There are 3 primary types of software used to perform CNC milling: CAD CAM CNC motion control. CAD stands for “computer-aided design”. A CAD program is used to design a 2D or 3D digital model of what you plan to produce in the physical world. Examples of CAD software include Fusion 360, VCarve, SketchUP, AutoCAD, …
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2022 Workshop Renovations
In Sept 2022 a new CNC router was installed, requiring a reorganization of the back room layout in the workshop. The shop leadership is using this as an opportunity to update other aspects of the shop for better use of space, better accessibility, and more efficient dust collection. This page serves as a hub for …
AMT372 Ryobi Orbital Sander
Model: Ryobi RS290 Documentation: manual Status
AMT371 Random Orbital Sander
Model: Hercules HEO11 Documentation: manual Status
AMT370 Detail Sander
Make/Model: Bauer2019Ε-Β Documentation: manual Status
Purchasing and budgeting materials for the workshop
This is a description of the current order of operations to budget and purchase materials for the workshop: consumables and small tools, not capital purchases and not materials for classes. Used from January 2022 and still used as of this publication. TeamShop works with two Google Drive spreadsheets, one to keep track of purchases and …
AMT364 Oscillating Edge/Belt Spindle Sander
Make/Model: RIDGID Oscillating Edge/Belt Spindle Sander-EB4424 Documentation: Full Manual Sanding belt size is 4″ x 24″: Amazon Link Sanding drums are 4 1/2″ x (1/2″, 3/4″, 1″, 1 1/2″, 2″): Amazon Link The sander is set up near the shop entrance and uses the bench connection to AMT255 Clear Vue Cyclone for dust collection. Always …
AMT351 Scotch Laminator
Make/Model: Scotch TL902 Documentation: Scotch TL902 Thermal Laminator It is kept in the red locker.
Crosscut sled
This sled is designed to safely make crosscuts while supporting both sides of the piece (the keeper and the discard sides). Setup Unplug the table saw Remove the yellow throat plate Use a 10mm wrench to loosen the two nuts which clamp the blade guard Remove the blade guard and re-tighten the nuts so they …
AMT346 Branson B-52 Ultrasonic Cleaner
Make/Model Branson B Series tabletop Ultrasonic Cleaner No lid, lid is not required Manual Photos Logs