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

Unique and useful sources for:

• Materials: http://www.matweb.com/index.aspx
• Hardware: http://www.tracepartsonline.net

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
• Facebook
  • https://www.facebook.com/shapeoko
  • https://www.facebook.com/groups/232744457133521/

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 it has now been archived in favor of the forums.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 [2]

Web Sites

http://www.homemadetools.net/

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.

	buildlog.net 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: Shapeoko with V2 X&Y Plates Shapeoko Xmount V2
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

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/

Tutorial Videos

https://techtv.mit.edu/videos/142-machine-shop-1

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

Blog

Chronological listing available here: feed://www.shapeoko.com/blog/feed

Twitter

Follow ShapeOko on Twitter

Clipart

• https://openclipart.org

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/ [3]

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

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[4]
• http://boxdesigner.frag-den-spatz.de/
• http://wyolum.com/t-slot-boxmaker/ [5]
• Thingiverse
  • Parametric Box Maker for 3D printers and Laser Cutters[6]
  • Customizable Box with Finger Joints --- generates a .dxf

Carbide Create

• Generate rabbeted boxes for Carbide Create [7]

Inkscape

• Inkscape plug-in: http://www.twot.eu/111000/111000.html (also available at: https://github.com/hellerbarde/inkscape-boxmaker )[8]

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

• Snowflakes
  • http://blog.inventables.com/2014/11/snowflake-generator.html
  • Thingiverse: Parametric Snowflake Generator
• http://mscir.tripod.com/parabola/
• http://www.wolfiesden.com/Laser/PuzzleCreator.asp [9]

Other

• Sundial: http://www.blocklayer.com/sundialeng.aspx [10]
• 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.

http://libre3d.com/

http://www.stlfinder.com

https://www.zenziwerken.de/en/ --- Cool collection of household, office and toy plans[11]

Resources for free plans for projects:

Personal

• http://www.instructables.com/id/EDC-KEYcore-System/ [12]

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 [13]

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[14]

Clocks and Gears

• 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.[15]
• Wooden combination lock
• http://www.mysundial.ca/tsp/horizontal_sundial.html
• http://makezine.com/2013/09/04/how-to-build-a-cnc-milled-orrery/ [16]

Hardware

https://github.com/drofnas/SCAD-Knurled-Nut-Knob

Games

• Pegs and Jokers board game
• https://www.cribbageguy.com/templates/ [17]

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 [18]
• 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://gridbeam.biz/
  • http://www.roominatetoy.com/from-cardboard-popsicle-sticks-to-a-modular-toy/
  • http://4volt.com/projects/HexToy/
  • http://bitbeam.org/
• http://www.stevedgood.com/bandgun2.pdf --- rubberband gun
• longboards https://www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/comments/3iuudq/longboards/cukqm71
• Puzzles
  • http://www.wood-line.de/G/G000902.htm [19]
    • http://puzzlewillbeplayed.com/
• 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/

Photography

• Multi use Tripod for Cameras, Tools, Phones and More[20]

Tools

• 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: Bench grinder adjustable tool rest
  • Thingiverse: Adjustable Grinder Rest
• Thingiverse: Gilmore Toolbox 2.0

Vacuum Forming

http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1611996 [21]

Musical Instruments

• Building Guitars with MeshCAM
• 3/4 scale guitar --- http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:486731 [22]
• D-Size Tele Body Blueprint Files[23]
• http://www.guitar-parts-depot.com/control-plates.html [24]
• 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
  • http://liutaiomottola.com/formulae/gthang.htm
  • http://www.liutaiomottola.com/formulae/Reset.htm

Furniture

• Opendesk furniture designs with gallery for Creative Commons designs[25]
• TT-office Creative Commons Furniture design
• 20 open source furniture designs
• Sliding Puzzle Secret Compartment Table
• CNC Maker Bench --- parametric bench/table design
• Portal Book Ends --- Thingiverse[26]
• http://www.instructables.com/id/Bear-chair-and-table-set-for-kids/ [27]

Workbench

• http://makezine.com/projects/make-38-cameras-and-av/cnc-maker-bench/
• http://www.familyhandyman.com/workshop/workbench/classic-diy-workbench-plans/view-all

Chairs

• open source chair
• https://3dprint.com/129402/open-source-fabrics-chairs/ [28]
• Popular Mechanics: Build Your Own Beautiful Flat-Pack Chair
• http://www.dyvikdesign.com/site/portfolio-jens/products/the-layer-chair [29]
• http://sketchchair.cc/ [30]

Shelf

http://community.carbide3d.com/t/floating-shelf-build-video/5068

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

• http://www.vintageprojects.com/site-map.html

Sites for 3D Models

http://www.millwizard.com

http://www.3dcommune.com/

http://www.3dlinks.com/objects_free.cfm

http://3dcreator.com/

http://www.amazing3d.com

http://www.uvmapper.com/

http://www.coolpage.com/aom.html

http://www.3drender.com/

http://www.povworld.org/objects/links3.html

http://www.computerarts.co.uk/

http://www.freegraphics.com/07_Backgrounds/

http://www.dvgarage.com/

http://www.grsites.com/textures/wood002.shtml

http://www.tenlinks.com/

http://www.flay.com/

http://www.cgchannel.com/

http://www.renderosity.com/

http://www.daz3d.com/

http://www.poserworld.com/

http://www.3dtotal.com/

http://www.3dvalley.com/models.shtml

http://www.3d02.com/

http://www.aeronautica3d.com/

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

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

Drill Charts

• http://www.physics.ncsu.edu/pearl/Tap_Drill_Chart.html
• http://www.engineersedge.com/drill_sizes.htm [31]
• http://www.newmantools.com/tapdrill.htm [32]