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Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About 🚀 The Best Way To Finish CNC Parts In this video video, The Best Way To Finish CNC Parts, we walk you through the process of wiring up 3-phase power for this beast. This machine is a huge milestone for us, it’s going to make finishing parts smoother, faster, and more consistent than ever before. Even better, it’s the perfect setup to get us dialed in for anodizing.This has been a long time coming, and we couldn’t be more stoked to share it with...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About Today, we want to take you back to a familiar favorite — our video on finishing parts using soft jaws on the Tormach 440. But this isn't just a rerun. We’ve got something new to share: Today, we revisit our soft jaws video. Today, we show you a quicker way to do it. Also, we'll be throwing some toolpaths on these soft jaws. In this update, we’ll walk you through a streamlined method that saves you time and delivers great results. Plus, you’ll...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About Anodizing Titanium – Our Complete Tutorial Whether you’re new to anodizing or you’ve already tried it at home, this tutorial walks you through everything we know about the process—straight from our shop floor to your screen. Here’s what we cover: Acid selection – which type you’ll need and the best places to source it. Safe containers – the exact ones we use in our shop to keep the process controlled and reliable. Niobium sheets – why we use...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About At CadLab CNC, we live inside Autodesk Fusion 360, and we want to pull back the curtain on how we actually use it day to day. This week, we’re walking through our workflow and strategies for:✅ Sketching smart – laying the right foundation for any part✅ Extruding cleanly – turning 2D lines into machinable parts✅ Scaling with precision – adjusting designs without breaking geometry✅ Engraving details – making your parts pop with text and logos...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About If you’ve ever battled with keeping a part secure on the machine, you already know: workholding is half the job. Even the sharpest toolpaths won’t save you if your part shifts mid-cut. That’s where soft jaws come in.Custom-machined from aluminum or mild steel, soft jaws are designed to perfectly match the geometry of your part. They provide: ✅ Precision fit – holding irregular shapes that standard jaws can’t handle.✅ Consistency – repeatable...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About At CadLab CNC, we love pushing design and craftsmanship into uncharted territory. Every so often, a project takes shape that’s truly impossible to repeat, the kind of piece where material, finish, and inspiration align only once. That’s what our 1 of 1 Collection is all about: unique designs that exist in a single edition. When it’s gone, it’s gone. Right now, the collection includes: 🔑 Key Crypt – Paul Walker EditionA tribute piece that blends...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About See How Custom Metal Artisan Keycaps Go from 3D Design to CNC Production! What’s in the Video? Design FirstThe journey begins in the CAD workspace, where imagination translates into precise, manageable 3D files. Translating Vision into RealitySee how those designs are meticulously set up for CNC machining—detailing toolpaths, setups, and strategies to get the perfect cut. CNC in ActionWatch the CNC machine at work—shaping raw metal into finely...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About Fresh off the CNC mill: The Atlas65 I just pulled an Atlas65 straight off the mill, and wow. The anodized aluminum finish surprised even me. The chromatic effect, paired with a light acid wash, gives this board a look that’s both unique and premium. It’s the kind of aesthetic that makes you stop and stare. And then there’s the weight. We’re talking solid stainless steel, precision-machined from a billet. Add in a mid piece with a polished...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About At CadLab CNC, we believe every keyboard should be as unique as the person behind it.That’s why we’ve been busy in the shop creating some stunning custom finishes on the Atlas keyboard. Whether you have a clear vision or just a spark of inspiration, our team can bring your idea to life with precision machining, premium finishing techniques, and a keen eye for detail. If you’ve been dreaming about turning your keyboard into a true one-of-a-kind...

Products | Etsy | Commissions | Contact | About Get the perfect anodized finish. Start with a clean slate. If you’ve ever wondered why some anodized aluminum parts have that flawless, uniform finish while others just… fall flat, here’s the secret: surface prep is everything. Our CadLab CNC Aluminum Degreaser is your first step toward perfection.Say goodbye to grease, contaminants, and dull finishes. This advanced formula was engineered to meet the highest demands of any aluminum anodizing...