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about 5 h 55 min (roughing 1 h 20 min, finishing 4 h 35 min)
Carving size
11.4 Γ 12 in (288 Γ 305 mm)
Relief depth
0.95 in (24 mm)
Board thickness
1.25 in or thicker
Rough with
1/4 in end mill, 40% stepover
Finish with
1/8 in ball nose, 10% stepover
Estimated carve time
about 6 h 15 min (roughing 1 h 10 min, finishing 5 h 10 min)
Carving size
17 Γ 18 in (433 Γ 457 mm)
Relief depth
1.4 in (36.1 mm)
Board thickness
1.75 in or thicker
Rough with
1/4 in end mill, 40% stepover
Finish with
1/8 in ball nose, 10% stepover
Estimated carve time
about 15 h 25 min (roughing 3 h 55 min, finishing 11 h 30 min)
Carving size
22.7 Γ 24 in (577 Γ 610 mm)
Relief depth
1.9 in (48.1 mm)
Board thickness
2.5 in or thicker
Rough with
1/4 in end mill, 40% stepover
Finish with
1/4 in ball nose (1/8 in for the finest detail, about twice as long), 10% stepover
Estimated carve time
about 19 h 30 min (roughing 9 h 15 min, finishing 10 h 15 min)
Estimates for a mid-size hobby machine (Shapeoko, X-Carve, Onefinity class). Scaling all three axes together keeps the depth in proportion; for thinner stock scale Z on its own. Hardwoods with fine grain (cherry, hard maple, walnut, basswood) hold this detail best. Check your exact setup in Will it cut, free, nothing uploaded.
How we estimate carve time
Finishing is one raster pass over the whole carving with the ball nose shown, at 10% stepover and half of a 1,800 mm/min (71 in/min) feed. Roughing assumes about 45% of the block above the base is waste, cleared with the end mill shown at 40% stepover and 3 mm per pass (1.5 mm for the 1/8 in end mill) at the full feed. The model leaves out acceleration, tool changes and moves between passes, so a real job usually takes somewhat longer. Times are rounded to 5 minutes.
File format
STL only
decimated high-quality mesh, binary STL
Model size as supplied
598.4 Γ 632.4 Γ 49.88 mm
Shape
portrait, 0.946:1
Carve depth
8.3% of the width
Mesh
2,038,930 triangles Β· 97.2 MB
Base
flat and sitting at zero, ready to machine
Smallest size worth carving
200 mm
Β· keeps 98.6% of the fine detail simulated with a 3 mm ball nose
Opens directly in Aspire, VCarve Pro, Carveco, ArtCAM and Fusion 360, and in any slicer for 3D printing.
For a laser, the relief is first turned into a greyscale depth image, which our
Laser Studio app does from this STL.
STL only, no OBJ or DXF: the DXF files used in CNC work hold 2D outlines, not the 3D relief surface.
Scale it to whatever panel you are cutting. Scaling all three axes together keeps the depth in proportion;
scale Z on its own for a shallower carve.
How to open it in your software.
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About this design
π€ π² Bring The Rugged Spirit Of The Frontier To Your Workbench
Picture the smell of cedar and the sound of your machine as it meticulously carves the bond between man and beast into a piece of wood. This isn't just a digital file; it is a gateway to creating a premium, hand-carved heirloom that captures the quiet strength of the Wild West.
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This composition features a masterful interplay of shadows and depth, from the textured pine needles to the lifelike expression of the horse and the rugged features of the cowboy. The unique divided tray layout provides both functional utility and artistic beauty, making it a standout choice for any CNC woodcarving relief project where you want to show off high-end craftsmanship.
π What You Receive
You will receive a ready-made, high-detail bas relief STL with all artistic sculpting complete so you can skip the modeling work and start carving immediately. Simply open it in Aspire, VCarve Pro, Carveco, ArtCAM, or your preferred CNC software to prepare your professional toolpaths. This is a digital product only and no physical item will be shipped.
π΄ Meaningful Ways To Use It
Transform a block of cherry or walnut into a stunning divided charcuterie board, a valet tray for a rustic office, or a centerpiece for a mountain lodge. This design is the ultimate choice for creating high-end gifts for horse lovers, western enthusiasts, and collectors of fine woodworking looking for that artisan touch.
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β Why this design is different:
βοΈ Sculpted for a natural manual carving look
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βοΈ Machining Guidelines:
Rough Machining: 6mm End Mill, 40% stepover
Finish Machining: 3mm Ball Nose, 10% stepover
Depth of cut: Adjust based on machine rigidity and material
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π DESIGN DETAILS
File format: STL only, a decimated high-quality binary mesh. Opens in Aspire, VCarve Pro, Carveco, ArtCAM and Fusion 360, and on any CNC router, 3D printer or laser that reads STL. No OBJ or DXF: a DXF holds flat 2D outlines and cannot carry a three-dimensional relief.
Model size as supplied: 598 x 632 x 50 mm (23.6 x 24.9 in)
Shape: portrait, 0.95:1
Relief depth: 50 mm, which is 8.3% of the width
Mesh: 2,038,930 triangles, 97.2 MB
Base: flat and at zero, ready to machine
Recommended minimum carve size: 200 mm, where 98.6% of the fine detail survives a 3 mm ball nose. Smaller carves soften the finest details.
Scale it to your own panel. Scaling all three axes together keeps the depth in proportion; scale Z on its own for a shallower carve.
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