Better than a touch probe? How to change CNC router bits

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  • @BeaulieuTodd
    @BeaulieuTodd Жыл бұрын

    I used these for the first time today. I like it. Once you mount all the bits to be used on a job, you only need to zero the first one. Saves time.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    Yea they’re pretty awesome.

  • @JakeApperson
    @JakeApperson3 жыл бұрын

    I am not usually one to review something like this because it always comes out like a slander ad or a sales pitch.... but HOLY CRAP! This is the best add-on I have gotten for my Shapeoko 3 without a doubt. I got one and decided to try it out on a scrap I had laying around and it went off without a hitch when going from a 1/4" Endmill to a 1/8" endmill to a 60degree V-bit on the same job. No bit setter needed for the changes, just throw in the new one and hit continue. Watch the video again and just go buy one already. You can thank me later for the saved time and headache when running multiple bits on the same job! PwnCNC knocked this one out of the park without a doubt.

  • @gooseneck32

    @gooseneck32

    Жыл бұрын

    Would you have any footage of this working with your shapeoko. I have the xxl pro and am interested.

  • @jimmyparksproduction
    @jimmyparksproduction3 жыл бұрын

    This is exactly what I was looking for.. The Struggling with the depth of the V-bit v/s the end mill was real. Thank you for sharing just ordered one.. And now I know where to get those bad ass dust boots.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    All of their stuff is awesome. Daniel puts a lot of thought into his designs.

  • @SpencerScottFL
    @SpencerScottFL3 жыл бұрын

    I just wanted to say I appreciate your videos. As someone with a new Shapeoko, they have been very helpful. :)

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I’m glad to hear it

  • @LT-gj3rm
    @LT-gj3rm3 жыл бұрын

    Best little tool from PwnCNC. Thank you for sharing.

  • @brendaboyce9967
    @brendaboyce99673 жыл бұрын

    Another informative video. Thanks Chris!

  • @wittyfpv
    @wittyfpv3 жыл бұрын

    unreal idea. will be printing my own

  • @magicmanj32
    @magicmanj323 жыл бұрын

    Great video, about to order shapoko 4xxl, these videos are what I want to learn, the little tips and tricks, thank you, Subscribed

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Good luck with it

  • @LCGoldenTriangle
    @LCGoldenTriangle2 жыл бұрын

    This is awesome and I imagine will be a time saver for me especially now with me moving into more cnc production with multiple bit changes. They should sponsor you! #PwnCNC give this man a $$ check. great demonstration!

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Chris

  • @tonyfrescas6060
    @tonyfrescas60603 жыл бұрын

    man you stuff is so good and helpful.. watch all your stuff

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @Todd-W
    @Todd-W3 жыл бұрын

    awesome as usual.. Thanks for the continued tutorials.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @billysmether6237
    @billysmether6237 Жыл бұрын

    Wow!!! Great video! Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you and well done!!!!

  • @davidyoung4312
    @davidyoung43123 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, I’ve been waiting for it to come out. I will be ordering one. I’ve been using the collars for about 6 months and I love it. Have not used my touch probe since I went with the collars and it seems to me to be more accurate. Thank you again for your tutorials.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @-fenderbassman977
    @-fenderbassman9773 жыл бұрын

    I bought this. What a speedy accurate way to change bits

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome. I swear by it.

  • @drewpickard554
    @drewpickard5543 жыл бұрын

    Good video, and gotta give some props to PwnCNC. I have a 3d printer so just ordered the collars and hardware, but they were exceptionally price completive compared to just ordering from McMaster or Amazon. So because I apricate them making the jig and putting the files up it was a easy choice just to order it from them.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Daniel does a lot for this community. I love supporting his projects.

  • @gokhanceterez1043
    @gokhanceterez10438 ай бұрын

    really really perfect solution

  • @BeaulieuTodd
    @BeaulieuTodd Жыл бұрын

    Newbie here. Ruined a sign this weekend by forgetting to zero the final profile bit! This seems handy to me.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    It definitely is

  • @lorennason2450
    @lorennason24503 жыл бұрын

    This is great. Much cheaper than a the bit setter from Shapeoko. Gonna have to pick this up.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s a really great accessory.

  • @joonhyungchoi7799
    @joonhyungchoi7799 Жыл бұрын

    I'm using this technique as well. It's the best and cheapest way. In fact, this is the fastest.

  • @schodysek
    @schodysek7 ай бұрын

    Dziękujemy.

  • @airbornearchitect7062
    @airbornearchitect70624 ай бұрын

    COOL VIDEO ....

  • @onefastbob
    @onefastbob2 жыл бұрын

    Chris, great videos! Question, have you had any issue with the bit collar screw coming loose when carving? Shapeoko Pro XXL will be here next week.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    I had some issues with the stainless ones I used to use, so I used a drop of loctite on them. I haven’t had the issue with these black oxide ones though because the surface isn’t as smooth. Just make sure the bits are free of oil. A drop of green picture wouldn’t hurt anything if you wanted a little extra peace of mind.

  • @acerjuglans383
    @acerjuglans3837 ай бұрын

    That's a very inventive jig, very much lateral thinking. However, it would only work if you push it high enough, and exact enough, into the spindle with each bit. How do you accomplish that? Do you just shove it in, and bottom it out? I use the paper method of setting z heights too, BTW.

  • @fierceflyer5
    @fierceflyer53 жыл бұрын

    Chris this is a great idea thanks for the tip. Where did you get the collet nut & wrench for your router?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    I got those from Precise Bits. It’s their precision collet.

  • @fierceflyer5

    @fierceflyer5

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD thanks Chris

  • @TenmaFN
    @TenmaFN3 жыл бұрын

    Chris where you out of your accent sounds eastern NC-ish, love this setup.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Upstate NY

  • @TenmaFN

    @TenmaFN

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD never would have guessed lol

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    You’ll hear it when I say car and stuff like that haha

  • @JakeApperson
    @JakeApperson3 жыл бұрын

    I need find a place to order these collars from so I can get enough of them and put one on every damn bit I own. Bit changes are the bane of my CNC work.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    I believe you can buy extras from PwnCNC. Shoot them an email if they aren’t listed and they should be able to help you out. I’m with you on the bit changes. Worst part about using a cnc machine...

  • @johnross9369

    @johnross9369

    3 жыл бұрын

    Jake Apperson, be cautious when buying collars. The ones I ordered when I made the set block from Chris's previous video worked but I found out the collars for the 1/4" and 1/8" bits were a different thickness resulting in a different depth for the Z setting. I like this set block here though.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    PwnCNC makes one for 1/8” bits too, and I believe it’s designed so the top setting lines up with the bottom setting on the 1/4” one.

  • @JustinSmith-fg1qt

    @JustinSmith-fg1qt

    3 жыл бұрын

    So when setting up a collar for the depth stop on a 1/4" shank and 1/8" shank, what is the important measurement. From the cutting end of the bit to the bottom of the collar or top of the collar. Because there are times that want to use both diameter shanked bits.

  • @resorter66
    @resorter663 жыл бұрын

    Chris great video on the new bit setter from PWNCNC 2 questions I see some small clamps that are holding your board, did you make them or but them If so where. And the other is the HDZ worth the money and did you see a big difference in the quality of the cut between the to Jeff Peters

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jeff. Those clamps are the toe clamps from PwnCNC. I ended up getting the cnc4newbie z slider. I really like it. Has some extra travel, which is a plus, and it’s really well made. I did a video on the install not too long ago. I don’t know if I necessarily notice a difference in the quality of the cuts, but I am able to push it harder and not have to worry about the issues you can have with a belt when it’s pushed too hard.

  • @resorter66

    @resorter66

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD Is that a Cabide 3D Product . I must have missed that video.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s another cnc machine company that also makes upgrade parts for the Shapeoko. cnc4newbie.com/store/en/shapeoko-3-square-linear-bearings-slider-p105/?search=Shapeoko&description=1

  • @UsmcDuff
    @UsmcDuff2 жыл бұрын

    How much of the shank do you typically have in the collet? I just picked up a shapeoko and it has the makita router with it. I feel like the shanks on all of the bits are short and If I try the collet method It would end up next to the cutting head for the collet to get a good grip. Thanks!

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    I try to leave about 1/2” or so. I’ve run some shorter, without issue, but prefer not to.

  • @Sk8n2Enjoi
    @Sk8n2Enjoi2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Chris, thanks for your great videos. I have some questions for clarification. Does the face of your collet protrude farther down/past the face of your collet nut? It seems if I tried this on my Carbide 3D router setup, the stop collar on the tool would end up hitting the collet nut instead of the collet face which would cause the tool stick-out to have errors depending on how much I loosened the nut before reinstalling the new bit. Thanks in advance for your response!

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Yea it touches the face of the nut.

  • @Sk8n2Enjoi

    @Sk8n2Enjoi

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD Thanks

  • @michaelagostino1321
    @michaelagostino1321 Жыл бұрын

    So this is helpful for when you start a job with a end mill then need to go to a v-bit, then a round over bit then back to the end mill? Do you just need to set your Z on all the bits used for the job?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah I just set z once.

  • @johnross9369
    @johnross93693 жыл бұрын

    This is cool, gonna have to order some. Any kickback for you through the link to help you out?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    No, just helps them to keep making cool new products.

  • @ericanderson7570
    @ericanderson75703 жыл бұрын

    Sweet! That looks like a dewalt trim router that's been undressed. But it seems you swapped out the collet. What are you using there?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s from Precise Bits.

  • @danallen698
    @danallen6983 жыл бұрын

    One thing I've run into using the collars is the offset between where I put the bit in and when I tighten it down - there's a gap there that seems to affect the accuracy. Then when I go to remove the bit, the collet pushes the collar down. Am I doing this wrong?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    If they’re slipping, try some loftier or ca glue. The bit should actually be getting pulled up into the collet when tightening.

  • @philrieper9185
    @philrieper91853 жыл бұрын

    Where did you get your precision nut for the Dewalt router I’m having trouble finding them and shipping to Melbourne Australia can you get them in 6mm bit shaft size ?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    I got it from Precise Bits. Not sure if they do metric.

  • @fenders9911
    @fenders99112 жыл бұрын

    THATS PRITTY SLICK IAM GOING TO ORDER ONE

  • @kentam62
    @kentam622 жыл бұрын

    Great video! I have tried it out, but when it comes to the bit change the router stops and wont raise the router high enough to make the bit change. Do I need to change something in carbide create or in carbide motion?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Make sure you have the right post processor selected in carbide create.

  • @kentam62

    @kentam62

    2 жыл бұрын

    I will check it out this weekend. Love watching your videos, keep up the great work! Thanks

  • @JCraftvfx
    @JCraftvfx Жыл бұрын

    so what this does is prevents having to redo the paper methode each time between bits?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    Yea, it lets you do a bit change without resetting your z zero. The only time I ever change it is when I change material thickness.

  • @mccauleysm85
    @mccauleysm852 жыл бұрын

    What purpose does the "top half" serve? Seems like it would work just as well without it.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    The new ones they make don’t have that.

  • @rrr92462
    @rrr92462 Жыл бұрын

    What is the model of that router you're using? I like the method used for removing/inserting bits. That wrench used looks easy.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a Dewalt with a Precise Bits collar

  • @rrr92462

    @rrr92462

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m sorry, I phrased my question badly. I’m referring to the collet nut and collet wrench. Is that an aftermarket nut/wrench? The nut has many slots. It looks like that system is better than the typical wrench.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    @@rrr92462 yes, it’s from precise bits

  • @bradgreen5860
    @bradgreen58602 жыл бұрын

    Hi. I just came across this video looking for something else. But I have to ask. These collars, will they not increase bit run out? I know your method is a bit quicker when doing multiple cutter changes but I'd be concerned with runout.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    It would have no effect on runout.

  • @Tensquaremetreworkshop
    @Tensquaremetreworkshop6 ай бұрын

    I do not understand why you need to fit and remove the cover. Perfectly possible to secure both plate and collar without a cover.

  • @CanadianSmitty
    @CanadianSmitty Жыл бұрын

    Hey what collet are you using in that DeWalt router?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    Жыл бұрын

    Precise Bits

  • @JANDLWOODWORKING
    @JANDLWOODWORKING3 жыл бұрын

    so how do you deal with the transition from a short Vbit to a long reach 1/8th or 1/4 in bit? wont you still have to reset z?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    I try to find a happy medium so I can set all of mine to be the same length. I try to stay away from shorter bits.

  • @AaronTurnwald
    @AaronTurnwald2 жыл бұрын

    Been trying to use this collar setter for a week. Cannot get the 2 bits the same for doing vcarve inlays. There is some slop in the setter. That may be the problem.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have you messaged PwnCNC? You’re using the collars that came with it?

  • @AaronTurnwald

    @AaronTurnwald

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD yes messaged them last night. waiting for reply. Going to try another v bit today.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AaronTurnwald let me know how that turns out.

  • @devinrichter9840
    @devinrichter98403 жыл бұрын

    Can you provide a link to the collet you are using?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    www.precisebits.com/products/equipment/dewalt_611_kits.asp&filter=1?tracking=5f0e2bc27b164

  • @DBrownCo
    @DBrownCo2 жыл бұрын

    I bought a set but I'm finding the collets to be tight even with loosened screw and degreasing. the bit doesn't go on with the ease. I tried Silicone Spray. Any suggestions ?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Maybe stick a screw driver in the gap and twist it a little to slightly open it up.

  • @DBrownCo

    @DBrownCo

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD I tried a another set of bits and they fit freely. I might try a spark plug gap or a fine screw driver. Thanks

  • @chrisvirgin4259
    @chrisvirgin42592 жыл бұрын

    What is that dust boot? Do you have STL's for it?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s a PwnCNC like the set up tool for the collars. You can buy one from them or get the stl on thingiverse.

  • @Golfexpertbelieveme
    @Golfexpertbelieveme2 жыл бұрын

    do these come with the collars?

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes

  • @BaschyGoode
    @BaschyGoode2 жыл бұрын

    How should this give you a repeatable insert depth, if you use a collet with a union nut? The ring is touching the nut, not the collet and both parts are not a reference to your table. Additionally the distance would change when the shaft diameter is a tiny bit off, because then the union nut would end in another height when clamping. This method can lead to an error of more than a millimeter.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    It references the tip of the bit. I’ve been using this setup for years with no accuracy issues.

  • @BaschyGoode

    @BaschyGoode

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD the ring has a fixed distance to the tool‘s tip, but the union nut and collet do not have a repeatable distance to the spindle and therefore not a to the table or worksurface. If you did not notice it, it just means that your works do tolerate changes of up to a millimeter. For other users this could mean severe problems, so it should not be advertised as an exact and reliable method.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@BaschyGoode you should give it a try. I’m only speaking from my experience with actually using this setup. It works great.

  • @BaschyGoode

    @BaschyGoode

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ChrisPowellFSD I have tried and the results were off +/- 0.2mm even with the same bit. And that is way more than I have when using a probe. You really see the problems, when doing precise work on metal or v-carve inlay work.

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@BaschyGoode not sure what’s going on with your setup. They work perfect for me and many others. 🤷‍♂️

  • @davidhall3802
    @davidhall38023 жыл бұрын

    Cigarette papers are very thin, I use them a lot. Try them !!

  • @ChrisPowellFSD

    @ChrisPowellFSD

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’ll have to give them a try.

  • @stevenrichardson7882
    @stevenrichardson78827 ай бұрын

    Not balanced🤷‍♂️

  • @phredka12
    @phredka123 ай бұрын

    🤦I co z tego skoro pojawią się drgania podczas pracy i spadek w dokładności oraz z czasem szybka degeneracja łożysk wrzeciona.......😅 Mądrzejsi od was już to przerabiali dlatego pojawiły się uchwyty np iso20, sk, bt 30 itd...

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