# Event Details - **Event Name**: Intro to CNC Routers - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Take your 2D and 3D designs and turn it into an engraved piece of wood or plastic, and soft metals like brass and aluminum!About this EventIn this class, attendees will learn how to set up and operate the Shapeoko CNC Router available at Port City Makerspace!In this class, attendees will learn how to set up and operate the Shapeoko CNC Router available at Port City Makerspace! We will touch briefly on 2 programs you can use to create your own designs.Every participant will have the opportunity to carve an item from a list of prepared designs. If you would like to carve your own design, please reach out to the instructor to ensure there will be sufficient time during class. Total cut time will need to be under 10 minutes per attendee.What is a CNC Router?CNC (Computer Numerical Control) is the process by which one can take a computer design and convert it to instructions to drive a machine, which then can replicate the design on a piece of material.The CNC Router specifically is a machine that can carve into a variety of materials, including woods, plastics, and even soft metals!What programs do you use for the CNC Router?VCarve Pro is a great program for beginners. This can take a variety of formats from DXF to BMP and convert it into GCode to run the machine.You can find tutorials online here: https://www.vectric.com/support/tutorials/vcarve-pro/?Fusion by Autodesk is a very comprehensive 3D design program with the ability to make GCode for the CNC Router. This is much more advanced, but can do more complex designs.There is a helpful video tutorial for Fusion here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3h4Oe2i3XoInstructor: Alex NunnClass for 18+ only.Class needs a minimum of 2 attendees to run.Registration closes three (2) days before the event.Active members receive 25% off class list price with code: MEMBER - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/intro-to-cnc-routers/100001987712495582 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 87.21, max: 87.21, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Portsmouth - **state**: NH - **country**: United States - **location**: Port City Makerspace - **lat**: 43.0712899 - **long**: -70.7736998 - **full address**: Port City Makerspace, 68 Morning Street, Portsmouth, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Intro to CNC Routers - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7f20cb85f783133a3cfe442ddd2d65a3de65c3e6a99611803c404a5ff1e16eb9-rimg-w1200-h900-dc191614-gmir.jpg?v=1777382256 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Intro to CNC Routers being held? - **A:** Intro to CNC Routers takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Port City Makerspace, 68 Morning Street, Portsmouth, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Intro to CNC Routers? - **A:** Intro to CNC Routers is organized by Events at Port City Makerspace. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Intro to CNC Routers is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portsmouth, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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