Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Dust collection is one of the biggest challenges in any woodworking shop, and today we're solving it with a DIY sanding table built using a CNC router.
In this video, Liberty walks through the entire process of designing and building a homemade vacuum sanding station that helps control dust while improving shop efficiency. You'll learn how to create large drilling patterns in Vectric, compare different methods for laying out hundreds of holes, and see why the Array Tool is one of the most powerful time-saving features in the software.
We also cover proper CNC drilling techniques, why bit selection matters, and the mistakes that can lead to burned material, damaged tooling, or inefficient machining. You'll see the IDC Woodcraft Lightning Drill Bit in action, learn how to optimize drilling toolpaths, and discover simple workflow improvements that can dramatically reduce machining time.
Whether you're looking to improve dust collection, build a sanding station, learn Vectric design techniques, or get more from your CNC router, this project delivers practical woodworking and CNC knowledge you can apply immediately in your own shop.
If you're ready for cleaner sanding, better dust collection, and smarter CNC workflows, this project is for you.
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ROUTER BITS FOR CNC ROUTERS
- EdgeHugger™ Ultra-Low Profile Workholding System → idcwoodcraft.com/products/edgehugger-four-clamp-kit-for-t-track-with-hex-screwdriver-toolquest-brand?_pos=2&_sid=f1963ef4b&_ss=r
- Extreme-Performance 1/4" Drill Bit for CNC Routers → idcwoodcraft.com/DR-14
- High-Performance 1/4 Up Cut Endmill For CNC Routers → idcwoodcraft.com/UC-14
- Xfasten Woodworking Tape → link.idcwoodcraft.com/rnc7r9
- Air Weights Vacuum Table → airweights.com/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
- 12pc Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set → idcwoodcraft.com/11P-SET-W
- 6pc Essentials CNC Router Bit Starter Set → idcwoodcraft.com/6P-SET
- 1” Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10
- Other bits: IDC Woodcraft Website → idcwoodcraft.com
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IDC Woodcraft Mobile App (FREE)
- Apple → link.idcwoodcraft.com/vax4kc
- Android → link.idcwoodcraft.com/32hhz5
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IDC Woodcraft Router Bit Database
idcwoodcraft.com/pages/database-downloads
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OTHER ‘MUST HAVES’ FOR CNC ROUTERS
- Calipers → link.idcwoodcraft.com/vp2a3e
- Sanding/Buffing Brushes → link.idcwoodcraft.com/u01ge2
- CA Glue - 10% Off with Code: "IDC WOODCRAFT": link.idcwoodcraft.com/5fj21e
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RECOMMENDED DESIGN SOFTWARE
- Vcarve Pro (RECOMMENDED) → link.idcwoodcraft.com/c19df4
- Vcarve Desktop → link.idcwoodcraft.com/63mso5
- Vectric Aspire → link.idcwoodcraft.com/7zfwyp
- Cut2D Desktop → vectric.com/products/cut2d/?ref=idcwoodcraft
- CarveCo 5% OFF with code IDCWOODCRAFT → http://carv.eco/buy
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COMPLETE VECTRIC SOFTWARE TRAINING → academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/CqkFCPi3
CARVECO ACADEMY → link.idcwoodcraft.com/50ly2q
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GSENDER CNC CONTROL → sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
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CNC RESOURCES
- CNC Set Up Checklist → link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n
- Ultimate CNC Router Buyer’s Guide → link.idcwoodcraft.com/xxakuh
- Machine Setup Checklist → link.idcwoodcraft.com/yz5k2m
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RECOMMENDED CNC ROUTERS
- Altmill CNC Router → link.idcwoodcraft.com/k0ecg7
- Longmill CNC Router → link.idcwoodcraft.com/a0x8z9
Email: garrett@idcwoodcraft.com
#cnc #cncrouters #cncforbeginners #idcwoodcraft #vcarvetutorials #vectric
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Cool vector files for CNC router & CNC laser → etsy.me/3oxX79l
00:00 DIY sanding table introduction
00:18 Building a vacuum sanding station
01:13 Why bit selection matters
01:49 Three methods for creating hole patterns
02:53 Manual placement method
03:15 Copy Along Vectors workflow
04:08 Fastest method: Vectric Array Tool
06:17 CNC drilling begins
08:09 Finished drilling results
09:57 Machining the vacuum opening
11:44 Sealing the vacuum chamber
14:52 Final thoughts and improvements
#DustCollection
#SandingTable
#CNCWoodworking
#WoodworkingShop
#DIYDustCollection
#VectricTutorial
#CNCRouter
#WoodworkingProjects
#ShopUpgrades
#CNCProjects
#WoodworkingTips
#DIYWorkshop
Dust collection is one of the biggest challenges in any woodworking shop, and today we're solving it with a DIY sanding table built using a CNC router.
In this video, Liberty walks through the entire process of designing and building a homemade vacuum sanding station that helps control dust while improving shop efficiency. You'll learn how to create large drilling patterns in Vectric, compare different methods for laying out hundreds of holes, and see why the Array Tool is one of the most powerful time-saving features in the software.
We also cover proper CNC drilling techniques, why bit selection matters, and the mistakes that can lead to burned material, damaged tooling, or inefficient machining. You'll see the IDC Woodcraft Lightning Drill Bit in action, learn how to optimize drilling toolpaths, and discover simple workflow improvements that can dramatically reduce machining time.
Whether you're looking to improve dust collection, build a sanding station, learn Vectric design techniques, or get more from your CNC router, this project delivers practical woodworking and CNC knowledge you can apply immediately in your own shop.
If you're ready for cleaner sanding, better dust collection, and smarter CNC workflows, this project is for you.
__________________________________
ROUTER BITS FOR CNC ROUTERS
- EdgeHugger™ Ultra-Low Profile Workholding System → idcwoodcraft.com/products/edgehugger-four-clamp-kit-for-t-track-with-hex-screwdriver-toolquest-brand?_pos=2&_sid=f1963ef4b&_ss=r
- Extreme-Performance 1/4" Drill Bit for CNC Routers → idcwoodcraft.com/DR-14
- High-Performance 1/4 Up Cut Endmill For CNC Routers → idcwoodcraft.com/UC-14
- Xfasten Woodworking Tape → link.idcwoodcraft.com/rnc7r9
- Air Weights Vacuum Table → airweights.com/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
- 12pc Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set → idcwoodcraft.com/11P-SET-W
- 6pc Essentials CNC Router Bit Starter Set → idcwoodcraft.com/6P-SET
- 1” Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10
- Other bits: IDC Woodcraft Website → idcwoodcraft.com
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IDC Woodcraft Mobile App (FREE)
- Apple → link.idcwoodcraft.com/vax4kc
- Android → link.idcwoodcraft.com/32hhz5
-----------------------------------------------------
IDC Woodcraft Router Bit Database
idcwoodcraft.com/pages/database-downloads
-----------------------------------------------------
OTHER ‘MUST HAVES’ FOR CNC ROUTERS
- Calipers → link.idcwoodcraft.com/vp2a3e
- Sanding/Buffing Brushes → link.idcwoodcraft.com/u01ge2
- CA Glue - 10% Off with Code: "IDC WOODCRAFT": link.idcwoodcraft.com/5fj21e
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RECOMMENDED DESIGN SOFTWARE
- Vcarve Pro (RECOMMENDED) → link.idcwoodcraft.com/c19df4
- Vcarve Desktop → link.idcwoodcraft.com/63mso5
- Vectric Aspire → link.idcwoodcraft.com/7zfwyp
- Cut2D Desktop → vectric.com/products/cut2d/?ref=idcwoodcraft
- CarveCo 5% OFF with code IDCWOODCRAFT → http://carv.eco/buy
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COMPLETE VECTRIC SOFTWARE TRAINING → academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/CqkFCPi3
CARVECO ACADEMY → link.idcwoodcraft.com/50ly2q
----------------------------------------------------
GSENDER CNC CONTROL → sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
----------------------------------------------------
CNC RESOURCES
- CNC Set Up Checklist → link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n
- Ultimate CNC Router Buyer’s Guide → link.idcwoodcraft.com/xxakuh
- Machine Setup Checklist → link.idcwoodcraft.com/yz5k2m
-----------------------------------------------------
RECOMMENDED CNC ROUTERS
- Altmill CNC Router → link.idcwoodcraft.com/k0ecg7
- Longmill CNC Router → link.idcwoodcraft.com/a0x8z9
Email: garrett@idcwoodcraft.com
#cnc #cncrouters #cncforbeginners #idcwoodcraft #vcarvetutorials #vectric
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Cool vector files for CNC router & CNC laser → etsy.me/3oxX79l
00:00 DIY sanding table introduction
00:18 Building a vacuum sanding station
01:13 Why bit selection matters
01:49 Three methods for creating hole patterns
02:53 Manual placement method
03:15 Copy Along Vectors workflow
04:08 Fastest method: Vectric Array Tool
06:17 CNC drilling begins
08:09 Finished drilling results
09:57 Machining the vacuum opening
11:44 Sealing the vacuum chamber
14:52 Final thoughts and improvements
#DustCollection
#SandingTable
#CNCWoodworking
#WoodworkingShop
#DIYDustCollection
#VectricTutorial
#CNCRouter
#WoodworkingProjects
#ShopUpgrades
#CNCProjects
#WoodworkingTips
#DIYWorkshop
