Machining Anodized Aluminum to Skeletonize My Shapeoko - #158 Winston Moy 2019-10-27 | Back in February, I adopted a CNC from the scrap heap and decided to have some fun with the machine. I had an idea that was half grounded in utility, half aesthetics. I wanted the ultimate lightweight travel CNC. So I sketched up a design and made my CNC objectively worse in the name of art. This is the story of "Project Skeloko".Disclaimer for all the naysayers, the intended use case for Samwise the Skeletonized Shapeoko is to machine wood/plastic/foam on the road. So not only will it see very low cutting forces, but it will also likely be used with a dust boot.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Machining a Custom Gantry Rail for the Frankenoko Winston Moy 2024-03-23 | It's finally time to start making progress on getting a functioning CNC into my garage. On today's episode of questionable ideas on a CNC, we're going to cut a 40-inch long aluminum extrusion on a machine with a 33-inch wide bed. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:11 The Frankenoko Plan2:56 The Gantry Rail4:34 Isn't Heavier Better?5:10 40-inch Rail on a 33-inch Shapeoko6:50 Fusion 360 Setup7:21 Machining the Fixture8:28 CAM for Hexagons9:28 Making Chips——Help support my CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Note: By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also produce videos for Carbide3D (sometimes): youtube.com/carbide3d
Starting From a Scratch - 2024 Shop Update Winston Moy 2024-01-18 | Hello guys, it's been awhile. In case you've been wondering where I've been, the TLDR is: I bought a house, my free time evaporated, I got married, and I’m struggling to rebuild my shop. The longer version of all that is 2023's been quite busy for me, between various maker-related trips and planning out my dream one-car garage (which does sound a bit like an oxymoron). This is everything I've been up to since my last video. Note: Because moving into a house is stressful, some of my garage improvements aren't well documented. So there will be numerous pictures of my dogs.3D Printed Wall Control Tool Holder Examples: winstonmakes.com/shop/p/wall-control-tool-holdersAlso, shoutout to FabWorks for hooking me up with some laser cut parts for my Wall Control Organizers. Check 'em out at: fabworks.com0:00 Intro1:30 Opensauce3:30 EMO Hannover4:06 Lightburn Experience5:47 Home-buying Hell7:38 Electrical8:52 Lighting9:38 New Coat of Paint10:24 Flooring12:04 Shelving12:15 Compressed Air13:12 Workbench13:51 Garage Door Insulation14:33 Custom Wall Control Tool Holders18:10 Power Tool Organizers18:20 Air Filtration18:43 Wrap-Up
CNC Machined Cyberspoon in Walnut #shorts Winston Moy 2023-09-14 | An abridged tale of how I crafted the Cyberspoon two years ago. Full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=KxEBBH_l4GM
Machining Billet Aluminum Star Wars Droid Parts feat. @bytesizedengineering Winston Moy 2023-05-04 | In this video, I explain the process of taking my buddy Zach's 3D model for a Scomp Link and turning it into a machined aluminum part. Along the way, I experience a heartbreaking workholding failure, and devise a method to salvage the project.Check out Zach's video building the Scomp Link here: youtube.com/watch?v=akk-TeK5enoIf you're curious about what the maximum rate of material removal the Shapeoko 5 Pro could manage in aluminum was, check out this test footage: youtube.com/watch?v=UqL-VyHb8l00:00 Intro1:18 Manufacturability Optimization5:52 Fusion 360 Setup7:06 Time to Make Chips!9:33 Whoops...11:17 A Rescue Mission Begins...15:16 Final Part Cleanup——Help support my CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Note: By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also produce videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
Machining Drink Coasters on a $100,000 CNC Winston Moy 2023-03-16 | Today we're taking a look at what it's like to use a CNC machine that's way outside my budget, the Datron Neo. This is a CNC that many (myself included) have drooled over in social media posts for it's seemingly effortless machining of aluminum, blistering speed, and crazy precision. But does it live up to the hype? Is the magical vacuum workholding system as effective as it's made out to be? Let's find out...Disclaimer: The following video contains observations of a single, lowly, professional hobby machinist with a limited set of experiences (I have no formal training in machining). Furthermore, I work for a CNC company. This content is not intended to be a CNC machine review, nor should it be construed as endorsement or purchasing advice.I used (and paid for) laser cutting services through SendCutSend, and they were great. If you want to try them out, you can use this affiliate link, which helps my channel: shop.sendcutsend.com/winstonmakesUpdate on drink coaster availability (3/16): I just sold out of remaining stock faster than expected, so I'm looking into making another order of hex blanks. Can't make any promises on ETA, but if you're still interested in getting a set, let me know in the comments. Store page: winstonmakes.com/shop/p/isogrid-drink-coaster0:00 Intro4:14 Meet the Datron Neo5:55 Vacuum Workholding Primer7:27 Trouble in Vacuum-land11:16 The Hexagon Conundrum15:29 It's Fusion Time22:50 Conclusion——Help support my CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Note: By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also produce videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
Machining Aluminum Isogrid Drink Coasters Winston Moy 2022-10-18 | This is how I made some over-engineered drink coasters.I used (and paid for) laser cutting services through SendCutSend, and they were great. If you want to try them out, you can use the link: shop.sendcutsend.com/winstonmakesDoing so helps out my channel.If you would like to buy an isogrid drink coaster, Ihave a limited number available on my website (accurate as of 10/31). Store page: winstonmakes.com/shop/p/isogrid-drink-coasterNote: Some of the machining marks may look different from the coasters seen in the video as I've since iterated on the toolpaths.Video clips shown in the beginning:@smartereveryday - How Rockets are Madeyoutu.be/o0fG_lnVhHw@EverydayAstronaut - Rocket Engine Cyclesyoutu.be/Owji-ukVt9M@scottmanley Rocket Fuel Injectors - Things Kerbal Space Program Doesn't Teachyoutu.be/aa4ATJGRqA0Also, for the record, Tim Dodd is awesome and I have no issues with full flow staged combustion being taught in diagram form. I just wish there were places that showed how the proverbial rocket engine sausage was actually made, ITAR be damned...0:00 Intro1:44 CAD5:21 Laser Cutting FTW7:57 CAM11:32 Making Chips——Help support my CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Note: By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also produce videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
Machining a Carbon Fiber Quadcopter Frame Winston Moy 2022-02-10 | I was asked to make a batch of carbon fiber parts for a drone prototype. This is how I went about doing it in a way that minimized cleanup and post-processing of parts.Disclaimer: Cutting carbon fiber involves health risks you should take care to mitigate. Use high performance dust collection and avoid inhalation of carbon fiber dust and residue. Wash hands after handling or use gloves. Use your best judgment.Cutters I bought:HOZLY 2mm Endmill - amzn.to/34sbCqTAmana 1/8" Composite Endmill - amzn.to/3LiIbYKDust Collection Situation:14 Gal. 6.0-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum - homedepot.sjv.io/gzg32 HEPA Filtration Kit w/ Cyclonic Dust Bags - homedepot.sjv.io/ON4jr——Help support my CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Note: By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also produce videos for @carbide3d : youtube.com/carbide3d
Things I Learned Outsourcing My Parts (feat. @XometryHQ ) Winston Moy 2021-12-18 | For years now, I've had ideas to create a series of workholding accessories for the PocketNC. The problem was always my free time, or lack thereof. When Xometry reached out to me about collaborating on a project, I knew this would be the perfect way to kick-start the WWU - Winston Workholding Universe. Xometry is an on-demand manufacturing service offers a wide range of capabilities with nearly instant quoting via an advanced, AI-driven pricing engine. For this project, they would handle getting my parts made, while I focused on the design. In this video, I'll go over the things I learned in designing my parts, having them prototyped out-of-house, and putting it all together.Learn more about @XometryHQ here: https://hubs.la/Q010ZpFX0Use my referral link (mbsy.co/3vBbHv) to save $50 on your first order.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Social Media: @WinstonMakes (IG/Twitter) Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also make videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
An Unnecessarily Heavy Box w/ Epoxy & Aluminum Honeycomb Accents Winston Moy 2021-10-10 | Last year I was commissioned to create a gift for an engineer. Here's what I knew: He was an aviation geek, hexagon lover, and (almost hypocritically) a connoisseur of horrendously over-engineered designs. This is the story of how I designed a wildly impractical box. Blending typical woodworking techniques for making a box with some composite materials (aluminum honeycomb and epoxy), I came up with a design that both looked cool and felt substantial in hand.Epoxy from my friends at TotalBoat: totalboat.com/product/totalboat-thickset-casting-epoxyPrevious video where I developed my recipe and affinity for CNC miter joints: youtu.be/4pe2zH83FJI——Help support my CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Sneak peeks of works in progress: instagram.com/winstonmakesTools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also make videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
Prototyping a Wooden Computer Case Winston Moy 2021-07-22 | I thought this project would be good for sharing my workflow and how I approach machining several similar parts. By duplicating setups and using 3D toolpaths, I need to do very little toolpath customization to make gcode for each part. CAM smarter, not harder.Watch Rob Lockwood's Fusion Academy 2019 Panel on CAM Templating here: help.autodesk.com/view/fusion360/ENU/courses/AP-2019-STREAMLINING-CAM-WORKFLOWS-WITH-TEMPLATES——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Social Media: @WinstonMakes (IG/Twitter) Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also make videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
Ocean Wave String Art with a CNC Twist Winston Moy 2021-07-02 | String art always seemed like something that could benefit from some CNC love, but I needed the right opportunity and motivation to bring this idea to life.Embroidery floss variety pack I used: amzn.to/2TneCzrCheck out Starbond Adhesives if you need to stick things together: starbond.com/?rfsn=3277759.7afdffGet 10% off your order if you checkout with coupon code "CNCLOVER", it supports my channel.Hat tip to Shaun Thomas for the inspiration: thomasstudioslaguna.comShoutout to Serif for making kick-ass, affordable software like Affinity Designer: affinity.serif.com/en-us* In before anyone points this out: Genuine obsessive compulsive disorder is a difficult problem to face, and I don't mean to diminish the struggles of anyone who is dealing with it by mentioning it casually.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Social Media: @WinstonMakes (IG/Twitter) Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content. I also make videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
Designing Nested Bins for Dewalt Deep Pro Organizers in Fusion 360 Winston Moy 2021-05-02 | It's been so long since my last upload that I forgot how to machine things, so today's project is all about using Fusion 360 and 3D printing to fix my organization problems.Dewalt Nested Bin Digital Files: winstonmakes.com/shop/p/dewalt-deep-pro-nested-bins-stl-fusion-360-filesDigital Protractor/Angle Finder Used: amzn.to/3eNNGPH——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Social Media: @WinstonMakes (IG/Twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.I also make videos for Carbide3D: youtube.com/carbide3d
First Attempt at Machining Carbon Fiber - Light Duty Utility Knife [#173] Winston Moy 2020-10-18 | I've long wanted to try machining carbon fiber, so I put together a quick little project to test some basic toolpaths. It's a little proof of concept utility blade holder that I'm actually quite fond of now. I'll probably end up using it for a few weeks to see where I can improve the design. So far I've only stabbed myself with it once.Special thanks to Home Depot for providing the tools I used to keep me safe during this project: 14 Gal. 6.0-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum - homedepot.sjv.io/gzg32 HEPA Filtration Kit w/ Cyclonic Dust Bags - homedepot.sjv.io/ON4jrShoutout to Ryan at Elevated Materials (elevatedmaterials.com) for the tips.His recommended endmills for budget CF machining: amzn.to/2Ha6BXX"Keychain Utility Tool" I printed: thingiverse.com/thing:2843853——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)
Vacuum Forming Custom Packaging for the Cyberspoon Winston Moy 2020-10-07 | In a previous project video, I shared the genesis of the Cyberspoon: youtu.be/KxEBBH_l4GM?si=S5TnbbQk4_osQCAKIn an attempt to provide protection for the Cyberspoon (should I ever decide to sell them), I decided to design and create some prototype plastic packaging. I modeled some bucks in Fusion 360, machined them out of Renshape, and vacuum-formed plastic sheets over them using the Mayku Formbox. I made several small mistakes throughout the process, like not venting concave features in my buck but ultimately overcame them.The 14 Gal. Ridgid NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum used in this project was provided by Home Depot and it is a serious workhorse. Check it out at: homedepot.sjv.io/gzg32To learn more about the Formbox, head to: mayku.me——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)
CNC Machining the Cyberspoon - A Perfect Low-Poly Coffee Companion | Project #171 Winston Moy 2020-09-13 | Get 30% OFF your first bag of coffee with Trade Coffee when you click here: http://cen.yt/tradewinstonmoyI've long wanted to model and make a wooden spoon, because it's a great two-sided machining exercise. I finally found the inspiration and excuse to do this.Shoutout to Harvey Tool for providing the 1/4" Downcutting Endmill used in this project. Check out their line of wood-specific endmills here: harveytool.com/products/material-specific-end-mills/woodTo see the Fusion360 CAD/CAM Breakdown check out: youtu.be/7jvZngbuwekFusion 360 Project files available here: winstonmakes.com/shop/cyberspoon-digital-files ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
CYBERSPOON Fusion 360 Breakdown - #171 Supplemental Winston Moy 2020-09-13 | If you missed the main video for the Cyberspoon, check it out here: youtu.be/KxEBBH_l4GMIn this video, I break down all the CAD/CAM details for the Cyberspoon project.Fusion 360 Project files available here: winstonmakes.com/shop/cyberspoon-digital-files ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Building the Ultimate PocketNC Enclosure - #169 Winston Moy 2020-09-06 | I've needed a PocketNC enclosure quite desperately for the past 2 years so when a pair of students, Jaelen and Anshul, approached me about making a custom enclosure I was intrigued. This is the story of how we ended up with what may well be my dream enclosure.To learn more about the enclosure-building services Jaelen and Anshul are providing, go to machinesuits.com, and/or check them out on Instagram (@machinesuits/@jaelen_hsu/@surf_nacho).I have no financial stake in the company. These are just two dudes making cool stuff locally in Ventura, CA that I think is worth sharing.Also worth checking out: STEMbassadors - stembassadors.net90 Degree Mini USB Cable: amzn.to/3bvqS5mLeft Angle Power Cord: amzn.to/2F6E5pg0:00 - Why I Desperately Need a CNC Enclosure1:24 - History of STEMbassadors and the Enclosure Design3:14 - Customizing the Enclosure8:52 - MachineSuits10:05 - Wrap-up10:34 - Long, Boring Nerd Talk About Onshape and Design Stuff——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Making Infinitely Customizable Wooden Gift Box on my CNC Winston Moy 2020-08-15 | Click here http://blinkist.com/winstonmoy to try Blinkist Premium free for 7 days, 25% off your first Blinkist Premium Membership and up to 65% off audiobooks!Designing a parametric gift box to hold my baby Crew Dragon capsules. Fur a walk-through of how I used parameters in Fusion 360 to create my gift box model and toolpaths: youtu.be/eqHB3k3wtvIDigital file (CAD and CAM) for the box available for purchase here: winstonmakes.com/shop/parametric-gift-box-with-magnets-fusion-360-digital-filesIn case you're wondering, this is the cheap downcutting endmill I'm using: ebay.to/33ZRmu5For the latest updates on when my Dragon Capsules will be available, follow me on social media. ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
How to Use Parameters in Fusion 360 Winston Moy 2020-08-15 | A meandering overview of how to use parameters to define a super-customizable gift box with magnets.If you missed part 1 about the design intent and machining of this box, check it out here: youtu.be/vtSqs5eafww
Pushing My PocketNC as Hard As I Dare - Optimizing Mini Crew Dragon Production Winston Moy 2020-06-28 | Go to squarespace.com/winstonmoy to get a 14-day free trial and 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. I decided to refine my process for producing baby crew dragons, so I could churn out models on my PocketNC as quickly and reliably as possible. I also added some finishing touches to the capsules using a 3D printed fixture.The model I used was made by Thingiverse user Zastro.You can find his model here: thingiverse.com/thing:1802512 ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)
Skeletonized Shapeoko Gets an RGB Lighting Upgrade - #166 Winston Moy 2020-06-17 | Go to squarespace.com/winstonmoy to get a 14-day free trial and 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. With a little bit of circuit design, I was able to add one of the sexiest features from a Datron CNC to my skeletonized Shapeoko.The BitRunner - youtube.com/watch?v=HPsC1NDrViUSome videos I used to understand transistors and make a test circuit:"Electronics - Using an NPN Transistor as a Switch": youtu.be/gEMBXxWKUS0"Transistor circuit 1 NPN BJT 2N2222 switch for beginner DIY electronics hobbyists": youtu.be/IAyGYiBQExkOnce you get the basics down, you can usually figure out the implementation out on your own. Getting comfortable with the terminology and wiring these up was by biggest hurdle.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)
I Joined the Dark Side and Bought a 3D Printer - #163 Winston Moy 2020-05-28 | Go to squarespace.com/winstonmoy to get a 14-day free trial and 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. For years I resisted the calls to embrace additive manufacturing. In 2020, my restraint crumbled and I bought a 3D printer for my shop. Here's what I bought, why I chose it, and how I modified it.Ender 5 Pro: amzn.to/36sygMqAmana Plastic Endmills: shop.carbide3d.com/collections/cutters/products/ams-195-k-2-pc-cnc-plastic-cutting-pack?variant=31438841217085——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)
Mini SpaceX Crew Dragon Capsule Machined on the Pocket NC - #162 Winston Moy 2020-05-13 | Go to squarespace.com/winstonmoy to get a 14-day free trial and 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. A tiny Crew Dragon capsule to commemorate an upcoming crewed spaceflight milestone. SpaceX Demo-2 Launches on May 27th (weather permitting).The model I used was made by Thingiverse user Zastro.You can find his model here: thingiverse.com/thing:1802512 ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmakes.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)
How Bad is it to Drill on a CNC Router? Winston Moy 2020-04-26 | I had long heard (and myself repeated) that drilling on a CNC router was less than ideal. But just how bad is it to drill materials at 10k RPM? That's what I wanted to find out for myself. I'm using Short/Stub Length drill bits from McMaster (mcmaster.com/drills) but there's nothing special about them. Shop around!PCB drills I'm using: shop.carbide3d.com/products/pcb-drills?variant=41236645126——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy I also make instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
How I Ruined My Latest Project - #165* Winston Moy 2020-04-13 | I became obsessed about an idea to improve the efficiency of producing DIY breathing masks. But through a series of unfortunate errors, I ended up running into a metaphorical brick wall for a couple days. Here's what I was working on, how I screwed up, and what I learned.Also, in light of the fact that I failed to produce anything useful, I decided to donate my previous month's Patreon earnings to Feeding America. Please consider helping those around you any way you can during these times.feedingamerica.orgNote: The mask concept I was working on was incomplete in several areas. I had not yet worked out how to install the filter piece in the front. There would have likely been a small printed insert either snapped on, or glued on. Also, I had not yet figured out how to attach elastic to the mask. Most likely candidate IMO would have been to solvent weld small loops to anchor straps to the mask body.The Destin Clause (youtu.be/sbEj7M3aZIg?t=307):If you do choose to try and take a radical approach, make sure you do so in a way that doesn't disrupt existing efforts and drags other people down with you.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Making the Ultimate Studio Lights for my CNC Enclosure - #154 Winston Moy 2020-03-30 | The cheap LED lights I bought at Costco for my CNC enclosure were a nightmare to film with. If you deviated at all from a shutter speed of 1/60s at all, you'd get banding or flickering. After watching Matt from DIY Perks and Alice - Coatduck, building their own lighting solutions, I decided to give it a try. Check out Starbond Adhesives if you need to stick things together: starbond.com/?rfsn=3277759.7afdffGet 10% off your order if you checkout with coupon code "CNCLOVER", plus it supports my channel. My 3D Printer (Creality Ender 5 Pro): amzn.to/3dyckmdHigh CRI LEDs: ebay.to/3atKPrYPWM Controller: ebay.to/3dHGsM67" Articulating Arm: ebay.to/2QUathM DIY Perks Studio Lights - youtube.com/watch?v=DhbMnQt14_oAlice (Coatduck) - youtube.com/watch?v=s2fARQGmcaMIndy Mogul on Why RGB Lights Suck - youtube.com/watch?v=5U-F7EhLp7gMy Parametric Power Adapter Support Brackets: a360.co/2WeC292Learn more about the topographic carving seen at the end here: youtube.com/watch?v=8eqRxFwYDmg——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Maker Knife Mods: CNC Machined Faceplate + Kydex Sheath - #149 Winston Moy 2020-03-08 | I love my Maker Knife, but as a maker I naturally want to tweak and personalize my experience with it. In this video, I'll go over how I designed, machined, and (poorly) anodized custom faceplates for my Maker Knife. I'll also show my process for creating a low cost Kydex sheath.PS: The faceplates were machined back in mid 2019, but it didn't feel like a worthwhile/complete project to share until I had the sheath. That's why I reference some cnc lessons learned from months after the faceplates were made, regarding SFM. 1/4" cutters generally leave nicer surface finishes than smaller diameter tools.Learning to Make a Knife from Scratch:youtube.com/watch?v=C4qGxFDJPi4In case you live under a rock, this is the Maker Knife: kickstarter.com/projects/1496249101/maker-knife-the-edc-pocket-tool-you-want-to-carryDIY Anodizing Videos I Look Up To: youtube.com/watch?v=P8oesBi7_IIyoutube.com/watch?v=rNjV6Jn1v_8——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Maple and Epoxy Valet Tray Project - #160 Winston Moy 2020-02-17 | When Total Boat sent me some epoxy to play with, I wanted to try some less common ways of integrating it into a project (i.e. Not a river table). A tray is the perfect size to learn to work with epoxy, while making it cheap to fail.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Patrons get access to the Fusion 360 files for this project.Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Machined Wooden Poké Ball w/ Concealed Hinge & Compartment Winston Moy 2020-01-28 | This wooden Poké Ball was a commissioned anniversary gift. The original idea was just a plain old Poké Ball on a pedestal, but then I decided that adding magnets and concealed hinges would be way cooler.Note: Due to the time-consuming nature of the project and to avoid trademark issues, I am not taking orders to produce any more of these. However I am making available 3D models you can use to machine or print your own: winstonmakes.com/shop/p/pokeball-concealed-boxCheck out Starbond Adhesives if you need to stick things together: starbond.com/?rfsn=3277759.7afdffGet 10% off your order if you checkout with coupon code "CNCLOVER", and it supports my channel. DIY Vacuum Chuck Project: youtu.be/fw9BWOkYPjYThe original inspiration came from Alpaca Studio:instructables.com/id/I-Made-a-Hardwood-Pok%C3%A9ballyoutube.com/watch?v=jm4wC5mZtgY Patrons get access to the Fusion files for this project. Machined on my Shapeoko 3 CNC by Carbide3D. ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Making a Small Vacuum Chuck for CNC Workholding - #162 Winston Moy 2020-01-21 | I need to machine some hemispheres, and I don't have access to a lathe. In order to fixture my stock so I can machine the outer surfaces of my domed piece, I made a custom vacuum fixture.In case you're wondering, the dust shoe I'm testing is SWEEPY, Carbide3D's latest CNC Router accessory. (Available soon.)shop.carbide3d.com/products/sweepy-dustboot?variant=31476396785725 ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-use(Legal Blurb - By using my affiliate links, you are helping to support my content.)Merch-y Things: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Machining a Mini Stormtrooper Helmet in Graphite - #160 Winston Moy 2019-12-19 | There's nothing that matte black doesn't improve, and because of that I really wanted to try carving something out of graphite. Ended up choosing a First Order Stormtrooper helmet because Star Wars. Long live the empire. (JJ, please don't let me down...)Kern Precision part that inspired me: instagram.com/p/B6LsjPppnw7Star Wars: The Force Awakens - First order Imperial Stormtrooper Helmet by Braddy_B_Hussla is licensed under the Creative Commons - Attribution - Share Alike license. thingiverse.com/thing:969491——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.Merch if you're into that kind of thing... teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
Machining Johnny 5s Thumbs Two Ways w/ 3 & 5-Axis CNCs - #159 Winston Moy 2019-12-11 | Giving Johnny 5 the middle finger segments he needs, but not the ones he deserves. He deserves better than the precision I could manage on my desktop CNC's. Still, getting within 0.01" on all my ridiculous 3-axis setups and despite my 5-axis troubles, I'm pretty proud of the end result. Go check out the NYC CNC Channel to see more of the Johnny 5 Project: youtube.com/user/saunixcomp ——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.Merch Store: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes
5-Axis Machined Flywheel Cages for a Nerf Rapidstrike - #145 Winston Moy 2019-12-04 | Alice reached out to me almost a year ago about collaborating on an excessively engineered Nerf mod, and against my better judgment I said yes. This is the story of the world's most expensive Malice Flywheel Cages, designed by Alice and machined by yours truly.Blaster build video: youtu.be/dGeBJ3Kx0wIAlice's Channel: youtube.com/user/coatduckmobileHer IG: instagram.com/alice_coatduck——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Merch if you're into that kind of thing: teespring.com/stores/winston-makes I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Shapeoko 3 Squaring, Tramming, and Calibration Essentials - #159 Winston Moy 2019-11-24 | A carelessly bolted together CNC router kit will work, but a little love and attention will make your CNC perform much more precisely and consistently. However, don't get carried away with the pursuit of perfection. Fix the low hanging fruit and move on with your life. You bought a CNC to make projects, not to be a project! These are my recommended steps for dialing in a new (or old) Shapeoko.In case you're wondering, the funky looking Shapeoko is my pet art project which I made in my previous video: youtube.com/watch?v=OV49ck-0QwUBig-Ass (2") Dial Indicator: amzn.to/2OeE44vWhiteside Surfacing Bit: amzn.to/37AdBWD1/4-20 Threaded Inserts: amzn.to/34gyVi2*Using these links helps support my projects.My mini-supplementary wasteboard for the stock Shapeoko 3:a360.co/2rnJy3SThis can be cut without your stock hanging off the front edge. You can make it bigger, and make it cover every last inch of your work area, but the risk of hitting a travel limit is entirely on you.——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making a Walnut Ring Box with Brass Inlay Initials - #157 Winston Moy 2019-10-20 | Thus far, the success rate of my ring boxes has been 100%. However, my craftsmanship is about to be put to its greatest test in the hands of my college friend Manthan. Will he succeed?(Of course he will.)——Patreon supporters get access to Fusion files for this and other projects: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making My First Knife on a CNC - #155 Winston Moy 2019-09-30 | I wanted to share a little of my knife-making journey beyond the physical process of making a knife. This project pushed me way out of my comfort zone, but also taught me an incredible amount that I hope to be able to apply to another knife project in the future.The Carbide Camp Knife Series:youtube.com/playlist?list=PLS3hpxHvkxfDAybGBxeON-h2EF7cDFxLqAaron Gough:youtube.com/user/aaronmarkgoughinstagram.com/aaron.goughWalter Sorrells:youtube.com/user/slappybuckshotinstagram.com/walterstactixPrince Customs:instagram.com/princecustoms——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making a Walnut Catchall Tray From Scraps Winston Moy 2019-09-17 | Solving life's challenges when you're living with dongles.Bowl & Tray Bit: amzn.to/2O5L4kx——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Replicating an Apollo 11 Hatch Component - #ProjectEgress Winston Moy 2019-07-19 | For the past few months, I was on high alert for a way to commemorate the anniversary of Apollo 11, and Project Egress provided a plethora of machinable options. I found this small but non-trivial latch arm in the CAD model made by Andrew Barth and attacked it with my CNC army (Shapeoko + PocketNC combo).More info about Project Egress: tested.com/science/space/880604-announcing-project-egress-project-national-air-and-space-museum——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Machining Apples Mac Pro Grille on a CNC Winston Moy 2019-06-19 | Since no one outside of Cupertino has yet to lay hands on the Mac Pro, I figured I'd try to recreate that instantly recognizable texture of the Mac Pro on the Shapeoko. Out of aluminum, of course... Er. ALUMINIUM, sorry.And if we're going to do that, we might as well also put it to the test, and see if the Mac Pro Grille design can really live up to its nickname, the Cheese Grater.If you want to try 3D printing the model, I offer you this without any promises of help or support: thingiverse.com/thing:3704406——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making Croissant Machine Parts Designed by Alex 🇫🇷👨🏼🍳🥐 on the CNC - #151 Winston Moy 2019-06-11 | Alex's parts were ideal for practicing some machining basics, and I couldn't resist knocking out a set of them. These brackets were machined out of 6061 aluminum on the Shapeoko CNC, using a single flute endmill (Carbide3D p/n: 278-Z).Fusion Files for Side Arms: a360.co/2Iu8xYE——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)I also contribute instructional content on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Aluminum and Walnut Monitor Stand - #147 Winston Moy 2019-06-05 | Conceptually, making a platform to elevate your monitor is a really simple thing to do. But I chose an unnecessarily complicated aesthetic to accomplish this really basic task. Was it worth it? You decide.Speeds and Feeds for the 278-Z Endmill: youtube.com/watch?v=0Odwye0-tYE——Help support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Stalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Check out the Carbide3D Channel that I contribute to for additional instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dTools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
How to Dissolve Aluminum From Your Endmills - #148 Winston Moy 2019-05-28 | For a few dollars in supplies, and a few minutes of your time, you can easily get double or triple the use out of your cutters. Hobby machines really don't push the limits of what carbide tooling can do, so the limiting factor and resulting failure modes usually comes down to how clean your endmills are. Dirty endmills make ugly cuts, and can clog more easily.Here's how you can use Lye (NaOH) to clean aluminum build up off your endmills, but the same techniques (with other solvents) can be used for other residue on your endmills.The Lye/Sodium Hydroxide I used: amzn.to/2WtlPgF——Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making an Aluminum Longboard on my Desktop CNC - #146 Winston Moy 2019-04-24 | I've been itching to push the limits of the Shapeoko platform and after watching content from Datron and Paul Jackman, I became inspired to create a longboard of my own. This is the origin story of Prototype #1 of the Carbide Cruiser.To learn even more about what went into making this piece, check out the in-depth series rolling out now on the Carbide3D Channel: youtube.com/watch?v=alx1DKskyrQAir pump I've been using: amzn.to/2L9NmPW——Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Ultimate Low Profile Workholding for the PocketNC - #144 Winston Moy 2019-04-13 | Workholding is always a challenge on 5-axis machines, and it was especially problematic for this project. Based on lessons learned from the first fixture, I came up with an even better low-profile bar stock adapter.Aluminum Feeds & Speeds for the Nomad CNC: youtu.be/H0jQ997wcn4——Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making a PocketNC Bar Stock Workholding Fixture - #143 Winston Moy 2019-03-29 | There's no good way to hold a massive* block of aluminum on the PocketNC. So I made my own.*Relatively speaking anyway...——Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I’m a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Threadmilling a Macro Filter Adapter for my GoPro - #141 Winston Moy 2019-03-16 | I love my GoPro, but it doesn't do so well when filming things up close. The Nomad is too small, and so is the PocketNC, so anything I record on those machines with a GoPro tends to be a little blurry. This simple (but annoying to machine) adapter fixes that problem.T-Shirt Launch (Standard Logo): storefrontier.com/winstonmakesoglogoAlso, I want to provide a little context for the shirt and design. I am under no illusion that my social clout is anywhere near the level of Diresta or Laura Kampf, so despite the fact that my 'brand' is me I really hate the idea of plastering my own name over everything. A creator whose merch aesthetic I really admire is MKBHD, his stuff is simple and understated. Let the design speak for itself. With this shirt (and the ones coming down the road) I wanted to make a way you guys could support me (if you wanted), but also make a shirt that you could wear normally without context. Short of designing humorous maker and cat shirts, this is the only way I know how to express myself. So that's why the shirt isn't obnoxiously "Winston-branded".——Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)Tools I Use: http://www.winstonmoy.com/tools-i-useLegal Blurb - I'm a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Deep Diving 3D Surface Finishes in Aluminum - #137 Winston Moy 2019-03-09 | After observing some surface finish artifacts in aluminum I started going down the 3D toolpath rabbit hole, looking for ways to improve my results. This video details my experimental process for arriving at some actionable guidelines for achieving good looking parts with small diameter endmills (low SFM).Note: If you're machining wood or plastic, your toolpath application really isn't that important as neither can hold a remotely optical finish. Aluminum is shiny, so you'll notice every last defect.Additional Note: Users of Kern CNCs are not allowed to comment or surface-finish-shame.-----Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)
How (Not) To Build A Shapeoko Enclosure - #140 Winston Moy 2019-01-25 | An overview of my 2 months of planning, construction, and shortcomings in executing my take on the Shapeoko enclosure to end all Shapeoko enclosures.Bosch Vacuum Hose: amzn.to/2FIYP5i(The reviews seemed to indicate this hose would be flexible, and it's better than average... but I think there's still room for improvement. Let me know if you find something superior.)Wall Control Steel Pegboard - amzn.to/2TfubnoCross shop Amazon, HD, and Lowes. Sometimes one of them will be on sale.Powertec 17001 Casters - amzn.to/2Whqz68These work pretty well, way better than locking casters that still swivel slightly when locked.Wireless Mouse & Keyboard: amzn.to/2CEVIHI(I specifically bought a set like this because these two share a USB receiver)The Self-Centering Drill Bits I wish I had: amzn.to/2TeSwK7Messy/bad Enclosure Design in Fusion offered without support, for reference purposes only:a360.co/3bL76CEBuild at your own risk.-----Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)*Note: I am a member of the Amazon Affiliate program. By using my links, you are helping to support my content.
Making a SpaceX Falcon Heavy Lithophane on the CNC - #138 Winston Moy 2019-01-11 | As an unabashed rocket lover, I decided to capture some iconic rocket photos an a physical medium. Using Corian as a base material I made 3 lithophanes, 2 of which I gave away. The one I held onto I made a maple pedestal on which to display. Backlighting it with an LED candle adds a nice flicker effect to the piece, but I think I can do better with a more powerful LED array in the future.——-Subscribe to the Carbide3D Channel for instructional CNC content: youtube.com/carbide3dHelp support my experimental CNC content: patreon.com/winstonmoy Check out my second channel to see life outside the shop: youtube.com/c/WinstonMakesMoreStalk me on Social Media: @WinstonMakes (insta/twitter)
