I build a version of the Ox and love it. However, I get confused when I get asked, “Is your machine a Vcarve or Shapeoko.” I’ve run into this a couple of times. When looking to order a suckit dust shoe, it asks if your machine is a Vcarve or a shapeoko. I found some plans online that I want to try but I have to cut using Easel. In the machine setup section, it’s asking the question. Any ideas on what I’m suppose to choose? Thanks!!
The Ox is similar but waaaayyy better. Actually you are asking a fairly undefined question. Similar in what aspect? The Ox framework is far more rigid than the X-Carve but probably not quite as stiff as the Shapeoko. (The C-Beam versions come a lot closer in matching the stiffness.) The main issue you'll probably find in Easel setup is the Ox uses a 3mm tooth interval on the belts and both of the others use a 2mm tooth interval so you'll need to adjust your step length accordingly. Z-axis interval will also be different.
Haha Rick. I totally agree with you in that the Ox is better. Your explaination for easel makes sense. I would have never thought about the teeth count. How about regarding the suckit dust boot? It askes the same question on their site but I don’t understand how it applies as to what will work on my machine. The other odd ball is that my z gantry is different than what the Ox directions called for. I’ll attach a pic. I appreciate your help!
Realistically that's a question best asked to the folks at Suckit. They've probably done plenty of adapatations and they will know far more about what's workable with their system than anyone here.
