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Revision as of 17:55, 4 March 2020
Mach 3 Control Software
- Control Software: Mach3 Version 3.043.062
Power UP / Power DOWN / Tool Change Procedures
Vectric VCarve Pro Software
- CAM Software: Vectric VCarve Pro - Makerspace Edition
- Vectric - Intro to CNC (PDF, 3.5MB)
- Here is a list of appropriate vector file formats: EPS, AI, PDF, DXF, DWG, SVG, SKP
- Here is a basic video tutorial showing how to import a DXF file and using it to do some basic profile cutouts of a part:
- If you can, I would go through the top row of 3 tutorials (Wing Spar, Avalon Nameplate, Bulls Head) which will cover the most common cutting techniques (profile cutout, pocketing, and v-carving).
- Vectric limits the saving of the gcode toolpaths to fully-licensed computers at the Makerspace (of which we get 5 seats, one of which is the CNC control computer) as the final step in their software. The only step after that is loading the gcode txt file into the CNC control software (Mach3) and running the machine. The post processor in Vectric will be "Mach2/3 Arcs (mm)." This is a video that covers some fitment details (like if you were cutting the rosette pocket to fit an existing rosette ring). Normally this is done with "cutter compensation" in other CAM software but Vectric doesn't do it that way. There is an "allowance" setting in the profile & pocket toolpaths that you have to adjust and repost the gcode for tweaking just the right fit. It might be useful for you. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9mOSnc_IHY
- Free projects of the month - [local files on makershare drive]
Test File
Download SVG |
Email .CRV file to Jordan P. when complete to arrange sign-off on machine.
Cutting Tools
- Router Bit Basics for CNC (PDF, 3MB)
- CNC Router Collets
Description | Shank/Collet | Material | Flute # |
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90 Degree V Groove Bit | 6mm | Carbide-tipped | 2 |
60 Degree V Groove Bit | 6mm | Carbide-tipped | 2 |
30mm Bottom Cleaning/Facing Bit | 6mm | Carbide-tipped | 2 |
22mm Bottom Cleaning/Facing Bit | 6mm | Carbide-tipped | 2 |
6mm Square End Mill, Centre Cutting | 6mm | Solid Carbide | 2 |
3mm Square End Mill Centre Cutting | 4mm | Solid Carbide | 2 |
1/8" Ball Nose End Mill | 1/8" | Solid Carbide | 2 |
1/8" O-Flute End Mill | 1/8" | Solid Carbide | 1 |
6mm R0.5 Taper Ball Nose End Mill | 6mm | Solid Carbide | 2 |
Youtube Channels
- CNCnutz
- Legacy Woodworking
- Vectric Ltd.
- CNC Router Parts
- Toolstoday / Amana Tool
- AXYZ International
- Design and Make CNC Projects