First cut on my homemade CNC router

The first cut on a homemade CNC router is a significant milestone in the machine's development. It represents the culmination of hours of planning, designing, and building. The first cut is an opportunity to test the machine's capabilities and performance and to see the results of your hard work.

To make the first cut, the machine operator will load a design file into the CNC software, set up the material to be cut, and calibrate the machine's cutting parameters. Once everything is set up, the machine can begin cutting.

The first cut is typically a simple design, such as a basic shape or text. This allows the operator to see how well the machine is cutting and to make any necessary adjustments to the cutting parameters.

The feeling of making the first cut on a homemade CNC router can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. There is a sense of satisfaction in seeing the machine come to life and successfully cut through the material. At the same time, there may be a fear of the unknown, as the operator is not yet fully familiar with the machine's capabilities.

Overall, the first cut on a homemade CNC router is an important moment in the machine's development. It marks the beginning of a new chapter in the operator's journey with the machine and can be a source of pride and excitement.

This is my first test cut on my homemade CNC wood router. The router is a Dave Gatton design. "Shout out to Dave for the plans". The part it cut out was a involute spur gear and the results are far better than I predicted (within 0.001 inches), yahoo...