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Our woodshop is home to a CAMaster Stinger I CNC router that is able to cut wood, plastics, and certain metals.
The CNC Basic Use & Safey class is a required certification to use this machine.
[[File:CAMaster Stinger I CNC Router.jpg|thumb|alt=CAMaster Stinger I CNC router, computer, and compressor|CAMaster Stinger I CNC router, computer, and compressor]]
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[https://www.camaster.com/cnc-routers/stinger-series/stinger-i/ CAMaster Site]
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[https://www.wincnc.net/ CAMaster WinCNC Machine Controller Software]
[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OWSaMgkcoUyyKQk58nxxpIXn-BqWR1F2R01m_Mm7xRU/edit#gid=0 FCFL Bit Inventory]
The CNC is one of our more '''dangerous''' pieces of equipment. It can be a VERY energetic machine and cause flying metal if improperly configured possibly causing harm to the machine and humans nearby.
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Do not use the CNC if you "think" you know how to use it. You need to '''know''' how to use it. Any other certified member should be willing to help out if any questions arise.
Standard Disclaimers:
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You should sign up for a reservation on CiviCRM before using the tool
[[File:Stinger I - Power switch, E-stop, probe.jpg|thumb|alt=CAMaster Stinger I's power switch, E-Stop, and touch probe jack (lower right)|CAMaster Stinger I's power switch, E-Stop, and touch probe jack (lower right)]]
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You must fully power cycle the CNC and reset the switch (twist) to use the CNC
Z = page up/ page down,
X,Y: arrow keys (labeled on keyboard)
''' Stopping CNC From Software '''
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Blue = (only for Z) top-down perspective. Zero at limit switch.
CAM jobs must use inches.
We have a Vcarve Pro Makerspace license and you can use it to prepare VCarve files (.tap) on your computer.
You can use Fusion360 to make the files, but we generally recommend testing it in the VCarve application since we have sometimes noticed strangeness with Fusion360 files. (Out of place parts etc etc)
[[File:Air Compressor Switch.jpg|thumb|alt=Air compressor toggle switch (red)|Air compressor toggle switch (red)]]
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Turn on the Vacuum
[[File:Stinger I - Spindle Speed Control.jpg|thumb|alt=Spindle speed control (on front right of Stinger I)|Spindle speed control (on front right of Stinger I)]]
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In CAMaster:
IMPORTANT NOTE: Must set Z zero at bottom of work if using multiple tools. You can set Z zero at top of work if just engraving with one tool.
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For ‘Z0 at bottom’ jobs, Make sure no local Z is set. T codes in job trigger measure tool. Ensure job rapids clear all clamps.
Spoilboard has 1/4”-20 threaded sockets for clamping and otherwise securing your piece.
You can either use clamps, or preferably screw the piece down. Either directly, or using waste parts to secure it on the edges.
[[File:Dust collector.jpg|thumb|alt=Dust collector and power switch (on right side)|Dust collector and power switch (on right side)]]
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Make sure Turn on dust collector before cutting.
Hit reset button on spindle controller console. Check that speed control knob is fully clockwise
Restart PC. Pray to whatever deity(ies) you may believe in
[https://www.cnccookbook.com/ CNC Cookbook] - Speeds & Feeds calculator
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