I have had my 2x4 5Pro for about a month. Having never done any CNC before, at 71 I have learned a lot in the last few weeks. Below is progression in pictures from the obligatory bit and collet holder in MDF to a lotus flower inlay (wife’s request) with maple and purple heart completed today. This has been a fun journey to build on each new learning experience to produce something new and interesting.
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Your well on your way, fantastic work!
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Very nice work. What do you use for finish?
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As a CNCer I know how much work went in to your projects. They are quite nice. So I dont want to discourage you and this is early days but as a woodworker for 50+ years I have a small criticism. On your lotus tray you can see the tracks of your tool when machining the piece. So make sure you do a thorough sanding before moving on to avoid that kind of mistake. So very good effort but just a little bit more needed. Often applying mineral spirits to the sanded surface helps highlight rough spots. The mineral spirits dry fast and wont really slow you down.
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@Logan01 usually tung oil or polyurethane.
@gdon_2003 thanks, I did see them also, I just didn’t take the time this time to sand, but I appreciate the recommendations. Wife was happy with it…LOL.
I have one of these guys for sanding in smaller spaces and pockets.
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I have a similar corded version but have not used it in several years. I will need to break it out and get some new sandpaper for it.