Vacuum Fixture testing My 6040 CNC 2024-04-11 | Here I am testing a new vacuum fixture for my dog tag engraving. This one will do 33 tags in a single batch thanks to work offsets. See my other videos for work offsets!
Workshop Air Filtration ditto #airfiltration #airfilter #diy #woodworking My 6040 CNC 2023-11-19 | ...
Nomad tools 112-Z My 6040 CNC 2022-12-04 | Trying to push this little tool and so far it’s not given up. MATERIAL= 6061 AluminumRPM= 20,000DOC= 0.040”LOAD=0.012”IPM= 25RAMP= 15LEADS= 15***UPDATE--- While trying 5052 Aluminum I ended up chip welding the bit and it broke. I kept everything the same and slowed down the feed to 18 IPM and it cut fine/
Mach 3 on 6040 CNC doing 500 IPM My 6040 CNC 2022-10-16 | I swapped over to a 64 bit WIN10 machine and used a UC100 to match the speed I was boasting with Pumotix Software. You can see 500 inches per minute on this China 6040 CNC machine. Below are the related videos6040 CNC with MAXED out Mach3 settings = youtu.be/8X6VRHX-czgThe FASTEST 6040 CNC Machine aroune - youtu.be/Ee01X_kTzDYMach 3 won against Pumotix - youtu.be/pGZy76JB8WEMach 3 / Fusion 360 Work Coordinated - youtu.be/HrfOHDht2ysMach 3 / 4 Extended work offsets - youtu.be/HveJREx40pARussian Company Banned - youtube.com/shorts/b9hswDlB_B4?feature=shareWork offsets in the maker shop - youtu.be/BOMBKDz0uEA
Mach3 won against Pumotix My 6040 CNC 2022-03-18 | It was a tough battle but in the end, Mach3 came out on top. Now maybe I will explore Mach4. Do you know of software that offers extended work offsets? If you don't know what that means, check my other videos before shouting out what you use.
Mach 3/Fusion360 - G54 Work Coordinates My 6040 CNC 2022-03-10 | I wanted to take a moment to explain the work coordinate system in Fusion 360 and how they relate to Mach 3/4
Mach 3 /4 Extended Work Offsets My 6040 CNC 2022-03-10 | This seems to be a black art and have gotten tons of requests to explain more about how to use them. I have used these for the last 4 years on different jobs and it's made my life way easier
Drag Bit Engraving in MACH3 and FUSION360 My 6040 CNC 2022-03-08 | This is how I make custom Dog Tags with my business. Currently I have to use Fusion 360 and Mach3 to make this happen. If you know of another program to do the same process, please leave a comment.Special Thanks to rdzengraver.com for the bits used in this video and all other jobs done here at my shop. Check them out, they are the best bits I have used to this day!
Work offsets in the Maker shop My 6040 CNC 2022-03-06 | This is my experience with work offsets and how they can help you run a small business maker shop. I have experimented with a few different software packages and this is the setup I prefer.
WD40 Release trick My 6040 CNC 2022-03-05 | Another neat way to release your parts on the CNC when you use template tape.
Fusion 360 Extended WCS FIX My 6040 CNC 2022-03-03 | Found a bug in Fusion360 that will not let you use extended work offsets correctly in Mach3 or Mach4. After searching the support forum I decided to find a fix on my own. I hope this helps someone until Artsoft or Fusion can fix the post processor file for Mach 3/4
Work vs machine coordinate’s My 6040 CNC 2022-02-23 | While researching for a new upcoming video, I thought I would share one of my scenes for those who don’t fully understand the difference between work and machine coordinates
Hobby CNC? Pause your Windows Update now! My 6040 CNC 2022-01-17 | If your Hobby CNC is windows 10, you probably want to pause your updates while doing a big job. Here’s how I handle it with my machine#shorts
Drawing with your CNC My 6040 CNC 2022-01-11 | I made a pencil drawing for my wife on the CNC and shot a video while doing it. Here is the original video that I am referring- youtu.be/bjx7PhEf9U4 I’ve had people ask me where I got the holder for the pencil so I shot this video to show that it’s nothing special and can be done with most existing collets that you may already own!#shorts
Micro jig sled kit fix Pt2 My 6040 CNC 2022-01-08 | If you purchased the Micro Jig sled kit and have issues with it being rough in the miter slot,Join the crowd and follow these directions for the fix #microjig #zero-clearance#shorts
Micro Jig sled kit fix Pt1 My 6040 CNC 2022-01-08 | If you purchased the Micro Jig sled kit and have issues with it being rough in the miter slot,Join the crowd and follow the directions in video #2 for the fix #microjig #zero-clearance#shorts
Finished E stop relocation My 6040 CNC 2022-01-01 | Final assembly of the E stop relocation on my CNC router setup.#shorts
New Years Eve Modding My 6040 CNC 2022-01-01 | Many times I’ve missed the E stop button because of where I placed my control box. I’m finally moving the switch to an easily accessible location to start of 2022!#shorts
Unexpected update from eDealers Direct My 6040 CNC 2021-12-29 | I want to thank Vince for the unexpected update on my new Pumotix setup. He always takes care of his clients to make sure they have all the latest updates and revisions on systems that he sells.#shorts
6040 on Pumotix, Spindle speed My 6040 CNC 2021-12-28 | While testing the new setup it just didn’t sound like my spindle was turning the right RPM, after digging around in my paperwork, I found the setting to change in my VFD
6040 CNC endmill selection for Aluminum My 6040 CNC 2021-12-27 | Looking at the finish on different end mills on my hobby machine. #shorts
Pumotix Calibration on 6040 machine My 6040 CNC 2021-12-16 | In this video I will calibrate my Pumotix software on the China 6040 Machine. This is a basic calibration to get you started and I recommend you do some test cuts afterword and measure your results to verify the machine settings.
Adding extruded top back to the 6040 My 6040 CNC 2021-12-15 | Finally found another reason to reinstall my extruded bed back to my CNC!#shorts
6040 China CNC gantry upgrade My 6040 CNC 2021-12-10 | Trying out the Youtube SHORTS, Just going over my new planned gantry for the 6040 machine#shorts
6040 China Mach3 Calibration My 6040 CNC 2021-12-07 | This is a video I forgot to shoot when I upgraded my 6040 machine about axis calibration. Since I am about to test the UC100 USB controller I wanted to make 100% sure I had my calibration spot on.
CNC Air Assist Mod My 6040 CNC 2021-11-24 | I use air assist for clearing chips from my toolpaths, recuting chips can cause many issues including chip welding. If you use the vivosun 50 watt air pump, you can do this mod to make the output better.
6040 CNC with MAXED out Mach3 settings My 6040 CNC 2021-11-22 | I had some suggestions on trying different settings in Mach3 to make it run faster. All the suggestions had no effect on speed at all and shows that I actually had already tweaked Mach3 to it's fastest possible speed already, even going to the Velocity tab did not help. My setting is maxed out at 3750 and if I enter 3751 it will not save that number and reverts back to 3750.This shows that Pumotix software actually can speed up your machine.
The FASTEST 6040 CNC Machine around My 6040 CNC 2021-11-05 | Thanks to the new software Pumotix, and the recommended settings from Vince at E Dealers direct, I now have the fastest China 6040 Machine on the internet. After changing some settings recommended by Vince, This machine will rapid at incredible speeds now!Mach settings were Velocity 3750 / Accel 500 / Rapids 165 IPMWent to config and boosted the Kernal frequency to each one with no speed increase at allWent to CONFIG then HOMING/LIMITS and set the far right setting to 100% with no increase in speed at all.Now on to the gantry upgrade!
Pumotix Install from Mach3 My 6040 CNC 2021-10-26 | Video #2 showing the speed increase! - youtu.be/Ee01X_kTzDYInstalling and trying out a new software to replace my outdated Mach3 software. This will allow me to use a 64 bit computer and Windows 10 instead of Windows XP.Hopefully this is one of a few videos on this new Ethernet based motion controller.NOTE: Sorry about video quality, Didn't realize the camera setting until after all footage was shot.
Auto bot engraving test My 6040 CNC 2021-05-25 | Testing the 1/32 Keyocera endmill at 16000 Rpm and 10 inches per minute. Depth of cut is 0.004” and all cuts were done dry with no lube. Final depth was 0.020”
Mach3 Failed File tool number limit My 6040 CNC 2021-02-02 | Have you ever had a Mach3 file fail on posting? Here is one of the causes of such issue. Keep your tools numbered from 1 to 100
Pedal Car Tag on the 6040 CNC My 6040 CNC 2020-12-28 | I was asked to machine a tag for a Christmas Present Pedal Car. Click SHOW MORE for information about the tools used in this video.TOOLS USED IN PROJECT:Carbide 3D - 278z - shop.carbide3d.com/products/278z-25-single-flute-zrn?variant=14181994692669Carbide 3D - 112z - shop.carbide3d.com/products/112-z-0625-coated-flat-cutter?variant=8752641245275Carbide 3D - 122 - shop.carbide3d.com/collections/cutters/products/122-0312-flat-cutter-qty-3?variant=3603855363Parameters used in video-2D Adaptive- 1/16 (118z) Climb cut10,000 rpm / 20 IPM / 0.001" feed per toothPlunge 12 IPM / Depth of cut 0.020" / Optimal load 0.009"2D Contour- 1/16 (118z) Climb cut10,000 rpm / 20 IPM / 0.001" feed per toothPlunge 12 IPM / Depth of cut 0.010"2D Contour finish Cut (Rest Machining)- 1/32 (122) Climb cut19,500 rpm / 12 IPM / 0.0005" feed per toothPlunge 8 IPM / Depth of cut 0.005" / Optimal load 0.006"2D Contour - Cut out part - 1/4" (278Z) 10,000 rpm / 12 IPM Feedrate / 0.001" Feed per toothPlunge 10 IPM / Depth of cut 0.010" (required with slotting)2D Adaptive - 1/4" (278z)18,000 rpm / 36 IPM Feedrate / 0.002" feed per toothPlunge 20 IPM / Depth of cut 0.060" / Optimal load 0.020"GREAT videos to watch on these endmills for hobby machines-Video Links-youtube.com/watch?v=S9bceJxpqG0&list=PLmRzDpHLcAg6zPxbYEtSAlYlyPilJomJ6&index=3youtube.com/watch?v=7k6fCdokH0Q&list=PLmRzDpHLcAg6zPxbYEtSAlYlyPilJomJ6&index=5youtube.com/watch?v=RH4AXz_rtPo&list=PLmRzDpHLcAg6zPxbYEtSAlYlyPilJomJ6&index=2youtube.com/watch?v=nxcnh7ZaI6g&list=FL_aXtOH4NiDivhF1y5QbUrQ&index=40youtube.com/watch?v=uDmK9AqVnH8&list=FL_aXtOH4NiDivhF1y5QbUrQ&index=54
6040 CNC Mach3 Native Units My 6040 CNC 2020-07-02 | In this video I show how to change the native units in Mach3 so the DRO will read correctly.
6040 CNC Dust Deputy Support parts My 6040 CNC 2020-05-10 | Today I made the support parts for the Dust Deputy that makes it a little stronger to install on a 5 gallon bucket lid.
6040 CNC POE Drill Fixture My 6040 CNC 2019-12-18 | Making a homemade POE switch drilling jig on the CNC. This is a lost footage video from over a year ago!
6040 CNC Custom AC Control knobs on My 6040 CNC 2019-11-30 | Fabricating a custom set of AC control lever knobs for a special build Hotrod
6040 CNC Low Profile Vise My 6040 CNC 2019-11-02 | Here is a great little low profile vise to add to your 6040 CNC. The company that sells it is here- leadingedgeindustrial.com/product/leading-edge-industrial-low-profile-viseInfo on their Youtube channel is here: youtu.be/HqCRFZeRC3g
6040 CNC cutting Bronze My 6040 CNC 2019-10-05 | Today we are going to cut out a special star for a family member. It's not like most stars so don't hate! The idea is to find a good starting point for cutting cymbals (made of Bronze)
6040 CNC Custom Part for race Column My 6040 CNC 2019-10-03 | In this video I try the Carbide 3D single flute end mill on some ABS Plastic while making a custom cap for a race car steering column to hide the inside parts.
6040 CNC Spindle Mount relocate My 6040 CNC 2019-09-15 | In this video I will relocate the spindle clamp to help eliminate some of the flex in the Z axis as well as add some clearance to the machine under the gantry.
6040 CNC Cutting a dash badge My 6040 CNC 2019-09-11 | In this video I give a test run of the Nomad tools (Carbide 3D) single flute end mills. They cut flawlessly and can handle more than I put them through in this video. All cuts were done dry with only an air blast to clear the chips. These bits will now be my GO TO for my aluminum work from now on.The Air compressor is here: amazon.com/gp/product/B06XDKRYC6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
China 6040 CNC tooling My 6040 CNC 2019-09-09 | In this video I review all the tools that I have tested on my 6040 cnc and which ones I like the best. Also there's some recipe info on the tools that I like.Air compressor is here: amazon.com/gp/product/B06XDKRYC6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Sennheiser IEM Pack Repair My 6040 CNC 2019-06-24 | In this video I show how to replace the antenna on the 300 series in ear pack as well as diagnose a no turn on condition of the pack.
6040 CNC Dog tag fixture My 6040 CNC 2019-04-15 | Tool used in video- rdzengraver.comThis is where I design a custom fixture for making multiple dog tags for customers. Material is UHMW 1/2" thickSorry for the bad audio in one part and sorry for the double ending, Didn't know I was gonna end it twice but maybe it's a good reminder to SUBSCRIBE! lol
6040 CNC Vacuum fixture Plate video #2 My 6040 CNC 2019-01-30 | This is the final video of the home made vacuum plate. This plate works very well and is made from Delrin. The top plate that holds the cap being machined is UHMW.
6040 CNC drawing Walt Disney for my Wife My 6040 CNC 2019-01-28 | Doing a little pencil trick to sketch out something on a sign with the cnc machine.
6040 CNC Vacuum Fixture plate part 1 My 6040 CNC 2019-01-14 | Experimenting with 1 inch thick white delrin for feeds and speeds. Going to try and make a vacuum fixture plate from this plastic. This video is me making the counter bore mounting to my surface plate.
6040 CNC Engraving .22 Rifle My 6040 CNC 2018-12-16 | Tool used in video- rdzengraver.comA Friend asked me to engrave 4 of his new rifles with custom files.
