This Vectric tutorial shows you how to make your CNC router project setups faster and more accurate.
In this step-by-step tutorial, I show you how to design and carve a spoilboard grid for your CNC router. Whether you're using an Altmill, LongMill, or any CNC router, you’ll learn how to accurately set up a reference grid based on your machine's home position or a known reference point. This ensures every project is square, aligned, and perfectly placed every time.
Garrett demonstrates using Vectric software, shows you how to surface your spoilboard, design your grid lines and numbers, and optimize tool paths for smooth, accurate cuts. Plus, get pro tips on using IDC Woodcraft’s Ultra Clean Cutting 60° V-bit for crisp, pencil-thin lines that keep your projects sharp and professional. The grid in this video will work for the Altmill CNC router.
60° Ultra-smooth cutting v-bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SV-60
IDC Woodcraft CNC bits → https://idcwoodcraft.com/
SUGGESTED VIDEOS
How to surface your spoilboard → https://youtu.be/IbcxqGAfU3s
Array copy tutorial with American flag CNC project → https://youtu.be/7069FGnt7WQ
Altmill CNC router review video → https://youtu.be/CoU-08aTNgs
Learn about layers in Vectric → https://youtu.be/ujA7Uug9ph8
VECTRIC DESIGN SOFTWARE
- Vcarve Pro (RECOMMENDED) → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/c19df4
- Vcarve Desktop → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/63mso5
- Vectric Aspire → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/7zfwyp
COMPLETE VECTRIC SOFTWARE TRAINING →
- https://academy.learnyourcnc.com/a/2147507626/CqkFCPi3
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ROUTER BITS FOR CNC ROUTERS
- 12pc Complete CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/11P-SET-W
- 6pc Essentials CNC Router Bit Starter Set → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/6P-SET
- 1” Ultra-Smooth Cutting Surfacing Bit → https://www.idcwoodcraft.com/SU-10
- Other bits: IDC Woodcraft Website → www.idcwoodcraft.com
TIME STAMPS
Why You Need a Grid on Your CNC Spoilboard: 00:00
What Is a CNC Grid? Explained: 00:16
How CNC Grids Improve Accuracy & Setup: 00:54
Setting CNC Job Size for Grid Layout: 03:40
Create Manual Machine Home Without Homing: 06:50
Designing Grids in Vectric: 08:00
Array Copy tool in Vectric: 09:50
Add Text to Your CNC Grid: 16:00
Prepare CNC Toolpaths for Grid Cutting: 23:20
Best Router Bit for Grid Cutting: 26:10
Save G-Code for CNC Router Projects: 30:00
Setup to Cut Grids: 31:20
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GSENDER CNC CONTROL → https://sienci.com/gsender/?ref=IDCWOODCRAFT
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CNC RESOURCES
- CNC Set Up Checklist → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xi8r0n
- Ultimate CNC Router Buyer’s Guide → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/xxakuh
- Machine Setup Checklist → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/yz5k2m
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RECOMMENDED CNC ROUTERS
- Altmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/k0ecg7
- Longmill CNC Router → https://link.idcwoodcraft.com/a0x8z9
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CNC Insiders (free files and more) → https://idcwoodcraft.com/cnc-lp2-free-files/
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