How To Engrave Glass On a CNC Router [With A Drag Bit], Glass Etching

[@EdAgers110]

Garrett, I’ve watched a couple dozen of your videos and learned an awful lot from you but this is BY FAR my favorite of ALL of them because of the sonogram etching! Hit me straight in my heart, man. I will have to get one of those bits from you so I can do that myself someday. Thanks for the ride!!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

EdAgers110, I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the sonogram etching video so much! It's a really special project to work on. I'll have to look into making those bits available for purchase - stay tuned for updates. Thank you for your support!

[@anitamshaw9967]

When my budget allows it, I definitely want to add this bit to my toolbox! The ultrasound is amazing! I saw you do it in wood, but this blows that away! I have some flat glass bottles I'd like to do something with. You've given me inspiration!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

anitamshaw9967, I'm so glad to hear that you're feeling inspired! That ultrasound technique really does open up new possibilities, especially with materials like glass bottles. Can't wait to see what you come up with when you add that bit to your toolbox!

[@dhebert111]

Wow, this is an incredible idea! I would have never come up with an idea like this if given a hundred years to try. I've watched more than a few of your videos, and I want you to know that your teaching skills, among a plethora of others, have informed and inspired my "CNC journey"...I guess you'd call it ?? Thanks for doing all this, It's appreciated.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

dhebert111, I'm really glad to hear that you find the ideas inspiring! Your CNC journey sounds exciting, and I'm thrilled to be a part of it. Thank you for your kind words!

[@keithscrafts]

Wow, wasn't expecting that at the end. My mind is blown. My sister is due in July and she would be dead impressed with something like that.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Keith. I've actually thought about specializing in making sonograms like this for pregnant soon-to-be moms. Mount them on a wood base with LED lighting.

[@keithscrafts]

@@IDCWoodcraft Was the sonogram one personal to a particular person or just a generic image from online?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

@@keithscrafts It is of my late grandson and an actual sonogram. Very challenging since no software can interpret the lines. I had to figure out the technique. So...it is very original

[@keithscrafts]

@@IDCWoodcraft terribly sorry to hear that

[@unclebob8746]

Found you this morning and have been binge watching all day. Have to take a break and refuel. Outstanding channel! Subscribed. BTW Danny Thomas was a Freemason. I donate automatically every month. It's all about the kids - our future. God Bless you.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Bob, I donate to lots of things. St. Jude and organizations that teach poeple how to break the cycle of financially struggling. Glad to have you on board. Glad you're taking that pee break from time to time. I don't want to be the cause of accidents lol

[@ronnytubbs4316]

Thank you for your teaching skills. I have come back to the same video, and watched it so I could set up my programs, and then venture on to my own success, and mistakes. I can't wait to try the engraving, but I have about 12 projects I have to get done first. I have a hobby (expensive one), but this one brings in some money as well. My son told me to quit giving stuff away, but I always get order from other people who see what I have done. I still have a long way to go, but thank you so much for helping this newbie out!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Ronnie. I agree with your son. People want to pay for things and you have a skill. Stop giving stuff away. Engraving is great. I am like you. there are a lot of things I want to make yet have a lot of things that come first.

[@Dta1996]

Nice job Garrett! The ultrasound is a cool way to say "baby"!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Doug. So true. It would be an interesting baby shower gift

[@joehainz1500]

Hello, I am Josef H. from CZ. Herritated a family company from my father, or better in one iear I will and father will retire. Just diving in your videos and find it super. We have whole lot of machines, mostly lasers from Trotec( :))) ), USCAM, Bodor and some MIMAKI printers. We also have an CNC router Gravograph IS 6000 and USG 6090 - classci Chineese design with everything except of rotary device. 3kW water spindle with ER 20, vacuum table, CCD camera, 750W leadshine servos from bigger model of router, hiwin 25 square rails, 600kg cast chassie with powder coat and more, and more - price was pretty good in comparisson to EU made machines, like a 1/5 ratio :D . All I need is to precisely cut aluminium metal sheets, anodized, sometimes printed with UV print. Machine is still on the way to Europe, but i am already getting ready, have experience with CNC and know that its not a fun like laser. I think i already catch a bits from your and other videos, thank you for doing this, so i LIKE and comment. After I broke some Chinese bits, I Will buy yours. I just need to cut shapes of aluminium labels with holes from 5005 H14 anodised AlMg1 with UV prrint. How do I protect the print and sheet from scratching by dust cover and maybe coolant? Is a good idea to place some ordinary paper transitioning foil on tom of the print and let only cuting orientation points for CCD naked? Or is it even necessary.? I will mostly try to first cut and than print with primer, put the labels in jig in portal direct print UV mimaki and produce. Thank you for teaching me Master. :))) This is btw our web, I totaly line up with your opinion who is not on web is like dead to the market. :)))) You find some photos of our products, but its in CZ, so you have to translate by google plugin whole website. hainzman.cz / facebook.com/sportovnitrofejehainz/?ref=page_internal You wanted a comment, here you have it. A little book. :D Have a good day and wish you no broken bits. :))) Joe from Czechia

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Joe from Czechia. Well, you are certainly stepping into a busy world. Lots of equipment to learn. And you definitely have some cool products. when engraving glass, I leave open. No special treatment except using a soft brush to vacuum dust up. And thank you for the comment. I learned a lot about you. It almost made me want to come see your shop!

[@recycledtoupcycled1466]

I'm so glad i found your channel, THANK YOU for this tutorial

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Recycled, you are so welcome brother! Welcome to the channel.

[@MattMadeIt123]

Another knock out video. Pricey bit but the replacement tips are reasonable. If you sell a few projects should pay for itself pretty quick. Your channel is by far the best I have seen for people new to CNC. Thank you for sharing all this great info.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Matt, I'm blushing. Thank you. My perspective is if I buy the best, I'll get the best out of it. History has taught me cheaping myself out is always a regretful decision.

[@dwayneiwasuik1831]

I have totally enjoyed this video and also each and every one that I have watched so far. You have inspired me beyond belief and I can't wait for my CNC to get here. Thank you for providing us all with your knowledge.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Dwayne. It's clear you are ready to let that creative energy out, for sure! YAY

[@sarahtomlin6724]

Did not know you could do this with a CNC. So many new possibilities…If you need me, I’ll be over here picking up the pieces of my mind that was just blown! 🤯

[@IDCWoodcraft]

SarahTomblin, I am excited to see what you create! Welcome to the wonderful world of CNC.

[@noe.locksmith772]

I came to see a CNC video, I ended up seeing youve earned an HTC 6 figure closer award. 🙌🙌 Congrats I did a double take and zoomed in to make sure I saw that right 😅

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Noe. Interesting you noticed that. There's a little secret. I made that award on my CNC a year before I got it. The power of visualization and expectation. Are you familiar with HTC?

[@noe.locksmith772]

@@IDCWoodcraft that's awesome. Im from HTC season 6 and HIC season 4.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

@@noe.locksmith772 ah, a brother!!!

[@noe.locksmith772]

@@IDCWoodcraft ayeee😎🤙🏼

[@rega3160]

That is simply amazing. I have 4 grandchildren and am thinking of taking a photo of them, and etch it in glass. From what I can see of the detail, this would make an amazing present! Awesome job and I thank you for taking the time to explain the process.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

hey Reg. Yes, this is an inspiring project for sure. I love it when I see CNC'ers like you make this particular project because it has so much meaning!

[@jonsaircond8520]

Wow thanks for the video. I haven't been able to put my cnc together yet but videos like this get me itching to real bad

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Jon. I know the feeling. Let me know when you get 'er put together!

[@rega3160]

Hi Garrett, this is amazing. I went to glass store today and asked if they had any cut offs from projects that will be thrown away. I am eager to try this out! What a super video. Thank you.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Reg. Excellent. I can't wait to see ome pictures!!!

[@stefangale4129]

This is awesome! Thank you for this! Buying one of these tools now and I'm DEFINITELY interested in the dust shoe design.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Stefan. You're gonna love it! I'm working on finishing up the dust shoe now

[@EdAgers110]

Thanks!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

EdAgers110, You're welcome! Happy to help. Thanks for the tip my friend!

[@guntherloedige4145]

Excellent idea, especially since our daughter is expecting!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Gunther, wow congrats my friend! That's great news!

[@warrenking1815]

You are so far ahead of me all I can see is the dust cloud. Great project, both of them. I hope that some day i can find a drag bit for my 3018.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Warren. What is the collet size of your machine?

[@warrenking1815]

@@IDCWoodcraft I have just brought a collet set that takes me up to .250. The real problem is the length of the bit.

[@Jerry-Mesa]

I’ve found taking the collet off, inserting the bit then putting the collet back on the spindle makes this process easier/possible when clearance isn’t great enough on my 3018.

[@RonPatterson-gq6wc]

will definitely try this some day, Thank you Garret for showing us how to do this.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

RonPatterson-gq6wc, you are so welcome my friend.

[@RonHibbert-wc3gm]

Engraving is definitely something that I want to do. Do you have or are you going to create a session on the design side of things to answer questions like: "What is the cutting depth for the design?". Thank you for all the knowledge you pass on. It is greatly appreciated.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

RonHibbert-wc3gm, good point on creating a session for the design side of things on this one brother. I have a very similar video that should really help you. Here is a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p57El4OvgtCKfrcsi=66dVU_oXF-lnywrz

[@williamwelch586]

Beautiful! So the depth was just .05 below the glass surface ? Lol - for some crazy reason I was waiting for you to turn on the router. I cant wait to try this. I will order bit from your link

[@IDCWoodcraft]

William, you got it brother, just set your depth to 0.05 below the glass surface and the bit will do the rest! Keep your router off 100% of the time when doing etching.

[@jsoffgridhomesteadcommunit9032]

Very cool garrett..can't wait to get my diamond bit...I have so many ideas in my head to use it on..thank you

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi JS! Diamond drag is SOOOO different and unique. You're going to love creating with it.

[@jsoffgridhomesteadcommunit9032]

@@IDCWoodcraft im sure I will..there are so many materials I want to try it on..thank you

[@podman63]

Now you've gone & done it again got To get myself a diamond drag bit Many thanks I think

[@IDCWoodcraft]

lol...I'm such a shit. You'll love it!

[@sintrasankar5497]

Thanks for sharing the video but I can’t find the Goode. Did you pull it down?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Sintra, sorry my friend I lost the file switching over computers! You should be able to find a similar SVG on Etsy if you search "Eagle SVG" into their search bar!

[@ronnorris1504]

That was amazing on how simple you made it look. Thanks for sharing the ultrasound image. Would like to try at some point.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Ron, you'll love doing this type of work on your CNC!

[@donbergeron4521]

Also, I'm interested in your dust shoe. What do you need from me? Do you attach a vacuum hose to the other end of the PVC?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Don, I am sorry brother but I no longer support this dust shoe. Sorry I cant help you on that one!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Don, I am sorry brother but I no longer support this dust shoe. Sorry I cant help you on that one!

[@erickcornelessen998]

Amazing work, thanks for sharing Garrett.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Erick, thank you! My pleasure!

[@jeromeherron4195]

Thanks for the detail on engraving glass. I purchased a diamond bit but have not used it yet. Here are some of the things I was thinking about. Give a little more detail in Vcarve setup using this bit. In the Vcarve tool path what depth of cut was use. Cut depth is spring tension correct? If the spoilboard is not flat by as much as 0.01” to 0.02”, how does the changing in spring tension effect the glass? Thank again for what your are doing.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Thanks for the tips. Some of this is already in the description. I'll add a comment about the variation / flatness

[@AsWoodTurns]

I want to cut glass strips including mirror glass. Generally, the glass is scored with a carbide wheel cutter, then carefully broken by running the score. Other than G code to run straight or flowing lines, what differences do you anticipate? Thanks, Alan

[@IDCWoodcraft]

AsWoodTurns, I have not personally scored glass with an engraver to then break it. There shouldn't be a difference compared to what you do with a carbide wheel cutter but you might need to run multiple passes to get the scoring of the glass deep enough.

[@normanstreeter5206]

Thanks, Garrett. This is good. I'm still kind of a newbie but even before the cnc came along I had wanted to learn to engrave on glass and/or acrylic. My question is this: do all the settings for speed, etc remain the same for glass and acrylic?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Norman, glad you enjoyed this one brother! Yes I would recommend keeping the settings the same for glass and acrylic. That will be your best bet brother!

[@martyjosephson4937]

Excellent Video Garrett!! I like it!! Thanks

[@IDCWoodcraft]

MartyJosephson, you are so welcome brother.

[@gregghammer9437]

I saw the answer that you gave on "type of glass". Have you tried this with tempered. I always thought that anytime you even scratch tempered glass you subject the peice to breakage. Can you confirm that I am wrong on that. Great video and looking forward to working with this method. Thank you!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

I think you might be right. Tempered glass is under compression on the outside and under tension on the inside. So what you said makes sense

[@gregghammer9437]

@@IDCWoodcraft Thanks Garrett for taking the time to respond!

[@michaelplisch8202]

This is amazing! Is the eagle file still available? Google states it has been deleted .

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Michael, I am sorry brother. I switched computers and that file got lost somewhere along the way.

[@geoffthirlwall373]

Another excellent video and am off to buy some glass and a diamond drag bit - you do some tuition on Acrylic - would this wrok on Acrylic or would i use a special acrylic bit instead - sorry for the noddy question only started a few weeks ago Cheers Geoff

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Geoff. Thie same bit will work on acrylic

[@farhanrizqi6440]

Hi Garrett, is there any way to still get the Eagle files?, the survey seem to be down. Thanks,

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Farhan, sorry brother. I switched over computers and lost some of my files in the process! You should be able to find a similar one on Etsy though if you search "Eagle SVG".

[@richardpinkowski8660]

that's incredible...can' can't wait to get a CNC

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Richard. Thank you. It is pretty wild. What CNC are you going to get?

[@richardpinkowski8660]

@@IDCWoodcraft I'm still not sure.....any Recommendations

[@IDCWoodcraft]

@@richardpinkowski8660 that depends on what you want to make. I personally am a long mill user and endorser after doing quite a bit of research on machines price range was exceptionally good considering the machine

[@lucojay2008]

Could that bit be used for etching slate please

[@IDCWoodcraft]

John, It could be used for that but I have seen others use a laser with a lot more success. The problem with slate is that it fractures easily.

[@markmoulin41]

I take it that this technique will also work with the Longmill cnc?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

It will work with any CNC router with the right bit

[@nacefsofiene4828]

so beautiful ...can this bit cut the glass if not , how?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

This bit cannot cut glass. If you want to cut glass, you need a diamond embedded bit. Unfortunately, I have never done that before so I cannot give advice on this.

[@nacefsofiene4828]

@@IDCWoodcraft thank you very much .

[@rafaellopezmartinez2548]

Felicitaciones excelente video. Me han surgido muchas ideas

[@IDCWoodcraft]

rafaellopezmartinez2548, ¡Muchas gracias! Me alegra saber que te ha inspirado.

[@gerrysmith4493]

That was so cool I have now put this on my bucket list!! I love that light set up! Love your videos. Thanks for the good job! Gerry

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Gerry, glad you liked it my friend! Be sure to send me a picture when you make it for yourself, I'd love to see it!

[@GyWO10]

Wow, super excited to get my hit & try this!!!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Dawayne, have fun and enjoy!

[@rickyjohnson6955]

great job bud cant wait to get my machine as always great work thanks again

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Ricky. When will the machine arrive?

[@williamhildreth9905]

How did you set up the vcarve Depth of cut etc?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

William, Take a look at this video. Heres the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p57El4OvgtCKfrc At 1:17:00 I go into the details with the depths and everything you need to know to set the project up right.

[@keithmarquart9567]

Garrett, Thank you, another GREAT video! Recently purchased the Widgetworks engraver. Looking forward to getting into glass engraving. I noticed that you were using the 90 degree bit. What is the best use for the 120 degree bit? Was the glass in the video just a regular pane of glass, any special temper on the glass needed? Any limits on the thickness? Thank-you for sharing your expertise.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Keith, thats a great question brother. My go to bit angle is 90 degrees! Some other materials like acrylic or plastics might behave better with a 120 degree bit depending upon their hardness. Give both a shot for a project and see what one works best. For detailed work, I definitely would recommend the 90 degree bit. As for the glass, just basic glass works best. I wouldn't go thinner than 0.090"! Thinner stuff than that is hard to handle brother.

[@dafyddgould9485]

i must say the baby one OMG that turned out so good, how easy was it to perfect in the software?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Dafyddgould, it did turn out great brother! The software was a breeze too!

[@grantpeckford2035]

That so creative. I would like to try that when I get my onefinity. I bet that would be great on my front door of my home! Window part of the door.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Grant, I love the door idea!!!

[@Deltro61]

Too cool Garrett! I will have to try this.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Troy...send me a picture when you get it made. Will you do that please?

[@paulleonard2211]

Hi Garrett what size was the glass you used

[@IDCWoodcraft]

It's about 12x14.

[@tomgardner9380]

Terrific video! Being a newbie, I'm still in a steep learning curve of opportunities to use my CNC for different project types, and this really opened my eyes to an area I had not truly considered. I can see great project opportunities when I've become proficient in etching glass with my CNC. Thanks, Garrett!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Tom, you're so welcome! I'm glad it was helpful. We all start out as newbies, you'll be a pro in no time brother! These etching projects really are fun to make and they turn out awesome in the end.

[@paulreader1777]

Thank you for these videos. Although we have a home built CNC router and Linux based software (for the most part), they are still useful examples.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Paul. Glad I can provide what I know. We all have nugets to give.

[@Rhoude7695]

Great Video! Would you use the same process - and drag bit - on Acrylic?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Rhouda. Yes, exactly the same process.

[@bubba6945]

has it been used with a 4th axis rotary to etch on a drinking glass?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Brian, it may have been done but not by me... yet!

[@bubba6945]

. A 4th axis can be added to the longmill correct

[@IDCWoodcraft]

@@bubba6945 longmill does not have a 4th axis adaptor.

[@carlreynolds4428]

Very cool. didn’t know that you could do that another tool to go on my tool list I’m Learning a lot from you thank you 🙏🏼

[@IDCWoodcraft]

hi Carl. Yeah, engraving is my favorite. So much less messy and the work comes out amazing! Get that puppy soon!!!

[@keithscrafts]

I haven't got a cnc yet but I'm very keen to get one. A local company makes wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors and they always chuck out large offcuts of mirror. They let me take it away and I'd love to get using it.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Keith...you have a huge supply of FREE material to make money one! Now we need to brainstorm a very awesome project that would sell!

[@keithscrafts]

@@IDCWoodcraft I've been thinking about that all night. I'm not going to mention my ideas here but I'll drop you a message on your Facebook page. I had already contacted you a few days ago about a former employer getting a big cnc.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

@@keithscrafts Yes, I remember the racebook contact. Can't wait to see what you make!!!

[@williamcovell6324]

I just received my 'Bob's 4'.I have been using a 40W laser for about 3 years and much of the jargon you use is similar in that field also. Recently, I have been laser ing ceramic tiles (white). I think you can do that also as you did with glass. I fill the 'scratches ' with ink or paint, wipe after it dries leaving the outline which I often then paint (ink) for a beautiful creation. When I figure out how, I'll send you some pictures.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

William, I'd love to see how you do that with ceramic.

[@markb4656]

Filled out the survey and got the zip file for the eagle but I was unable to open both pdf files as it said that Windows could not locate the source files. Is there anyway to get these two pdf files. Thanks for sharing the eagle VCarve file and thanks taking the time to make all the great CNC videos that you post. Much appreciated.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Mark. Thanks for taking a moment to comment here. And thank you for doing the survey. Send me an email and I'll send it to you directly

[@brettmaxwell1360]

Hi Garrett can this be done on a CNC 3018 ?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Etched, it likely can but you will need a glass engraver that will fit in your CNC or a collet to support that size. Your CNC is rather small and I cant confirm that the glass engraver we used in the video will work on your CNC 100%.

[@raustin0017]

Good afternoon...great vid and just ordered Widgetworks bit along with the 90*. I have the Bob's KL744 with the Makita and would like to secure one of the dust boots you show in the video. Looks amazing and bet it works perfect! Please let me know if it is available. Thank you Sir. Bob

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Bob. I 'm glad you're gonna do the glass engraving. It is very cool. I do not have the dust boot available. I have been asked many times, so I guess it's time to git 'er done

[@jeffsmith5622]

Great work and super video, Garrett! Looking forward to getting my first drag bit project started.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Jeff! You're gonna love this glass engraving stuff.

[@wyattputnam736]

Another Great Video.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Thanks Wyatt!

[@klave8511]

Wonderful video and love the idea of engraving a sonar image! I do some engraving on glass, was impressed to see that even if the glass isn’t perfectly flat it still engraves ok with a spring loaded tool. I don’t want to find out about what the glass dust does to my router so I always engrave with a puddle of water over the work area. If I have to I add some silicone or putty to make a dam to contain the water movement. I also use a wet paper towel if I have to catch the dust flying off the surface. Water works as does some light oil, even spray on oil like WD40. The edge lighting looks great, that image really comes to life nicely. How well do carbide drag bits do on glass compared to diamond?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Klaus. Carbide will not engrave well on glass. Glass is extremely abrasive and will even wear a carbide tip prematurely.

[@Michaelsmith1952]

Hello Garrett. I would be interested in the dust shoe you show here. I would have to adapt it for the Porter Cable 890 though. Thank you sir.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Mike. I stopped working on the dust shoe. Never finalized it for sale. I'll likely revisit it shortly.

[@Michaelsmith1952]

@@IDCWoodcraft Thanks for the reply. I may be able to design one to fit my PC router by copying your design from the closeup in your video. I like the idea of the compact design.

[@tracymiller2300]

You said you did not turn on the router. Is it just dragging over the glass? To make the engraving?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Tracy, you're absolutely correct my friend! No spinning needed with the engraving bit!

[@devendrabhonde2382]

Which cutter u used..plz

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Devenora. I use this one: bit.ly/3tRy98s

[@jamesforte8841]

Garrett I watched your video and took the survey to get the eagle file. I would like to buy the 100 and 90 glass engraving bit you show in the video. Where can I buy that. Thank you!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi James. That would be the 120 and 90 degree tips. Here's the engraver with the 120 deg. tip: bit.ly/3tRy98s Here's the 90 replacement tip: bit.ly/3bp0omD I'd love to see the project when you get done with it.

[@RealDustyChandler]

Hey sir. Can I use the link for spoil board resurfacing below on a Shapeoko Pro XXL?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Michael. Unfortunately you cannot. That is written for a specific machine.

[@VegascoinVegas]

Hello. I found your video because I am thinking to purchase Snapmaker 2.0 Bundle A350T. This 3 in 1 product is a 3D printer plus laser engraver and CNC and CNC Carving Module with ER11 Collet. I have a little experience with 3D printing. A modification will be to convert the Snapmaker to a glass bed for 3D printing. I found resources in the community that have figured out how to do that so they can print on glass. I've got a crazy idea. If I can convert the print bed to glass, then can I also use the Snapmaker Carving Module to make my printing area perfectly flat? I've put extreme efforts into bed levelling on my old 3D printer. But I imagine there must be a way to machine the glass to be perfectly level after the glass is installed permanently on the heat bed. I think there must be a far superior way to achieve flatness because the machine itself can prepare the glass to be flat. At the very least, an engraving bit might be used to detect the high points across the print bed area, right? Manual polishing the spots revealed by the engraver could eventually achieve desired flatness and leveling, right? If you understand what I mean to say, please let me know if you think it is a good idea. And if you did a video demonstration, I believe you will get famous in the community. Or maybe I will make the video when I get it figured out. Thank you!

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Vegas. I do not know 3D printers much, but I see whtat you are talking about and why that would be so critical. Yes, if it is that big of a problem, and if you can determine an easy way to solve the issue, you are on board with the one thing that makes people rich...solving a problem. The bigger the problem, the bigger the return.

[@HugoChavez-gy5wi]

Has anyone used this drag bit with a sainsmart 3018; or does this process only work with a particular machine type/brand; awesome video

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hugo, this would work with your 3018 no problem!

[@Bart_Depestele]

amazing result Garrett, I like it very much

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Thanks Bart. The engravings always come out much better than I expect.

[@heirloomtablehome6797]

should get our drag bit tomorrow and have a LOT of glass in a back room.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

I can't wait to see what you create. Make sure to send a pucture to me!

[@markmcgonagle2087]

Great work Mate.. I'm in the process of building a LEAD CNC and Ive been watching your lessons & am extremely inspired at the possibilities (didnt know you could use glass)..I will be using a Makita router, where would I find the file for the dust boot....it could be a good project after the square & circle..Ill be using the link to buy one of these drag tools as soon as I get the build done. Cheers & thanks for the vids & entertaining lessons.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Mark. You will find the glass engraving a good step between testing your machine and wood carving. I look forward to what you make.

[@mbalars1]

WOW! I did not know you can do this! I have a lot of ideas now...

[@mbalars1]

I was thinking about Messier 31 (the Andromeda Galaxy on glass for me) and my Niece is a Star Trek fan..... ;-)

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hee Michael. Seeing as I am also a star trek fan, I think it woudl be totally cool. Anything 'space' using backlighting would be cool. I want to see pictures when you make it!!!

[@mbalars1]

@@IDCWoodcraft Well Garrett, I'm an Astrophysicist, so Space is really cool for me too! :-)

[@garrydye2394]

Gonna have to figure out how to bypass the automatic tool height on my machine.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Garry, good point on that one brother. Every machine is different.

[@bobfraile4252]

Great Video! I am a little confused regarding the Tool Database settings. The Widget Works directions recommend using an End Mill setting at 0.005 diameter. However, VCarve does have a Diamond Drag tool in the database. Which should I use? If I use the End Mill, I understand pass depth should be 0.125 to max of 0.500 based on hardness and you suggested 0.100 elsewhere for glass, but what stepover is recommended, 100%? If I use the Diamond Drag, what line width do you recommend, 0.005?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

I was confused a bit as well with these instructions. But I just followed them. For stepover, I set mine appropriate for the job., such as if doing fill. I'll keep it no smaller than 0.01

[@jambay4785]

Large format CNC is decent example but I'm considering 10" cube work area, um, the Z-axis for 10" is for 3d printer not Cutter but do hope can get around 5" depth for carving (haha, bit will prevent being able to do vertical depth).

[@IDCWoodcraft]

5" depth would be amazing!!

[@richardburgers8965]

tried the survey but the file is no longer available. Great information in the video. thanks

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Richard, thank you for trying that one brother. Glad you liked the video

[@fredscott413]

cant wait to try this and a dragknife.thanks.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Yeah, i definitely want to try a drag knife!

[@H2Dwoat]

Hi, great vid 👍. Any issues with the glass dust?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

No glad first issues. Since the router is not turned on, it stays local. Easy to vacuum up

[@H2Dwoat]

@@IDCWoodcraft Cheers.

[@fredscott413]

could you put some rubber on the clamps?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Of course but not necessary in this case. The wood clamps are soft.

[@ApexWoodworks]

Garrett, it is poor practice to fully insert any tooling all the way into the router collett. Simply explained, doing so will not allow you to fully tighten the collett solidly. Aside from that, I found your directions to be excellent.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Marty, fair point about inserting the bit into the collett brother! Thanks!

[@joey07734]

Hello, I either didn't hear it or I missed it but what is the feed rate that you are using???

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Joey. It is listed in the description of the video. Feed 30ipm.

[@joey07734]

@@IDCWoodcraft Thank you

[@kurtopalka5201]

Interesting design for the dust shoe. I’d like to see plans

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hey Hanibal. Okay, I'll finish it up

[@derrickstewart5554]

Another great video Mr. Garrett. For the eagle can you carve glass out with a CNC router or just engraving only?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

You need a special (and much more expensive) bit to 'carve' glass. You also need a water bath for the glass to be submerged in. Glas dust is not a good thing to be in the air

[@bongomakers]

Have you engraved a mirror? I wonder how it shows up and if it engravers the same way?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Dak. No, haven't ried it. Would be interesting though. Make sure you engrave on the refective side.

[@bongomakers]

@@IDCWoodcraft I might give that a try when I get the bit. Your vids are great! I watched the node editing on the eagle and it's the only thing I have seen on node editing that made any sense!

[@shift_nation4785]

Spindle off with diamond tip??? Thanks

[@IDCWoodcraft]

shift_nation4785, you're absolutely right brother!

[@johnhubler5905]

I’m new to CNC. If you have sheets of thinner metal (~16 gauge), would it be possible to engrave a design, and then cut it out? Imagine a coin. There’s the design on the face of the coin, but then the actual circle would need cut. Is this possible with a CNC, and would this require two separate bits?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

John, thin metals like that are tough. Engraving is no issue with a CNC like a router but the problem lies in trying to cut it out. If you cant secure that thin piece of wood to your work surface properly it might come loose! This will definitely require two bits, the diamond engraver like you saw in the video and a standard carbide endmill like this one. Here's the link: idcwoodcraft.com/product/1-4-up-cutting-endmill-bit-for-cnc-routers/

[@chrisbird1870]

Nice video. Is that plate glass, tempered glass, does it matter or make a difference. Would be cool as a custom patio table to diamond drag on the underside, perhaps paint the etched part to highlight, leaving the top smooth. Thoughts?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Chris. you can engrave on any kind of glass. I think your idea is awesome! Definitely would do it!

[@malcolmhodgson7540]

That was the question! Thanks for asking and for the answer.

[@tristonm37]

I have had this bit for a while, but been apprehensive about starting it. Either it wasnt there, or I missed it.... but setting this bit up as far as feeds and speeds.... What would they be on this? I was going to set it to around DPP .125, FR 60, PR 30 with a max depth of .125. Do you have different recommendations?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Manufacturer suggests 0.1 depth and 30ipm so that's what I set it at wfor the degree. For the , same feed but only go depth

[@tristonm37]

@@IDCWoodcraft Thank you

[@karlh.138]

Do you have any videos on how to make a custom engravings from images like this? I want to learn! This is super cool.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Karl! I do. This video shows you how to import images and create tracing line. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpDHqnh3odiXmrs

[@steve-martin-42]

Garret what software did you use to create the baby scan. It looks great & by wife thought it was WOW

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Steve. I designed it up with Vectric using the image. It was rather tedious because it had to be done by hand.

[@jimwachsman6547]

I just watched one and the bits and I want to order them from you but I don’t know I couldn’t find where to order please advise thank you have a great day God bless

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Jim. I don;t sell this bit directly. I have affiliate links which pays a small commision. Here are the links... The main drag bit with 120 degree diamond tip w/ 1/4" shank: bit.ly/3tRy98s The 90 replacement tip: bit.ly/3bp0omD

[@LynxGenisys]

I bet X-rays would look amazing done in this style. Especially sine of the crazy animal Xrays. 😆

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Lynx, that would look amazing!

[@JS-rp7qb]

Awesome. I’ve had a thing for glass signs since I saw the video on the making of John Mayer’s Born & Raised album artwork. Knew I wouldn’t invest the time or money in the equipment needed to acid etch glass but this method, combined with gilding and paint, might just be perfect.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hi Jon. The nice thing is, it is quite easy to design. Check out these glass etching videos I did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2WWYZaIpdp2nq8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXywop-hZcZ_pdU kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGO0pqFmisdjmrc

[@asifabdullatifabdullatif259]

Amaizing job and Idea

[@IDCWoodcraft]

And it comes out really cool! Are you going to try it?

[@aminmuhammad-dbf]

Amazing video, please inform the total length of the tool.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Hello Amin. The overall length is 3.8". The working length (from the router nut is 3"

[@riverratshantyshack3209]

Can a 3d carving be done on glass or acrylic?

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Not on glass with standard bits. But yes to acrylic, for sure

[@donbergeron4521]

that is a great video. The irony for me is that the router is not running. The diamond bit is statically carving the image.

[@IDCWoodcraft]

Don, I'm so glad you liked this one brother!