Tools

=Basic Tools Required=

Shapeoko 3


Tools needed for assembly will be included w/ a kit. Tools which are currently included:


 * Hex keys (Allen wrenches)
 * 1.5mm Hex key --- used for M3 set screws on pulleys
 * 2mm Ball End Hex Key
 * 2.5mm Ball End Hex Key
 * 3mm Ball End Hex key
 * 4mm Ball End Hex Key
 * 5mm Allen wrench --- used for M6 Socket Head Cap Screws (SHCS)
 * single use wrenches
 * 8mm
 * 10mm
 * 13mm

as well as


 * blue thread lock
 * Sharpie Permanent Marker

Required

 * Flush cut pliers (or scissors) --- these are used for trimming zip ties --- an alternative is to use a pair of nail clippers --- if curved clippers are used the ends will be rounded and less likely to catch
 * Needle nose pliers
 * Tape measure or ruler
 * Level
 * Pencil

Recommended

 * Easy-peel masking tape, such as blue painter’s tape (nothing that leaves a residue behind)
 * Adjustable wrench
 * Flashlight

Other Tools

 * 5.5mm open-end wrench --- used for M3 hex nuts
 * Slip Joint Pliers (a pair was included w/ earlier kits in lieu of the larger wrenches)
 * 1/8" hex key for 10-24 BHCS used for 1/2" aluminum spacers used for Z-axis stops --- these have been switched to metric for current production
 * 8mm Combo Wrench
 * 10mm Assembly Wrench
 * 13mm (or 1/2") wrench for M8 hex nuts

DeWalt DWP611/D26200

 * 17mm (same size as the wrench for ER11 nuts such as used by the Nomad 883 machines)

Carbide Compact Router/Makita RT0700/0701
collet wrench/nut sizes:


 * 13mm --- note that this must be low profile. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0791ZS89G
 * 22mm --- a stubby wrench is well-suited for this, and handier due to the low torque requirements

Shapeoko 2
Tools needed for a stock ShapeOko 2 kit from Inventables. These tools will also cover most Shapeoko 1 kits.


 * 4mm Allen wrench
 * 3mm Allen wrench
 * 2.5mm Allen wrench
 * 2mm Allen wrench
 * 1.5mm Allen wrench
 * 2 13mm open-end wrenches
 * 8mm open-end wrench
 * A tool to tighten the M3 brass standoff spacers --- candidates include: 5mm open-end wrench, adjustable crescent wrench, nylon parallel-jaw pliers.
 * M5 0.8 pitch Tap
 * T-handle
 * razor blade (used for cutting and stripping wires, the tools listed below are preferable)
 * small flat-bladed screwdriver
 * very small Phillips (or flat-bladed) screwdriver
 * #2 Philips or large flat-bladed screwdriver

Nomad
ER-11 collets require:


 * 17mm open-end wrench

Nomad spindle:


 * 13mm (early machines accepted 12 mm or 1/2"), possibly low profile. https://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-644116-Metric-Polished-Combination/dp/B002INOO68

=Tool Descriptions and Notes=

=Optional tools=


 * Taps
 * https://www.mcmaster.com/#standard-taps/=160sq9g --- spiral/gun taps are useful in a through hole, pushing chips out the far end
 * M3 tap (for Shapeoko 3 if tapping rails to mount drag chains)
 * M6 tap (for Shapeoko 3): http://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-9-Drill-and-6-mm-x-1-0-NC-Tap-Set-DWA1420/204787310
 * Countersink, Filing tools or Dremel with milling bit: Some Shapeokos have mounting plates w/ coatings which may need to be removed from the holes for the bolts to fit. Some manufacturing process may leave small nubs around all holes which should be filed off. A single twist of a countersink will remove the burr, which is much faster than a file.
 * Tapered Reamer --- Some upgrades may require enlarging the holes in the plates --- a tapered reamer is a useful tool for doing so. This was more so the case for the ShapeOko 1's plates which had round holes.
 * Machinist's (or other high-precision) square --- a good quality drafting triangle is amazingly precise for the price and a useful tool for checking that things are square, perpendicular and plumb.
 * http://www.leevalley.com/US/wood/page.aspx?p=32601&cat=1,42936,42941
 * http://www.starrett.com/metrology/product-detail/3020-4
 * Dial Indicator is useful for evaluating accuracy
 * Caliper and/or micrometer
 * True Power 6"(150mm) Stainless Steel Digital Vernier Caliper with Inch Fractions/Decimal SAE/Metric Unit Display & Conversion #446
 * http://wixey.com/calipers/index.html
 * iGaging IP54 Electronic Digital Caliper 0-6" Display Inch/Metric/Fractions Stainless Steel Body
 * https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017KUC6XQ
 * heat source (heat gun or hair blow-dryer) if using heat shrink tubing.

Tool Storage
https://cutrocket.com/p/5adf9542c9d81/

Foam tool organizer

ShapeOko Cigar Box Tool kit

Thingiverse: Foldable tool box http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:53845



Technique for molding foam: http://madmodder.net/index.php?topic=4770.0

Fine Woodworking: Quick to Build Tool Cabinet PDF

http://www.toolcrib.com/blog/2008/08/15-free-toolbox-plans-for-woodworkers

http://www.garymkatz.com/ChartsDrawings/tool_tote.html --- utilitarian toolbox which fits w/in a milk crate. Includes SketchUp plan.

http://www.shopnotes.com/files/issues/131/cnc-toolbox.pdf

https://mantiscanada.com/tool-grid/about-tool-grid

List of Tools

Additional Tools

 * Measurement
 * Calipers
 * micrometer
 * dial indicator w/ magnetic base
 * feeler gauge
 * thread pitch gauge


 * Set up tools
 * parallels
 * 1-2-3 blocks


 * marking
 * permanent marker
 * layout fluid such as Dykem
 * carbide scribe


 * dead blow hammer


 * punches


 * allen keys
 * torx keys
 * Files --- "inexpensive and are best bang for the buck in finishing"
 * triangle (machinist) scraper
 * crescent wrench
 * toe clamp set


 * Contour gauge --- well-suited to duplicating shapes for replicating parts. Designing_for_Fabrication
 * Crimpers --- http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2103683 --- suited to small Molex and DuPont connectors.
 * https://www.pololu.com/product/1928
 * https://www.amazon.com/Engineer-PA-21-Universal-Crimping-Pliers/dp/B002L6HJ8W
 * CRC Plastic Safe Multi-Purpose Precision Liquid Lubricant, 11 oz Aerosol Can, Amber
 * Loupe, linen tester, or comparator --- for examining endmills and machined surfaces --- Bausch & Lomb Watchmaker Loupe, 5x (Amazon)
 * deburring tool (esp. if doing metal) --- http://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-Deburring-Tool-HDX090/204218603 or https://www.amazon.com/Noga-RB10002-Heavy-Deburring-Replaceable/dp/B006KLGZ1Q
 * countersink (either hand, or in a drill) --- this will allow one to easily add a nice chamfer to smaller pockets.

=Forum Discussions=


 * Re: What else should I have on hand?
 * How to prepare for Shapeoko 3 - New to CNC