Woodcraft and General International introduces the NEW i-Carver, model #40-913 M1 CNC carving machine technology and woodworking into your shop or school with an affordable price tag of $2099.99. Simply combining computer numerical control (CNC) technology with computer design software (I-Picture), using imported images (JPG, GIF, TIF, PNG, BMP) and converting grey scale for the cutting depth, a beginner or advanced woodworker will immediately have the ability to create fine carvings of any type. What takes much time to typically create fixtures and jigs for some projects, can now be easily accomplished with this new tabletop i-Carver machine. This unit cuts various materials using a single high speed cutter size of up to a 1/2″ diameter with a 1/4″ diameter shank.
General International‘s director of marketing, Steve Stevenson recently visited Woodcraft in Parkersburg, West Virginia to demonstrate and teach the i-Carver’s capabilities. Using the converted gray scale graphic files for the best result of depth and detail profiles, the CNC i-Carver uses the included i-Picture software to program and cut details in the materials automatically. Just set your X,Y and Z coordinates and you’re on your way to an expert carving masterpiece.
The i-Carver cuts explicit details perfectly from any image to any wood, acrylic or plastic surface. It’s like a 3D printer on steroids, only better! Take a look at this example
To find out how the i-Carver works, the new program with Woodcraft and all details about the new i-Carver and General International, check out this video,
This i-Carver is not to take anything away from the handcrafted carving woodworkers, but to add to those capabilities. In fact, in this computer generation, the CNC woodworking technology will only enhance and combine both areas with the interest and knowledge in woodworking for new generations of woodworkers to provide additional fine artistry.
The i-Carver features include:
- Easy start-up procedure
- Simple to use operating controller
- Easy to learn programming software
- Low backlash stepper motors for excellent performance and low maintenance
- Smooth and accurate ball screw transmission
- Positional accuracy up to 0.004 inches
- Cutting speeds up to 125 inches per minute
- Rugged high performance spindle included with automatic spindle on/off control
- Extruded aluminum table with hold down clamps
- Tool kit with starter cutting tools included
- Controller included, no external operating PC required
- Table/Cutting dimensions: X Axis Travel is 13 inches by Y Axis Travel of 18 inches by 3 inches deep Z Axis Travel
- Cuts wood, acrylic and plastic materials
- Rack and pinion (Y axis) and ball type lead screws (X and Z axis)
- IGUS Dry-Lin precision guide bearings with replaceable nylon bearing sleeves
- Long lasting aluminum table with secure hold downs
- DC brushless motor provides continuous Hi-torque
- LCD controller is user friendly and tough enough for everyday use
- Tool Shank OD: 1/4″ (6mm)
- Spindle Speed: 15000 rpm
- Spindle Motor: 150w, DC brushless
- Low Backlash Stepper Motors
- Re-position Accuracy: 0.004″
- Controller: LCD Display
- Data Port: USB 2.0
- Software: iPicture
- Overall Dimensions: 28.5″ x 24″ x 29″
- Weight: 80 lb.
- Unrivalled technical support
The i-Carver includes: Cutting Tools, Spindle Motor, iPicture Software, Hold-Down Clamps, Wrenches and Instruction Manual. Everything you need to get started, just add wood!
As a special bonus to a collection of quality 3D images to get you started, General CNC also offers all customers a free one month subscription to rasterclip3D.com. Here you will find hundreds of quality 3D images to choose from, adding even more value to your i-Carver.
Should you have any questions on any products from General International, you may reach them at: www.generalcnc.ca/technical_support or 1-877-340-8989.
As always, Woodcraft’s technical support is ready, willing and able to also answer your questions at 1-800-535-4486.
Happy carving with your new i-Carver from Woodcraft
auf Wiedersehen…Frank
