CNC Router - Orientation & Safety Workshop

OVERVIEW:
This hands-on workshop is offered to Annapolis Makerspace members and is required prior to using the Shapeoko 3XXL CNC machine at the shop.

The Shapeoko 3XXL CNC Router is a heavy duty desktop CNC machine designed to do real work, out of real materials like hardwoods, plywood, plastics and non-ferrous metals. Approved materials for this session include wood or HDPE plastic (up to 1” thick) for cutting. Bed Cutting area: 32"(X) x 33"(Y) x 3"(Z)

PREREQUISITES:
Before taking this workshop, participants should already be comfortable creating and editing 3D designs and tool paths via one of the supported design software (VCarve, Carbide 3D or Fusion 360). If you already have a ready design file you would like to cut, bring it with you to the class in a standard format on a thumb drive.

If you need 3D design training, check out our CNC Wiki page and also watch the calendar for upcoming design classes. http://wiki.makeannapolis.org/index.php?title=CNC_Router,_Shapeoko_XXL

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS ORIENTATION:
- Transferring ready design files to the CNC PC; user directory
- Creating .nc or .gcode
- Carbide Motion menu and operation; How to initialize, Jog, and XYZ zero set the CNC machine; start/stop of vacuum system and router spindle
- Installation and removal of router bits, load file, start/stop job
- Acceptable materials and how to attach them to the spoil board
- Recommended Feeds and Speeds for the Shapeoko 3XXL
- Personal Protection and Safety: Eye, Hand, Hearing and Respiratory Protection
- Emergency pause/stop controls; job and machine troubleshooting
- Shop Policies for cleanup and removal of scrap material