Mistakes CNC Beginners Make | Wood CNC Router

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[@petermeyer6873]

Mistake #8: Cutting your hair with a CNC router So, this is actually a great and very informative video! Everyone having fun with my comment should at least vote a thumb up for the video, pls.

[@yvespotvin8981]

great video, sorry just had to laugh about this comment. Thanks

[@shalabvaishnav5235]

🤣

[@davestory9141]

You made me laugh. 👍

[@HoopstarsGarage]

quite possibly the funniest comment ever...!!

[@husienalwi9579]

Hahaha😂

[@garrettgarcia7115]

I'm used to larger, corded routers kzbin.infoUgkxfQ5_mgwq6PcudJvAH25t-I4D-3cTPz4z so this was a different experience for me. Basically, this is an incredibly sweet machine, fits well in the hand, etc. It has slightly less power than I'm used to, but that's understandable. Maneuvering freehand takes some practice. These days, it's especially nice to be able to avoid power cords. This is above the level of a hobbyist but below a pro level.

[@ravenartsandgraphics4456]

Excellent work. I'm retired and ordered a 4x8 CNC kit. I know it's an ambitious decision to build since I have zero CNC experience but, I figured what better way to learn my machine. I'm hoping that it may help diagnose machine issues that may arise later. This video was very informative and well presented . Direct, to the point, and no annoying music. Keep 'em coming.

[@chrisreynolds2410]

How’d it turn out for you?

[@ravenartsandgraphics4456]

Unfortunately I've been tied up with car projects and my art business that I haven't started yet.

[@adhdadhdadhd]

its a year on, did you go with the CNC in the end? how did you get on? Im considering getting an 8x4 machine myself @@ravenartsandgraphics4456

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[@DIVCNC]

I have been running a machine commercially for 2 years now and still feel like I have no idea what to charge, some jobs go so easy and others a very difficult! I have learned that even though the machine is "doing all the work", learning how to use it properly and efficiently is also a huge undertaking. Thanks for the tips, probably a little late for me but hopefully others are smart enough to start here!

[@cammacdonald4217]

Im ordering my cnc in the next week. And im glad ive been a cnc machinist for almost 20 years and a lot of what you said translates from machining steel to working with wood. Good advice. Cant wait to start making stuff

[@olafbreuer8129]

After my first year with my CNC I found myself in every mistale you mentioned. And I just had to go through it, like you said. Very helpful Video, thank you!

[@jreid43]

CNCing for over a year. Wish I'd seen your video when I started. Thank You.

[@18rmiller18]

just started looking into it. hows it going?

[@AndyBirdBuilds]

I loved the endmill example with Fred. Great visual!

[@efishnc]

Hello!! Great Video and you nailed it in regards to accepting mistakes, and learning, then moving forward. I have been in CNC for 25+ years, and as a machinist I understand speeds and feeds, the hardest part for me is getting used to working with wood, (0.005" tolerance doesn't exist in woodworking! and thank God for Wood Filler ) I have built a hobby machine and am making signs. and such for friends and family. My hardest thing is putting a price on the fun side of it, which is the creating. Cutting is fine, but taking an photo and carving it is the fun challenge for me, and also the fun. I look online to get comparisons from others so I have been using that as a price gauge. So far I know have been charging less as I am very gratified to see peoples reaction, but as retirement is getting closer, I would like to figure out what are realistic charges I should be making. Thanks again and I will be watching your channel.

[@davidjunk6117]

Thanks for that. I'm new to hobby level CNC machining with wood so I had no idea about those types of bits. Much appreciated.

[@CutitwithaHammer]

Nice detailed video. I've watched a lot of CNC videos, as I hope to eventually add one to my shop. This is the first one that covered these types of issues. I'd be interested in seeing your CNC machines and talk about what you like and don't like about each.

[@rafaelportillo6776]

Dude you are legit, I just found your video I’ll learn more from you Saludos desde West Coast

[@maseeukhan]

Thank you so much. Needed one place to understand all the things you mentioned. On top, nicely done. Two thumbs up!!!

[@espressoveins2730]

Perfect video for me to watch before getting my CNC next week. Thanks and GIG EM, brother

[@hasancan7189]

Just making a research on CNC machines and saw this very informative video. It's must watch before running CNC. Thanks a lot.

[@fazer12779]

Have you got a video showing the computer design process, & then taking that file to the cnc via usb?

[@Andy-in8ej]

How not to videos are just as valuable as how to vids. Good work.

[@MP-mu1kw]

Excellent video! I have just got myself a hobby cnc 3018 machine and will keep in mind of how to not to make the mistakes you pointed out.

[@kennethturner1542]

what are your thoughts on the avid cnc line? I'm currently debating between the laguna IQ 2x4 and the avid PRO6060 5' x 5? This is my first cnc and I'm looking to grow it into a full time business but would like to spend between 10-20k.

[@rhondacamp8740]

Thank you so much. I learned so much from this video.

[@fabiolinares1895]

Awesome video. Is there a way the jig can be made without a drill press?

[@jimbembinster]

Good advise here thanks. I am not new to CNC machining but I am new to the small machines. I recently purchased a Sainsmart 4040 pro and I am having trouble with chatter. I am cutting 1/4" Hickory and Walnut with bits from 1/8" up yo 1/4". So far I have had the best luck with a 3/16" single flute up cut tool. I am starting to think that the supplied spindle needs to be replaced with a heavier duty model. Any advise you can provide will be greatly appreciated.

[@kentl7228]

How do up-cut bits tear at the material, if you use a chamfer bit for the paths first? Like leaving a 1mm chamfer after all paths are complete... Is tear out at the top a problem in plywood?

[@railyhill4006]

You talked about running the bit too slow, what kind of chip load per tooth do you recommend? Are the tools high speed steel or carbide?

[@arose62]

MDF stands for Medium-density fibreboard, not "micro", right?

[@loosejuice4668]

Right

[@darrellsaturnbigfoot]

NEVER use MDF EVER! Look at the materials it’s made from. It’s Carcinogenic and it’s made from wood dust, formaldehyde and urea resins. You are breathing the fine dust in when machining, even with a mask. I won’t allow this stuff in my home unless it’s sealed with an oil base finish.

[@eyecandy-gaming]

@@darrellsaturnbigfoot so basically its like a cigarette.

[@greggreg8799]

Harder to light...

[@Arterexius]

@@darrellsaturnbigfoot Problem is that spoilboards are usually made of just this type of material. There are also other materials that are made in equally toxic ways. OBF, Particle Board, LDF, HDF, Plywood, Melamine boards, etc. You have to stick to solid wood only, to avoid the toxicity and even then the dust remains and will still pose a problem in the long run, by increasing your chances of developing COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). You can't avoid carcinogens when you're a maker. You can just look up the most harmful carcinogens and try to avoid those, but at the end of the day, even your own body is a carcinogen, as it only takes a single cell that doesn't split correctly, in order for it to mutate into a cancer cell. Cancer isn't just caused by exterior reasons. It can easily be caused by your own body fucking up.

[@keithbegelman7086]

Great instructional video on mistakes..im getting ready to purchase my first cnc and your video just cleared alot of spider webs in my head thank you

[@jaackmcmahon8757]

Extremely well done without too much unexplained jargon. The cost calculations alone are worth watching this vid. multiple times especially since machine use time vs machine investment, Include dedicated work space, bits, materials for learning, final product material storage for material and possibly sound reduction in the work room. Then how does a retired non machinist price his/her time?

[@johnklein4558]

I’m looking to get into CNC and I’m not certain which machine I should get. I sell (mainly) American Flags, cutting boards, and Adirondack chairs I make. I was thinking I could use the CNC to engrave/personalize the cutting boards and use it to cut out parts for the chairs as well as personalize the chairs, and use it to make higher end American flags out of walnut, maple, and Paduak . Which CNC would you recommend I get to accomplish those goals ? Thank you

[@matisstar]

I'm somewhere in the middle of learning basics of cnc and some of this stuff was very useful thanks!

[@dannyt5985]

At about 4:00 you mention use of the half inch bit. I use a half inch bit in my cnc and its a hobby machine made out of HDPE and metal rails. Not sure if my experience is the same as yours because I run a half inch bit with ease. Perhaps its the type of cuts as well

[@cutting-it-close]

How fast are you running it?

[@adamb.745]

Thank you for the video. Super helpful! Question - Can cnc machines use a 1/8” Bullnose router bit to de-edge and de-corner rectangle 1/8” polycarbonate? Would this bit run into the cnc table? Would the material need to be raised up off the table? Thank you for your time!

[@sdurutovic]

Excellent video for beginner in wood CNC milling. I make all 7 mistakes from video when beginning hobby CNC mill woodworking. I learn it personaly at hard way.

[@frankbierschneider8785]

Hilarious scream you built into your presentation - it made me laugh and I‘ll never forget it once it happens to me again!! 😅😅😅

[@husienalwi9579]

Can u tell us what are u making? Like everyday jobs.. Thanks for this video.. It's helpful 👌

[@jasoncross5684]

Thank you , I get my first machine in September so this was great, it’s the cad/cam side I’m really nervous about.

[@emmanuelkato7514]

Haw can I do to bye it

[@TechnoEveryday]

Is there any formula related to bit size vs motor rpm vs cutting depth?

[@peez1212]

I was a CNC tech at a university for a while and getting back into it now with a beefy 4x8 machine from Industrial CNC. If you get the chance to cover general feeds and speed with specific materials breakdown, that would be amazing! Also, Love these videos! Is there a way to help support?

[@tricara]

Hi, what are the brand CNC machines that you use?

[@PanayiotisMavrokefalos]

Very informative video. Nice way of explanations makes some things very clear. I would like to see some tips of yours regarding feeds and speeds.

[@PanayiotisMavrokefalos]

@@cutting-it-close Cheers buddy thanks a ton!!!

[@triumfdula9734]

Hello, wanted to ask about lead screw. Why do we need bearings while the lead screw is attached to the coupler and stepper motor, isn't the stepper motor and the coupler plus the housing, enough for the stability of the lead screw or in other words, what is the purpose of the lead screw bearing ? to cnc router ?

[@joeykenny2165]

Thank you very much for sharing this. Super helpful.

[@cutting-it-close]

Glad it was helpful!

[@printednest]

Broke my bit today. What can be great video? About bits. Its life time, different materials? Low end, high end, sime special ones? Thank you for your effort

[@afd2016]

Thanks for this video. I have been machining some UHMW and the bit was screaming...I thought I was pushing it too fast! Quite the opposite. Good to know!

[@paolotamburini4568]

Can you cut metal with that particular cnc machine ?

[@bafa_tents_services]

You've shared the video at the right time. I will need more information since am working on a DIY CNC router.

[@bafa_tents_services]

@@cutting-it-close am waiting to watch it

[@richardramos8479]

I must also agree very well done thank you…… I also have no experience, but I’ve always wanted to learn CAD and Cam So much that my kid got an opportunity for an apprenticeship where his license through the state now and has been machining for 15 years so I do have a great support system … but your video was awesome so thank you for the information

[@playlistplaylists7769]

Hi, It's great, I'm a biggener what cnc machine you recommend for me

[@jamesmcfeely6592]

I've been a contractor in the painting industry for 40 years still doing the work only because I can't teach anyone what I've learned and tweeked sometimes I don't know how I even do it if you love what you do it's not work I love to keep learning the mind is a beautiful thing

[@trollnips9405]

Great video. I'm looking into buying my first CNC and cutting some graphite

[@alphahotel0076]

What's the best CNC you can recommend for a total beginner for under 500?

[@Cdaprod]

Same question but with a $1000+/- budget... I’ve heard that not all CNC a can cut radius’s well.

[@karenkarapetyan5650]

A nice video, but are you using for lubricating garage door lubricant only? Don't you need to use grease for ball screws and oil for linear guides?

[@gregbigler4252]

great video. I have a Laguna IQ and it's worked pretty much trouble free for 7 yrs now. Unfortunately, I accidentally "Wiped the Cache" on the hand-held controller and lost my Pulse Equivalent settings. Apparently Laguna customer service isn't open on weekends :( Any chance you could tell me what the Pulse Eqiv. settings are in the controller of your IQ?? They should be what mine are supposed to be. Thank you!

[@Levisgil47]

Hello, I'm a newbie and at the end of your video strangely I've though exactly the opposite of what you were saying. "Speed up your RPM or slow down your feed rate..." to avoid friction as you said in the case of running the bit too slow

[@incubatork]

If your bit is spining too fast the cutting edge gets round for the next cut before the machine moved enough to present new material so it rubs on the already cut surface creating friction and heat, when cutting speed is correct the heat is carried away by the swarf and away from the bit, you can see this better when cutting metal. Check out the temperature of your swarf you will find its a lot warmer than the piece your cutting. I think he meant moving too slow for the rpm on the machine.

[@Levisgil47]

@@incubatork Ok, got it thanks Derek.

[@rosihancock4]

I want to get into using a CNC machine as a hobby to be able to cut wood signs letters metal wood metal signs and so forth. What would you recommend as an affordable machine and do you know if there is anywhere to get Training? I live in South Carolina.

[@tomblack3322]

Noticed your Aggie Ring. Howdy from Kansas. Whoop! Class of '86.

[@chrisreynolds2410]

I’d like to introduce you to Glenn from the comment below!! Whoop

[@panopticarts9907]

Hello, I’m a bit confused about the last part where you spoke about the machine running too fast, or too slow. Please correct me if I am wrong, but it seems like you said if my machine begins to scream, my bit is moving too fast but my machine is moving too slow. Is that correct? I was told to test my machines for its maximum speed and stuff. But I have no idea how to do that. Please clarify, thanks!

[@cutting-it-close]

So the screaming is vibration from running it too fast or too slow. Too fast is vibration from deflection, too slow and it’s vibration from rubbing

[@panopticarts9907]

@@cutting-it-close oh okay, so it's either. That's what had me confused. Thanks for the clarification. There a FB group I'm in, I was told I'm supposed to find out the maximum speed of my CNC machine. You briefly covered that in the video. Do you have a video where you explain how that's done? Cause idk how to test my machine's maximum speed and stuff. Thanks!

[@ivanrodriguez346]

Could use your help making a purchase on a cnc machine have a small little space in Massachusetts 12 x 25 I want to make furniture out of wood and plywood my furniture is no bigger than 24 x 36 I will also need to use joint cam

[@Blou55]

Very HELPFULL video... Thanks!

[@jonm189]

Superb video, very informative - well done! Keep them coming!

[@LG-ro5le]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge im just getting into the cnc world and found this helpful, only complaint is would be nice to of seen a visual example when explaining what all the different drill bits do

[@shannonmurphy289]

Wondering what u think of vision CNC thanks

[@patodonohoe2759]

Just starting out. Great video. Many Thanks.

[@placitas52]

Nice video. Thanks for the info. I am never sure of my speed and feed. I carve MDF which just makes dust. I carved some Maple with half inch end mill shaping cut. Chips flew and it was obvious that the feed was matching the spindle speed, but I don't see this with smaller bits.

[@ajazulhaque2959]

Thank you I have learned so many things from your video

[@hoangnguyendinh291]

Considering this. I want to say thanks to people who design, test and list every bolts nuts so beginners can start it out. Learning curve is painful, time and money costly

[@Hal1970]

Very interesting and clearly explained basics for CNC learners...like myself !!!

[@shannonwilliams7743]

Great video and directions, I plan on getting a router over the next month. I am currently working with a co2 laser with LIGHT Burn. Do you work with lasers? I would like to see that video. SUBSCRIBED

[@chaitanyanani5021]

I have a problem with z axis it's dropping down while the machine is moving ,what should I do?

[@haitham2200]

What software you are using usually?

[@sonuverma2796]

Sir can you explain tool setting for iron carving

[@tushargajbhiye6487]

Hello sir I am using offline cnc controller and vector aspire. My machine starting z height is correct, but when program ends it will not maintain safe z height with material and many time it will clash to material and come back to home position.If you have any idea, how to resolve this issue, please reply to me

[@muratgokturk87]

Useful information, thanks.

[@cutting-it-close]

Glad it helped!

[@devendrabhonde2382]

Thanks....for giving valuable information

[@dimbraun]

I've got a question I hope someone with experience can help with. Are the tool paths already figured out for you when you purchase stl files? I'm hoping the stl files are like "recipes" and tool paths are already part of the file.

[@dimbraun]

@@cutting-it-close So the stl file should already contain tool paths? I just bought 5 files and they didn't have any tool paths.............

[@yuvashankar7820]

Sir how to calculate Y axis linear motion helical gear pulse

[@chrisreynolds2410]

Use the kinibeling pin module! Duhhhh!

[@tariqalbadawi2929]

Thanks for the great tips

[@KishJohnson]

Which machine should I buy I want to do wood letter cutting up to 1/2 inch?

[@benjaminwood9157]

check out BobsCNC. very good price range and unmatchable customer service.

[@ramanesheena]

greetings from me, cnc youtuber from Indonesia

[@vigisbigtm]

Very well explained! Thank you!

[@MarkLindsayCNC]

Nicely presented! Thanks!

[@ChillUp1997]

Problem of Running to slow. If you have a hobby machine it is not good to slow down the rpm cause the spindle is probably to weak, Same if you increase the feed rate. For beginners with hobby machines i would recommend to buy single flutes endmills, which allows to run them with high rpm and slow speeds with the right feed rates. This helped me the most

[@arthurdent8091]

Very good video. All wheat and no chaff.

[@edoui1021]

keep your videos coming!

[@happyhippie1957]

I ran a shift at a cabinet shop that laid off their $10/hr panel saw operator and leased a $250,000 CNC router to cut rectangles out of sheet goods. They took their best cabinet maker off the floor to convert CAD to CAM, one line of code at a time, because they didn't want to pay for the good software. When they went out of business I took a job at a high-end shop on Maui. They cut everything on a panel saw.

[@chrisreynolds2410]

Fuckin Howlies

[@incubatork]

#1 Running a bit too slow I think needs clarifying a bit. You should have said feeding a bit too slow into the work, to me running a bit too slow refers to RPM rather than feed rate. Feeds and speeds is a very deep subject & to get things right is matching the rpm to the feed/travel speed so that chip load is correct & constant, morso in metal.

[@stephencharlestaylor]

That was my thought too. Seems like advice on final mistake is backwards. If friction and heat are occurring, wouldn't it be because the trave rate is too fast and the RPMs (cutting speed) is too slow?

[@mohsinshykh1161]

Thanks Buddy You Explained it very well

[@ashraffmohamed6912]

Sir i purchased cnc machine Super Star brand i am unable to install nc studio software any solution

[@brianwgDK]

I have ben working witch cnc half my life 20+ but in metal, I am buying a huge old 5ton 3 spinal vacuum table, mashine for wood, so I am curious to work with wood. but it's going to rund as much as possible..

[@brianwgDK]

and with my 20 years I also still learn.

[@brianwgDK]

And my advice, go slow when you prepair, a error cost way more time, I haven't don a error I something like 8-10 years in the mashine, I found all my error before hitting run. Do it right first time...

[@kohanbani747]

hey buddy i really appreciate your time, thanks alot for all those very useful knowledge and was very helpful and you are awsome

[@kohanbani747]

@@cutting-it-close honestly very rare people will do what you have done for some one like me and for that I have to thank you,

[@francoaloisi7615]

Great video.. 👍

[@firefrom70k98]

Love your videos! Keep it up👍

[@marismarisovich4385]

Thank you very much for this great video. Next month I will buy CNC 6090 machine (router) from China with DSP controller, but I will make reliefs in the marble. Could you make, please, some video in which can explain balancing spindle speed (RPM) with feed rate and plunge rate, these three variables. Thanks in advance, Best regards from Croatia.

[@juttryit.6747]

Plz tell mi some CNC machine price , I like to jump in this field, plz guide mi

[@marismarisovich4385]

@@juttryit.6747 From 2.600 to 4.500 USD

[@juttryit.6747]

@@marismarisovich4385 I want to send You one picture which includes machine specifications ,How can I contact you.

[@marismarisovich4385]

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[@glennestrada]

Howdy from Indiana! BQ ‘85. Whoop!

[@chrisreynolds2410]

Hey Glenn can I introduce you to Tom from the comment above. Whoop!

[@UniversumVibes]

Thank you for video. Can you give little advice for begginer as me, i have 1kw spindle 800mmx500mm cnc and whatever i use feed/spindle speed i get black bit and smoke smell of wood. Manufacturer advice feed 500mm/m with 10000rpm for beginners with 6mm bits or 8mm bits. Can you give advice direction for me as begginer, i listen most of your videos. And i am hungrz for info for hobby beginner level. Feed/Speed for my level of machine. Thank yyou very much!!!!

[@Sailabear11]

Great job brother! You are an excellent teacher. BTW: Amazon should sponsor you. :-). Thanks for the great advice. I’m your new favorite subscriber. :-)

[@azizqassim9257]

Thank you very much

[@st0mper121]

Sorry just did eye surgery. I cant read the can of lubricant that you are using 6:14

[@st0mper121]

@@cutting-it-close hmm is that better then lucas White Lithium Grease ? getting my first cnc soon. Was planing on using Lucas. onefinity screw/ball

[@sandmandave2008]

Be careful using silicone lubricant in a shop where you will do any painting, especially spray painting. Silicone is the enemy of paint.

[@kumaralockwood3172]

Thank goodness. First person on my wavelength I’ve seen on KZbin. From the land down under 🇦🇺

[@AG-cg7lk]

White lithium is a better choice without buying specialist stuff.

[@sandmandave2008]

@@AG-cg7lk yep, I use it on my CNC and drum sander.