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THIS IS A TEASER PAGE.
I figure if you have any interest in EnRoute Software
or basic instructions for CNC machines, you will take the time to enter your E-Mail address so that you can get free access to the sample instructional pages, and I can update you when I make additions to the site. Hopefully you will see the value in becoming a  $15 member and have full access to ALL of the step-by-step instructions.  The page below describes some of the stuff available for free and also that which is for subscribers only.

About the EnRoute User's Manual   (printed version)
Alternate join-up site

EnRoute for WOODWORKERShtml 
A Step-by-Step supplement
to the EnRoute CNC User's Manual.
If you are new to the wonderful world of CNC and CAD
as I was when I got EnRoute and are thinking you made a mistake,
then like most engineers and macho men my solution was:

 


 

New! A DETAILED listing of the topics covered on the EnRoute Training DVD by Tom Penner. Includes the missing 40 minute sign video. (Members only)
     Where to get the DVD          

Chapter 1: EnRoute Installation.  

View this manual and EnRoute at the same time.

Chapter 2:  Mechanical drawing using EnRoute.

Chapter 3: Working with  Folders and Files.  

Chapter 4:  Drawing Lines and Shapes: Comments, Why won't the example work?.

Chapter 5:  Arranging Contours. Basics 

  Ok, how do I make this sign? (pick the free supporting membership to see it)
                                                                                                                                                                 
How to use EnRoute's Drawing Tools to design a CUSTOM SHAPED BANISTER (new)

How to apply the contours you made above, using "Sweep Two Rails",  to your work .

New!  How to Toolpath the Resulting Shapes .

Bitmaps and Vectors  What the heck is a Bitmap? Do I care what a Vector is?
                                        What's a Raster. It really helps to know the buzzwords.

Tips and procedures on operating a CNC machine so you don't make all the mistakes I did.

Air Filter / Dust collection.

Chapter 6: Toolpaths are the programs that tell where to cut, how fast and how deep.
                 A. Understanding 3D toolpaths, use them to get the results you desire.

Custom Artwork: Got a picture or idea you would like in a format your CNC can cut? I have the artist for you!  Check her out for free.

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                                                                  Make this on your new CNC!.
I include a copy of my .rou file for the dog (above) so you can convert it to your CNC and cut it now (after becoming a member).

Misc: Constructing and turning an 8' column 7.5" in diameter, then applying a Runic carving to it. Member perk

     

Latest project: Display Teardrop Helix (picture only)

 

This is a display item, It has 7 lines of characters on the internal rotating cylinder, and no I haven't worked up a step-by-step instruction set for it.

Useful CNC Links:

   Needless to say this site is under continual major revision.
If you have any suggestions please E-Mail me: juiceguy@juiceguy.com
or call 715-226-1131