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Viking Warrior Axe Shield CNC Relief STL

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πŸ“ Design facts
Carving it at your size
Carving size
7.9 Γ— 8 in (202 Γ— 203 mm)
Relief depth
0.55 in (14 mm)
Board thickness
1 in or thicker
Rough with
1/8 in end mill, 40% stepover
Finish with
1/16 in tapered ball nose, 10% stepover
Estimated carve time
about 6 h (roughing 1 h 15 min, finishing 4 h 45 min)
Carving size
11.9 Γ— 12 in (302 Γ— 305 mm)
Relief depth
0.83 in (21 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 25 min (roughing 1 h 5 min, finishing 5 h 25 min)
Carving size
17.9 Γ— 18 in (454 Γ— 457 mm)
Relief depth
1.2 in (31.4 mm)
Board thickness
1.5 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 40 min (roughing 3 h 35 min, finishing 12 h 5 min)
Carving size
23.8 Γ— 24 in (605 Γ— 610 mm)
Relief depth
1.7 in (41.9 mm)
Board thickness
2 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 15 min (roughing 8 h 25 min, finishing 10 h 45 min)
Carving size
28.4 Γ— 28.6 in (721 Γ— 727 mm)
Relief depth
2 in (50 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 29 h 35 min (roughing 14 h 20 min, finishing 15 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
721.2 Γ— 726.8 Γ— 49.99 mm
Shape
square, 0.992:1
Carve depth
6.9% of the width
Mesh
2,028,966 triangles Β· 96.7 MB
Base
flat and sitting at zero, ready to machine
Smallest size worth carving
200 mm Β· keeps 99.1% 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

πŸͺ“ Summon The Power Of Valhalla Into Your Workshop Imagine this towering Viking god, muscles tensed and weapons ready, emerging from a solid slab of oak to guard your home with timeless Norse strength. πŸ›‘οΈ A Masterpiece Of Ancient Legend This design captures a muscular Viking god in a dynamic combat stance, featuring a crest-heavy helmet, flowing fur cloak, and intricate chainmail textures. The deep bas-relief carving style creates incredible shadow play across the round shield and battle-axe, making the finished piece feel like an authentic historical artifact. Every layer of this composition is meticulously sculpted to ensure your CNC machine produces a professional, gallery-quality wood carving. πŸ“ What You Receive You receive a ready-made, high-detail bas relief STL with all artistic sculpting complete so there is no modeling work required on your end. Simply open the file in Aspire, VCarve Pro, Carveco, ArtCAM, or other compatible CNC software to prepare your toolpaths. This is a digital product only and no physical item will be shipped to your location. 🍺 Meaningful Ways To Use It This striking warrior is the ultimate centerpiece for a masculine den, home office, or custom bar area that celebrates Norse heritage. It serves as a powerful focal point for large wall panels, decorative chest lids, or specialized woodworking projects intended for those who appreciate mythology and craftsmanship. This CNC woodcarving relief will instantly elevate any room into a hall fit for a legendary chieftain. πŸ› οΈ Precision Engineered Detailing Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a file designed for clean element separation and crisp, sharp edges in every pass. The deep shadows and realistic textures are optimized for professional CNC router results, ensuring a smooth finish even in complex areas like the braided beard and fur textures. Your machine will glide through the details, leaving behind a stunning, high-definition relief sculpture. ⭐ Why this design is different: βœ”οΈ Sculpted for a natural manual carving look βœ”οΈ Strong depth, shadows & clean detailing βœ”οΈ Includes realistic wood grain texture for premium results βš™οΈ 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 πŸ“¦ Delivery Instructions: After purchase, download the PDF from your order, open it and click the download button inside. Your files download instantly. 🎁 Bonus : Get 5 FREE STL files at www.digitalchiselco.com/free ✨ Command Your Next Woodworking Project Add this legendary Viking warrior to your digital library today and transform a simple piece of wood into a breathtaking work of art. This design is fully sculpted and immediately project-ready, providing lasting value for your workshop and a stunning result for your clients or home. πŸ“ 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: 721 x 727 x 50 mm (28.4 x 28.6 in) Shape: square, 0.99:1 Relief depth: 50 mm, which is 6.9% of the width Mesh: 2,028,966 triangles, 96.7 MB Base: flat and at zero, ready to machine Recommended minimum carve size: 200 mm, where 99.1% 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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