Best hobby cnc content out now. I actually get excited when I see one of your new videos. Everything is right in my wheelhouse as someone interested/starting a garage cnc shop.
100% agree....I use the 2d adaptive and contour on 90% of parts as well. On some of my own projects I like to see how other cutting methods work. Love the content. It's great to have content creators like yourself that uses hobby mills. Most content on UA-cam caters to industrial sized mills. As a mini mill owner, sometimes you have to get creative, so understanding the software and limitations of your machine is priceless.
Hi Adam - I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I agree - I take away good info watching those industrial machines/processes, like workholding/tooling info but you're right - difficult to relate to in terms of feeds/speeds. Thanks for the kind words!
Nice video. Couple of things. When your doing your holes and chamfer for your screws McMaster has almost every screw as a 3d model, you can import that and your part into an assembly and modify it to make sure that you get it to sit under the flush. and the models are pretty much true to the part you get in person. The CAD/CAM bit, you don't need to hide your chamfer on the holes your making life harder for yourself. Next time your at the PC. Open your part back up, with the hole chamfers in. At 7:31 in the video. You selected the hole edges on the model, instead (with the chamfers in) select the face of the chamfer and then click the "Select same diameter" box, that'll then select all the chamfered holes with the same diameter and go to the correct depth to get that chamfer size. Notice how it greys out after you selected the edge of the hole, and you had to manually select all the holes. Do the exact same with the drill operation keep the chamfers in but this time select the inside face of the hole. Again select the "select same diameter" By selecting the face of the hole and not the edge it will automatically put the drill depth to the bottom of the hole so you don't need to manually select the bottom face on your heights tab for the drill bottom, just select the "Drill tip through the bottom" I usually add on +0.5mm (works in the positive not negative value for that box) to the drill tip through bottom just to make sure its gone through if the drill has been reground etc. Also if I remember correctly with the Spot drill op if you select the inside of the hole face (not the chamfer face) and on the height tab at the hole bottom use the "to Chamfer Width" or "Chamfer Diameter" cant remember what one. It'll give you the same result as selecting the chamfer face.
Hi Graham - thanks for the great feedback. I didn’t know that re that chamfers. Will play around w it tonight when I make 2 more of these tonight. Cheers! - Adam
While I may have to watch it 20 times, this is a fantastic video. I am in the midst of “drinking from the fire hose” in CAM (fusion) and have just enough personal progress to understand what you are saying. New subscriber and fan. Thank you!
I'm really glad you're finding the channel helpful! Thanks for the great feedback. I recently put together a video to help someone just like you! Check it out if you're interested, cheers - Adam ua-cam.com/video/zWteMDjxMks/v-deo.html
Yes you should always machine past the bottom of the part. Rule of thumb is bring it down atleast the radius of the tool. If no radius, just take it down another pass (.020 - .050 deeper) thanks for all this! Trying to learn programming, you've definitely got the content!
@@adamdebowski2037 im doing well shifted gear on my one cnc build...going to gecko540 and mesa 7i92 now...and dive in to linuxcnc...because i do not like things simple...
@@adamdebowski2037 Fusion 360 for both. Last time(its been a bit) I used my CNC I used vectric vcarve wich is what came with it originally. Going forward, I want to use fusion exclusively.
@@michaelcoffin4364 From what I've heard, you'll be happy with the move, though I haven't played around in V-carve. Are you using a router? Are you happy with it? I've been thinking about one for a while - space is an issue for me, but it would be nice to have something for large pcs of wood!
This is interesting at least for seeing Solidworks vs what I use Fusion 360. They tool paths seem a bit easier to figure out in Fusion which is a plus for them
@@adamdebowski2037 some of the tool paths like 3d contours, adaptive clearings and different drilling techniques. Maybe from my perspective they are labeled a tad more intuitively but this is coming from never using solid works so it may just be what I am used to. I am entirely self taught so take what I say as a grain of salt
Another great informative video😁, just a small tip.....if you flycut the top face first z=0 then setting tools from that face becomes a lot easier and judging the size of chamfers & c/sinks then becomes simple.😉
Hi Thomas, thanks for the feedback! I’ve actually started facing last intentionally because drilling chips often scratch the top of the part! When facing is the last operation, you get a perfect surface :)
@@adamdebowski2037 try slowing down your spindle speed and increase your drilling feed & increase the amount of pecks (shorter punchy cuts) which will help your drill chip cuttings better and eliminate them wraping in the flutes and possible scratching the top face. I'm not being critical, your doing great stuff, just some pointers to help from my +30 years CNC experience😉
@@thomasmcgravie6932 I appreciate your feedback very much! This is exactly the kind of detailed info/feedback that helps me make better parts. Thanks for taking the time to reply with great info. I'm going to try slowing down the spindle for drilling - if that keeps my chips from swinging around/scratching, that'll be a big win. Cheers! Adam
What was the logic for using the SuperFly as your last tool path in Op 1? It likely left a small burr on the trailing edge of the aready present Chamfer. I would think decking the part first would leave a superior overall finish?
Hi Shawn - I’ve started facing last lately - intentionally - because I’ve found that drilling after facing in aluminum can end up scratching the top face with all the chips swinging around the drill. The chamfers don’t get burred over, but if there’s no chamfer, there’s definitely some filing work to do…. I know facing as the last operation is a little strange… but it seems to be working…. Though I might rethink it… do you have any thoughts on it?
@@adamdebowski2037 If you are getting satisfactory results keep on keepin' on. I probably would have never thought to try it myself. I would probably have just reloaded the chamfer tool like I always have. Interesting outside the box thinking. I have the same mill, with the same limitations. I use a Centroid KP-3 as my master gauge for WCS and tool offsets.
How do you like the KP-3? I’ve wanted it since the day I found out about it and the price tag kept it on the wish list until I found the drewtronics probe for $269 USD…. But I’ve wondered if the KP3 is better/more expensive for a reason…. Any opinions you care to share?
@@adamdebowski2037 I love it. That being said, I have no other experience with a wired probe. I just works seamlessly. Mine is actually back in PA for the free retrofit Centroid is offering for improved internals. Using a probe as your master gage to set not only the X, Y, Z, but also established tool height offsets is an absolute game changer compared to touching off a tool. I have just downloaded the Swissi add on for CNC12 to add more user friendly probing functionality and am starting to use his Fusion 360 (modified Centroid) Post. If the Drewtronics is treating you well, you can spend the savings on other tooling. I was planning to go the third party route when they offered the KP-3. Their original kinematic probe (DP-4) was way out of my price range.
How are you finding swissi’s probing routines? I’ve heard of it and still intend to get it at some point, but I’m not sure what exactly it brings to the table that the centroid routines are lacking. Have you played around with probing in CAM? I’m interested to try it but haven’t - I had a feeling the post might not support it, so it’s exciting to hear you say there’s a post for it in fusion 360. Where did you learn about that? I’m using HSMWorks for cam, which is nearly identical to Fusion’s CAM, and the post I’m using is just the “Centroid” post in the drop down at the “post process” dialogue box. Is that what you’re using when probing in CAM?
@@adamdebowski2037 yes already have it but was curious as to what solidworks pricing is. I havnt used fusion360 in a couple of years. Still crashes like it used too. I think you need a super computer to run it.😀 Though can't complain on the price. Thanks from MA.
The superfly removes material faster than any other tool I have. It's just perfect for removing lots of material in a facing operation - just like in the video. Wish I had another tool with that MRR that could contour!
Hi Michael - In this video we're copying a part that exists on paper - as an idea. If you're looking for how to measure critical features on a physically existing part and then copy it, you might want to check out this video where we use a probe ua-cam.com/video/YbaHedFWj2A/v-deo.html Calipers aren't very accurate, especially for things like bore positions, and scanners aren't great because they're data intensive and don't give perfect surfaces (cloud point date only - useless for machining, great for 3D printing). Cheers - Adam
Best hobby cnc content out now. I actually get excited when I see one of your new videos. Everything is right in my wheelhouse as someone interested/starting a garage cnc shop.
Hi Chris - thanks for the positive feedback and kind words. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos!
100% agree....I use the 2d adaptive and contour on 90% of parts as well. On some of my own projects I like to see how other cutting methods work. Love the content. It's great to have content creators like yourself that uses hobby mills. Most content on UA-cam caters to industrial sized mills. As a mini mill owner, sometimes you have to get creative, so understanding the software and limitations of your machine is priceless.
Hi Adam - I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I agree - I take away good info watching those industrial machines/processes, like workholding/tooling info but you're right - difficult to relate to in terms of feeds/speeds. Thanks for the kind words!
Nice video. Couple of things.
When your doing your holes and chamfer for your screws McMaster has almost every screw as a 3d model, you can import that and your part into an assembly and modify it to make sure that you get it to sit under the flush. and the models are pretty much true to the part you get in person.
The CAD/CAM bit, you don't need to hide your chamfer on the holes your making life harder for yourself.
Next time your at the PC. Open your part back up, with the hole chamfers in. At 7:31 in the video. You selected the hole edges on the model, instead (with the chamfers in) select the face of the chamfer and then click the "Select same diameter" box, that'll then select all the chamfered holes with the same diameter and go to the correct depth to get that chamfer size. Notice how it greys out after you selected the edge of the hole, and you had to manually select all the holes.
Do the exact same with the drill operation keep the chamfers in but this time select the inside face of the hole. Again select the "select same diameter" By selecting the face of the hole and not the edge it will automatically put the drill depth to the bottom of the hole so you don't need to manually select the bottom face on your heights tab for the drill bottom, just select the "Drill tip through the bottom" I usually add on +0.5mm (works in the positive not negative value for that box) to the drill tip through bottom just to make sure its gone through if the drill has been reground etc. Also if I remember correctly with the Spot drill op if you select the inside of the hole face (not the chamfer face) and on the height tab at the hole bottom use the "to Chamfer Width" or "Chamfer Diameter" cant remember what one. It'll give you the same result as selecting the chamfer face.
Hi Graham - thanks for the great feedback. I didn’t know that re that chamfers. Will play around w it tonight when I make 2 more of these tonight. Cheers! - Adam
While I may have to watch it 20 times, this is a fantastic video. I am in the midst of “drinking from the fire hose” in CAM (fusion) and have just enough personal progress to understand what you are saying. New subscriber and fan. Thank you!
I'm really glad you're finding the channel helpful! Thanks for the great feedback. I recently put together a video to help someone just like you! Check it out if you're interested, cheers - Adam
ua-cam.com/video/zWteMDjxMks/v-deo.html
Incredible work! Thanks for showing us! This is by far and above the best channel on UA-cam!!
Hahaha thanks buddy 🤜
Fantastic video!! Great flow to your narrative and spot on storytelling
Thanks for the positive feedback! I’m glad you enjoyed it :)
Yes you should always machine past the bottom of the part. Rule of thumb is bring it down atleast the radius of the tool. If no radius, just take it down another pass (.020 - .050 deeper) thanks for all this! Trying to learn programming, you've definitely got the content!
Hi Fraxz - thanks for the advice and kind words! Glad you're enjoying the videos. Cheers - Adam
this should have way more views. another great video adam. great explanation and nice flow...
Hi Daniel, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for the positive feedback, I hope you're doing well! - Adam
@@adamdebowski2037 im doing well shifted gear on my one cnc build...going to gecko540 and mesa 7i92 now...and dive in to linuxcnc...because i do not like things simple...
@@danielminskey Haha - awesome. Keep me posted. I've not personally played around too much in Linux CNC - would love to hear your opinion.
Great video Adam. I love the level of detail you go into.
Hey Mark, glad you enjoyed it! Been enjoying following your work, too 😁
I'd really hope this channel grows! Loved the explanation greetings from Mexico!
Me too! I’m glad you enjoyed the video, Hernandez. Cheers 🍻 - Adam
Really good step by step!
Simple and straight to the point. Well done Sir 💥😎
Thanks for the comment - I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Loved it. Ive avoided cam in fusion for the same reasons you spke of in the video. Now I want to get home to play in CAM.
Hi Michael, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! What CAD/CAM are you using?
@@adamdebowski2037 Fusion 360 for both. Last time(its been a bit) I used my CNC I used vectric vcarve wich is what came with it originally. Going forward, I want to use fusion exclusively.
@@michaelcoffin4364 From what I've heard, you'll be happy with the move, though I haven't played around in V-carve. Are you using a router? Are you happy with it? I've been thinking about one for a while - space is an issue for me, but it would be nice to have something for large pcs of wood!
This is quality content. Thank you
Thanks for the kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed the video :)
This is interesting at least for seeing Solidworks vs what I use Fusion 360. They tool paths seem a bit easier to figure out in Fusion which is a plus for them
Would you care to share what you find easier about Fusion? I find them almost identical, but I have not used fusion in a year or so.
@@adamdebowski2037 some of the tool paths like 3d contours, adaptive clearings and different drilling techniques. Maybe from my perspective they are labeled a tad more intuitively but this is coming from never using solid works so it may just be what I am used to. I am entirely self taught so take what I say as a grain of salt
Another great informative video😁, just a small tip.....if you flycut the top face first z=0 then setting tools from that face becomes a lot easier and judging the size of chamfers & c/sinks then becomes simple.😉
Hi Thomas, thanks for the feedback! I’ve actually started facing last intentionally because drilling chips often scratch the top of the part! When facing is the last operation, you get a perfect surface :)
@@adamdebowski2037 try slowing down your spindle speed and increase your drilling feed & increase the amount of pecks (shorter punchy cuts) which will help your drill chip cuttings better and eliminate them wraping in the flutes and possible scratching the top face. I'm not being critical, your doing great stuff, just some pointers to help from my +30 years CNC experience😉
@@thomasmcgravie6932 I appreciate your feedback very much! This is exactly the kind of detailed info/feedback that helps me make better parts. Thanks for taking the time to reply with great info. I'm going to try slowing down the spindle for drilling - if that keeps my chips from swinging around/scratching, that'll be a big win. Cheers! Adam
Another excellent video!
Thanks, Glen! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
What was the logic for using the SuperFly as your last tool path in Op 1? It likely left a small burr on the trailing edge of the aready present Chamfer. I would think decking the part first would leave a superior overall finish?
Hi Shawn - I’ve started facing last lately - intentionally - because I’ve found that drilling after facing in aluminum can end up scratching the top face with all the chips swinging around the drill. The chamfers don’t get burred over, but if there’s no chamfer, there’s definitely some filing work to do…. I know facing as the last operation is a little strange… but it seems to be working…. Though I might rethink it… do you have any thoughts on it?
@@adamdebowski2037 If you are getting satisfactory results keep on keepin' on. I probably would have never thought to try it myself. I would probably have just reloaded the chamfer tool like I always have. Interesting outside the box thinking.
I have the same mill, with the same limitations. I use a Centroid KP-3 as my master gauge for WCS and tool offsets.
How do you like the KP-3? I’ve wanted it since the day I found out about it and the price tag kept it on the wish list until I found the drewtronics probe for $269 USD…. But I’ve wondered if the KP3 is better/more expensive for a reason…. Any opinions you care to share?
@@adamdebowski2037 I love it. That being said, I have no other experience with a wired probe. I just works seamlessly. Mine is actually back in PA for the free retrofit Centroid is offering for improved internals. Using a probe as your master gage to set not only the X, Y, Z, but also established tool height offsets is an absolute game changer compared to touching off a tool. I have just downloaded the Swissi add on for CNC12 to add more user friendly probing functionality and am starting to use his Fusion 360 (modified Centroid) Post.
If the Drewtronics is treating you well, you can spend the savings on other tooling. I was planning to go the third party route when they offered the KP-3. Their original kinematic probe (DP-4) was way out of my price range.
How are you finding swissi’s probing routines? I’ve heard of it and still intend to get it at some point, but I’m not sure what exactly it brings to the table that the centroid routines are lacking.
Have you played around with probing in CAM? I’m interested to try it but haven’t - I had a feeling the post might not support it, so it’s exciting to hear you say there’s a post for it in fusion 360. Where did you learn about that? I’m using HSMWorks for cam, which is nearly identical to Fusion’s CAM, and the post I’m using is just the “Centroid” post in the drop down at the “post process” dialogue box. Is that what you’re using when probing in CAM?
Thank you
Great vídeo put the link to the video that You recomend about 3d machining toolphats
Hi Anibal - I'm glad you enjoyed it. Good idea - the link is now posted in the description of the video. Cheers - Adam
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What is the price for Solidworks amd the HSM? thanks
Solidworks is a few thousand every year depending on the package, HSMWorks plug-in is $70/month
@@adamdebowski2037 wow.
Okay, that's a bit steep for a Home gamer. Thanks bro for the response.
@@MR.KNOWITALL1982 get Fusion360. It’s free
@@adamdebowski2037 yes already have it but was curious as to what solidworks pricing is. I havnt used fusion360 in a couple of years. Still crashes like it used too. I think you need a super computer to run it.😀 Though can't complain on the price. Thanks from MA.
@@MR.KNOWITALL1982Ah gotcha. Well... I'd be lying if I said Solidworks' strong point was it's ability to resist crashes. Cheers from Canada!
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Thanks again, Joel 🍻
Holy fuck that roughing with flycutter made me clench my buttcheecks
The superfly removes material faster than any other tool I have. It's just perfect for removing lots of material in a facing operation - just like in the video. Wish I had another tool with that MRR that could contour!
I was sort of expecting to see like...a caliper or scanner or something. So you just took some basic measurements and guessed fillets, radius etc
Hi Michael - In this video we're copying a part that exists on paper - as an idea. If you're looking for how to measure critical features on a physically existing part and then copy it, you might want to check out this video where we use a probe ua-cam.com/video/YbaHedFWj2A/v-deo.html
Calipers aren't very accurate, especially for things like bore positions, and scanners aren't great because they're data intensive and don't give perfect surfaces (cloud point date only - useless for machining, great for 3D printing).
Cheers - Adam
i wish i was smarter..
🤣 you and me both DragnBarZ!!
dude !! you creat it , you ddint copy it