X-Carve

About

The X-Carve is a CNC router by Inventables that is beginner friendly and very easy to use. It is run by the cloud based software Easel, also from Inventables, which requires a free account to use. HackRVA has a pro account available to use while at the space that allows access to all premium features in the software. The router is a standard Dewalt 611 router that takes 1/8" and 1/4" bits. No metal cutting.

Current Specs:
Pre 2021 model w/ 2021 Upgrade Kit
Bed Size: 1000mm²
Cuttable area: 27"
Wide makerslide
Direct Z drive
9mm 3GT belts
212oz NEMA 23 stepper motors

General Use

A vacuum is wired into the switch that controls the router. Vacuum use is required but the attachment is optional. The bed is a board with a grid of threaded holes. Hold down devices are attached to the bed with thumb screws. All of thes are in small bins along the front of the bed. A waste board must always be used with through cutting to prevent damage to the bed.

More Info

HackRVA Quick Start Guide
User manual
Easel (application that runs the Xcarve)
Easel Learning Resources for Beginners