CNC Router Essentials: The Basics for Mastering the Most Innovative Tool in Your Workshop
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CNC Router Essentials will have woodworkers operating their CNC machines with skill and confidence.
CNC machines are now easier to use, less expensive to purchase, and will greatly increase woodworking productivity in the shop. So, if you’re looking to buy one—or you already have but wish the user manual actually made sense—then CNC Essentials is for you. Veteran woodworkers Randy Johnson, CNC teacher and previous Editor in Chief of American Woodworker walks you effortlessly through each step in learning to use this game-changing woodworking machine. Project design essentials, toolpath basics, machine setup, bit selection, and more are all explained in an approachable and easy-to-understand format that will have any woodworker maximizing the full capacity of their CNC machine. Helpful practice projects in 2-D and 3-D will ensure that you’ve grasped the basics of this versatile tool, while a gallery will inspire you to create your own imaginative designs.
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With expert woodworker Randy Johnson leading the way, CNC Router Essentials will guide you through each critical step in learning how to master this game-changing woodworking tool.




Easy-to-Follow Basics on Machine Use and Project Design
Today’s CNC machines are easier to use, less expensive, and will greatly increase your woodworking productivity. Start your CNC journey by learning the key aspects of working with a CNC machine: machine mechanics, workflow, and software.
Understanding Toolpath Fundamentals
Learn how to create CNC project designs using 2-D line drawings or 3-D models in a variety of ways and even combine them. Then set up your toolpath following the step-by-step instructions—none are difficult or involve writing code!
Pro Advice for Machine Setup
Find everything you need to know to get started with your project. Machine Setup covers job setup, selecting the correct bits, material hold-down methods, zeroing the X, Y, and Z axes, testing a cutting file, and spoilboard maintenance.
Helpful Practice Projects in 2-D and 3-D
Follow along with three step-by-step projects to practice your new CNC skills, and also find an inspirational gallery you’ll come back to again and again for project ideas.
Publisher : Cedar Lane Press; 2nd edition (March 17, 2020)
Language : English
Paperback : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 1950934128
ISBN-13 : 978-1950934126
Item Weight : 1.06 pounds
Dimensions : 8 x 0.34 x 10 inches
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