What is included with the X-Carve Pro kit?

What is included in the X-Carve Pro kit?

• X-Carve Pro
• 1-Year Limited Warranty
• Controller and Cables
• Separate HMI Controller with Pause, Resume, and Reset button controls, Z-Probe connection point, and E-Stop
• Dust control system - Dust shoe, Hose Arm, Hose and Grounding Kit
• Z-probe
• T-slot wasteboard with threaded inserts - (4x4 model)
• T-Slot Clamps x4 (4x4 only)
• Standard Threaded Insert Wasteboard Kit (4x2 model)
• Carbide Tipped Spoilboard Surfacing Bit
• Assembly tools (8) - 4ft level, Allen key set (1.5mm to 6mm), Torque wrench, Metric hex bit set, Metric socket set, 17mm wrench, Square

What else do I need to use the machine?

General:

• A Computer to Run Easel. Check the system requirements.
  • X-Carve Pro is compatible with other CAD/CAM software and GRBL gcode senders. 
  • Easel is a web-based application that runs off your internet browser. Internet access is required to complete the X-Carve Pro assembly and setup using Easel.
• Table/Workbench: What size workbench or table do you recommend for the X-Carve Pro machines?
• Dedicated non-GFCI/GFI 120v outlet and/or breaker
• Bits - for carving.

Recommended:

• Easel Pro Subscription 
• Dust Control:
  • Fein Turbo I Wet/Dry Vacuum
  • Dust Deputy 2.5 Deluxe Cyclone Separator Kit

For the 4x2:

• Threaded Clamps - for holding down materials.
  • Recommended: 
    • Wood Clamp Set (red oak 8 pack)
    • Clamp Set for 3D Carving
  • Upgrades (4x2 only):
    • X-Carve Pro 4x2 T-Slot Waste Board Kit Upgrade
      • X-Carve Pro Hold Down Clamps (for T-Tracks)

The X-Carve Pro was designed to be used with Easel software, so your computer should be able to run the Easel driver as well as maintain a stable internet connection. A more detailed list of system requirements can be found in the System Requirements article.

X-Carve Pro uses a GRBL-based controller and will work with other software. If you would like to use your software, follow the guides here: File Import Guide

You will also need a table or workbench to support the machine. We recommend a 6’x6’ table or bench for the 4x4 machine and a 6'x3' for the 4x2 machine that should be rated to support 350+ pounds of weight. It is also helpful to keep in mind extra space on the table for material feedthrough with larger materials and/or a place for your computer if you do not have a separate place.

The X-Carve Pro plugs into a standard non-GFCI/GFI 120v outlet/breaker. Industrial-grade CNC machines that allow for the spindle speed to be controlled by the operator are powered by Variable Frequency Drives that are not compatible with GFCI outlets/breakers. (We do recommend the X-Carve Pro is on its own circuit, but the VFD for the spindle is integrated into the controller, so you'll only have one plug to put in your outlet.)

Carving bits are recommended. The bits you use are specific to the material and project. For more information, you can reference these support articles:

• Carving Bits 101 - Bit Basics
• Bit and Material Pairings - Photos
• What is V-Carving?

You can browse our bit selection and use the filter on the website to find various bits here: https://www.inventables.com/categories/carving-bits.

Utilizing the filter, you can choose bits based on the use, type, cutting material, size, and more.