed in some of your history you mentioned previously having a Shapeoko Pro. What was the main reason you switched to the Onefinity Elite and what was the biggest learning curve lesson? I enjoyed your wasteboard video.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

@billmurphy7310 Good question! The main reason i wanted a new machine was the need for a larger cutting area. The biggest learning curve is the Masso controller on the Elite machines. It’s like starting over from scratch, especially if you were used to using Carbide Motion, like I was. But it’s so worth the time it takes to learn how to take full advantage of all it’s capable of. I’m 2 months in and have been sharing everything I’ve learned so far. Lots more to learn but it’s really exciting to be able to work with a machine and software that is truly best in class.

[@sdasherx]

Good idea to remove the tool setter just incase. It looks like you almost had another problem at 12:30 with the back of the hose getting hung up. Did you make the tool path with the Masso? That's how I made mine for surfacing.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

No, I just made the tool path in VCarve as usual. I don’t know how to create tool paths in Masso, didn’t even know it was possible! Good eye with the hose tangle issue, but I corrected that problem right away. 😉👍

[@wraven7974]

I am sitting here with an Elite Foreman in my cart. I can’t find anything on why I should spend the extra $450 for the QCW. I’ve enjoyed your videos so I figured I could get an understandable explanation from you.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Honestly, I’m not sure I’d order it again if I had it to do over. It’s fine but I hate the 8” spacing between the T-Tracks. If it had 4” spacing like my Shapeoko Pro XXL wasteboard I’d recommend it. But as it is, my advice is save that money for a spindle and VFD.

[@wraven7974]

Oh… the PWN cart is also loaded and has allocated funds! Thank you. (I’m sure I’ll use that 450 quickly once I’m up and running and discover why I “need” add ons.) Plus I imagine I’ll be using some to buy you a few coffees.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

@@wraven7974 I absolutely love my PwnCNC spindle kit and v2 dust boot. They are such a great company, you’ll be glad you chose them! Don’t forget about my affiliate code to save 5% on your order! MITCHWOOD5 And I always appreciate a coffee! 😉

[@JETSIGNS]

8:30 i think its because of your chiefs wall paper haha #GONINERS

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

🤣👍 How ‘bout those Chiefs!!

[@stevereese6488]

I finally got my elite foreman assembled and ready to surface my spoil board, what program or where did you find a surfacing program? I also got the 2 “ bit.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

I use Vectric VCarve Pro. Just watch this video and other surfacing videos until it starts to “click” for you. I’d suggest just doing some basic quick projects (squares, circles, etc.) on scrap lumber until you get to know your setup better before making permanent changes to your spoilboard.

[@velocityacoustics]

Can you make a video showing all the acessories you bought and why. CNC newbie here, doing my research before I buy. wow that spindle setup cost $3,700? To get started do i need it, or should i get some experience and just buy the makita router?

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

My PwnCNC spindle kit is $974.00, including the 220v 80mm water cooled spindle, pond pump with 30’ Superthane tube, and Kool Connection hose adapters. I started with a Makita router on my previous CNC’s and did lots of great work with it. The spindle kit is so much nicer, but it’s certainly not a necessity. At some point I may make a video on my setup, thanks for the suggestion and thanks for watching!

[@markbarton8358]

A comment only for IT folks. I thought it was cute that he masked his internal IP address. :D.

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

🤣 Live and learn, bro… live and learn! I have a lot of strong Neanderthal genes to overcome as I continue this journey out of my cave. 😂

[@tristonm37]

I thought there was not a pendent for the Elite. Where can I get one of those along with the instructions on setup?

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

That’s the Masso MPG Pendant. It’s awesome! www.masso.com.au/product/mpg-pendant/ Here a link to the installation video I did last year. Installing A Masso MPG Pendant on Onefinity Elite Foreman CNC kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWSWe6uJrc6YepY

[@tristonm37]

@@MitchellsWoodwork Ya, I just happened to find your video on it before I saw your reply. I am ordering one now. I used to use a wireless mini keyboard on my Shapeoko and knew there had to be a solution for the Elite, so I wouldn't have to bounce back and forth from the job to the screen. Thank you!!!!

[@nasty906]

The best videos

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Thank you!!

[@chchchscott1]

Go Lions

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

I’d love to see your Lions win the Super Bowl…as long as they’re not playing the Chiefs! There should be a movie made about the 2023 Lions, whether the go to or win the Super Bowl or not. Such an amazing story!

[@mikeremillard5414]

Mitchell, did you import a file for surfacing looking for more detail on start with masso for surfacing waste board newbie here and I like your videos

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Hi Mike, thanks for watching! In VCarve Pro I just created a square that matched the dimensions of my wasteboard, then set up a pocket toolpath to run .02" deep. The only thing I'd do different the next time would be to run it as a raster cut instead of an offset cut.

[@fandfcreationsnj]

Hello and thank for the videos great content. I'm waiting for me foreman elite setup with 2.2 water. would you be able to tell me the height of requirement from the top of your table to the top of highest point above the spindle tubing when spindle is in highest position. I need to build my table but trying to get it to fit under my shop cabinets. trying to determine if i need to shorten my cabinets. Thanks

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

From my wasteboard to the top arc of my tubing is about 23.5”.

[@fandfcreationsnj]

​@@MitchellsWoodwork thank you i appreciate your reply

[@mikeremillard5414]

Mitchell .. when masso is in the middle of carving can you stop the job ( for what ever reasons.. walk away ) and start it back from start point......

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Yes, there are three external buttons on the Masso. E-Stop, a red “pause” button, and a green resume button. The machine will pause and then resume where it left off. There are so many other features that put the Masso truly in a league of its own in the hobby CNC market. There’s nothing else even close.

[@rhilliard377]

Man I love your videos. You are showing all the things I am going through to get my machine up and running. I thank you for that! So when you load that other bit, does your masso show the wrong tool loaded until you run the program or is there a way to make it show that tool loaded? Or how do you tell the masso after the manual tool change what tool is there now?

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Great question! The #1 rule is to never change or load a tool until prompted to do so by the Masso. By doing this, your Masso always knows which bit is loaded. Thanks for watching!

[@rhilliard377]

@@MitchellsWoodwork How can I force the masso to request a tool change? I can use the manual tool change button but it doesn't change the tool in use on the masso. Thanks

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

Let's assume you want to load tool #11 into the spindle: Go to F2 > MDI > In box next to "Run" button, type t11m6 > tap "Run" t11 = tool 11 m6 = change tool

[@rhilliard377]

@@MitchellsWoodwork Yes sir. I didn't give you enough info. I too had a surfacing bit that doesn't fit anywhere so I had to change back to a manual tool changer and then enter the g code and it then gave me the message about changing the tool and hitting cycle start. And it worked. Thanks man. Gonna work on the surfacing file now!

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

@@rhilliard377 oh great! Let me know how it goes for you. Here is my digital business card if you need further assistance. dot.cards/mitchellswoodwork

[@Boxboys.Audio.Sound.Solutions]

do you have a video of how to connect the masso touch wifi ?

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

I just uploaded a new WiFi video today.😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGSrk5SnnNGpaMksi=I5_Nfi9TZXx60_kl

[@billybanks682]

What size is your table thanks

[@MitchellsWoodwork]

My Kreg Universal Bench is 64” x 64”.