Introduction to CNC Routing

Class Name  Introduction to CNC Routing

Duration  3.5 hours

Cost  $100 ($80 for members)

Class Size  2-5

Ages  16+

Description This introductory class on the CNC router focuses on the workflow for routing a 2D design programmed in SheetCAM. Students will cut or engrave letters or numbers in their choice of various hardwoods. Make new house numbers or decorations for your home!

In the process we’ll cover,

• Use SheetCAM to generate a toolpath
  • Importing vectorized drawings
  • Contours and layers
  • Nesting and Tabs
  • Tool creation and discussion of tool choice
  • Feed and Speed (use FSWizard app)
  • Cut simulation
  • Exporting gcode
  • Reviewing gcode as a text file
• LinuxCNC
  • Importing gcode
  • Homing the machine
  • Workpiece Clamping
    • Vacuum table
    • Screws
    • Clamps
  • Chip extraction
  • Starting/Pausing/E-stopping operation

Note, the part created in this class must be less than one square foot.

COVID-19 and Class Safety Policies

For COVID-19 safety requirements, we ask that all participants of classes, as well as members working in the space, wear a mask over their nose and mouth at all times indoors at Vector Space. We also ask that you maintain a safe distance of 6ft  from each other at all times while in Vector Space.