CNC Machining

CNC Machines

• standard: Carbide3D Shapeoko 4 ($2400)
• desktop
  • around $2000: Carvera Air ($2799 $2099)
  • over $5000: Carvera ($5999 $5199)

Bits

• bit starter set: Carbide3D Shapeoko endmill starter pack ($195)
  • 1/8 inch flat bit: #102 .125” flat cutter
  • 1/4-inch flat bit: #201 .25” flat cutter
  • 1/8 inch round bit: #101 .125” ball cutter
  • 1/4-inch round bit: #202 .25” ball cutter
  • 90 degree V bit: #301 .50” V-bit cutter - 90°
  • 60 degree V bit: #302 .50” V-bit cutter - 60°

Other

• clamps: Carbide3D Crush-It ($58 for essential set, $60 for metal Pro clamps)