I've watched 1000's of videos on 100's of topic. This is my first comment ever, Hand's down one of the best videos I've ever watched. If I don't start getting what I'm looking for rather quickly, I go to another video. You're a natural--kept my attention the entire time, ever second was valuable info--thank you!
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Jennifer, thank you so much for the awesome comment! I truly means a lot that others enjoy and learn from the videos. Much appreciated!
@dean4318
5 жыл бұрын
I definitely don't recommend buying endmills from those sites. just buy cheap bits from ebay starting out. for wood, mdf, and plastics I used some cheap bits from ebay that cost me 10 dollars for 10. Only time I get nice bits are for metals like aluminum where I'll spend a proper amount. I was an early adopter so I've had it for a while and can definitely recommend starting with those cheaper ones!
@johnkeen7825
4 жыл бұрын
I bought a shapoeko 3 XXL about 10 months ago. I wish I had a time machine( 10 months of added expense, crashes and ridiculous time spent trying to get it squared and trammed using shims, and other methods to try to fix a out of square badley designed machine). I ordered a onefinity and the XXL is basically going in the trash Jenn from suck it and now onefinity is the definition of a wonderful business person. I couldn't be happier with the way she does business!
@collinnordman4736
4 жыл бұрын
I'll buy it from you
@GeorgeJFW
5 жыл бұрын
Pretty awesome 👍 I have been looking at building a small PCB mill. It's crazy that an average dude can have this much technology at his disposal nowadays.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
It really is. Anyone can get into cnc now
@brucedeville9053
Жыл бұрын
Just purchased a Shapeoko XXL, used. It looks good and I hope to get it set up soon,
@rehabmax
4 жыл бұрын
I have been looking at the Shapeoko XL for 3 years. Every year tthe Shapeoko web sit has a Black Firday sale. A free router and free shipping up to 12/1/19. I think this is the year to finally get it and start creating.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah Bruce I think they are actually having sales now.
@natenate2754
4 жыл бұрын
Yep they are right now. $1820 for the xxl and it includes the compact router (not dewalt and not makita). And it’s free shipping. But I don’t know if that’s just within the US. I’m considering the purchase but I know nothing of the off brand router.
@girkgirkus7236
5 жыл бұрын
Great video really appreciate the effort here. My XXL is coming tomorrow and it's just great to have guys out there that care like this. They now supply their own router I guess it's a Makita knock off. I sort of wanted the DeWalt for remote speed control and a few other features but they don't sell it anymore or the Makita so we'll see how this new router works out. I'm going to wire in some high-brightness LEDs near the router. Anyway, you rock bro. By the way I'm building an enclosure within about a week it's totally critical that I have the enclosure setup.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Anthony! Thanks so much for the comment buddy. Yeah they just started selling their own router, but if you still want the dewalt, just buy the dewalt 611 and it will fit. You can buy just the machine without the router, so that's an option too. Glad this helped, and I'll be posting a bunch more tutorials on this soon bro
@girkgirkus7236
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah I made a point of asking matterhackers if they sold just the machine without the router like carbide but they didn't so I thought well I'll just go with their router and then move up to the 611 later if I have to. I'll let you know how this router works out. I just found you tonight so I'll watch your other videos very soon and we'll be in touch. Thanks man!
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Sounds great man. Let me know
@JeffsCustomRC
5 жыл бұрын
Hi...just set up the shapoeko 3XXL and downloaded vcarve pro. Carbide didn’t offer the 611 anymore so just got their router since I already own a 611 which I really love in my shop. Really enjoyed your presentation and info about several bits I wanna purchase aside from the ones I already received. I must say, carbide’s customer service has been impeccable and easy to talk with their tech, Brandan Lee who is very helpful and even more than willing to help. Wanna see more videos from you and will be subbing to your channel to keep on on what you can show us on the machine. My wife already know how to do cad/cam and convert files, now just gotta learn bits, speeds, depths, etc. thanks for all your help and keep the information coming. 👊🏼👊🏼
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff. Yeah buddy they do have great customer service and they just started selling their own router last Month. I really do want the v carve pro. How much did it run you if you dont mind me asking
@JeffsCustomRC
5 жыл бұрын
Tool Review Zone it was 699.00 from vectric for the download, but I must say it is easy to use and amazing.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
@@JeffsCustomRC Yeah I thought it was around the $700 mark. Man, I really want it though. Thanks for the info bro
@ryanbates7037
5 жыл бұрын
You've installed your Y axis cable harness incorrectly. You can refer to your own photo at 1:53 to see the correct way
@mikehuggens6295
4 жыл бұрын
Wow.... Thank you for taking the time to post this! Extremely helpful
@CaptainChris69
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. Your tip saved me the $100 shipping.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome. Glad it helped!
@Penultimaisla
4 жыл бұрын
How you save in shipping?
@CaptainChris69
4 жыл бұрын
@@Penultimaisla I bought it thru Matter-Hackers site. Watch the video, he tells you that in the first couple minutes.
@verliswfelkinssr5885
4 жыл бұрын
Just purchased XXL and shipping is free on orders over 99.00 from Shapeoko.
@EOTG_AK
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads up on the MatterHackers link. They shipped mine free all the way to Alaska!
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Wow, awesome!!!
@redtorios
5 жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/tZ6Ms6KYrapma34
@steveemmins3728
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I’m in the process of purchasing a XXL and you provided a lot of good information. Really fine job, thanks. Cheers.
@touretteguy69
4 жыл бұрын
Perfect info. Just what I had been wanting to ask
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment tic
@damooooo
5 жыл бұрын
You can now buy the collet and nut together it also uses a regular spanner, £28 total
@rsitch1
4 жыл бұрын
Outstanding information!!! Thank you, Bob
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
You got it bob, and thanks for the comment
@MikeNewham
5 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed. Appreciate your effort.. Will check out your Shapeoko playlist. Any info you have on levelling, trammelling etc - would be awesome!
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael Welcome to the channel! The leveling is actually very easy to so as the shapeoko has adjustable feet that will assist with this. I'll be doing more videos soon on everything else!
@MikeNewham
5 жыл бұрын
Yeap. Looking forward to future vids.. The Shapeoko XXL is a wee beast and it’s noisy and it’s dusty. @WinstonMoy did a vid on leveling / traveling but found it to be quite indepth and a bit over my head. Also hard to get my head around the time needed to get this machine to produce quality work. I mean I need an enclosure, I need the vac to be ‘outside’ sucking dust from the router insid (thus vac noise is outside). Also need some quality end mills like you said. The 201 is a ‘safe starter’ end mill but the results are dull.. Then I decided to add a SuperPID - but that project has stalled. Now I just find myself working on the 3D printers. A lot less hassle.. Excuse the rant :)
@SamuelLanghorn
Жыл бұрын
can I buy your Shapeoko?
@FormerlyKnownAsAndrew
3 жыл бұрын
This video was great. Thank you.
@blake102989
4 жыл бұрын
I just got my standard size yesterday and going to finish assembling when I get home from work but now their website gives free shipping and since I live in Indiana and they're in Illinois it only took about technically 3 business days because I ordered it on friday night last week. I'm anxious to see what I can do with it
@johnamagu8554
3 жыл бұрын
Pls sir I need this machine CNC calving please 09061218133 an what will it cost me
@jimeronimo
3 жыл бұрын
Brother I could use some help. I need to get some signs done but they're going to be fairly large. I have an Irish pub in my home and want to get custom celtic signs, dressing over and on both sides of the entry.. thoughts? Talk or email?
@waynef8762
5 жыл бұрын
Shapoko now offers free shipping in the U.S.
@fierceflyer5
5 жыл бұрын
I see most people are using the Dewalt router, is it better than buying the router that shapeoko sells with the package and why? Thanks for the video it’s very helpful.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Shapeoko actually just started selling their own router about a month after I bought this. Haven't tried theirs, but I'm sure its pretty close to the dewalt router. Thanks for the comment
@JoeyRam.
4 жыл бұрын
For the router, does it have a max diameter to consider or needs to be either Dewalt or Makita?
@terebag56
5 жыл бұрын
Great video.....question. there is a used one about 4 yrs old that I can get purchase. in your opions folks (that have this bad boy) any concerns about it and that age? think it may be "outdated" or questinable? thx
@ckr3976
3 жыл бұрын
Are these shapeoko the best cnc routers for a diy home /garage shop .?
@bobd5119
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@geoffreyplourde362
5 жыл бұрын
The only thing I don't like about the shaepoko is you can only load small files under 20000 in carbide 3d hoping some day they upgrade their machine to take bigger files
@hanspijpers2100
5 жыл бұрын
you could try fusion 360 its free and great software it generates the final g-code
@fbthebear
5 жыл бұрын
If you buy from Carbide3d now it doesn't come with the Dewalt or Makita, they are selling it with their own router
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah figures. Literally a month after I buy it the change
@jonsandler
5 жыл бұрын
@@ToolReviewZone Looks like a non branded clone of the makita router.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah a little bit
@lifestyle_on2hours
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info.
@GreatWhiteLionSnake
4 жыл бұрын
I done gonna git me some Dee-Walt bids wiff da cooler. Peeps. If you think this is going to be IKEA furniture put together, Nope. A couple tips. Use a good square, tape measure, file and level. Start on a level base. Use the file to eliminate burs. It really takes less than 3 hours if you have decent mechanical skills. Biggest thing is make sure spindle / router is perpendicular and square so it can level cut. Carving and cutting wood it may not matter, but metal work it will. Good luck and enjoy.
@taiyoctopus2958
2 жыл бұрын
Prices have raised 500$ on these units in like 2 years... wtf... That's like 30%~ inflation
@ToolReviewZone
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, not worth the price now
@NewYorkMetalDetecting
3 жыл бұрын
This video is a year old now and I am just curious if your opinions are the same or if your thoughts have changed. I am debating on buying one.
@polymexdf69
3 жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for the info is there a better machine than this thanks for the same price or close
@michaelbreaux9164
5 жыл бұрын
Any plans to build an enclosure? I am debating on doing it for my xxl. Love the machine. it is fun. I have a feeling I will be buying the vcarve software eventually.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
That's the exact same software I am looking at (v-carv) but the aspire software is unbelievable but runs about 2k. Yeah I am definitely going to build an enclosure just because of the MDF dust alone. I will add it all to the play list
@michaelbreaux9164
5 жыл бұрын
Cant wait for that video. I'm looking to do an enclosure but I think I want to make it removable. Don't think i'm doing the aspire, 2k a little tough on the budget. Maybe v carve pro.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah it is a bit steep. I also need to design something that I can remove panels if I need to instead of a large box. I'll make sure I add something for you all to see soon
@EOTG_AK
5 жыл бұрын
One good thing about the Vcarve software is that you can upgrade to higher versions by just paying the price difference. You can work your way up through the versions step by step all the way to Aspire.
@MO-ws7go
4 жыл бұрын
GREAT review, looking to purchase the XL or XXl specifically for Military signs, can you download pics of mil aircfaft?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Sure you can find just about anything online
@fatkat311
5 жыл бұрын
Great video! I have a question maybe you can help with. I am just getting started with my machine and I noticed that the unit will go “out of bounds” when doing a test run. it will try to go beyond the physical limits and cause the motor to spin when the machine has no room left. If I go back and re-initialize the machine and press the limit switches while this is happening the machine will stop in its tracks but it doesn’t seem to care when it is actually doing a cut.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you may be setting your start point in the middle of top of the project. When you open carbide an set up the stock, make sure you have the start position (bottom left) selected. If not, it will do just what you have explained
@fatkat311
5 жыл бұрын
Tool Review Zone Makes sense, I just thought the limit switches would act as a physical hard limit during a cut and not try to continue moving on the x and uaxis after the limit switch was pressed. Thanks for the video and reply
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing, but they wont. It will just bounce and clatter until to stop it. I bet any money that's the issue
@bsr8129
4 жыл бұрын
why do you need a differnt collet nut, the stock one works fine with the 1/8 collets you can buy off amazon, you even get 5 for around $12
@raulmartinez273
4 жыл бұрын
how quickly can this make a small sign 2"x6" on a plastic 1/16th inch plastic board that states no smoking?
@ryanlocascio5109
2 жыл бұрын
Base price is $2380 right now….. f****** crazy
@mosilver1572
4 жыл бұрын
This is informative. I ordered a different CNC machine, more specialized for what I want to do, but your info will be useful. Thanks.
@buffit_8345
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making this video. This helps so much, greatly appreciated sir. 👍👍
@ToolReviewZone
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad it helped Buffit!
@Sarahmohammed778
3 жыл бұрын
Would you recommend a shapeoko for acrylic cutting and engraving?
@johnamagu8554
3 жыл бұрын
Please how do I get this machine CNC calving
@dwgar1322
4 жыл бұрын
Are you familiar with Ooznest Workbee CNC router, and if so, what are your thoughts?
@cyndel2112
4 жыл бұрын
No longer available on that website
@chadwilliam1
4 жыл бұрын
so if i buy the 1/8 collet, nut and tool will the dewalt 1/4 collet work with the new nut and tool or do i need to buy the 1/4 one too if i dont want to keep swapping tools?
@robylaird3738
4 жыл бұрын
What is the footprint size of the machine? I need to know this to make the table for it to set on.
@maryantohansen1966
4 жыл бұрын
x carve vs workbee vs shapeoko where most good? And why?
@player787
3 жыл бұрын
what size and kind of table do you recommend for the xxl?
@H2Dwoat
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, would you recommend loctite or something similar for the screws, nuts & bolts?
@ToolReviewZone
3 жыл бұрын
Yes. I used the non permanent loctite and has been working great 👊
@noufalnoufi6283
3 жыл бұрын
This CNC machine can make pic in wood?
@gmathieson7184
5 жыл бұрын
I seen that it said M15x1 on the collet, is this the exact thread required or is it just for video purposes?
@kenf2662
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, Look some where else
@DonnyMerrill
4 жыл бұрын
No longer available at MatterHackers
@bhadresh93
4 жыл бұрын
Hi what do you think about Snapmaker 2.0? i am looking to buy the CNC but cant decide on which one to get. this will be my first one so need some kind of help picking it.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
I've never heard of that brand bro. The 3 most popular for the hobbyist seems to be Bob's cnc, shapeoko and xcarve. I went with the shapeoko because its built better than the others
@ddizzledizzault2936
4 жыл бұрын
are you from pittsburgh?
@MateyGardelOriental
4 жыл бұрын
That machine only accept those 2 routers?? What about the milwakee with batery? i already got one...Anybody know?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
They only sell this with their own branded router. The Milwaukee wont work
@Charlie-qd3qs
4 жыл бұрын
Have you ever tried Pin Nails as a hold down?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
I've actually use screws before. Easier to take out bro👊
@Charlie-qd3qs
4 жыл бұрын
@@ToolReviewZone yo bro, look up composite nails .
@earthangel7653
5 жыл бұрын
thank you... I hope as a female I can do this.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
You got this 👊 I'll be posting a bunch of videos in the upcoming weeks
@granthultman2914
5 жыл бұрын
There is no doubt in my mind that your gender will not restrict your ability to set up and operate this machine. As an ex-Marine, carpenter and construction manager my skills are advanced and I find that CNC'ing is a different world. The Carbide Team and forum is fantastic they WILL help you out with any issues you run into just post on the Forum. I highly recommend the Suckit Dust boot from day one and look into grounding the router. Again the forum will help you with any and all roadblocks.
@triumfdula8830
5 жыл бұрын
Hello, i'v seen 3d figures being carved with shapeoko, knowing that shapeoko is 2.5d and does not support stl files, i wanted to ask if you could let us know how is that, how is it done, 3d not v carving but 3d carving with shapeoko, in short words ?
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Triumf, you can use a program called V carve pro that you can add a picture too and it will basically make it a 3d file. Just transport it into carbide motion and your done
@triumfdula8830
5 жыл бұрын
@@ToolReviewZone thank you
@triumfdula8830
5 жыл бұрын
By the way is there any free version, method, like downloading free stl files of 3d carvings converting and transporting them to carbidemotion
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
@@triumfdula8830 Sure, you can find them or even buy them cheap in the ETSY site
@sethl1515
5 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know if the Dewalt collets work with the new Carbide Compact Router that comes with all Shapeokos now?
@jacobbrown1690
4 жыл бұрын
the compact router comes with a 1/8 " collet also.
@streetgliude07
3 жыл бұрын
What router to buy dewalt?? Mikita??
@johnkeen7825
4 жыл бұрын
The first is don't buy a shapoeko! I regret owning an XXL. Problems X 1000. Buy a Onefinity! It's a smart trouble free design.
@p90x1011
4 жыл бұрын
How big of a table do I build for it to sit on xxl?. I plans to build that first.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
I just used a few saw horses and some 4x8 mdf. It's about 5 inches wider than the table on all side. When it warms up, I am actually going to build an new table with enclosure for it.
@jpm_nt_i9308
3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a little LocTite is in order
@RebelRob34
4 жыл бұрын
router install...do you use the locktite that can be unbolted?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Yes I do👊
@RebelRob34
4 жыл бұрын
@@ToolReviewZone - Thought that would help. Did you put it on your hurt thumb too? :-0 In all seriousness I'm about to buy the XXL, how bad is the learning curve on the software? I'd rate my "computer/techy" at a 6 out of 10.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Its pretty easy Rebel. I would definitely start out on the carbide create software then work you way up. You'll get it in a week or two bro
@RebelRob34
4 жыл бұрын
@@ToolReviewZone - Thank you. For now I need it to simply carve out stars and such in my Patriotic wood projects. I do them by hand now, but cheese n rice it's a long process when you are (as my wife gripes) a "perfectionist". IG is @NevadaPatriot
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Haha, that's why I bought this. I couldn't take hand carving so many stars. It will save you a countless amount of time bro
@fjoy3376
3 жыл бұрын
Will this do foam insert cutting?
@ToolReviewZone
3 жыл бұрын
Works ok on a dense foam. Makes a bitbof a mess, but does good
@fjoy3376
3 жыл бұрын
@@ToolReviewZone I'm looking to cutout tool trays... like a drawer liner type thing ... will it produce clean edges?
@sheepdog819
4 жыл бұрын
Why is it no longer available?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
I think they only sell them on the shapeoko site now
@hzn0027
4 жыл бұрын
No longer available on matterhackers.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Wow really!
@corycoleman2996
4 жыл бұрын
Anyone have any info on how these hold up in a workshop not climate controlled?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Mine is not climate controlled. Its freezing in the winter, and hot as crap in the summer. Have not had any issues yet.
@haansworsie
3 жыл бұрын
5:03, that's a flat head, not a ball
@waynef8762
5 жыл бұрын
What is the part number for the Makita router? Shapeoko now offers their own router. Is there any info available on that?
@motoputz3201
2 жыл бұрын
2:38 made in a factory by unskilled robots
@RetroWorldSeries
4 жыл бұрын
Matter hackers no longer sells this
@constantinosschinas4503
4 жыл бұрын
*in one line: don't buy shapeoko.* the thing has an elastic mdf blanket for a table, has no accessories, no emergency buttons, you will fight with dust everywhere, horrible backlash and software, no auto tool changer, no spindle control, the list is endless. buy a stepcraft.
@jacobbrown1690
4 жыл бұрын
i guess if you can speak german they are nice
@rooster1012
4 жыл бұрын
This video needs more commercials..........
@richardbowman6410
2 жыл бұрын
They run on belts. That’s all you need to know. Don’t buy them.
@robertstrickland1979
4 жыл бұрын
matterhackers do not have the Shapeoko
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
They did when this video was created. I guess they changed
@tanyaj9023
4 жыл бұрын
Does this machine cut metal also?
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Sure does. There are built in settings for different types, but its something that you definitely want to get familiar with before diving right in
@Charlie-qd3qs
5 жыл бұрын
I wish these things were cheaper!
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah definitely not cheap bro, but can at least pay itself off if you keep busy with it
@Charlie-qd3qs
5 жыл бұрын
Been trying to find one cheaper or used where someone didn't want it. No luck so far.
@ToolReviewZone
5 жыл бұрын
@@Charlie-qd3qs I'll keep an eye out for you bro. Its tough to find them used on ebay and stuff because you have to tear them down and ship them. Best would probably be a local add on craigslist or something?
@blake102989
4 жыл бұрын
@@Charlie-qd3qs you can get one on payments through carbide 3d website that's what I just did
@Charlie-qd3qs
4 жыл бұрын
@@blake102989 how do you get payment setup?
@shelby50411
4 жыл бұрын
Shapeoko and brother xcarve are junk.uses rubber band belt drive.....millright mega v xl is far superior in all specs and much bigger and less cost.
@atdower
4 жыл бұрын
Shapeoko doesn’t use rubber band drive anymore if I’m not mistaken
@shelby50411
4 жыл бұрын
@@atdower yes it does uses rubber band/belt for drive system just like its brother xcarve...
@intoart340
4 жыл бұрын
Christ ! The damn commercials ! Could hardly wade through the first Batch of commercials, then you started with another commercial. Might be a good video ..... I'm outa here.
@grumpysteelman
4 жыл бұрын
into art - The guy might deserve some ad revenue for putting this review together - people feel so entitled for free stuff it’s shocking.
@RLowVaughn1
4 жыл бұрын
Another worthless revue where the machine is not demonstrated by actually using it.
@ToolReviewZone
4 жыл бұрын
Hahahahahahaha, thanks for the comment
@stagecoachmechanic
4 жыл бұрын
It saying everything you need to know BEFORE you buy. So things to consider before you start the machine you idiot.
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