First-timer questions about Shapeoko 4

There is a trade-off between machine rigidity and toolpath time — for an example of what can be achieved w/ a belt-drive machine see:

For a discussion of the merits of spindle vs. router see:

Single flute coated tooling works best, and we sell a number of such tools — there is a series of videos at:

The accuracy of a cut will depend on setup, toolpaths, tooling, feeds and speeds and so forth.

You will be far more comfortable using the machine on a table. Putting foam underneath it will help dampen noise and resonance vibrations.

A HEPA shop vac will be better for dust collection.

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