Online resources
An excellent introduction is: http://softsolder.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/cnc-introduction-2011.pdf
Especially useful is CNC Quick Reference[1] --- a one-page .pdf w/ the essentials of cutting and G-Code.
https://www.sparkfun.com/stepoko
Nomad users may wish to see:
- https://trello.com/b/hqyIBPYR/carbide3d-nomad-cheatsheet
- Unofficial drawings of the threaded table as PDF and SVG: http://community.carbide3d.com/t/nomad-883-threaded-table-and-clamps/4691
- Nomad Wasteboard: http://community.carbide3d.com/uploads/default/69/875058bde0c46df0.PDF
- Nomad 883 Pro Quick Start Guide.pdf [2]
Unique and useful sources for:
- Materials: http://www.matweb.com/index.aspx
- Hardware: http://www.tracepartsonline.net
Contents
- 1 Forums
- 2 Web Sites
- 3 Tutorial Videos
- 4 Safety
- 5 Magazines
- 6 GitHub
- 7 Inventor's Links
- 8 Clipart
- 9 Project Design Sharing Sites
- 10 SVG generators
- 11 Design generators
- 12 Digitizers
- 13 Project Generators
- 14 Plans for Projects
- 14.1 Personal
- 14.2 Boxes
- 14.3 Office
- 14.4 Clocks and Gears
- 14.5 Mechanisms
- 14.6 Hardware
- 14.7 Games
- 14.8 Holiday Decorations
- 14.9 Toys
- 14.10 Household
- 14.11 Machines
- 14.12 Speakers
- 14.13 Photography
- 14.14 Tools
- 14.15 Vacuum Forming
- 14.16 Vehicles
- 14.17 Musical Instruments
- 14.18 Furniture
- 14.19 Kinetic models
- 14.20 Sites specifically for project plans
- 14.21 Sites for 3D Models
- 14.22 Resources
- 15 Licensing
- 16 Calculators
- 17 PDFs
- 18 Hardware References
Forums
We have forums set up here.
Most questions should be posted there. Hopefully the answers to your question will help someone in the future.
Additional Forums
- http://community.carbide3d.com --- official company discussion area
- https://www.reddit.com/r/shapeoko/
- https://plus.google.com/101142680228932063727/about --- Google Circle on Shapeoko
Google Group
Initially, a ShapeOko Google group was used for discussion. it has now been archived in favor of the forums.
IRC Node
http://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=#shapeoko [3]
Web Sites
There is an effort to get a Digital Fabrication area going on StackExchange, but it needs another two dozen or so questions to be up-voted.
Build logs are the open source equivalent of the research notebook. You basically document the progress of a project, but it can be so much more. You can collaborate with others, get feedback, have people review your work. Often feedback can save you from mistakes already made by others. The site and forum are run by Barton Dring, whom we can thank for MakerSlide. | |
Dank | Nice info on installing GRBL |
cncprogramming.martinchick.com | End Mill Speed & Feed Calculator |
repables | Site for open source project files. |
Search for ShapeOko on Thingiverse | There's a wide variety of contributed files for upgrades, components and convenience items available. |
Search for ShapeOko on Trimble 3D Warehouse | There's a wide variety of contributed files for upgrades, components and a complete machine: |
CNC Mentor | Blog site with a variety of articles under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. |
Chestnut Pens: Downloads | Collection of CNC utility and other programs. |
DXF-Downloads.de (German) | Site collecting free DXFs. |
50 Digital Wood Joints | Creative Commons collection of joints suited for cutting w/ a CNC. See also Fabrication Techniques & Hardware. |
GrabCAD | Large site w/ a vast collection of CAD files to download. |
CNC milling guide from Melbourne hackerspace | Concise overview of milling. |
Online G-Code commenter | Useful to learn G-code. |
Guerrilla guide to CNC machining, mold making, and resin casting | |
Wiki CNCDIY | |
http://www.craftsmanspace.com/free-software/free-cam-software.html | List of software. Other pages are interesting, w/ an extensive list of books by topic from archive.org |
http://www.cnc4free.org/ | List of links and files |
http://www.newport.com/Motion-Basics-and-Standards/140230/1033/content.aspx | Motion Basics and Standards by the Newport Corporation. |
http://www.computersculpture.com/Pages/Index_Links.html | Computer Sculpture External Links Page --- company also sells software and hardware at a discount. |
https://plus.google.com/u/0/communities/116172091660683665800 | ShapeOko Google Circle/Community. |
https://plus.google.com/communities/113449862431368152053 | Little CNC Community Google Circle. |
http://www.reddit.com/r/CNC | CNC on reddit. |
http://www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/ | Hobbiest CNC on reddit. |
http://www.reddit.com/r/shapeoko/ | ShapeOko on reddit. |
http://www.physics.ncsu.edu/pearl/Tap_Drill_Chart.html | Tap and drill chart |
gplEDA | Links to Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools that are released under the GPL. |
http://wiki.xtronics.com/index.php/CAD_CAM | Wiki of opensource CAD CAM software, w/ some commentary. |
http://www.cnc4everyone.com/ | CNC 4 everyone Beginner's guide to CNC technology. |
http://www.calcool.dk/index.html | Collection of tools for calculating various geometries. |
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com | Worldwide hobby community for machinist-built model engines. |
http://www.incompetech.com/graphpaper/lite/ | Simple Grid Graph Paper PDF Generator |
http://www.100kprojects.com/ | Site for plans for projects for a Shopbot (proprietary fileformat, but may provide inspiration) |
http://www.instructables.com/id/Woodworking-Projects-for-Beginners/ | Woodworking Projects for Beginners --- list of 50 woodworking projects on Instructables. |
http://www.mini-lathe.com/Mini_mill/Introduction/Introduction.htm
https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/machining---lathes-mills-etc/charts
Web Pages
- http://www.carbidedepot.com/resources.htm --- Technical Resources for Manufacturing Professionals. Includes pages many useful references and calculations including:
- http://www.carbidedepot.com/formulas-cb-inch.htm --- Counterbored Holes Dimensions (inch)
- http://www.carbidedepot.com/formulas-cb-metric.htm --- Counterbored Holes Dimensions (metric)
- http://fabrication.wikia.com/wiki/CNC
- https://www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/
- http://pergatory.mit.edu/resources/FUNdaMENTALS.html --- MIT Precision Engineering Research Group: FUNdaMENTALS of Design
- http://www.woodworkinghistory.com/index.html
- Clockmaking --- http://lisaboyer.com/Claytonsite/resources.htm
- http://www.woodweb.com/SiteMap.html
- http://www.amanatool.com/knowledge_base
- http://www.hobby-machinist.com/
- http://web.mit.edu/2.670/www/Tutorials/Machining/mill/Description.html
- https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/cncbasics
- http://www.mmsonline.com/articles/cnc-intro-the-key-concepts-of-computer-numerical-control
Tutorial Videos
https://techtv.mit.edu/videos/142-machine-shop-1
Fabtotum community CAM work and calculations
Safety
https://www.bwc.ohio.gov/downloads/blankpdf/MachineShops.pdf
Magazines
- http://reprapmagazine.com/ (online) --- 3D printing
- http://www.homeshopmachinist.net (print)
- http://www.digitalmachinist.net/ --- digital-format demo issue of Digital Machinist.
- http://www.mmsonline.com/
- http://www.cnc-west.com/
GitHub
GitHub is an opensource development collaboration site which is used to house the source files for the ShapeOko project.
Inventor's Links
YouTube Channel
Edward's channel on YouTube
Other ShapeOko YouTube videos.
Edward's Blog
Chronological listing available here: feed://www.shapeoko.com/blog/feed
Follow ShapeOko on Twitter
Clipart
Another option is to search on filetype:svg on Google's image search, or to search Wikimedia
Project Design Sharing Sites
- yeggi - Printable 3D Models Search Engine
- http://community.shapedo.com/
- Thingiverse - Digital Designs for Physical Objects
- https://obrary.com/collections/open-designs
3D model sources
http://reprap.org/wiki/Printable_part_sources
- http://www.vectorclip3d.com/
- https://www.vectorart3d.com/
- http://hobbycncart.com/
- http://www.3dmodelclub.com/
- http://carver3d.com/en/
- http://3dprint.nih.gov/
- https://www.reddit.com/r/3Dprinting/comments/5bzc0i/nasa_puts_its_3d_models_up_on_github/ [4]
SVG generators
Since the typical workflow makes use of scalable vector graphics (SVG), one can leverage tools which make these to produce designs or design elements for cutting:
- QR-Codes --- http://keremerkan.net/qr-code-and-2d-code-generator/
- Celtic knot work --- http://sourceforge.net/projects/knotter/
- Lithophanes --- http://3dp.rocks/lithophane/
- http://mandalacreator.com/
Design generators
- http://paulrowntree.weebly.com/standingwave.html --- utility to create .eps files which can be carved w/ a ball-nose bit to create a wavy appearance.
- http://betterblock.org/wikiblock/ --- open-source toolkit of designs for benches, chairs, planters, stages, bus stops, kiosks, &c. to cut out of plywood.
Geography
- http://jthatch.com/Terrain2STL/
- http://paulrowntree.weebly.com/topo.html --- creates STL files from elevation data
Digitizers
One can of course use a probe, or laser digitizer. A profile gauge is a useful option as well: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Profile_gauge
http://fablab.ruc.dk/diy-digitizer/
Project Generators
Geometry
http://www.templatemaker.nl/sphere [5]
Boxes
Discussion of many of these at: http://rasterweb.net/raster/tag/boxmaker/
- https://github.com/danst0/Box-Generator --- Python
- Box Designer --- Input dimensions, generates a PDF to cut a notched box on a laser-cutter. Source: https://github.com/rahulbot/box-designer-website
- BoxCreator --- Processing code to create a lasercut notched box.
- http://makeabox.io/
- MakerCase[6]
- http://boxdesigner.frag-den-spatz.de/
- http://wyolum.com/t-slot-boxmaker/ [7]
- Thingiverse
Carbide Create
Inkscape
- Inkscape plug-in: http://www.twot.eu/111000/111000.html (also available at: https://github.com/hellerbarde/inkscape-boxmaker )[11]
Paper/Cardboard
- http://www.templatemaker.nl/ --- better for laser cutter or drag knife
- https://www.cpforbes.net/tuckbox/
- http://www.donektools.com/downloadable/g_box_generator_v1.xls --- Excel Spreadsheet G-Code File Generator from Donek Tools – generates a permanent G-code file for the box size you specify
Designs
Other
- Sundial: http://www.blocklayer.com/sundialeng.aspx [13]
- Enclosures: http://www.protocase.com/design/template-generator.php
- https://wikihouse.cc/
Threads
Thread generator: Thingiverse: Nut Job
Plans for Projects
- http://www.bolts-library.org/en/index.html --- a free and open-source standard parts library for CAD applications.
- http://www.snapeda.com/ --- free PCB footprints and schematic symbols for millions of parts.
https://www.zenziwerken.de/en/ --- Cool collection of household, office and toy plans[14]
Resources for free plans for projects:
Personal
Boxes
- CNC Spring Joint Box --- self-locking design, no glue or fasteners. Includes link to .dxf, .pdf and PartWorks and Vectric V-CarvePro files.
- http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?218439-hardboard-toolbox-something-to-help-organize-your-stuff
- DXFs for paper and cardboard boxes for a laser or drag knife: http://www.rabbitlaserusa.com/DownloadableProjects.html
- Thingiverse: Customizable Parts Box [16]
Office
- http://www.ossmann.com/protractor/ --- includes .pdf and .dxf for conventional, decimal and fractional spread
- Thingiverse: Knee and Joint Protractor - goniometer
- http://mysqlweb.myftp.org/Woodworking/Plans/shakerlapdesk.pdf --- http://mysqlweb.myftp.org/Woodworking/Plans/shakerlapdesk.pdf (plans are for hand cut dovetails and would need to be adapted for CNC
- Thingiverse: Open 3D Fountain pen[17]
Clocks and Gears
See CAD, Clocks.
- Brian Law's Woodenclocks --- Clocks 1, 2, 4 and 5 in .pdf format and a .dxf sample of gears. 3D .stp files available for some (paid) designs.[18]
- Wooden combination lock
- http://www.mysundial.ca/tsp/horizontal_sundial.html
- http://makezine.com/2013/09/04/how-to-build-a-cnc-milled-orrery/ [19]
- http://www.lisaboyer.com/Claytonsite/Claytonsite1.htm
Mechanisms
Hardware
https://github.com/drofnas/SCAD-Knurled-Nut-Knob
Games
- Pegs and Jokers board game
- https://www.cribbageguy.com/templates/ [20]
- http://community.carbide3d.com/t/connect-four-game-designed-in-carbide-create/3518/2
- 39 Ancient board games from around the world [21]
- https://www.dropbox.com/s/sojw2a7bawbnrxh/Spirograph.svg?dl=0 [22]
Holiday Decorations
Toys
- Airplanes --- http://www.outerzone.co.uk/ http://www.outerzone.co.uk/plan_files_07/7352/Aerogull_plan.pdf
- Vought Corsair F-4U: http://www.manmademayhem.com/?p=208 [24]
- Marshmallow crossbow --- Woodworking for mere mortals, Mini-Marshmallow Crossbow Pistol
- http://makezine.com/projects/make-29/better-nerf-gun/
- Thingiverse: Vincy Compound Bow Mark 3
- LinkerLogs --- CCASA licensed large-scale building toy inspired by an article in Dec 1953 issue of Mechanics Illustrated magazine.
- http://www.stevedgood.com/bandgun2.pdf --- rubberband gun
- longboards https://www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/comments/3iuudq/longboards/cukqm71
- Puzzles
- http://www.hoslotcarracing.com/WoodenTrack.html https://www.amazon.com/Freud-Diameter-Double-Straight-04-096/dp/B00004T7B2
Household
- http://www.woodmagazine.com/woodworking-plans/free/special-delivery-mailbox-plan
- http://opensourcebeehives.net/
- http://community.carbide3d.com/t/building-a-simple-bank/8279
Machines
- https://preciousplastic.com/ --- tools for recycling plastic [26]
Speakers
Photography
Tools
c.f., List of Tools
- Die Filer (File Machine) Project for the Shapeoko3 AND the Nomad (The Files)
- Free Workshop Tool Plans
- http://www.ibuildit.ca/wooden-bar-clamp-1.html
- Thingiverse: Rope making machine
- Thingiverse: Press Brake
- Thingiverse: Pump Hand Drill
- Bench grinder rest
- Thingiverse: Gilmore Toolbox 2.0
- Thingiverse: 3D-Printed Self-Centering Doweling Jig [29]
Vacuum Forming
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1611996 [30]
Vehicles
http://www.thomassondesign.com/en/building/building-manual
Musical Instruments
- Building Guitars with MeshCAM
- 3/4 scale guitar --- http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:486731 [31]
- D-Size Tele Body Blueprint Files[32]
- http://www.guitar-parts-depot.com/control-plates.html [33]
- Re: Guitars and signs I've made --- variety of guitar designs done in CamBam
- http://www.projectguitar.com/files/file/65-the-lancaster/
- http://guitarscience.net/papers/guibook.pdf
- luascript to create guitar body shapes for Vectric Vcarve: http://forum.vectric.com/viewtopic.php?f=51&t=26502
- Tracing guitar bodies using Rhino 3D: http://blog.cnccookbook.com/2017/08/07/easy-guitar-drawing-custom-guitar-bodies-part-1-cnc-cad-project/ (includes video)
- https://www.electricherald.com/
- https://grabcad.com/library/gibson-flying-v-83-1
The subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Luthier/ has a number of useful links in its sidebar
Furniture
- Opendesk furniture designs with gallery for Creative Commons designs[34]
- http://digitallyfabbed.com/#/olivia-desk/ --- parametric version [35]
- TT-office Creative Commons Furniture design
- 20 open source furniture designs
- Sliding Puzzle Secret Compartment Table
- Portal Book Ends --- Thingiverse[36]
- http://www.instructables.com/id/Bear-chair-and-table-set-for-kids/ [37]
- http://atfab.co/cnc-furniture/
- Dodecahedron Lamp
Workbench
- http://makezine.com/projects/make-38-cameras-and-av/cnc-maker-bench/
- CNC Maker Bench --- parametric bench/table design
- http://www.familyhandyman.com/workshop/workbench/classic-diy-workbench-plans/view-all
Chairs
- open source chair
- https://3dprint.com/129402/open-source-fabrics-chairs/ [38]
- Popular Mechanics: Build Your Own Beautiful Flat-Pack Chair
- http://www.dyvikdesign.com/site/portfolio-jens/products/the-layer-chair [39]
- http://sketchchair.cc/ [40]
Shelf
http://community.carbide3d.com/t/floating-shelf-build-video/5068
Table
Inspirational Pieces
Construction of an 18th-c French Mechanical Table
Kinetic models
http://www.derekhugger.com/store.html --- includes sculpture, a hummingbird, marble machine, clock, &c. Notable for having a tools page which shares the underlying mechanical concepts and formulae (linked to elsewhere on the wiki)
Sites specifically for project plans
Sites for 3D Models
http://www.3dlinks.com/objects_free.cfm
http://www.coolpage.com/aom.html
http://www.povworld.org/objects/links3.html
http://www.computerarts.co.uk/
http://www.freegraphics.com/07_Backgrounds/
http://www.grsites.com/textures/wood002.shtml
http://www.3dvalley.com/models.shtml
Resources
http://www.woodworkersworkshop.com/cadfiles/cadsyms.htm
Licensing
Military: http://www.defense.gov/Media/Trademarks
Calculators
- http://m.americanmachinist.com/thread-cutting-values-calculator
- http://www.sherline.com/calculators.htm
- http://www.calculatoredge.com/mech/lathop.htm
- http://lisafea.com
- http://zero-divide.net/index.php?page=fswizard
- http://hsmadvisor.com
- http://www.cnccookbook.com/CCGWizard.html
- Kerf Spacing Calculator for bending wood [41]
PDFs
http://www.onsrud.com/files/pdf/LMT-Onsrud-CNC-Prod-Routing-Guide.pdf
http://www.saic.edu/media/saic/pdfs/campusresources/instructionalshops/CNC_Rhino.pdf
Hardware References
- http://www.boltdepot.com/fastener-information/printable-tools/default.aspx
- http://www.homemetalshopclub.org/library/applets/screw_data.html