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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 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 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
599.6 Γ 633.6 Γ 49.92 mm
Shape
portrait, 0.946:1
Carve depth
8.3% of the width
Mesh
2,038,722 triangles Β· 97.2 MB
Base
flat and sitting at zero, ready to machine
Smallest size worth carving
200 mm
Β· keeps 99.3% 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
πΊ Create A Masterpiece Of The Moonlit Wild
Imagine the smell of fresh cedar and the glow of the moon as you serve guests from a piece that feels like it was hand-carved in a remote mountain workshop. This design transforms a simple snack board into a story of the wilderness that commands attention in any room and feels like a true heritage heirloom.
π² Why Youβll Love This Design
This intricate CNC woodcarving relief features a majestic wolf mid-howl, captured with stunning fur texture and realistic depth against a detailed lunar surface. The surrounding pine trees and elegant scrollwork flow seamlessly into the functional tray compartments, creating a perfect balance between high-end art and practical utility. The dramatic shadows and premium depth ensure that your finished carving looks professional and artisanal rather than mass-produced.
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 this file in Aspire, VCarve Pro, Carveco, ArtCAM, or your preferred CNC software to prepare your toolpaths and bring the wood to life. This is a digital product only and no physical item will be shipped to your address.
π¦ Meaningful Ways To Use It
This design is perfect for creating custom charcuterie boards, rustic hunting lodge decor, or unique birthday gifts for nature lovers and outdoorsmen. Beyond serving trays, the detailed wolf and moon scene can be isolated for wall art panels or integrated into larger furniture projects like cabin coffee tables or custom bar tops.
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This file is optimized for professional results, featuring clean element separation and crisp detailing that maintains its integrity even during deep carves. The professional-grade sculpting ensures that your CNC router will produce smooth transitions and deep, evocative shadows that highlight the natural beauty of the wood grain.
β Why this design is different:
βοΈ Sculpted for a natural manual carving look
βοΈ Strong depth, shadows & clean detailing
βοΈ Includes realistic wood grain texture for premium results
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
π¦ Delivery Instructions:
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β¨ Bring The Wild Into Your Workshop
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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: 600 x 634 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: 2,038,722 triangles, 97.2 MB
Base: flat and at zero, ready to machine
Recommended minimum carve size: 200 mm, where 99.3% 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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