CNC Router Tips Podcast

CNCRT62: 30 Days Could Change Your Life
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 62


Change doesn't have to take a long time. Bold action can be a shortcut to success. In this episode Bill Griggs explains how 30 Days Could Change Your Life. Bill just recently completed the ClickFunnels One Funnel Away Challenge. The OFA Challenge is a 30 day intensive training program that teaches you how to set up a Sales Funnel for your business.

The One Funnel Away Challenge course teaches you the belief system you need to be successful at starting an online business. It also teaches the systems, format and copy needed to tell your story in a way your customers will understand.

BIll Griggs and Kingsley Grant will be taking the challenge together with members of the audience who want to take their business to the next level with sales funnels. Why not take the Challenge with us?

If you would like to train with us and take the One Funnel Away Challenge you can join us at http://www.cncroutertips.com/ofachallenge.


Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://www.cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/62
Facebook LIve https://www.facebook.com/cncroutertips/videos/263559501017533/

WEBSITES MENTIONED

Disclosure: Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase. Please understand that I have experience with all of these companies, books, tools and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals.

One Funnel Away Challenge http://www.cncroutertips.com/ofachallenge
Podcast By Friday http://www.podcastbyfriday.com
The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
CNC Zone http://www.cnczone.com
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny
Microphones http://podcastbyfriday.com/mics

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CNCRT61: CNC Automation with Mike Gencarelli
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 61


IN this episode we talk with my friend Mike Gencarelli about CNC automation. Mike Gencarelli is an experienced tool maker, automation expert, software developer and has probably one of the most interesting garage workshops.

Gencarelli writes about his adventures on his website https://mygarageshop.com/ where he displays his projects and talks about his machine shop which includes everything from CNC Router Table, Plasma cutter to milling machine.

Mike has built quite a wide variety of automated machines in his past. His work on an automated parachute harness sewing machine got him noticed Later he began work on a plasma table with a dual chamber water table and a removable 4th axis.

Mike Gencarelli decided that he wanted to automate some common CNC options to make them work better with Mach3. He developed software which allowed him to use multiple wifi relays to turn his equipment off and on. He hooked up his duct collection system, lights and water pumps to his SmartScreens Interface for Mach3 . SmartSreens for Mach3 integrates the control of simple to add Expansion Relays and Smart Wi-Fi Devices which can be controlled by SmartScreens through Mach3 via buttons on the screen, and MCodes in the GCode.


Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://www.cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/60
Facebook LIve https://www.facebook.com/cncroutertips/videos/263559501017533/

WEBSITES MENTIONED

Disclosure: Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase. Please understand that I have experience with all of these companies, books, tools and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals.

SmartScreens https://ngeneyes.com/smartscreen/licensing/
My Garage Shop https://mygarageshop.com/
SmartScreens For Mach3 Triple Edge Finder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUlXikOPHbw
Towbot http://towbot.com
Velox http://velox.com
Video tour of My Garage Shop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSltNI0Gi7o
Students Make a CNC Router Table https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_SFnWiSWiw
The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
CNC Zone http://www.cnczone.com
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny
OBS Studio https://obsproject.com/
Smove Mobile http://smove.com
Mastercam https://www.mastercam.com/en-us/
Stepcraft https://www.stepcraft.us/q
Microphones http://podcastbyfriday.com/mics

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CNCRT60: CNC Router Tips Podcast On Face Book Live
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 60


For the 60th episode of the CNC RouterTips Podcast we broadcast on Facebook Live. This is the first video episode of the podcast and we hope to add more video episodes in the future.

Broadcasting the CNC Router Tips Podcast on Facebook Live should reach a broader audience of CNC enthusiast who might not already be podcast listeners.

Bill Griggs discusses what he has been up to in CNC over the summer and what he has planned for the winter. Bill talked about his trips to the Podcast Movement Conference, MasterCam Education Summit and a field trip to Stepcraft US.

Then BIll discussed a bit of new equipment he got for creating podcast and video content. For video we look at the new SMOVE Mobile extendable smartphone stabilizer. This camera gimbal shoul make better quality shop videos without jitters.

Bill also discusses how he used OBS studio to create his Facebook Live Video. OBS Studio is an open Source broadcasting platform that is rapidly gaining popularity.

On the audio side of things, Bill Griggs talked about 3 amazing microphone you can use for all your podcasting and video recording without breaking the back. In fact all 3 of the mics discussed can be bought for around $110 total. For more information and an in depth examination of these mic check out Podcast By Friday Episode 39 with Bill Griggs and Kingsley Grant. http://www.podcastbyfriday.com/39.

Lastly in this episode we talk about BIll's new products and his soon to be released ebook.

Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://www.cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/60
Facebook LIve https://www.facebook.com/cncroutertips/videos/263559501017533/

WEBSITES MENTIONED

Disclosure: Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase. Please understand that I have experience with all of these companies, books, tools and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals.

The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
CNC Zone http://www.cnczone.com
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny
OBS Studio https://obsproject.com/
Smove Mobile http://smove.com
Mastercam https://www.mastercam.com/en-us/
Stepcraft https://www.stepcraft.us/q
Microphones http://podcastbyfriday.com/mics

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CNCRT59: What Is The Best Way To Learn CNC
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 59


In this episode of the CNC Router Tops Podcast, Bill Griggs answers a listener's question, "What is the best way to learn CNC? This is a very smart question although it may seem simple at first glance. The best way to learn CNC will be the most efficient, quickest and most thorough method. Learning CNC quickly while still getting all the bases covered is a real chore on your own.

When you decide to learn CNC you have to have your end goal in mind. A person wishing to learn CNC for a hobby will have different goals and time lines than a person who plans to use CNC to create a business. Focused precise topic are the best way to guarantee your success.

Learn what we recommend as the best way to learn CNC for your CNC Router Table and why.



Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://www.cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/59

WEBSITES MENTIONED

Disclosure: Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase. Please understand that I have experience with all of these companies, books, tools and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals.

The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
CNC Zone http://www.cnczone.com
Titans Of CNC Academy http://academy.titansofcnc.com
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny
NYCCNC https://www.nyccnc.com/


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CNCRT 58: Adventures In Work Holding
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 58

Work holding is always an adventure for CNC Router Tables. In this episode of CNC Router Tips Bill Griggs tells you about his adventures in work holding.

We discuss the many types of work holding solutions from T-Track extrusion and clamps, double sided tape, modular plates, pallets systems, vacuum tables, Painters tape and instant glue, toggle clamps, eccentric clamps, vise, soft jaws and more.

If you can't hold your work piece securely you can not make a good finished part. We often spend more time figuring out how to hold the work piece than we do actually machining the piece.

In this episode we talk about many of the most popular CNC work holding strategies to help you conquer your adventures in work holding.



Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/58
Adventures In Work Holding


WEBSITES MENTIONED

The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips/

CNC Zone http://www.cnczone.com
Youtube http://youtube.com
Shars Tool Company http://www.shars.com
Saundersmachineworks http://saundersmachineworks.com/
Pierson Workholding http://www.piersonworkholding.com/
Mitee Bite https://www.miteebite.com/
8020 Garage Sale http://stores.ebay.com/8020-Inc-Garage-Sale
The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources

CNCRT 57: All About Limits
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 57


It's all about limits. No really limits are what keeps chaos at bay on our CNC Router tables. In this episode of CNC Router Tips Podcast Bill Griggs answers a listener's question about limit switches and Home switches.

Shawn Jones asked, "When building a slaved Y axis machine, what is the convention for using limit/home switches? Are they need on both rails or on a single rail?"

In Episode 57 we explain how to hook up limit switches, homing switches for slaved axis machines and also why you might want a switch on each rail. We also examine reasons why you would not.

We also discuss the types of wire needed, where you can buy limit switches and also how many you would need.

We also discuss some of the upgrades I have planned for my CNC Router Table.


Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://www.cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/56

Websites mentioned:

The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com

#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips

Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3

CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits

VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo

VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8

Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com

Maker Masters http://makermasters.com

Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny

NYCCNC https://www.nyccnc.com/

Amazon http://www.amazon.com

Automation Technologies Inc https://www.automationtechnologiesinc.com

Automation Direct https://www.automationdirect.com

CNC4PC http://www.cnc4pc.com

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CNCRT 56: CNC ANSWERS
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 56

Bill Griggs answers a listener's question, "When Should I Buy A CNC Router Table? Before or after I retire?" Should you Buy a CNC Router table while you are still gainfully employed or should you wait until after you have retired. The answer may surprise you.

New in the shop is the Pierson Workholding Mini Pallet System. Here is the description used on the Pierson Workholding website. "The Mini Pallet System (MPS) is designed for the startup machinist where less aggressive machining and smaller work envelopes are the norm. The system is still built with the same robust components found in our flagship Pro Pallet System but with a lower starting price and simplified design. Choose from two pallet sizes - 6" x 10" or 8" x 14".


Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/56

WEBSITES MENTIONED

The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
Pierson Workholding Tour https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8MQhX3QPEE
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny
NYCCNC https://www.nyccnc.com/


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CNCRT 55: CNC ANSWERS
CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 55

Bill Griggs discusses many of the questions asked by new members of the #CNC Router Tips Group on Facebook. In this episode we discover one of the most frequently asked questions of new CNC Router users.

We explore the growth of the podcast and a plan for future episodes. We also look at the progress I have made with my milling machine and why it is important to keep you up to date.

Lastly, I tell you about one of the most important books I have read, that is helping me to grow my podcast audience. Ryan Levesque is the author of Ask : The counterintuitive online formula to discover exactly what your customers want to buy... create a mass of raving fans... and take any business to the next level. I explain how I am using the information in this book to increase membership in my Facebook group and helps me to answer their questions .

Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/54

ASK http://amzn.to/2E8h2sP
The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
Ryan Levesque http://askmethod.com/blog/
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips
CentroidCNC http://centroidcnc.com
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/bgriggstwcny

Disclosure: Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase. Please understand that I have experience with all of these companies, books, tools and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals.

CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 54

CNCRT 54: CENTROIDCNC ACORN DIY CNC CONTROLLER
with Keith McCulloch

Bill Griggs discusses the CentroidCNC new Acorn DIY CNC Controller with Keith McCulloch. Keith McCulloch is known online as CNCKeith for his many Youtube video tutorials about using the Centroid CNC line of products.

The Acorn CNC Controller is a high performance, industrial quality CNC control designed for the DIY market and a low price point. Acorn utilizes an integrated 1Ghz ARM Cortex A8 Motion Control CPU and communicates with a CNC PC via an Ethernet connection. You can control a wide variety of axis motors and drives through step and direction command signal using the Acorn Control board.

Many DIY makers have already used the Acorn for many types of machine tools such as: CNC milling machines, CNC routers, Plasma, Flame, CNC lathes and 3D printers. The Acorn is compatible with both stepper motor drives and Servo Motor drivers. It also works with Hybrid Steppers and servos such as the Clearpath Servo system and can be used with most any AC brushless servo motor drive packages such as: DMM, Delta, Estun, Teco, Teknic, Yaskawa and others. Any drive that accepts step and direction commands.

Most stepper motor drives are compatible with the Acorn board such as Gecko Drive of stepper and servo drives and Leadshine MX4660.

The Acorn also has 8 input pins and 8 opto-isolated outputs (2 relays and 6 pins), Analog 0-10V for Variable Frequency Drive and an encoder port.

Centroid CNC is located in Howard Pennsylvania and has been making CNC related projects since 1979. Centroid makes commercial machines and also provides solutions for thos who desire a DIY process for converting machines to CNC.



Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/54

Websites Mentioned

CentroidCNC http://centroidcnc.com
Grizzly Industrial http://grizzly.com
Gecko Drive Motor Controls http://www.geckodrive.com/
ClearPath Servo Systems https://www.teknic.com/
Bridgeport http://hardingeus.com
LMT Onsrud http://www.onsrud.com/
Tormach http://tormach.com
The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips/
Beagle Bone Green http://amzn.to/2AXVD42
SeeedStudio https://www.seeedstudio.com
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube http://youtube.com

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CAN YOUR REALLY CREATE A CNC SIDE HUSTLE?

Bill Griggs shares what he has been up to lately in the workshop and around town. From High School graduations to two weddings, Bill has been a busy man. But that hasn't stopped him from making some projects in the workshop.

Constructing a special CNC wedding project allowed us to experiment with some advanced Vectric Aspire 3D modeling tricks. We discuss how we used off the shelf clip art to create new, custom 3D objects and how wedding products might be a good basis for a side hustle.

With information from the new book from author Chris Guillebeau called Side Hustle From Idea To Income in 27 Days, Bill demonstrated how to apply the books principals to a CNC project.

For those that missed episode 52, Chris Guillebeau is an expert at starting multiple businesses with very little cash. In his New York Times Best seller " The $100 dollar Startup", Chris Chronicles the businesses of several bootstrap entrepreneurs who started successful businesses with very little capital.

CNC router can and are being used by thousands of people to build a CNC Side Hustle business.

We also celebrate reaching ten thousand members in the #CNC Router Tips Facebook group. With the growth of the group being so rapid we are noticing many frequently asked questions. So as a service to the group we are teaching how to utilize the search feature to find what you are looking for quickly and accurately.

Bill Griggs contact info:
Twitter: @BillGriggs
Website: http://cncroutertips.com
SHOW NOTES: http://www.cncroutertips.com/53

Chris Guillebeau http://chrisguillebeau.com
Side Hustle School http://sidehustleschool.com
Order Side Hustle http://amzn.to/2z86PXr
The $100 Startup http://amzn.to/2zr9A9d
The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com
#CNC Router Tips https://www.facebook.com/groups/cncroutertips/
Mach3 Software http://www.themakersguide.com/home/products/mach3
CNC Starter Bit set http://cncroutertips.com/bits
VCarve Demo Video http://cncroutertips.com/demo
VCarve Software http://themakersguide.com/vcarve8
Triple Edge Finder http://themakersguide.com
Maker Masters http://makermasters.com
Resources http://cncroutertips.com/resources
Youtube http://youtube.com