In The Gameroom - Cutting an Arcade Cabinet Kit

[Rick]

Hey all,

I produced a couple of videos, showcasing our CNC machine cutting one of our Contender arcade cabinet kits. I'd love to make these go viral, to bring more awareness to the arcade builder community, so if you're inclined, I'd really appreciate it if you'd like and share the videos.

The high-speed version, showing at 4X regular speed, can be found here:



The full version, showing in real time, can be found here:



I have a number of other 'show' ideas in the works, a little different than your standard fare. If there's anything you would like to see in a video, I'd love to hear your ideas!

Thanks!

Rick from Gameroom Designs

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Email: mailto://arcadeshop@gameroomdesigns.ca

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[wp34]

That was pretty cool.  I don't think I've seen the dust collection setup on a CNC before.  Thanks for posting that Rick.

[Rick]

That was pretty cool. I don't think I've seen the dust collection setup on a CNC before.

Thanks!

My next update will be to upgrade to a 4" dust collection system, and a fixed height dust collector shoe.  The present one moves up and down as the z-axis moves, and I'm in the middle of updating the design of the dust shoe to be similar to the "Suckit", seen here: http://www.suckitdustboot.com/

It's a fixed depth shoe, where the router will run up and down, however the shoe will remain stationary. It's a smart design, as any of the dust that does escape my present configuration usually occurs when the z-axis is moving up or down.

[menace]

When I think how long it takes me to cut out an entire kit, i'm suitably impressed!  Do you have a link to the CNC build itself?  I started one years ago and abandoned it due to space constraints, I do miss it though...

[pbj]

You Canadians and the youtube.

[Rick]

When I think how long it takes me to cut out an entire kit, i'm suitably impressed! Do you have a link to the CNC build itself? I started one years ago and abandoned it due to space constraints, I do miss it though...

Thanks! I actually didn't document any of my build, although in hindsight, I'm sorry I didn't. It was definitely a great learning experience. I'm most proud at the fact that I have encountered no end of issues that have forced me to figure out and fix each one. I've learned that the machine needs it's regular maintenance, and what to look for if a surprise arise. (Like if a cut suddenly isn't as sharp as it should be - is isn't always a dull bit. Sometimes, it can be a loose connection on one of the axis.)

You Canadians and the youtube.

Thanks! (I think.)

[yotsuya]

You Canadians and the youtube.

I wanna kiss you on your big fat mouf. Please come to ZapCon V!!!

[jan25th]

Don't fall for it.