My NEW FoxAlien Masuter Pro CNC Machine! The Basics you NEED to get you going!

[@RedFox-i8i]

I know nothing about CNC so this really puts me at ease. Big thanks from the Gold Coast, Australia!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Awesome!! Just dive in! I did!

[@jonwoodworker]

Ditch the glue and tape and get some XFasten double side tape. Throw the metal clamps away. Tape your spoil board down, mine has never come loose. Putting the trim router in is a game changer.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

WoW! I checked out Xfasten and appreciate the tip!!! Added to my list of things to buy! TY!!! I did enlarge my spoil board and ditched the clamps! Thanks for the tip and watching!

[@Riless42]

Xfasten is what I use. I’m surprised more KZbinrs aren’t talking about it. No residue, a secure hold, and not that expensive, a little goes a long ways.

[@NikElectric24]

​@Riless42 hi is it the XFasten woodworking tape you use? I've been a few different versions of XFasten double sided tape, but I assume its the Woodworking one you use?

[@TheDuttonExperience]

This

[@elizabeththrockmorton9318]

Thank you so, so much for making this video. It makes this beginner process so much easier and less stressful because there is SO much information out there. Your video is more helpful than you could ever know!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Super glad it helped out. More to come!!!

[@elizabeththrockmorton9318]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman I am settled inwith my machine and have made several things with the bits that you recommended, but now I'm wanting to experiment with a v-pocket bit and am running into issues with jscut. I'm using jscut to convert my svg to gcode. What program do you use to do that?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

@@elizabeththrockmorton9318 I would use Easel by Inventibles. It’s an online program and super easy to use!

[@elizabeththrockmorton9318]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman Oh! I guess I thought that was just to replace Candle. Do you do all the steps from design to execution in Easel?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

@@elizabeththrockmorton9318 i do yes. I haven’t dived into many other programs. Easel works well for me and my needs. I do pay for the pro program too. Yes it’s $24/month but I don’t have many other things I pay for monthly so it’s worth it for me.

[@Alex-rf1md]

I am a pro at cnc programing and operating on 500k+$ machines in a shop but I dont know where to start my hobby cnc router in my basement, your videos are great!!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Thanks a lot! Appreciate that!!!

[@foxalien_official]

That is really awesome! Thanks for sharing this project with us!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Absolutely!!! Many more videos using this to come! If you have any ideas…. Send them my way!

[@foxalien_official]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman Guitar or skateboard building withe the 4080 extension kit will be cool!

[@TAGSlays]

Plywood is fine to use. The problem is that you didn't use a sprial downcut bit. Most of the cheap bits out there are upcut bits and they tear out wood like crazy.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I’ve leaned quick the direction of the cut determines the tear out. Even though this was a test….. down cut would be the way to go especially on ply. Thanks for watching!!!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I’d rather blow out the bottom of the wood (the part you don’t see usually) than then top.

[@nikkip5320]

Really informative video. I’m thinking about buying this model. Thank you so much

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I would recommend purchasing the Masuter 3 or 3S by FoxAlien! It’s an upgraded version.

[@ThatHobby]

That's a pretty cool tool! I wasn't sure about it until you put it on the belt sander. It came out really clean. That was awesome!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

That’s totally because of the wood I was using I believe. When I use a solid wood…. It’s perfect!!! Im good to make more videos with it and show that VERY soon so stay tuned!

[@ThatHobby]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman I like that belt sander too. I am adding both of those tools to my wish list! Great stuff! I can't wait to see some more videos.

[@Alex-rf1md]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman a downcut spiral flute could possibly eliminate all those "burrs shavings" from the top by pushing the cut material instead of pulling it over the edge.

[@lucyharayda179]

This is a really good video, I needed a dummy video and this helped so much, so many details so very happy with this. hope you can provide some acrylic text designs, carving|engraving on acrylic tutorials step by step. You have earned a new subscriptions and like.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Awesome! Glad ya loved it! I have so many videos planned it’s not funny! LoL

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I’m planning on more Project videos and less Review in the near future!

[@donspoor8367]

Do any of the Fox Allien machines come with software? Also how loud is the rougher? What do you think is the best software? If you could only buy one machine for a beginner, what would it be?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

They do provide a free software but it’s not that great. I don’t use it. I personally use Easel for all my needs. I’m not a pro in all the available software out there so I would research more for your budget and needs for sure. I absolutely love the Masuter Pro for a beginner. It’s super easy to build and really easy to operate. I would invest in the extension kit right away for a larger work area. 31x16 oppose to 16x16 (rounded up).

[@karlz2518]

I got my Masuter pro yesterday, building up as this is playing in the background lol keen to see how it goes

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Let’s Gooooo!!! How did the build go!!

[@pitataufatofua9360]

How do you find it?

[@maciabj6356]

Hola. He comprado la Masuter 3 y la conecto al PC y uso Easel pero cuando le doy ha grabar después de todo el proceso y la maqina solo enciende el motor y sube el eje Z hasta arriba y luego se para. No se donde esta el fallo. Tengo q hacer algo antes de usar Easel?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Sounds like you’re hitting the limit switch. You have to make sure you prove the machine to the wood and in settings make sure it doesn’t retract too high otherwise it will hit the top limit switch and lock

[@TimothysTractors]

Nice Bucees hat!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

LoL. Purchased at Bucees in Florida on I-95 Daytona!

[@arieldesign9642]

Thank you for activating the subtitles in Spanish, I have a masuter pro and there are no videos in Spanish

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

💯!!! Thanks for watching!!!

[@ezekielgskeen8607]

Hi! I was going to buy this off Amazon, But! would you still recommend this CNC, IN 2024! would really love your insight on this Sir! Great video! and info👍👍👍👍

[@GrenMagg]

I use double sided tape all the time it's brilliant. You literally just made some.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I have to try this…. amzn.to/48ilyi6

[@mtz3843]

great vid, i learned alot, im thinking about getting that fox but with the laser too, did you get the laser also?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Not yet! Tomorrow I’ll be doing a video on the Offline Controller and then soon another awesome upgrade! I plan on getting the laser as well…. I hope!!!

[@lorithompson6891]

This video is great we have the same cnc ( two weeks ) and I have being using the trial version of easel. Question…. I During set up I see the mouser pro which option did you choose. I have been able to get a design done but it came out smaller than the size I input. I was wondering if the machine I choose might be the problem.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

That weird. I’m not sure why your output would be smaller honestly. Shouldn’t have anything to do with Machine name.

[@redroses3515]

Thanks for the video! What wood would you suggest to avoid having to sand it?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Hi there! I think there’s always going to be a bit of sanding involved especially after a project is completed no matter what kind of wood you use. But to answer your question line would be the best to start with as it’s soft and easy to work with. Lowes sells nice 3/4” pine panels that’s a good place to start. Thanks for watching!!!

[@TechExplainedArabia]

thank yuo for the video, but im facing an issue with depth cut , it doesnt cut all the way , i configured the thickness of the material and i set the bit into top corner of stock surface

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Have you made sure you Z-prove is set correctly? Also what program are you using ? Easel? You can email me or message me on FB messenger if you’d like!

[@TechExplainedArabia]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman yes I have Z prob I’m using easel and tool path created from fusion 360

[@rogerpeters6255]

what size Colette adapter works for the Haber router for use of the 1/8 bits?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

E11 collets available on Amazon!

[@rho4ofus]

Can you use your own image to cut? If so do you have any videos on that?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Yes but you would need to convert it to an SVG image and then import that image to your editing software. I don’t have a full video on that process unfortunately.

[@rho4ofus]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman Thank you

[@LawrenceAdams-o3s]

Newbie here, great video. I’m wondering how loud it gets.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

It’s the spindle that’s loud. The stock 70w spindle literally sounds like an RC car at full speed. If you upgrade the spindle to a palm router… well… that’s a different story. Hope that helps gauge the sound a little.

[@scottf725]

Where's the link for the Etsy shop? I'm curious about the end products.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Heya Scott! I’ve really put that off for a little while but plan on adding to by August. If you go the my link.tree in the comments there is a link there.

[@xyzspec82]

Try a downcut type cutter. (or a compression type) You're welcome lol

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

LoL. Ok! TY!! Can you explain why just for my and others info. 😊

[@xyzspec82]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman I know I'm late... I suggested this, so that it leaves a clean cut on top (no sanding required)

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

@@xyzspec82 I purchase a downcut bit and can’t wait to see the difference!!!

[@ambitiouzflow7287]

Dope video bro. Thanks for sharing, quick question , can the table hold a 1.5” piece of material or would that be too big?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Thanks so much! It can cut about 15” x 15” and easy hold 2” thick. I don’t think it could cut through 2” though only because you’d need a long bit and I don’t believe it will raise that high. But def can cut through 1” yes.

[@dbennett3866]

Is this machine good enough to do inlay work with small letters and numbers ? Thumbs up on the video, Thanks

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Inlays are tricky things! I have done Male / Female Bow tie inlays with it but never small letters and numbers. I’m in a group called Foxalien CNC Router & Laser Machine Group where i saw a guy doing some intricate inlay work on cutting boards. Short answer is Yes. It takes some practice but I don’t see why not! And thanks for watching! 80w laser video coming in a couple weeks!

[@garybarretta9394]

Great video. How long did it take to cut out the mickey head? Thanks

[@Laserloungemaker]

Etsy link? Would like to check it out what you can make with the fox alien.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

www.etsy.com/shop/BarnAndBlossoms

[@johnprosser2142]

Thank you so much for the video! Are you still happy with the machine? At that price they just seem too good to be true!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I am!! I used it yesterday evening. I like the the Masuter 3 a little better though. It’s an upgraded version only they don’t have an extension kit available as of yet but it’s on the way! Thanks for watching and let me know if there are any questions!

[@johnprosser2142]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman thank you so much for your reply and information! I have checked out the Masuter 3 on their website and it’s not much money to get some great upgrades! If it wasn’t for you, I wouldn’t have even looked at the Master 3 thank you!

[@sistemas_jr]

I havent seen anyone engrave acrylic. Can it take on that material??? whats your guess?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Yes! You need to watch your bit speeds as it will get hot and could melt the acrylic and bind up on the bit!!

[@sistemas_jr]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman thank you for your response! 👍 Learned a los from your videos. o have one more subscriber here. Have a great day!

[@Dari0Medina]

hihihi can the machine works with vcarve program? greetings from Chile

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

It will work with VCarve! Thanks for watching!

[@paul_hartsel24]

I just bought the same cnc machine. I can not get easel to recognize it through usb connection. Did you have that problem? can you please help?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Did you twist the emergency stop bottom after setup?

[@paul_hartsel24]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman I did not know about that little trick. I would be trying that when I get home tonight.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

+@paul_hartsel24 yup! They come usually pressed in. Try that!

[@paul_hartsel24]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman it works thanks so much

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

@@paul_hartsel24 was that the issue??? Glad to hear your up and running either way!

[@AndrewD-t1n]

Can you do 3d cutting with this machine?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

100! Yes!

[@billieb]

link to harbor freight vid with whatever you were going to attach?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Upgrading my FoxAlien Masuter Pro with a Harbor Freight Bauer Router! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ-9eqtrjqx8gMU Thanks for watching!!!

[@bluntzera8238]

I want to buy that small router to make plastic parts. Do you think the machine could handle cutting 3mm aluminum sheets too?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

You can definitely do the plastic parts but if you’re interested in metals you can probably get that done too. I would highly recommend looking into the Masuter 3s. It’s a little more money but you’ll be happy you did! amzn.to/3MgogM5

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Also check on my video on Masuter 3. I’ll be review on the Masuter 3s this week and do a side by side.

[@bluntzera8238]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman thanks a lot! After watching your videos I saw others upgrading the masuter pro with linear ball bering extensions too. I will be keeping an eye for your upcoming review on the new 3S model for sure. Amazing content! Thanks for helping!

[@duallity2403]

I don't know if you still read these or not, but here goes. When you decided to switch from the 1/8" to 1/16" bit to get all the detail, couldn't you have started with the 1/8" to hog out the majority and then step down to the 1/16" to finish it?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I do read these still!! LoL. Absolutely yes. I’m impatient sometimes and don’t do two bits! LoL

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

(Like I should!!!)

[@tamarathompson8001]

Can you use Vectrix with this machine?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I believe yes although I do not use it personally.

[@user-jt5vm3mi1w]

Lol I want one to make spraypaint stencils

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

It could work but maybe a Cricut or Plotter would be better for that.

[@user-jt5vm3mi1w]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsmanOk I will look

[@Bernardgrubb]

If you had used a down cut bit you would have had much less tear out on plywood

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Downcuts definitely are good for plywood! I don’t cut ply much but you’re def correct! Thanks for watching!!!

[@Hillbillyoutdoors38]

Is there a free program that you can run this cnc with? If so what would you recommend?Thanks in advance!!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Easel online has a free version that is good to start with. I even recommend the Pro version even if you only use for a couple months until you get things figured out. There are others out there as well but Easel is great!

[@Hillbillyoutdoors38]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman thank you very much!!!

[@andrewsims7366]

Just FYI, the link for the calipers is not correct.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Wow! Dang! Thanks for letting me know! I updated the links! I’ll have to check other videos later! Thank you! 🙏

[@mohammadrawshdeh7579]

Hello sir. I want your advice.. am planning to start a business.. do you advice to use cnc router for engraving on acrylic .. example ( engraving photos.. logos.. ets) And thnx again

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

100%!!! Using a CNC will drastically reduce your production time and increase quality!! I love my FoxAlien and think you would too!!! I’ll be doing a live stream next weekend building one so come by and say hello!

[@mohammadrawshdeh7579]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman thnx for replying.. does the photo quality will be clear as the co2 laser or less ?

[@leozacic]

Thank you so much for this videos, new subscriber for sure and I will check out your content. Hopefully you can help me, what bits do I need to carve on concrete? Thanks in advance.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Oh wow! That’s awesome! I havnt done any carving on concrete but I would say you need diamond tip bits, very slow and shallow passes as well as keeping your concrete sprayed with water. Its will be very dusty and you wont want to breathe that in so a mask while in the shop would be a good idea too! Concrete dust in the lungs is not a good thing!

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

amzn.to/3v7xhlB

[@leozacic]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman Awesome, thank you. I will give these a try.

[@GHOSTRIDER718]

Hi, how can i use my mac os with this cnc machine.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Your best starter program to use is Easel by inventables. It’s on online based program and super easy to use. The Pro version is $24/month but it’s worth it for a few months until yon get used to how the CNC works. I actually pay for it and use it for a tax right off business expense.

[@madebyshaypie]

Mine doesnt cut all the way through the wood and it is so frusterating! Im not understanding why?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Could be a number of things. Did you set the actual thickness of wood. Use calipers to be exact in MM.

[@madebyshaypie]

I did yes, only cutting halfway through. I will have to do some troubleshooting. Thanks for the reply!​@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman

[@watchclubent.3956]

How deep can you cut with that CNC?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

So you can cut as deep as the end mill is long. I have bits that are 1” long. That’s about the max I would do with this machine. You can fit media as thick as 2.5”.

[@scotthogan177]

Is the cutting super loud??

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

So the 60w spindle is not very loud but if you add the Palm Router it’s much louder. I have a closed insulated workshop so you can barely hear it outside. I can’t speak to the 400w spindle (yet) 🤫🫢😉. stay tuned!!!

[@questc]

Where do I get that board that prevents it from damaging the machine

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

If you’re talking about the spoil board it’s just a sheet of MDF board. I like to use 1/8” thickness so I don’t take away too much Z clearance. Any Big Box hardware store will sell it!

[@questc]

@@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman thanks man I appreciate it

[@Bodaduchee]

So I have to buy a computer? I run a cnc lathe for metal at work. I want to do it as a hobby at home but I have no idea what Im getting into. Any additional advice?? Please

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I would highly recommend a laptop but it doesn’t have to be expensive! Also Windows over Mac but I use Mac because I’m just so used to it!

[@Susannicolearts]

Use a down cut blade.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Love me some down cut bits!

[@omgthisnamewasfree2076]

I was going to ask about this, I've just set my machine up, can't wait to start using it! Guessing this was done with an up cut bit?

[@roydennis1529]

Have you tried laser cutting with your CnC machine?

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Not yet!!! I really need to add a Laser!!!

[@Justin-td4bb]

Hate to point out the obvious but double sided tape would be simpler

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

They do make a double sided tape but it’s $17 roll! Don’t use carpet tape… leaves a nasty sticky residue. Thanks for watching!

[@slipperyRat-e4q]

Seriously? 1/4 inch bit on that small spindle.. Lots fo chatter I would guess. Upgrade to the Makitka... Lot stronger, only thing is the weight and the flex.. 😉

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Upgrading my FoxAlien Masuter Pro with a Harbor Freight Bauer Router! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ-9eqtrjqx8gMU

[@HyPex808-2]

man that thing looks a lot smaller that i thought it would

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

The base has a 15.75”x15.75” cutting area. With extension kit it expands to 31”

[@scottydntno]

ATTENTION: it does NOT work like any other accelerator

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I stand by my comment. Don’t waste your money on accelerator. Using alcohol helps evaporate h2o causing the super glue to dry faster than without. When CNCing we use a ton of tape and glue. It doesn’t make sense for one to by $12 for 2oz of glue. I’ll keep buying my $1.49 glue and surely keep recommending my process because it works… the video showed that. Thanks for watching!

[@AetherPirate1]

so basically i have a 800 dollar paperweight, because this literally does nothing for me on how to set up or actually use my machine. i have tried multiple times to find someone on this god forsaken site to actually help me in some fashion and i get absolutely nothing. no clue on how to connect the machine / on how to move to a certain location on the board / how to start up etc... I'm going to try again this weekend on learning how to use it otherwise it goes in the trash, have other tools that can use the space this thing takes up

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

Let’s start with finding out what is going on? So I’m assuming you have it built? Is it powering up? Will it Home? Up down left right forward backward? Etc. Feel free to email me. [e-mail] or hit me up on Facebook and messenger.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

How long have you had it? What software are you using. Have you tried Easel online??

[@rsz90182]

Yea pay someone monthly money for free programs. 😅😅😂😂😂

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I’m not a fan of the fee but there are some pretty cool upsides to the Pro version of Easel. Only my opinion.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I could think of worse ways to spend $25 bucks (and better) LoL

[@Dark_Phoinix]

AHAHHAAHAHAHH CNC WITH WELLS ? ONLY DUMPS ....

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

I have no clue what any of this means! 🤔

[@simonbolivar6344]

Why you spend to much time talking nothing about the product. Look that machine cost 100 box period.

[@TheCrawlspaceCraftsman]

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