How to CNC a 3D Illusion Edge Lit Lamp

[@idiotburns]

This is how more videos should be made for how to CNC

[@amper66c.d55]

good job 👍🏻👍🏻

[@dustytrailsworkshop]

Thanks for the detailed video of both construction and carve of the project!

[@lukesiudut9820]

Hey! Thank You for a great video. I believe engraving depth should be 0.005" (0.127mm) and not 0.05" (1.27mm) as shown on the video. As You said before, You should only scratch the surface. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

[@aimenehabaieb]

Hey, 0.5 inches is 0.127 mm.

[@milkcastein]

@@aimenehabaieb nope broo.

[@rescobar8572]

.500" is 12.7mm,

[@MrNetAble]

Can you do the same in metrics, not in out of date IMPERIAL foots and craps... ?

[@frebersfix-it7202]

I have a question about setting up the tools. At about 6:38, the feed rate and plunge rate are in mm/sec and again at about 8:40. All else in the toolpath set up is in inches. Is this a personal preference, or is there an advantage to use both metric and inch measurements? This is a great video, I'll be using it for future projects, and thanks for the pointer to 3bee-studio, they have some interesting vector art.

[@johnross9369]

Nice job. I make my own base units but may consider buying those type you used. Thanks for the great video.

[@krism2746]

Do you have a video on how to make your bass? Or a link to one?

[@johnross9369]

@@krism2746 I do not have a video or plans for the base units. I make the base out of three separate pieces cut out on my cnc machine. Two pieces are of the same stock and one piece is from 1/4" ply. I make different size signs for folks and I just make adjustments to the size of the base accordingly. If you have a CNC I could try to get a file out to you. Let me know. Email me at [e-mail] and I'll get a couple of pics out to you.

[@tS-gh9dj]

Great video thanks. And I don’t even use a step craft a shapeoko but this video was really easy to follow.

[@cristicioaba3029]

Very nice. Can you please tell me how do finish the edge? Also...it is upcut bit?

[@jonathanswift9584]

Where did you find the Acrylic? I have struggled with some acrylic melting.

[@StepcraftInc]

You have to use CAST acrylic. It machines much nicer with clean chips. I get it from here www.tapplastics.com/product/plastics/cut_to_size_plastic/acrylic_sheets_cast_clear/510

[@erox-ve6iy]

What’s the measurements on acrylic width

[@raymartinez5389]

@@StepcraftInc may u please give the dimensions of the cast acrylic please? LxWxD ?

[@brightsides6581]

Which are the preferred 3d design websites besides 3Bee studio you do use or you will prefer

[@victorpezoherrera5950]

Hi friend. What is the drill bit for engraving?

[@StepcraftInc]

We used a carbide tipped Engraving Point (spindle not spinning) www.stepcraft.us

[@simarpannu9600]

Hey, how deep should I engrave for the best result?

[@stormnation6387]

you only need scratch the surface, the irregular cut/scratch will act as a light prism

[@Guerkio]

Hi!, when I do the cut out it gives me a GRBL error and stops, any idea what this is?

[@johnross9369]

Have you tried redoing the tool path? That may help you out.

[@aminemabrouk5118]

what is post processor. please ?

[@poolpilot07]

Question….. can i do this on a laser engraver ??

[@kamahami7]

Well theoretically yes, just you need different software and inputs. I am also doing research on it rn, because I want to try it on laser, but I dont have much more info to share with u my friend.

[@devendrabhonde2382]

great video sir..........which acrylic sheet u used

[@StepcraftInc]

just 5mm acrylic. Anything from a home improvement store or hardware store will work. Or Amazon

[@bentebrunsvelt319]

Super good

[@uglyhouserescue3382]

What type of bit do you recommend for engraving on the CNC?

[@StepcraftInc]

If you are doing fine line engraving, then I use a non rotating spring-loaded engraving point. www.stepcraft.us/shop/product/10125-engraving-point-111?search=engraving That will give you the best results. If you need to pocket larger areas than any single flute upcut plastic bit will work with the right feed/speed settings

[@TheDeswill]

How do you get away using imperial and mm on the same tool path ??

[@StepcraftInc]

You can design in either with Vectric. The post processor will convert your design to MM automatically.

[@fabiosalanova1857]

Hey do you know if a can do that on a DIY CnC router like for 150$ ?

[@zakariyasam4134]

What is the price please?

[@SpideyScott72]

@7:10 you say 50 thousandths. its actually 5 hundredths.

[@jay07059]

Aren't they the same? I think both would be correct to say.

[@MJAurora369]

What depth are you setting you cuts at?

[@rchavez5056]

He shows it on the video.

[@ianknight2053]

Thank you. I would like to make one of these but there’s no way I can’t afford V-Carve Pro.

[@StepcraftInc]

you can do this with Cut 2D ($149). You do not need V Carve Pro. It just happened to be the program we were using when shooting the video

[@raymartinez5389]

dimensions of glass and name of brand and model?

[@StepcraftInc]

Its not glass it is plastic (Plexiglass) the size would depend on the project size and thickness you need for you bass. This was 5mm acrylic used. No specific brand

[@Horic63s]

Name of the machine?

[@StepcraftInc]

Stepcraft D.840 CNC www.stepcraft.us