Drop Tray Project
The Drop Tray is an ideal first project. They're based on simple shapes, so they're easy to design. They can be cut with a single cutter, so the machining process is relatively easy.
What You'll Learn
- Basic design in Carbide Create.
- What a "pocket toolpath" is.
- What a "contour toolpath" is.
- How to add tabs to hold your part in place.
- How to load a file in Carbide Motion.
- How to run your first job.
What You'll Need
- Shapeoko CNC Router
- 3/4" Material (any wood is appropriate, from MDF to Walnut)
- #201 1/4" carbide cutter (Included with Shapeoko)
- Carbide Motion V6 or later
- Carbide Create V7 or later