In this video, Morgan shows new users step-by-step how to get their new CNC up and running on his Gen 2 Elite Foreman. If you have your machine put together and aren’t sure what’s next, you’ve come to the right place. From first powering on the machine to flattening the wasteboard, this walkthrough will get you set up to start cutting your first projects.
Today I’ll cover:
• Creating a flattening toolpath in Carveco
• Importing tool libraries
• Loading toolpath files to controller
• Connecting the controller to wifi
• Updating firmware
• Homing the machine
• Setting work origin
• Flattening wasteboard
• Design tools and resources for beginners
Download the FREE Flattening cut file below 
PRODUCTS & TOOLS USED IN THIS VIDEO
Machine:
Onefinity CNC Gen 2 Elite Foreman – https://www.onefinitycnc.com/product-page/gen2eliteseries
Bits & Tooling:
Whiteside 6220 2" Surfacing Bit – *AstraHP Coated* Whiteside Flattening Router Bit 1/2" Shank
- 1/2" shank on Redline spindle - https://www.onefinitycnc.com/product-page/onefinity-spindle-by-redline-cnc-80mm-1-5kw-air-cooled
Design Software:
CarveCo – https://carveco.com
Materials:
- 3/4" MDF
Instructional CNC Resources
• Onefinity YouTube channel - @OnefinityCNC
• CarveCo YouTube channel - @Carveco
• Kyle at @LearnYourCNC
Design Tools
• Free, easy image to vector converter, browser-based: https://imagetosvg.org/
• Inkscape: https://inkscape.org - 2D vector design, free software
• Vectr: https://vectr.com - 2D vector design, browser-based
• Shapr3D: https://www.shapr3d.com - powerful 2D and 3D design
• TinkerCAD: https://www.tinkercad.com - beginner friendly 3D design, browser-based
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49x49 Wasteboard Flatten v2.art (676 KB)