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== Intermediate ==
 
== Intermediate ==
 
#[http://gadgets.vectric.com/library.html#Toolpath Gadget library - make designing easier]
 
#[http://gadgets.vectric.com/library.html#Toolpath Gadget library - make designing easier]
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#[https://youtu.be/QH6kkoDT3rM Basic Text Project]
  
 
== Advanced ==
 
== Advanced ==

Revision as of 15:18, 27 April 2019

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REMEMBER To Reserve Time!

Various tools such as the lasers (Epilog or Audrey), 3D Printers, and Forest CNC need to be reserved before using the tool. Review the Slack channel for the tool to reserve time.

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NOTICE!

This machine can be dangerous if used improperly resulting in serious bodily injury or damage to the machine. Minors are prohibited from using the X-Carve CNC without the supervision of a trained and certified MakerFX member. The use of the X-Carve CNC machine at MakerFX is limited to only those individuals who:

  1. Have attended a training class
  2. Been certified to use the machine
  3. Take the necessary safety precautions such as wearing close toed shoes, safety glasses and snug fitting clothing.


Step 1: Design using VCarve Pro

Step 2: Prepare Design for X-Carve

Step 3: Operate the X-Carve

VCarveProExample.png
XCarveSelectToolpaths.png
Xcarve machine.jpg

Beginners Start Here

  1. Install VCarve Pro - FREE for MakerFX Members
  2. What is a vector?
  3. VCarve Pro Job Setup
  4. Example sign and toolpaths?
  5. Bits and End Mills for Beginners
  6. MakerFX How-to: V-Carve Tutorial

Intermediate

  1. Gadget library - make designing easier
  2. Basic Text Project

Advanced

  1. Intro to 3D Carving
  2. 3D Carving Workflow with Tool Change
  3. V-Carve Inlay Technique

Project Ideas

  1. Forum at Inventables
  2. Projects at Inventables
  3. Free Projects Files at Vectric

Operation

  1. X-Carve 1000mm CNC Router
  2. MakerFX How-to: Squaring the X-Carve y-axis at startup
  3. YouTube: V Bits Explained
  4. YouTube: Endmills and Collets Explained

Router Bits (aka Endmills)

  1. Whiteside 1/4", 2 Flute, Down Cut Spiral Bit (RD2100)
  2. Whitside 1/4", 2 Flute, Up Cut Spiral Bit (RU2100)
  3. Whitside 1/4", Router Bit Starter Kit, 5-piece
  4. Whiteside 1/4", V-Groove 60-Degree Router Bit

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