The Shapeoko Forum

Hello, I just purchased the Shapeoko 3 standard machine and after watching some of these guys on youtube about maintenance, how many hours of operation can one get before any belt issues or anything else that is expected to happen? I would like to build a cover for the machine but if it has to servi...

How large of a circle can be routed on the Shapeoko 3 standard size machine?

What is the actual cutting area of the 16 inch Shapeoko? What is the biggest circle that can be routed on the small Shapeoko?
Thanks

Hello, I am new to the wood cnc world and would like to do bas relief cutting in 3/4" pine, oak, walnut and mdf. Any place I can go to learn where to start and with what cutters for the different woods? I will be getting the Shapeoko XL machine and using the Carbide Motion software. Similar to the t...

Does the Vectric Cut 3D software work with the Shapeoko Carbide Motion software? I am looking for a easy cam software for my 3D work . I draw in 3D using Rhino and Zbrush so I do not need a cad program. I am in the market for a tabletop CNC machine such as the Shapeoko to cut out 3D in wood . Thanks

What programs are suggested for creating the G Code for this and what program reads the the G Code for Shapeco machines? All of my drawings are from a sculpting program called ZBrush.
Thanks again in advance ,George

Hello,
I am familiar with the 4 axis mills used in the jewelry business and interested in the Shapeoko CNC router for wood. My question is can the Shapeoko cut out a bas relief of my drawing of the dog head posted? I would like to do wall ornaments of animals I draw.
Thanks in advance, George