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|owner = PS:One
|owner = PS:One
|serial = 5549
|serial = 5549
|certification = no
|certification = yes
|hackable = yes
|hackable = Consult CNC Area Host
|model = ShapeOko 2 "The Works" version
|model = ShapeOko 2 "The Works" version
|arrived = 2014
|arrived = 2014
|value = $1000
|value = $1000
|image = Shapeoko2.JPG
|image = Shapeoko2.JPG
|hostarea = Cold Metals
|hostarea = Industrial CNC
}}
}}
== Status ==
= Status =
Open for authorizations.
= ShapeOko 2 Specifications =
* Nominal Cutting Area 250mm x 250mm x 50mm (~10" x 10" x 2")
* Max spindle speed: 12,000 RPM
** Note: PS1 provided tooling & feeds and speeds are based around a fixed 12,000 RPM spindle speed.
The spindle uses ER11 collets. These eventually wear out, so check before using them. Collets are a durable expendable.
Users are welcome to purchase their own collets and tools in case the PS1 provided ones are insufficient.
== Authorization ==
== Authorization ==
Contact CNC Area Host for information on who conducts authorizations. If you are unable to get a response within 48hrs, post a request for authorization on the Pumping Station: One private Google Group.
Contact CNC Area Host for information on who conducts authorizations. If you are unable to get a response within 48hrs, post a request for authorization on Discourse
2D and 3D authorizations are on the way via Canvas.
== Tutorial ==
== Tutorial ==
Tutorial on Fusion 360 to Shapeoko2 toolpath:
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gzI5zgzzR_zRo9xr-SdSyWONMTeAq9PRUCJFRffS2FQ/edit?usp=sharing Tutorial on Fusion 360 to Shapeoko2 toolpath]
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gzI5zgzzR_zRo9xr-SdSyWONMTeAq9PRUCJFRffS2FQ/edit?usp=sharing
[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1twCl4EozVH56VyWiRbVeoyJNx3ng16vBNbq8OlCA0d4/edit?usp=sharing ShapeOko 2 Quick Start Guide (Digital Version of the Binder)]
== Operation ==
== Operation ==
=== Workpiece Setup ===
=== Workpiece Setup ===
* Clamp work to the surface with the toe clamps (in the black bag or clear plastic tub.)
* [//https://youtu.be/r6DCvtcU8_M Using blue painter's tape on the bed and underside of the part and bonding the two with superglue is an extremely effective workholding solution.]
** The superglue never touches the bed itself nor the work, just the tape.
* Clamp work to the surface with the toe clamps (in the drawer under the machine.)
** Toe clamps need to be pushing down - so that the toe is angled down towards the workpiece - not angled up.
** Toe clamps need to be pushing down - so that the toe is angled down towards the workpiece - not angled up.
** After setting the height with the toe's rear bolt, lightly finger-tighten the bolt near the piece.
** After setting the height with the toe's rear bolt, lightly finger-tighten the bolt near the piece.
** If the bit is too deep in the collet, it can bottom out inside the spindle when you begin to tighten the collet.
** If the bit is too deep in the collet, it can bottom out inside the spindle when you begin to tighten the collet.
* Use 14mm wrenches (in the black bag) to tighten the collet. You don't need to over-tighten the collet - hand tighten, not gorilla tighten.
* Use 14mm wrenches (in the black bag) to tighten the collet. You don't need to over-tighten the collet - hand tighten, not gorilla tighten.
=== Using Vectric VCarve ===
The post processor for use is going to be Grbl (inch) or Grbl (mm) depending on your document units. Vector files in a variety of formats from a variety of softwares (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD, etc.) can be imported to Vectric VCarve.
Members can use the VCarve Pro Trial Edition from home to set up their parts and save as a .crv file, though vector files can not be imported in the trial version. Files can only be posted from the Makerspace edition which we have at PS1.
GCode can be sent using Universal GCode Sender or Easel.
=== Using Fusion 360 ===
You will need to install the Easel post processor in order to get usable GCode from Fusion 360 to the Shapeoko. The post processor is available here:
https://cam.autodesk.com/hsmposts?p=easel
When using Universal GCode Sender, you will get a "HOLD" error because it leads with a tool change (M6). The Shapeoko does not support a tool change command, and so simply hitting the "Play" button again will resume operation.
=== Carving with Easel ===
=== Carving with Easel ===
Easel is run in a browser, you must log in at Inventables http://easel.inventables.com/users/sign_in
Easel is run in a browser, you must log in at Inventables http://easel.inventables.com/users/sign_in
The Industrial CNC Area Host has an Easel Pro account through Inventables. If you would like to use this platform, email [email protected] for the login credentials.
* Select the correct material for the workpiece.
* Select the correct material for the workpiece.
== Known Issues ==
== Known Issues ==
* You will need to reset the Z after every carve operation. The machine loses Z calibration after each run, though it keeps XY home information.
* You will need to reset the Z after every carve operation. The machine loses Z calibration after each run, though it keeps XY home information.
* If you're having issues connecting to the Arduino, reboot the PC. It's good practice to start work by rebooting the PC regardless.
* If you're having issues connecting to the Arduino, reboot the PC. It's good practice to start work by rebooting the PC regardless (especially if anyone else is still logged in).
* If the spindle jams on something and then won't restart, check the fuse in the spindle controller (on the back of the cabinet). There may be spares in the drawer under the machine. It is a 5x20mm glass fuse, should be 6A but we've been using 5A because Home Depot stocks them.
== Modifications ==
== Modifications ==
|[[User:ajasani | Ashish Jasani]]
|[[User:ajasani | Ashish Jasani]]
| Sevin Strauss
| Sevin Strauss
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|[[User:Daniel | Daniel Martinez]]
| Sevin Strauss
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|[[User:getavas | Gabe Tavas]]
| Sevin Strauss
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|[[User:bbarnt | Brian Barnt]]
| Jim Brink
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|[[User:bbay | Brandon Bay]]
| Jim Brink
|-
|[[User:Amethystdragon | Karl Schmidbauer]]
| Mike Thompson
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