Small Business Tax Deductions & Write-Offs (2023) This article is a list if items that several groups of small business mastermind groups came up with from my poll question, what do you deduct or write-off in your woodworking, CNC milling or Laser etching small business? It feels wrong to be writing about taxes, but […]
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What is the difference between a Diode, CO2 & Fiber Optic Laser? In this article we are comparing and contrasting the major differences between hobbyist lasers (Diode, CO2 and Fiber Optic). Ultimately, to answer what is the difference, the answer is, it is in the way that the laser generates the laser beam, via energy
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What is a CO2 Engraving Laser? A CO2 Engraving Laser uses high voltage electricity to excite Carbon Dioxide (and a few other) molecules into emitting a powerful photon light. This beam of photon light is powerful enough to etch or cut several materials such as wood, acrylic, leather and some metals. It is a
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These are the best 3 Surfacing Bits for hobbyist CNC I have used in 2023. After a while in an industry, you start to realize… I know stuff, and other people tend to gravitate to me for knowledge. To me this is one of those areas I can help in the CNC machining world. Our
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My top 7 favorite CNC bits! I recommend specific bits below when talking about my top 7 favorite (and best) CNC bits, but in a broader view they are; 1/4″ Down Cut Bit, 1/8″ Down Cut Bit, Taper Angle Ball Nose Bit, Core Box Bit, Two types of 90 degree V Carve Bits,
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Picture of a Glowforge desktop style CO2 laser. What is the best option for choosing the best desptop CO2 Laser? When I started my journey with “lasers” for cutting and etching things like ornaments, I truly didn’t know a thing. Great marketing led me to the Glowforge CO2 laser, but the reality in my humble
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Picture of an Amana Tool 51454-Z CNC, SC Spiral O Single Flute, ZrN Coated Aluminum Cutting Bit. What is an O flute CNC bit and WHY would I want to use it? An O (not zero) flute CNC router bit is a bit that is specifically designed to enhance certain materials machinability. Ouch, what
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Stoic Strategies for the Woodworker I personally love woodworking, but in the art form I have recognized that it creates strengths in me, and I believe it does this through Stoic principles. As an Army Vet that has been through some really hard times, the growth of good emotions and principles is great for me
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Today I just wanted to discuss, in my opinion, the top 3 CNC softwares on the market in 2023. And just so you know, my opinion will probably shock you on the best overall. So, the credentials first. I am a small business that makes money “mostly” off of designs I create off of CNC
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A list Veteran Organizations I appreciate! Hey everyone, just taking another moment to share with others. This blog is about my experiences with a few Veteran organizations. If you are a Vet and you meet their qualifications, please check them out. These are in no particular order, actually a little randomized as not to
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