Building a Massive Double-Sided 3D Sign with a CNC Router
Mike Legregni of Veteran Wood Co. takes us behind the scenes of a massive custom double-sided 3D sign, showing how a ShopSabre PRO Series CNC router helps turn a detailed digital design into a large-scale finished piece. Working with 2-inch high-density urethane, Mike walks through the 3D carving, pocketing, inlaid lettering, tooling, registration, and finishing that go into a project like this.
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With a 10-hour 3D carve already completed, Mike shows how registration pins make it possible to remove the sign, return it to the machine, and precisely continue machining in the original location. He also breaks down how he uses Vectric Aspire to create 3D elements from 2D vectors, adjust pocket depths, and prepare separate inlay letters for easier alignment and painting.
From compression bits and round-over tooling to profile cutting and large-scale 3D carving, this project is a great look at the workflow behind professional custom signage—and how the right CNC equipment can grow alongside a fabrication business.
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