Tools: ShapeOko 2

[This tool is no longer in service.]

Tool Description:

• Open source platform and components
• 11.5" wide x 13" deep x 2.5" high effective work volume. Some of the work piece will be off the machine's bed.
• The bed is 16" wide, and can accommodate a piece of unlimited length.
• Precision: X Axis 25μm, Y Axis 25μm, Z Axis 3.125μm
• Arduino Microcontroller

Materials (what to use, and not use, it on):

• Broad range of materials that may be worked (See materials and feed rates link below for details):
  • Wood (successfully milled)
  • Metal
  • Plastic
  • Composites
  • Some Stones
  • PCB
  • Linoleum
  • Corian

ShapeOko Wiki page on Materials and Feed Rates

General and Special Safety Considerations:

This is not an exhaustive list!

• Always wear safety glasses.
• Read, understand and follow all warning labels, instructions and safety manuals.
• Take the class.

Shapeoko 2 Safety and Operating Checklist

Tool Use:

• Use Easel (http://www.easel.com/) to design simple cuts, generate gcode, and control the ShapeOko.
• Other software may be better for complex designs.

Tips and Tricks:

• Wood or plastic panels can be positioned to prevent waste material from being thrown. This includes shielding the controlling laptop.

Related links:

Shapeoko 2 Safety and Operating Checklist

ShapeOko Wiki page on Materials and Feed Rates

ShapeOko Wiki page on Endmills