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Project:Router Table

2019-09-02T14:59:30Z

Nils:

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|initiator=[[User:Mitja|Mitja]], [[User:Lukas|Lukas]]
|team={{HelpNeeded}}
|materials=probably mostly [[plywood]]
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''We have a (simple) commercial [[Router Table|router table]] now! Building our own would still be good at some point and could improve some of the other one's shortcomings :-)''

A powerful [[router]] is heavy and too dangerous to be used on any boards narrower than its base. We want to build a table where the router is mounted upside down so the wood can be fed through (a similar principle as with a [[Table Saw|table saw]] vs. a [[Circular Saw|handheld circular saw]]).

== Planning ==
The table needs to be sturdy for a safe operation but also adjustable for the many use cases.

=== Location ===
Somewhere in the [[Wood Workshop|wood workshop]] - could perhaps be integrated into a large enough [[Table Saw|table saw]] and use the same fence!

=== Build ===
If you find promising designs online, please link them here! [[User:Lukas|Lukas]] also has a woodworking magazine (HolzWerken) with plans for a small table which could be used as inspiration.

* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOB5y8_-mQs router lift using a threaded rod]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-FxDj10Fhc awesome tilting router lift with wooden gears] (won't fit our big plunge router though)
* first half of [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IXWHJA-vJIM this video] shows an adaptation for '''our router model''' (fence needs more thought than what's shown)
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUpXkMbogIc demonstration of a very simple bench mounted one] with general tips & tricks for working with a router table
* Steve Ramsey's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gf5tRp35EEU router table] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfjeS5jolBs router lift]
* Router Tabel von "Holzwerken" mit Bauanleitung im Heft [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ag6v67sE8jA]

== Safety ==
'''Only push cuts''' should be done on a router table, otherwise workpieces will start flying...

We need to make various guidance jigs and [[Push Sticks|push sticks]]/blocks once the table takes shape, and include clear direction markers to reduce the chance of accidental climb cuts happening. However, the proper direction can be less clear when the cut is inside the workpiece instead of along its edge! [https://www.finewoodworking.com/2014/05/07/router-accident-is-a-great-lesson-in-climb-cutting]

[[Category:Self-Made Tools]]
[[Category:Woodworking]]

G-Code Senders

2018-06-29T20:43:33Z

Nils: /* LaserWeb */

=Temporary notice=
This page right now serves as a documentation point for making our [[CNC Router]] controllable via the network.

Once we tried different pieces of software and decided for one, this page will serve as a documentation point for how to use this software.

The Installation scripts are hosted on [https://github.com/comakingspace/GcodeSender GitHub]

=Software options=
== Using your own computer ==
=== Univeral GCode Sender (Cross Platform) ===
Universal GCode Sender is a Java Program which was tested successfully with our CNC Router. If you decide to use it, please use the nigthly ("some what stable ugs classic interface"). 
Documentation and downloads can be found on their [https://winder.github.io/ugs_website/ Website].

=== bCNC ===
This has its own page: [BCNC]

=== Other Options ===
The [https://github.com/grbl/grbl/wiki/Using-Grbl Grbl-Wiki] provides an overview of GCode senders.

== Using the attached Raspberry Pi (Network Control) ==
We have a dedicated Raspberry Pi attached to the CNC Router. It provides web based interfacing with the CNC Router.
=== GRBLWeb ===
GRBLWeb in principle works.
However, moving the Router manually (when trying to find the zero-location) is not very user-friendly.
In addition, it is missing proper buttons for homing and for unlocking the tool ($H and $X)
The other tools seem to be more feature rich.
===LaserWeb===
LaserWeb is originally designed to work with a [[Laser Cutter]]. However, it can also be used with CNC Routers. 
It is accessible on [http://comakingcnc:8000 "http://comakingcnc:8000"] 
A more detailed usage guide will follow soon. So far, you can read their [[https://github.com/LaserWeb/LaserWeb4/wiki Wiki]]

[[File:CNC_01.png|300px|thumb|right|Laserweb common settings]]

====Pro====
* Nice UI
* Camera Support (to be tried though)
* Tool path preview
* Gamepad Support ( :-D )
* Move the router using the numpad (when finding a zero location)
* Continues the job when running into a non-supported command
====Con====
* Continues the job when running into a non-supported command

===CNCJS===
CNCJs is accessible on [http://comakingcnc:8080 "http://comakingcnc:8080"] 
A more detailed usage Guide will follow soon. So far, you can read their [[https://cnc.js.org/docs/user-guide/ User-Guide]] or their [[https://github.com/cncjs/cncjs/wiki Wiki]]
====Pro====
* Support for continuing the job after a non-supported command (can be activated in settings)
*Camera support (to try)
====Con====
* after closing the browser window while a job is running, you can not get back (but the job continues)

File:CNC 01.png

2018-06-29T20:38:55Z

Nils:

== Licensing ==
{{PD}}