Intro to CNC Milling - Custom Metal Dog Tags

Sat Aug 23 2025 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm UTC-06:00

Makerspace YK | Yellowknife

Makerspace YK
Publisher/HostMakerspace YK
Intro to CNC Milling - Custom Metal Dog Tags
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No previous experience is necessary and all equipment and materials will be provided. The workshop fee is $40. Registration is required! Please register on our website or by following the link above.
In this 3 hour workshop, participants will be guided through the CNC milling process using our Nomad 3 desktop CNC mill to create a personalized aluminum dog tag(no dog required).
We will cover the basics of CNC milling, designing with Carbide Create, and controlling the movement of the machine with Carbide Motion.
Completion of this workshop grants access to the Hackspace Nomad 3 during member and drop-in times.
For anyone interested in checking things out before hand, here are a few useful links:
https://carbide3d.com/nomad/ -- Manufacturer website with machine details and educational resources
https://carbide3d.com/carbidecreate/ -- Free CAD/CAM software capable of simulation(a great visual aid before attempting a real milling job.
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