Wooden Platters

These wooden trays can be manufactured by following these steps:

1. Material Selection:
   • It’s recommended to use solid wood boards (such as oak, beech, or walnut) with an appropriate thickness (usually between 18 to 30 mm).
2. Preparing the Design:
   • Load the STL, SVG, DXF design files into the CNC router control software.
   • Adjust the settings such as cutting depth, number of toolpaths (roughing and finishing), and spindle speed.
3. Cutting Process (CNC Router Machining):
   • Securely fix the wood board onto the CNC machine table.
   • Use a suitable cutting bit (end mill) with the appropriate diameter (typically 6 to 12 mm) for the rough cut.
   • Perform the roughing stage to remove the bulk of the material at high speed.
   • Switch to a finer tool (ball nose or tapered bit) for the finishing pass to achieve smooth and detailed shapes.
4. Sanding and Smoothing:
   • After cutting, remove the tray from the machine and clean it thoroughly.
   • Use sandpaper or an electric sander to smooth the surface and eliminate sharp edges or imperfections.
5. Final Finishing:
   • Apply a natural wood oil or food-safe coating to add shine, enhance color, and protect the wood.

Note: these trays can be crafted manually using traditional woodworking tools.