Pre-fabrication

Once an accurate mesh has been established, import the .stl file into Partworks 3D for preparation for routing.

Materials

Formaldehyde-free MDF

CNC Routing

Tools

1/4” straight wood bit Wood glue Sand paper

Software

Partworks 3D ShopBot

Tools and Materials

We chose to use a 1/4” straight bit set to the specifications noted in the wiki. The molds themselves were cut on two laminates 1/2” thick formaldehyde-free MDF to achieve an overall thickness of 1” per cut. 11

Laminate Glue (2) pieces of 1/2” thick, formaldehyde free MDF together.

Using the 1/4” straight bit and appropriate Shopbot settings, CNC object layers accordingly.

Route

Cut After the route has finished, cut around the perimeter of the object, freeing the layers.

Glue & Sand Once individual layers have been freed, glue and sand layers accordingly.