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Answering Your Common Questions About the Avid CNC Laser.
Hear from our own CNC guru, Eric Schimelpfenig, as he answers common questions about the Avid CNC Deployable Laser System and discusses some of its features.
This system is ON SALE now at AvidCNC.com. $1000 off with a full machine purchase, $500 off a standalone laser system.
Full Machines: www.avidcnc.com/large-format-cnc-routers-c-47_95.html
Laser System: www.avidcnc.com/avid-cnc-deployable-laser-system-p-1348.html
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Avid CNC's Behind the Design | Dust Shoe
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Introducing our Behind the Design series. Get an in-depth look at our products from the experts who design and make them. In this episode our Director of Engineering and co-owner, Ahren Johnson, discusses our new dust shoe product. Let us know what you think of this video and what you want to hear about in the future. Find out more about the dust shoe here: www.avidcnc.com/avid-cnc-universal-du...
Avid CNC Machine Expansion Animation
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Avid CNC’s modular architecture is uniquely designed to allow your machine to grow with your skills and ambitions. Check out our expansion system: www.avidcnc.com/work-area-expansion-kit-p-1390.html
Introducing the Avid CNC Universal Dust Shoe
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Listen up! With our new Universal Dust Shoe, a clean shop never sounded so good. Take a closer look at this new product designed by CNC users for CNC users. #avidcnc #dustcollection You can find more information here: www.avidcnc.com/avid-cnc-universal-dust-shoe-p-1379.html
Avid CNC 15 Year Anniversary
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Avid CNC turned 15!🎉 It’s been a busy year and we almost forgot to celebrate our anniversary. Check out this video highlighting our journey. Looking forward to many more years of making CNC fun and accessible to everyone!
The Catskill Mountain Maker Camp
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The Catskill Mountain Maker Camp is a gathering of hardworking, creative makers who come together in upstate New York to share their skills and passions and learn from one another. Avid CNC participated in Maker Camp the past two years and wanted to share what it is all about. Check out this video highlighting our experience and the experience of some of the makers who were there. Follow this l...
Spin Up Your Creativity - Avid CNC Rotary
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There's something fun about watching a CNC rotary do its work! A 4th-axis rotary adds capability to your CNC and unlocks more of your creativity. Get inspired by these cool projects by @darbinorvar and @frankmakes.
How to Make a 3D Topo Map Using a CNC Router and Laser
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Avid does more than make CNC systems. We empower our users with solutions. Check out this great tutorial we gave to the 2023 Vectric Worldwide User Group Meeting. Learn how to combine the power of a router and laser to unlock creativity.
Avid CNC - Laser Attachment
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The Avid CNC 15W Diode Laser System is the perfect complement to our spindle cutting systems, adding the ability to cut fine details as well as engrave materials before or after machining. It is arguably the most versatile laser system on the CNC market. Boasting a real 15 watts of optical power as well as a novel design, this compact laser head can cut a wide range of wood-based materials, lea...
Vector Creation for AvidCNC's Laser System
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Vector Creation for AvidCNC's Laser System
How To Image Raster for AvidCNC's Laser System
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How To Image Raster for AvidCNC's Laser System
Map Cutting Board | Laser/Router Project
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In this video, we demonstrate the process of designing and engraving a map onto a cutting board using Avid CNC's laser and spindle systems. Klar, one of our media producers at Avid CNC, designed this project as a memento for her first home. We are very pleased with the outcome of this project and how it highlights the value of the Avid CNC laser system. Switching between the laser and spindle w...
Creating Exceptional Value at Avid CNC
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Over the past several years we have worked hard at increasing quality and lowering prices. We've done that by many process improvements and bringing even more manufacturing in-house. Check out this shop tour video to see how we did it.
Plasma CNC
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Plasma CNC
Boxley's - Sign Making Series
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Boxley's - Sign Making Series
International Shipping
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International Shipping
Avid CNC - Start Up Procedure and Cycle Start Checklist
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Avid CNC - Start Up Procedure and Cycle Start Checklist
Avid CNC - Coat Rack Project
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Avid CNC - Coat Rack Project
Pro-Tip: How To Run an Air Pass on Your Avid CNC
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Pro-Tip: How To Run an Air Pass on Your Avid CNC
Initial Machine Set-Up & First Cut
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Initial Machine Set-Up & First Cut
Sami's Yarn Toy Project | Vectric's Christmas Toy Shop | Vectric FREE CNC Projects
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Sami's Yarn Toy Project | Vectric's Christmas Toy Shop | Vectric FREE CNC Projects
Brian's Kinetic Wooden Snake | Vectric's Christmas Toy Shop | Vectric FREE CNC Projects
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Brian's Kinetic Wooden Snake | Vectric's Christmas Toy Shop | Vectric FREE CNC Projects
Avid Team talks Toy Design - Prototype - Production Workflow | Vectric's Christmas Toy Shop
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Avid Team talks Toy Design - Prototype - Production Workflow | Vectric's Christmas Toy Shop
Pro-Build: Installing Avid CNC PRO Electronics
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Pro-Build: Installing Avid CNC PRO Electronics
Pro-Tip: How to Manually Set Your CNC Work Offset
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Pro-Tip: How to Manually Set Your CNC Work Offset
Pro-Tip: CNC Proximity Sensors
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Pro-Tip: CNC Proximity Sensors
Pro-Build: Tools Required to Build an Avid CNC Machine
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Pro-Build: Tools Required to Build an Avid CNC Machine
Pro-Tip: VCarve CAM Setup Sheet
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Pro-Tip: VCarve CAM Setup Sheet
Mach4 User Guide: Auto Z and Corner Finding Touchplate
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Mach4 User Guide: Auto Z and Corner Finding Touchplate
Intro to CNC Tool Tray Project with VCarve and Mach4 Walkthrough
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Intro to CNC Tool Tray Project with VCarve and Mach4 Walkthrough

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @mattivirta
    @mattivirta 2 дні тому

    my problems have use tabs i need cut out sguare piece at plywood, i drar lines and then toolpath make add tabs, its ok, but if i want cut first left side this sguare one line, left, then move clamps new place left has cutting can cut right side, ok, problem have i start cut left side line, cutting nice but when bit come back to start point destroy all tabs, cut ok and elevate tabs point ok but then bit go back start point not elevate bit at tabs position ad destroy all tabs. why aspire not generate toolpath right, i mean why not move cutting side line ad then elevate bit up to sheet top and then go back start point, why move back same level then cutting, and move back destroy all tabs sametime not elevate bit at tabs position when move back to start point. or many job same why not elevate bit and then go back start point. alltime after cutting go back start point and bit stay same level what cutting line.and move back have G1 speed, not fast move G0. i not understand what i make wrong i draw picture-make toolpath. all job same problem no move bit up then go back start point after cutting, if cut point start X0.0Y0.0Z-3 etc. and go point X300Y0.0 has cut line ok, BUT go back to 0.0 point same level Z-3 why ? need go up after cutting elevate bit Z0.0 and then go back X0.0

  • @stlwoodworking
    @stlwoodworking 8 днів тому

    Oh I need one of those 😁

  • @JNWoodworks
    @JNWoodworks 14 днів тому

    Nice Video Eric!

  • @timc2797
    @timc2797 20 днів тому

    Why is it necessary to level the unit to the floor? it seems to me the gantry moves along the metal frame , if the entire unit was set to a 20 deg angle the gantry is still level with the unit itself and it wouldn’t matter cause the gantry doesn’t ride along the floor

  • @CharleesProps
    @CharleesProps 29 днів тому

    I appreciate this as we will be moving towards cutting items that use more than 1 tool. I noticed, though, that when you performed the tool change the machine moved on the Y axis. Since Mach4 didn't move the machine it would not know there was a change. I assume if you notice that happening and you're cutting a detailed profile you would need to rehome the machine?

  • @user-ow4oj1wk2o
    @user-ow4oj1wk2o Місяць тому

    Clearly the program does NOT use the space optimally, especially with the production layout. It should start by turning around half the triangles, like you maybe intuitively did in your manual example... it would save a lot of material.

  • @robotchickenworkshop
    @robotchickenworkshop Місяць тому

    This dust shoe really sucks! The chambered design and rapidly swappable bristle rings of different sizes are especially appreciated! It works better for rotary operations than my previous solution.

  • @ned_mograph5957
    @ned_mograph5957 Місяць тому

    what style of brush is that? It seems better than the style I'm using right now on my dustshoe

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC Місяць тому

      We don't offer that brush strip but we do offer an entire dust shoe: www.avidcnc.com/avid-cnc-universal-dust-shoe-p-1379.html

  • @stlwoodworking
    @stlwoodworking 2 місяці тому

    Same here lol. I have the 4 x 10 and rotary with the 8.7hp spindle and I love it

  • @JNWoodworks
    @JNWoodworks 2 місяці тому

    I wish I could make my garage grow like that 🙂

  • @airbornearchitect7062
    @airbornearchitect7062 2 місяці тому

    cool video....

  • @airbornearchitect7062
    @airbornearchitect7062 2 місяці тому

    were you get the foam that thick?

  • @JNWoodworks
    @JNWoodworks 3 місяці тому

    Just got mine today. Can't wait to try it out.

    • @alanferrell9406
      @alanferrell9406 3 місяці тому

      Jim I hope you're considering doing a video on the performance. I will admit I'm intrigued at the look but I wonder about the sound, dust extraction, and if it is compatible with that fine tool changer you're setting up.

    • @JNWoodworks
      @JNWoodworks 3 місяці тому

      ​@@alanferrell9406 I am. Would have had it done today but other stuff got in the way.

  • @bigdogmn73
    @bigdogmn73 3 місяці тому

    Can you send me the 4x8 cnc and this and I'll make a great video for you:)

  • @davidthompson9359
    @davidthompson9359 3 місяці тому

    Will it accommodate/"not interfere with" the retractable add-on Laser mount that I bought from AVID CNC? (Avid CNC 15W Diode Laser System)

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 3 місяці тому

      Yes this has been designed to work perfectly with the laser system. Your laser can be mounted on either side and the dust shoe can be rotated so that the dust hose is in "front" of the spindle or to the opposite side of the laser. The fastening bolt for the dust shoe is reversible too so that you can easily reach it no matter how you have your laser attached. We're working on getting some more photos posted on our listing so stay tuned for that!

  • @jonathanmelancon3021
    @jonathanmelancon3021 3 місяці тому

    You could do that using the CNC. Where is the TOOL CHANGER?!

    • @davidthompson9359
      @davidthompson9359 3 місяці тому

      Yes, I asked about that awhile ago.

    • @b3owu1f
      @b3owu1f 3 місяці тому

      asked about that 5+ years ago. Still nothing. Tool changer is by far the most needed part of CNC business

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 3 місяці тому

      We hear you! We're already hard at work on the next big thing. If you do need a plug and play tool changer setup now CNC Depot offers a turn key kit that bolts right on to our machines and is compatible with our software. They make a great setup and offer excellent support on it.

  • @licklogacres
    @licklogacres 3 місяці тому

    I'll get mine ordered today.

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 3 місяці тому

      Nice! Thank you!

  • @valtereduardo4028
    @valtereduardo4028 3 місяці тому

    Congratulations... Amazing.👏👏👏 .

  • @mmtreeservice2338
    @mmtreeservice2338 4 місяці тому

    how long do these last outdoors hanging in the elements?

  • @tireballastserviceofflorid7771
    @tireballastserviceofflorid7771 4 місяці тому

    Would the compression bit work in kiln dried 3/4 pine?

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 4 місяці тому

      I've always been a fan of the Whiteside UD2102. www.avidcnc.com/whiteside-updown-cut-spiral-cnc-router-bit-14-x-1-p-431.html Just make sure when you're cutting on your first pass you plunge deep enough to get the upspiral section buried in the material so you don't get tear out.

  • @JNWoodworks
    @JNWoodworks 4 місяці тому

    Awesome machines and awesome customer service. What I really like is the open platform and how you guys support those of us who like to customize our machines. Its always fun to see on the forums how people have built there machines and what they are doing with them. The variety is incredible.

  • @206woodworker
    @206woodworker 4 місяці тому

    Congratulations Ahren, Erik and the whole Avid team on an amazing 15yrs!! Thanks so much for all your support of the hobby/maker community !!

  • @rafemaxwell4143
    @rafemaxwell4143 4 місяці тому

    Thanks guys. Fantastic product and value. The new laser module is great too 😎

  • @MarkLindsayCNC
    @MarkLindsayCNC 4 місяці тому

    Absolutely LOVE my Avid CNC. Congratulations for 15 years, and here's to many, many more!

  • @PM-ic2ks
    @PM-ic2ks 4 місяці тому

    congratulations and thanks for making a great machine tool

  • @rainfallprojects501
    @rainfallprojects501 5 місяців тому

    Looks like a lot of fun!

  • @robotchickenworkshop
    @robotchickenworkshop 5 місяців тому

    Would love to show you some of my rotary clips sometime!

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 5 місяців тому

      Get in touch! We'd love to see them. Posting on the forum is a great way to do it. I can get in toufh with you directly there as well

    • @robotchickenworkshop
      @robotchickenworkshop 5 місяців тому

      @@AvidCNC ok!

  • @musoangelo
    @musoangelo 5 місяців тому

    Hey can you do a vid like the ones that Sammy and Cory use to do on setting up a spoil board with the Avid Sheetcam and Mach 4. I have an old burntables machine that has an Avid control box as a plasma table and I'm getting ready to purchase the Avid spindle. The Avid tweeked software is very specific on what you can and cannot do. Any help would be appreciated.

  • @kirkjensen1718
    @kirkjensen1718 5 місяців тому

    Frank is the shizzle.

  • @crazyrees23
    @crazyrees23 5 місяців тому

    Do you have plans for a tenor ukulele build? And one for fender style body?

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 5 місяців тому

      We sure do! www.avidcnc.com/simple-ukulele-25d-p-391.html

  • @sufainahmad3575
    @sufainahmad3575 5 місяців тому

    Thank you and it is very useful tutorial. How to do multiple option/switch post processor (for multiple tool that require different set of instruction) Ex: T1 / T2 / T3 have different instruction. Therefor if T1 (Set of instruction no 1) and T2 no 2 and so on.

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 5 місяців тому

      Your best bet is to post this question on our forum: forum.avidcnc.com/ there are likely users there that have done similar modifications

  • @bg4371
    @bg4371 6 місяців тому

    Wow You were Great Step X Step Thank'S

  • @loganrose2791
    @loganrose2791 6 місяців тому

    Maximum diameter?

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 6 місяців тому

      It really depends on your machine, type of rotary you get and how you have it mounted. Fortunately we have a guide to help you figure it all out here: www.avidcnc.com/avid-cnc-rotary-axis-p-724.html You can also contact our customer support anytime and they can answer specific questions for you.

  • @ravenhhca
    @ravenhhca 6 місяців тому

    Why such an ugly work space?

  • @Forfun0099
    @Forfun0099 6 місяців тому

    No intention to offend 🙏. It looks like Avid cnc doesn't answer questions here ☹. I'm a prospect buyer with diligent business plan for selecting my first cnc router (I know cnc milling machines very well, but cnc routers are a new whole business for me). I finally nailed down to a few companies (Laguna tools, Phantom, Avid cnc, i2r, Penguin cnc) and for the last two weeks can' make my mind due to very poor information that are available on their web site, and emailing back and forth takes time and leads to more questions, I came to this channel to find answers for their machines assembly , but, based on Avid cnc non answering questions, it looks like I was wrong 😭 . Just in case somebody of Avid CNC review this comment here is my question. Why when selecting the machine options, etc., and we are offered a video instruction link for assembly, WHY WE DO HAVE TO ANSWER ALL THOSE QUESTIONS AGAIN? (ref: www.avidcnc.com/support/instructions/pro/?mr=21.1&mw=60&ml=144&gw=&gh=&lk=avid&mtr=&ct=routing&rt= ) 😫. It should be that after selecting your machine options you can see a video for that machine, WITHOUT NEW QUESTIONS! Very unprofessional!!!!!!!!!!!! If they do this before you purchase, WHAT WILL HAPPEN AFTER SALES SUPPORT? 😱 If they share a video instruction, at least they should be able to answer the questions generated here.😥

  • @apgkpsdgksd
    @apgkpsdgksd 6 місяців тому

    super clear thanks you have a new subscriber

  • @addisoncaren7987
    @addisoncaren7987 6 місяців тому

    💔 'PromoSM'

  • @michaeljacobs9432
    @michaeljacobs9432 6 місяців тому

    how can you justify the cost for the laser when lasers are now up to 40+ watts?

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 6 місяців тому

      Excellent question! If you're talking diode lasers wattage is only part of the equation. Some companies measure the power supply draw as their wattage claim. The true measure is how many watts the diodes themselves are. Ours are a true 15. Additionally the alignment and quality is absolutely critical to getting max performance out of a diode laser. If one diode is off even a little your power level and accuracy drops significantly. We chose OPT lasers because each one is precision aligned in a clean room one at a time. The diodes are also individually inspected and tested before going into each laser. This means that you're getting every bit of cutting power at a super high precision from our laser. The 15 watt pairs really nicely with the spindle as the laser can cut up to about 3/16 of an inch at good cutting speeds. Anything thicker can be cut by the spindle. The additional cost comes from the pneumatic raising and lowering mechanism which makes it super convenient to use in spindle/router combo jobs like this one ua-cam.com/video/-gGdTd22Itc/v-deo.html

    • @michaeljacobs9432
      @michaeljacobs9432 6 місяців тому

      Thank you for the response and i do understand what you are saying, but for the price you are not adapting to the industry, Falcon 2 and many others are providing great precision and 40 watts actual laser power. The setup you have is great but test have been done and it do not allow the ability to place a larger laser due to the weight. and 15w was great last year. 5000 Canadian for a 15 w is crazy. Im just saying if performance is lagging behind the competition the price should be alot lower.@@AvidCNC

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 6 місяців тому

      ​@@michaeljacobs9432 There are some impressive dedicated laser units out there for sure. We looked at a lot of those. Our system wasn't designed to compete with those. Machines such as the Falcon (And others) that are small benchtop dedicated lasers certainly have their place and application. We designed this to be a high precision, high duty cycle unit that is tightly integrated with the router. Folks that use these are using them in production and need seamless switching from routing to laser. I'd be interested in chatting with you further though! If you hit the contact form on our site ask for Eric.

    • @rafemaxwell4143
      @rafemaxwell4143 6 місяців тому

      This is designed for people who want to integrate laser engraving and cutting into their large format CNC operations. The laser itself is plenty powerful for engraving, I can't think of a reason I would want more power. You want to set off the fire alarm and burn through .5" of wood in one pass at 2 IPS, be my guest. Spindles don't work as well cutting materials under 1/4", which is where the laser excels. Also, a 4'x8' laser engraver is amazing. You're gonna spend $25k USD+ getting a laser in a format that large. I didn't bat an eye at $4k USD for this. Very high quality product as well.

  • @bstanga
    @bstanga 6 місяців тому

    hey Eric, could make this aspire file available? I'd love to try it. regards Brian

  • @Conno9220
    @Conno9220 7 місяців тому

    How man IPM you getting?

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 7 місяців тому

      That's a pretty old video with an earlier version of our ballscrew. The ones we have now can do 200-300 IPM easily with our motor offerings.

    • @Conno9220
      @Conno9220 7 місяців тому

      @@AvidCNC yea. I have the 12” pro Z with a ClearPATH doing 400IPM. No spindle and I’ve not tuned the servo yet. It’s dang fast. Might be able to go faster. :)

  • @jimandjulieneeb8529
    @jimandjulieneeb8529 7 місяців тому

    Nice video Eric!

  • @snowblow1984
    @snowblow1984 7 місяців тому

    Do you loose a few inches on Y axis for spindle or is the laser mounted offset on the gantry?

    • @AvidCNC
      @AvidCNC 7 місяців тому

      The laser is is roughly 5 inches next to the spindle in the X direction. You can change the mounting location from left to right if you want to get the most reach out of your workholding. It's in-line with the spindle in the Y direction.

  • @airbornearchitect7062
    @airbornearchitect7062 8 місяців тому

    cool.... nice shop

  • @MrJesus4194
    @MrJesus4194 9 місяців тому

    Would using only one rail per side for the y-axis vs two per side make any difference? Would the gantry have any side to side rocking play?

  • @germansanchez4748
    @germansanchez4748 9 місяців тому

    😊. Juj que 6:26 Cg 😢😢😊😊

  • @flodvx
    @flodvx 9 місяців тому

    Why do manufacturers often recommend 18,000 rpm ?

  • @flodvx
    @flodvx 9 місяців тому

    The longer the tool lasts, the more you can afford to buy an expensive one. 😀

  • @JNWoodworks
    @JNWoodworks 9 місяців тому

    Nice video Eric. A large table with carved lakes and rivers filled with blue epoxy and then laser etched features for the smaller things like roads would be really cool.

  • @alexwbakker
    @alexwbakker 9 місяців тому

    Congrats, guys. I've seen this facility in person and I recommend these machines to everyone.