Setting up my Axiom Precision AR8 Pro CNC // Unboxing and Assembly // Shop upgrade
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
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Hey guys, you know how much I love CNC's so I decided to upgrade to a larger CNC for the shop. This bad boy will cut a full 2ft by 4ft sheet at once! The Axiom Precision AR8 Pro is one solid machine. I cannot wait to put this thing through the paces!
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i am so jealous but very happy for you !! thanks for let me admire you new CNC !!!
+Kostas Annikas Deftereos don't be jealous buddy! It's just another tool on the shop :)
That looks like a very nice well built machine.
+Jerry's This and That yeah I would say it is!! Very strong and accurate :)
You had me worried there for a minute. I thought the trailer might tip over. It looks like a great piece of equipment. I can't wait to see you use it. Thank you for sharing!
+Paul D. Green haha that didn't really cross my mind until later haha :) thanks for checking it out Paul!
Its a beast, cant wait to see what you make with it. Thumbs up and congratulations.
+OG Timbercraft thanks buddy!! :)
A big step up from the previous one you had, looks good!
+Jeremy Hammett yeah boyyyyy, time to make a giant fidget spinner lol
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+Jeremy Hammett lol I don't know about that but it would be fun :)
WOOHOO!!! Nice looking CNC! Now to make chips!
+Mark Lindsay you know it! :)
Looking forward to seeing that baby in action!
+Mike Merzke thanks buddy :)
That thing is massive!
+Kaged Creations why thank you ;)
great video
The most important part I came here to look for is how you lifted it over the stand! I am figuring out if I can assemble it by me own... :(
I called on a neighbor haha 😊
@@SouthernGinger thanks for the prompt reply! I saw your wife/gf helped you...mm...would that work? My wife helps me sometimes, but not sure if this is a "two persons work"....thanks
It's heavy but I think if you lift one end onto a bench or sawhorse you can make it work
Nice upgrade! 🤓👍
Yeah buddy! I can't want to mess around with it more!
so you didn't show how you got the top work table onto your work stand! that's the fun part. it took my 5 guys to lift it up onto it. i dread thinking about the day when I will need to move it out of my shop....
+Master Zebulon haha yeah I grabbed a couple neighbors but they didn't want to be filmed.. sorry :)
Very informative and well produced. I haven't given a thought to adding a CNC machine into my woodworking shop until I watched a Jay Bates video (X-Carve machine) which caused me to begin looking for information. I was pretty convinced that either an X-Carve or Shapeoko was the way to go until I found the Laguna and thereafter, the Axiom CNC machines. I am about to the 100% that I will add a Axiom into my shop... not sure how deep I want to go with this venture... your thoughts? Many thanks and keep up the great work. Cheers
Thanks Kevin! I have a full review on my website if it helps you but in short I started with a Iconic CNC and moved to something bigger, the Axiom. I am a huge fan of their team and their machines. They we're gracious enough to make me an affiliate as well! So if you you do go that route, I offer one on one support to folks that use my link. 💪💪
nice new toy Zack. can't wait to see you kick it in the gear. By the way if you're looking to donate your old C&C let me know. I know and old crippled wood worker that would really love to have one and learn how to use it.
Thanks so much! I will let you know if it comes to that :D
We have the AR8 Pro as well. Great machines! I noticed you did not show the lifting of the machine up onto the stand. Did you have to bring in some additional muscle? I had to hire a piano moving company to carry ours to the basement (no walkout plus the basement stairs make a 90-degree turn part way down). There was no way my wife and I were going to be able to lift that beast and carry it down the stairs ourselves.
+Mike DeRegnaucourt haha I didn't show it because o split my pants lifting it... Haha. No I just grabbed some neighbors to help! :) Nice catch :)
The only reason I caught it is because I knew the AR8 Pro is a heavy beast. I love the machine. Only problem I have had so far was the wire inside the touch-off puck coming loose. I ended up soldering it back to the eyelet spade connector.
+Mike DeRegnaucourt great tip! And yes great machine!
Hi Do you know What pitch screw ball does the machine use for Y and X axes
That's a great question, I am not sure what the pitch is.. might have to check the Axiom site.
congrats -
Thanks dude!!!
i’m getting ready to buy one of these myself. what kind of power is needed for it? 110 220?
Awesome! You need 220 for this model
That's awsome. I am working on building my shop and have plans on building a teardrop camper as well. I am going for a 4x8 cnc due to the fact I don't want to be limited on size. Anything you would change on the teardrop? I am currently doing research and may look into alternate materials.
+flyinshu wow that would be awesome! I was thinking about building a 4x8 for that very reason but I decided to go with a 2x4 :). As far as my teardrop the other thing I would change off the top of my head would be to use a torsion axle so the frame can sit lower and use a trailer with flat sides so you can let the skin over the frame. Other than that, I'm super satisfied with the quality and result :)
Trying to decide between the laguna IQ and the axiom. How do you like the machine now that it has been awhile? What would you have done different? Any suggestions?
Hey! Thanks for asking! I haven't used the Laguna yet but there are some things to consider. The guide rails are mounted to the frame and not the actual top so if there is any deflection you will get an uneven cut, not to mention the Laguna is a plastic top with t-tracks mounted to them. This becomes more apparent when you over-tighten the clamps. Also the Axiom is a 4axis machine compared to the Laguna is a 3axis machine! Hope that helps, I am more than willing to talk to you on the phone about my machine and give honest feedback, all I ask is that you use the links on my site if you decide to purchase a Axiom! :D
I just saw this and realized I have the same CNC you upgraded from and am considering the same one you went to... How has the experience been with the upgrade? What was the biggest reason you got fed up with the iconic?
I actually really enjoyed the iconic and funny enough they're now owned by Axiom haha. I upgraded because I was looking for something with a bigger bed. Iconic actually introduced me to Axiom many years ago and I reached out to them first and loved their product. I use the Axiom very often!
@@SouthernGinger I've actually gotten quite friendly with Steve, the guy who owned Iconic and now works at Axiom since they got bought out. Do you notice that other than the bed size the feeds and speeds are better so you can crank out stuff faster than you used to?
Yeah the feeds and speeds are quicker and repeat processes are much quicker
Awesome upgrade! What are you doing with the Old CNC?
+Makermike not sure yet! For now I'm going to hold onto it :) I need it for smaller projects :)
Do you still like this machine I’m thinking about one?
Love it, use it all the time :)
How long did it take to get it delivered?
that all depends on their current workload, mine took about a month
How does it compare to the Iconic you had? Mainly upgrade for size?
I still have the iconic but yes major upgrade in size and production. I can batch things out much quick on the axiom than the iconic. Both great machines just depends on whats more important to you
Where did you grab power for the LEDs? I've had my Pro 8 for a month or so and think the extra light is a great idea!
+bigduke6element hehe thanks! I got mine from off Amazon, simple multicolor strand of LEDs that you can cut!
Ha, Thanks, but I was wondering where you grabbed power from the machine for the LEDs? Or do you power them independent of the Axiom.
+bigduke6element oh sorry, yeah I left them independent. Separate switch.. would be cool to tap I got the machine but I didn't want to mess with it lol
How long did it take to get it once ordered?
Depending on the model, it took about a month for me. After you order id just call them to confirm timing. Also note that I offer support if you need it.. all you gotta do is use my affiliate link.. no cost to you
how does the iconic compare to the axiom?
It kinda depends on what is important to you? Size? Speed? Attachments?
what size stepper motors come with this cnc?
I actually don't know what model those are, sorry
@@SouthernGinger ok thank you I think they are NEMA 23 the NEMA 34 weigh like 6.6 lbs
*Undoubtedly this is a great machine* but I can see now why I have become so drawn to the ShopSabre brand and their ShopSabre 23. The more I learn about CNC the more I realize it's about the ability for the tool to deliver detail over and over. I was considering Axiom as it's about the closest thing I could find to a SS-23 (small foot print, not 5x10) while still costing about the same. I had no idea you had to construct the Axiom and that makes me instantly step back from their products and not because assembly scares me.
ShopSabre is constructed from structural steel and is all welded together, you assemble nothing or very very little. While I would assume most think I'm just being lazy in not wanting to build up my own machine it's rather two problems I see with pretty much all "hobby" CNC machines... First, Axiom costs slightly more than the ShopSabre and the SS is delivered constructed while Axiom saves money by having you assemble the product despite being more expensive. When I say, "costs the same" I mean for near equal products. ShopSabre's lowest end model (SS-23) is Axioms highest end model for non 5x10 machines.
The bigger and vastly more important issue is accuracy... ShopSabre measures their surfaces with tools neither you nor I own, and they do this after the machine is built. When you construct your own machine there is no possible way you will get the accuracy and repeat ability of a fully measured and tested machine. SS's machines are welded together with 1 inch structural steel, it's not moving... When you bolt something together, even to it's frame, you lose accuracy along the way.
I'm not trying to sway anyone towards SS over Axiom as both will do a very good job. But when all things are considered I feel SS's added 4th axis allows for a dramatically larger diameter of material as it's placed on the side of the machine avoiding the table top limitations. Knowing screws won't comes lose over time or simply loosen as I construct other parts of the machine means I will have a more accurate machine with greater repeat ability.
Again, both great machines, but I recommend people check out ShopSabre if you are looking to spend 9-15k (the router/spindle change costs dramatically). I'd argue that SS's upgraded spindle is far beyond Axiom's as.
All that being said, thank you for the video!
If this thing used a computer with mach3 instead of that hand held controller I would probably buy one.
I actually like that I don't need to have a dedicated computer to run it.. haha
It would be great if you could use a scanning probe with it.
Your wife has that "This is where I could be parking my car" look, lol! Not unique, they all do it!
Haha, she doesn't even park in the garage, oh well more room for tools :)