3-sided rotary CNC routing with the Shapeoko - Carving a Koi fish

By Dennis Van Hoof, from Top o' Arts (topoarts.com).
This video shows modifications to the Shapeoko XXL CNC frame and bed to accommodate a manual rotary setup that allows for multi-sided 3D carving of objects (along a B-axis) that are too big to fit underneath the X-gantry rail.
To show proof of concept, I carved a Koi fish from a solid stack of plywood with 3-sided CNC routing.
Software used:
- Meshmixer to create the 3D Koi fish
- Vectric VCarve to generate the tool paths
- UGS Platform to send the Gcode to the CNC
Materials used:
- Everbilt 1 inch square tubes with 5/16" holes spaced 1" apart
- 1/4" steel triangular plates
- 3/8" bolts (the 5/16" holes were widened with the drill press)
- 18 mm (3/4") Sande plywood: 4 sheets of 600x600 mm (4'x4')
- Surfacing bit to flatten and pocket the stock: WhiteSide #1027A
- Extra long roughing bit: Amana Tool end mill #46590
- Extra long finishing bit: Amana Tool ball nose #46490
Referenced video of female torso: "CNC carving a female torso out of plywood"
• CNC carving a female t...
Music: Lumidelic - Wonderland

Пікірлер: 308

  • @zidwid
    @zidwid4 жыл бұрын

    Having been in the machining industry for almost 20 years, I am not easily impressed. This whole process on the other hand, very impressive. Great job.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, hearing this from a seasoned pro means a lot to me.

  • @rehabmax
    @rehabmax3 жыл бұрын

    That is the most clever way to make a 3D carving on a CNC machine that i have ever seen.

  • @danielferraro7624
    @danielferraro76243 жыл бұрын

    EXCELLENT! Brilliant idea on the rotary holder. I wouldn't be surprised if Shapeoko starts offering it as an option/up-grade!

  • @jamesbarratt593

    @jamesbarratt593

    7 ай бұрын

    I asked shapeoko how many axis they could cut. They replied yesterday saying only what you see. Then i see this and i know straight away its amazing. Totally adds more to the machine in a huge way. It needs to be motor driven

  • @G8nda1f
    @G8nda1f4 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing, for someone new to CNC this is what inspires us newbies. This is truly out the box thinking.

  • @bipolarchemist
    @bipolarchemist4 жыл бұрын

    that is some solid engineering. The 3D carving is a bonus, this is great for making triangular pieces, or with new plates, all sorts of polygons.

  • @aragorn777
    @aragorn7774 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant! As a Shapeoko owner I'd love to try this but didn't imagine I could without some expensive lathe attachment until I saw this. Great work!

  • @jeremiahmort4294
    @jeremiahmort42942 жыл бұрын

    I have made many creations with my CNC that seem to impress others. You on the other hand are insane! It is such a pleasure to watch your videos.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your kind words! I hope to inspire and entertain; that's all. Keep up the good work too! :)

  • @tjkoker
    @tjkoker4 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding work. I can't begin to understand the thought process that went into designing the various carves, but I am still very impressed. Great work.

  • @circuscorps
    @circuscorpsАй бұрын

    This is brilliant, and super helpful! Thank you!

  • @jimkemps1676
    @jimkemps16764 жыл бұрын

    I was very impressed with your triangular brackets to position the piece and how easy it was to rotate the piece and relock it in place.

  • @SYKOK1LLER
    @SYKOK1LLER4 жыл бұрын

    Wow, looks like I'm keeping my Shapeoko to the easy stuff like signs and basic cuts. This is next level work.

  • @devers6
    @devers64 жыл бұрын

    What an incredibly informative and entertaining video! Instant subscribe! I built my own home CNC router almost 8 years ago; and am designing a second one. I will use these ideas to facilitate this kind of carving. Thank you - this was a gift to the world.

  • @netltube
    @netltube Жыл бұрын

    Amazing work, brilliant design with simple engineering that's understandable and repeatable. Genius.

  • @acerjuglans383
    @acerjuglans3832 жыл бұрын

    Thinking outside the box has never been this impressive. You're too smart.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your kind words! :)

  • @MaxSMoke777
    @MaxSMoke77711 ай бұрын

    I've seen plenty of people using CNC machines to make cool singular items, but something I've never seen is somebody attempting to redecorate their entire home with them. When you see a dramatic victorian mansion, you'll see carvings all over the place. Stuff in banisters, columns, doors, eves. I know it would take forever, but you can do it over time, piecemeal. Find a part of your house, like a banister, and replace parts of it with something more interesting. See how the project evolves over time. SHARE THAT!

  • @haveacowskin
    @haveacowskin3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing work!!! It opens up home woodworking to the 3D world!!!

  • @merkridge8780
    @merkridge87802 жыл бұрын

    Dennis, you’re the baddest CNCer!! Just awesome work! Thank you for sharing your detailed insights on various challenges and possible solutions. Your videos are consistent in your approaches to challenges.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your kind feedback! I really appreciate it. :)

  • @iandlv6835
    @iandlv68354 жыл бұрын

    I have seen many items made on the Shapeoko on KZread but you are in a class of your own. Absolutely brilliant design, engineering and CNC cutting. Very well done.

  • @jonm189
    @jonm1893 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding work - I'm blown away! Well done!!

  • @frankswd
    @frankswd Жыл бұрын

    I'm glad I came across your excellent practical video :)

  • @LDSloan
    @LDSloan4 жыл бұрын

    Wow!!! What an impressive project. Really enjoyed watching how you did this. Job well done.

  • @MsMOROX
    @MsMOROX4 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on the work, I really liked the configuration of the supports and the solution to limit the height of the Z axis, very cool!

  • @bigspintantien
    @bigspintantien3 жыл бұрын

    I agree with all the positive comments. With an extruded rail cnc, this is above and beyond what shapeoko intended for their users to do. 10/10 for creativity.

  • @WinstonMakes
    @WinstonMakes4 жыл бұрын

    Really neat setup, and some good lessons learned. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with next!

  • @ricksflicks-
    @ricksflicks-3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing level of planning and thought. Thanks for sharing!

  • @ggstjohn1
    @ggstjohn13 жыл бұрын

    This is GENIUS!! Fantastic job!! Thank you for sharing this.

  • @giorgiok
    @giorgiok3 жыл бұрын

    You're a real master man, Never seen someone do it and I can't believe someone would do such a thing.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Giorgio! I guess it's good I made a few KZread videos, to convince any skeptics out there of what you can do with the Skapeoko. :)

  • @iblong9505
    @iblong95054 жыл бұрын

    I'm not even into this stuff and thought that was cool and well done. The jig is brilliant

  • @sasasasa711
    @sasasasa7113 ай бұрын

    Wow...! Please make a scorpion chair in similar fashion..! It will be a treat..!!!

  • @rayeaglenz
    @rayeaglenz3 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant, Dennis you are a clever guy, thank you for filming, editing, and sharing your process 👍😊

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your appreciative comments! :)

  • @ryanmatthes4263
    @ryanmatthes42633 жыл бұрын

    Very nice work. That looks amazing. Out of the box thinking. Very inspiring.

  • @mukdajangkrajang4582
    @mukdajangkrajang45822 жыл бұрын

    I like it with the supports. It makes it look more artistic.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh yes, that's just a prototype. You should see the real deal: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dn1osc6OlZzJac4.html

  • @fodank
    @fodank4 жыл бұрын

    From a non-seasoned amateur, I am not easily impressed, This whole process is/was impressive. Well done. Cheers, D.

  • @user-kj8pv8cy8o
    @user-kj8pv8cy8o4 жыл бұрын

    You are a genius. I'll look forward to your next work.

  • @keithsogge
    @keithsogge4 жыл бұрын

    Very cool way to approach this. Thanks for sharing.

  • @pauposts
    @pauposts4 жыл бұрын

    I think my favorite thing about this was the triangle plate you created for your rig... all very impressive man.

  • @mdikker
    @mdikker4 жыл бұрын

    Blown away. Super impressed.

  • @pete3897
    @pete38974 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your video Dennis! Watching all that effort you put in for this amazing 3D cut helped solidify in my mind how happy I am sticking with 2.5D for my own projects ;-)

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    4 жыл бұрын

    LOL!

  • @davidfrishcosy6158
    @davidfrishcosy61583 жыл бұрын

    Dennis that was genius and magnificent just an awesome piece of work.

  • @automaticprojects
    @automaticprojects4 жыл бұрын

    Wow. Such a clever idea and build and terrific video. Well done!

  • @J1I9M7M4Y
    @J1I9M7M4Y4 жыл бұрын

    That is really impressive!!

  • @hacklabdesign
    @hacklabdesign8 ай бұрын

    Great job!!! Lesson learned - Mistake 12:50

  • @TD3DMakes
    @TD3DMakes4 жыл бұрын

    This is insane. Well done! I'm just getting into CNC (just built an MPCNC) and stuff like this is super inspirational. Just subbed to your channel and looking forward to more. Thanks for sharing!

  • @moegasim
    @moegasim4 жыл бұрын

    A brilliant idea and very well explained. Thanks for sharing

  • @briannighormain7132
    @briannighormain71323 жыл бұрын

    This is beyond clever well done

  • @sunefrodi
    @sunefrodi4 жыл бұрын

    Amazing work Dennis!

  • @antonwinter630
    @antonwinter6304 жыл бұрын

    so good. very clever way of getting 3d

  • @acediamond8397
    @acediamond83973 жыл бұрын

    we're not worthy, we're not worthy. great job, in my dreams i will never be that good

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    The most important thing you need is motivation. You can do it!

  • @VAdu56
    @VAdu563 жыл бұрын

    Super Bravo, quelle maîtrise de cette machine et de son programme..... impressionnant, et magnifique...!!

  • @Neo7CNC
    @Neo7CNC4 жыл бұрын

    Well done! Very impressive setup.

  • @bradhohnstein3400
    @bradhohnstein34003 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant!

  • @maxor1986
    @maxor19863 жыл бұрын

    This is excellent information! Thank you so much for doing it.

  • @kiddiescripterkiller
    @kiddiescripterkiller4 жыл бұрын

    Very cool... You have just proved... When there is a will, there is a way...

  • @ThePr8head
    @ThePr8head3 жыл бұрын

    Totally AMAZING!!!!! Your brain could run NASA and still have time to figure out perpetual motion. Bravo!!!!!

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    LOL! I'll send them an e-mail to let them know I figured it all out. ;)

  • @mocarver
    @mocarver4 жыл бұрын

    Very clever. Keep these CNC vids coming. Thx.

  • @sandoralex2740
    @sandoralex27404 жыл бұрын

    Woow I loved the way that 10 axis cnc worked from 14:05, and done a great job !! Nice job , thumb up. Keep it up. Greeting from HUngary.

  • @Resignandreset
    @Resignandreset4 жыл бұрын

    A lot of thought into it! Well done!

  • @fivoasia64
    @fivoasia644 жыл бұрын

    Just amazing work mate! Do more!

  • @coreyeller8650
    @coreyeller86503 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant , I am impressed

  • @johninserra5046
    @johninserra5046Ай бұрын

    Wow you are a sharp guy. Subbed!

  • @atmm89
    @atmm894 жыл бұрын

    smart cooky, I am impressed on your ability to get the most out of your tools, I have subscribed to your chanel to see more of your work

  • @TheOpenSpaces
    @TheOpenSpaces Жыл бұрын

    Wow. just wow. this is amazing.

  • @djmjr77
    @djmjr773 жыл бұрын

    Way to think out of the box.. uhmm triangle!! Very cool!!

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nice choice of words! :)

  • @davidfrere4522
    @davidfrere45224 жыл бұрын

    Amazing work! You've added a whole new dimension to home CNC work. 😉 Thank you for your effort in making this video too. Just subscribed to your channel.

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    4 жыл бұрын

    Literally added that new dimension, indeed! You chose your words well. :)

  • @CorbinDunn
    @CorbinDunn4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Dennis! I've been doing some fun CNC wood carving concepts with my much smaller tormach.

  • @antennasbc
    @antennasbc4 жыл бұрын

    Nice work! I cannot believe you went to all that work for plywood. Dang. Imagine that sucker in walnut!

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    4 жыл бұрын

    This was just a test. :) Stay tuned for the real deal...!

  • @Jacek_Ba
    @Jacek_Ba2 жыл бұрын

    A job well done 👍

  • @Tchefter
    @Tchefter4 жыл бұрын

    Absolute Great Job Sir!

  • @jorgel.martinez2648
    @jorgel.martinez26483 жыл бұрын

    Great job!

  • @edadan
    @edadan3 жыл бұрын

    Great video and very nice choice of music too!

  • @SirContact
    @SirContact2 жыл бұрын

    Jesus wat een vette rig! Ik heb een onefinity sinds een week, ik ga even sleutelen

  • @Thoyalogen
    @Thoyalogen4 жыл бұрын

    Subbed. I like your in depth explanations about your strategy.

  • @maxcreaction
    @maxcreaction3 жыл бұрын

    Hi Dennis, thanks for your videos. You create awesome artworks using your Shapeoko. I will try to follow your tips. I think you are the best for videos about these specific techniques. I hope to see new videos in future. Many thanks 😊

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your kind and encouraging words! This kind of feedback keeps me motivated to create and post videos like this. Maybe you already saw it, but check out my new video where I carve version 2.0 (the "real deal") of this Koi fish from a branch and copper-colored epoxy resin. Next video will be a DIY project to carve a 3D sea shell box - I'll make those files available to download for free. So stay tuned...!

  • @maxcreaction

    @maxcreaction

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I saw your new video. The new version is even more beautiful. I can't wait to see your new project. You have a new follower. Have a good day 😊

  • @fierceflyer5
    @fierceflyer54 жыл бұрын

    Great project, thanks for all the info

  • @kimlickteig8733
    @kimlickteig87333 жыл бұрын

    This was amazing!

  • @7R15M3G1
    @7R15M3G14 жыл бұрын

    Wow this is amazing

  • @massimo3867
    @massimo38672 жыл бұрын

    Incredibile sei bravissimo

  • @charleswaye8536
    @charleswaye85364 жыл бұрын

    Well, First look into this work, impressive. Thank you Denis for your work, explanations and videos. Great Work. Im subscribed, Cheers.

  • @robguyatt9602
    @robguyatt96024 жыл бұрын

    Truly innovative.

  • @cnclife1385
    @cnclife13854 жыл бұрын

    Excellent job

  • @marcosrivera9598
    @marcosrivera95984 жыл бұрын

    WOW! Freaking Impressive man! many many kudos to you. SUBSCRIBED! You got my golden buzzer today.

  • @TobiPHartmann
    @TobiPHartmann3 жыл бұрын

    Wow Great idea and nice work Instant subscribed🤩

  • @JustinTyme1966
    @JustinTyme19663 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding!!!!

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! You should check out version 2.0 that I just posted: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dn1osc6OlZzJac4.html

  • @jeffwimer3969
    @jeffwimer39694 жыл бұрын

    Bravo!! Well done!

  • @nonconformist4802
    @nonconformist48023 жыл бұрын

    Well done

  • @2583adnan
    @2583adnan3 жыл бұрын

    Een zeer intelligent oplossing......bravo.....

  • @johnalex3023
    @johnalex3023 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice work. I’d love to see a full blown tutorial on what you had to do in Vcarve.

  • @ravi201060
    @ravi2010604 жыл бұрын

    master class work

  • @aaaooaao9949
    @aaaooaao99494 жыл бұрын

    very nice idea!

  • @g4hsean1
    @g4hsean14 жыл бұрын

    The jig you made is damn smart! I have the same size Shapeoko with the HDZ as well and might actually use your design for rotary milling. I wanted to cut out a rhino head and it looks like your approach might finally help me do it!

  • @beastlybombers
    @beastlybombers3 жыл бұрын

    Love it bro. Keep it up.

  • @robertdonatiello870
    @robertdonatiello8703 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant!

  • @Deadpohl
    @Deadpohl4 жыл бұрын

    Just brilliant!

  • @Juniordc21
    @Juniordc213 жыл бұрын

    Absolute genius

  • @jdmec81
    @jdmec814 жыл бұрын

    Subscribed, despite the distraction of that dangling earring! 😂 Awesome project, I never would have imagined doing such a thing. Keep up with cool stuff like this and you’ll have 100k subscribers in no time!

  • @dennisvanhoof9958

    @dennisvanhoof9958

    4 жыл бұрын

    Just focus on the other ear. ;)

  • @charlesbiggs7735
    @charlesbiggs77354 жыл бұрын

    Genius, man. Sweet!!

  • @databang
    @databang3 жыл бұрын

    Very cool

  • @stevenmarsden9
    @stevenmarsden93 жыл бұрын

    brilliant

  • @randygrolemund
    @randygrolemund4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! That's so awesome!

  • @imadeit
    @imadeit4 жыл бұрын

    Impresive engineering!!:D