CNC routers are designed with safety in mind. However, there are certain safety rules you should always follow to prevent accident or injury. Do not operate a CNC router in a damp or moist environment. Never leave the room while your machine is routing. Do not put any part of your body closer than 6 inches to the cutting tool when it is moving. Always make sure you have inserted the correct bit for the job you are doing. Check ...   Read More

Making clean cuts with your CNC router is essential for ensuring that your finished workpiece meets your quality standards. Here are some tips to help you keep those cuts accurate and clean. 1. Proper Installation Make sure that the bit is installed securely in the router. The best way to ensure it’s in place is to insert it until it bottoms out then slide it out about ...   Read More

G-code is the widely used computerized numerical control programming language. It tells your router how fast and where to move to make a particular workpiece. Although you can write G-code manually, which may be practical for very simple projects, it is much easier to use a software solution that will translate your CAD design into G-code format. There are a number of software solutions available with varying advantages. Aspire – Aspire by ...   Read More

Keeping your workshop clean will also keep it safe. Dust build-up on surfaces and in the air poses a serious health risk. Particles created by cutting plywood, particle board and acrylic can be hazardous if they are inhaled. A dust collection system is essential. However, dust collection systems are the main cause of static in the woodshop. When your dust collection system ...   Read More

There will be times during your production process that you want to obtain perfect circles with your Cobra CNC router. But sometimes things might not go as planned and your circle may turn out to look more like an oval. This can happen for a number of reasons. Machine Code Error If your circles are coming out like ellipsoids, one of the first things to check is your machine code. Make ...   Read More

If your Cobra CNC router is relatively new, the breadth of available information about CNC can seem overwhelming. Two important techniques you may not be familiar with are smoothing and acceleration techniques. Here are some tips to help you get started. Spoilboard Surfacing If you are smoothing large sections of MDF board you will need to have a spoilboard cutter or ...   Read More

If you are looking for a wood router that suits your needs and your pocket, CAMaster should be your first stop. You want the best quality CNC router for all your wood working projects including: routingcarvingcutting to sizecreating pocketsv-groovescreating rabbet planes Whether you’re a hobbyist making small projects for the home or a manufacturer of larger pieces. CAMaster has something for you. Stinger Routers The Stinger ...   Read More

If you’re a CNC router hobbyist there are lots of projects out there that are fun to make and can be enjoyed by all the family. Here are some projects that are simple enough for beginners. Hinged Spoon Rest Tired of leaving slops all over your kitchen counters? This elegant spoon rest will help keep your kitchen clean. It’s simple to make with only four parts. It’s also ...   Read More

You might be surprised at how much labor time you can save with a CNC router. A perfect example is Connecticut-based Tuscarora Plastics Inc. Before the introduction of CNC routers, the company was cutting the prototypes of its molded foam products by hand, which in some cases was taking several hours of skilled labor. Since the company has installed CNC machines to cut the prototypes ...   Read More