Clough42 Courses

Making a Safer M12 Breakout Board

Designing and troubleshooting an improved M12 breakout board for CNC routers, featuring combining logic for normally-closed sensors and auto-squaring compatibility with Acorn systems.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Machine a Cast Iron Backing Plate for a New 6-Jaw Chuck

Step-by-step guide to installing and adjusting a 6-jaw chuck on a lathe, including re-machining the backing plate for precise fit and demonstrating concentricity adjustment techniques.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

3D Printing with Fire and Iron - Making a Solid Multifix Toolpost Riser

Design and 3D print a casting pattern for a solid toolpost riser, enhancing lathe rigidity. Learn CAD, 3D printing, and foundry techniques to create a custom cast iron component for improved machining performance.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Designing a 3D Printed Pantograph Font - Fusion 360 Tutorial

Learn to design a 3D printable pantograph font in Fusion 360, covering parameters, single-stroke fonts, kerning, extrusion techniques, line end compensation, fillets, and exporting STL files for printing.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Making a Replacement Glass Chart for an Optical Comparator - Lufkin Ultrascope 1200A - MicroVu 400

Learn to create a replacement glass chart for an optical comparator using Fusion 360 design, LightBurn software, and laser etching techniques with CerMark and xTool D1.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

QIDI Technology I-Fast 3D Printer - An In-Depth Review

Comprehensive review of QIDI i-Fast 3D printer, covering features, technology, software, and print results after six weeks of testing. Includes detailed analysis and practical insights for potential users.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Will a Diode Laser Engrave Steel - xTool D1 Testing

Explore diode laser engraving on stainless steel using xTool D1, testing direct marking and CerMark spray. Learn setup, artwork creation, and Lightburn software for impressive metal engraving results.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Espresso for Beginners - Tools and Processes

Learn to make quality espresso at home with essential tools, techniques, and tips. Covers machines, grinders, beans, water, ratios, and shot-pulling for beginners seeking professional-level results.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Avid Benchtop Pro CNC with ClearPath and Centroid Acorn

Step-by-step assembly and setup of an Avid Benchtop Pro 24 CNC machine, including mechanical build, electronics wiring, software configuration, and initial testing.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Acorn and Clearpath CNC Control Box Bench Test and Overview

Detailed overview and bench test of Acorn and Clearpath CNC control box, covering design, components, power systems, and functionality. Includes step-by-step testing of motors, I/O, pneumatics, and fault handling.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Troubleshooting the Centroid Acorn and Ether1616 Network - Why Won't It Connect? - Beelink + Realtek

Troubleshooting guide for Centroid Acorn and Ether1616 network connectivity issues. Explores hardware, software, and network aspects to resolve a subtle bug in Realtek GbE hardware on Beelink computers.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

3D Printing with CarbonX Carbon-Fiber PETG - Making a Monitor Mount for the CNC Plasma Table

Explore 3D printing with carbon-fiber PETG to create a durable monitor mount for a CNC plasma table, from design in Fusion 360 to final installation and testing.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wiring a Buck Transformer for a Magnetic Sheet Metal Brake

Learn to wire and install a buck transformer for a magnetic sheet metal brake, covering transformer theory, selection, wiring techniques, and practical testing for optimal voltage adjustment.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creating Shop Drawings in Fusion 360 - Tutorial

Learn to create professional 2D shop drawings in Fusion 360, from basic setup to advanced features like dimensions, views, and PDF output. Perfect for engineers and designers seeking to enhance their CAD skills.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Installing a Custom Racing Wheel on My Milling Machine

Step-by-step guide to replacing a milling machine's speed handle with a steering wheel, including 3D printing, lathe work, and keyway slotting. Improves quill feed usability and positioning.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video