Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video, we dive deep into the process of creating a surfacing toolpath template using Vectric software, perfect for woodworking and CNC enthusiasts.
You'll learn step-by-step how to set up a precise toolpath tailored specifically for surfacing boards using various sizes of surfacing bits. This will make it easy to layout a surfacing toolpath for falttening boards or epoxy inlays. This will help you achieve a smooth surface that will support you moving from the surfaacing phase of your project to sanding and finishing.
Whether you're new to Vectric or looking to refine your skills, this tutorial provides clear instructions and practical tips to help you achieve professional results with your epoxy projects. From template creation to the final surface pass, this video covers everything you need to know to master this essential CNC technique.
What you will learn in this video:
➡️How to setup surfacing vectors for various size surfacing/flattening bits.
➡️How to export those vectors for reuse in future projects and then how to modify those vectors in future projects
➡️How to save the vectors and their toolpaths as toolpath templates and then how to use the toolpath in future projects.
➡️How to apply the toolpaths to a real life epoxy inlay project
➡️Ways to address problems encountered when the epoxy project does not go as expected.
⏰Timecodes⏰
00:00 Introduction to Video Topic
02:50 Start Vectric Tutorial for Setting Up Surfacing Vectors to use for toolpaths
04:30 Creating a Surfacing Bit in Vectric
06:40 Setting up surface profile vector for 1.5” Surfacing Bit
11:55 Exporting Surfacing Profile Vectors as an SVG Template to use in future projects
13:05 Setting up the Surfacing Toolpath based on vectors created previously.
15:45 Saving the Surfacing Toolpath for 1.5 inch surfacing bit asa Toolpath Template
17:30 Transition to application of surfacing toolpath for the Fire Department Logo Epoxy Inlay
18:10 Applying a saved 2.5 in surface profile for the epoxy inlay board
23:00 Applying the surfacing toolpath at the CNC and how I use the toolpath for surfacing an epoxy board
25:00 discussion of holes found in epoxy and need to repair board
26:00 Restart surfacing process following epoxy repair
30:15 Start sanding with 80 grit
30:35 Summary of video and key points in video
Other videos that you may want to watch based on this video.
👉Part 1 Make This Multiple Color Wavy Flag - Step by Step Tutorial - You Can Do This Yourself youtu.be/TydfZFh5oBA
👉Overlapping Vectors Fundamentals: youtu.be/fOKIXrWuOzc?si=cFf59VC5tmQs6hyC
👉Multicolor Epoxy Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbuKRLARGPOwu9O6UAbglyX_f5NO6Mbw1&si=Ns_X8nvX3FD-Jpqh
Bit used in this project:
Below is an affiliate link and if you pruchase it will provide me a small commission. You should be aware of this up front.
➡️ RIP Precission Tools (rippreceissiontools.com). Link Get 10% Commissions
Link: ripprecisiontools.com/?ref=692c5q8z
Referral Code (5%): ROBSANDSTROM. you will receive a discount on the price of the bit
👉Bit is the slabslayer: 2.5" Surfacing Bit SlabSlayer SKU: ISB-MD2500D50S45D
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I love to pass on knowledge and skills Learned. My quest with this channel is to Share knowledge and skills that I have obtained and Inspire others to learn new things and use that knowledge to make cool stuff. Don't let fear get in the way of success.
In this video, we dive deep into the process of creating a surfacing toolpath template using Vectric software, perfect for woodworking and CNC enthusiasts.
You'll learn step-by-step how to set up a precise toolpath tailored specifically for surfacing boards using various sizes of surfacing bits. This will make it easy to layout a surfacing toolpath for falttening boards or epoxy inlays. This will help you achieve a smooth surface that will support you moving from the surfaacing phase of your project to sanding and finishing.
Whether you're new to Vectric or looking to refine your skills, this tutorial provides clear instructions and practical tips to help you achieve professional results with your epoxy projects. From template creation to the final surface pass, this video covers everything you need to know to master this essential CNC technique.
What you will learn in this video:
➡️How to setup surfacing vectors for various size surfacing/flattening bits.
➡️How to export those vectors for reuse in future projects and then how to modify those vectors in future projects
➡️How to save the vectors and their toolpaths as toolpath templates and then how to use the toolpath in future projects.
➡️How to apply the toolpaths to a real life epoxy inlay project
➡️Ways to address problems encountered when the epoxy project does not go as expected.
⏰Timecodes⏰
00:00 Introduction to Video Topic
02:50 Start Vectric Tutorial for Setting Up Surfacing Vectors to use for toolpaths
04:30 Creating a Surfacing Bit in Vectric
06:40 Setting up surface profile vector for 1.5” Surfacing Bit
11:55 Exporting Surfacing Profile Vectors as an SVG Template to use in future projects
13:05 Setting up the Surfacing Toolpath based on vectors created previously.
15:45 Saving the Surfacing Toolpath for 1.5 inch surfacing bit asa Toolpath Template
17:30 Transition to application of surfacing toolpath for the Fire Department Logo Epoxy Inlay
18:10 Applying a saved 2.5 in surface profile for the epoxy inlay board
23:00 Applying the surfacing toolpath at the CNC and how I use the toolpath for surfacing an epoxy board
25:00 discussion of holes found in epoxy and need to repair board
26:00 Restart surfacing process following epoxy repair
30:15 Start sanding with 80 grit
30:35 Summary of video and key points in video
Other videos that you may want to watch based on this video.
👉Part 1 Make This Multiple Color Wavy Flag - Step by Step Tutorial - You Can Do This Yourself youtu.be/TydfZFh5oBA
👉Overlapping Vectors Fundamentals: youtu.be/fOKIXrWuOzc?si=cFf59VC5tmQs6hyC
👉Multicolor Epoxy Playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbuKRLARGPOwu9O6UAbglyX_f5NO6Mbw1&si=Ns_X8nvX3FD-Jpqh
Bit used in this project:
Below is an affiliate link and if you pruchase it will provide me a small commission. You should be aware of this up front.
➡️ RIP Precission Tools (rippreceissiontools.com). Link Get 10% Commissions
Link: ripprecisiontools.com/?ref=692c5q8z
Referral Code (5%): ROBSANDSTROM. you will receive a discount on the price of the bit
👉Bit is the slabslayer: 2.5" Surfacing Bit SlabSlayer SKU: ISB-MD2500D50S45D
====================
Connect with me !
====================
Website: robsandstromdesigns.com
Instagram: / robsandstro. .
Facebook: / robsandstrom. .
I love to pass on knowledge and skills Learned. My quest with this channel is to Share knowledge and skills that I have obtained and Inspire others to learn new things and use that knowledge to make cool stuff. Don't let fear get in the way of success.
