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⛵️ Shop lights, tool holders, and the CNC does weird stuff. Ep 676
April 26, 2026 · 24 min · 67K views
What this video covers
Mads upgrades the lighting in his workshop to eliminate flickering and banding during time-lapse photography by installing new LED tube fixtures.1:13 He mounts the lights to provide even coverage and plans to add diffusion filters to further soften the output.3:51 To improve workspace efficiency, he uses 3D scanning and CAD software to design and print custom, flush-mount tool holders for his drill and oscillating multi-tool.8:03 While processing sheet goods for a CNC project, he experiences a recurring technical failure where the machine deviates from its programmed path, plunging into the MDF workpiece in straight lines despite correct G-code simulation.17:15 He suspects electrical interference despite using shielded cables and plans to consult the manufacturer, Chipoco, for troubleshooting.20:28 Additionally, he installs a security camera system from Anona to monitor the boat and workshop remotely.5:52 He intends to address a recurring VFD-related GFCI trip on the CNC and apply laminate to the raw fiberglass fridge lid on the catamaran Spiffy in future work.23:46
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