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A set of nesting trays made with Cut2D, using an imported VectorArt 3D model. I was happily surprised to find you could do this with Cut2D! Really opens a lot of doors if you're willing to fork over a few bucks for a model.

The finger joints weren't done on the router... used a Freud box joint blade in the tablesaw for that.

Well done.

NICE!
Need to do that myself.
scott

Looks great, nice job. I like these and might do some ok them for next years gifts.
-Bill

Hi Dave,

Nice work. I'm really interested in the process you used within CUT2D to generate the carving. I am building a CNC router and currently use CUT2D with a laser engraver/cutter. I thought I would have to use other software to accommodate the CNC router but looks like CUT2D will possibly do the job for me.

THANKS

daryl

Daryl - this video specifically looks at the way Cut2D can work with an imported 3D toolpath from either Vector Art 3D Machinist or Cut 3D - http://support.vectric.com/tutorials/V8 ... th_GS.html
Thanks,
James

THANKS James.

hooked wrote:THANKS James.

I apologize for not answering your question... I didn't notice a reply had been posted to the thread. James set you on the right path, though.

The trays were a great hit... gave them to my daughter for Christmas. Warning, though: the ability to carve canned 3D models with Cut2D is a gateway drug. I upgraded to VCarve Desktop within days of finishing up this project.

Hey Dave,
Is there a source or link for the trays pattern?
- Bill

subsea wrote:Hey Dave,
Is there a source or link for the trays pattern?
- Bill

Well, I'm not Dave ("davis" ) but I'll assume you meant me.

I actually just worked up the pattern from scratch; it's not too complicated, just a matter of getting the dimensions correct for the size of the trays you want to produce and the thickness of the mat'l you're working with. I'll see if I can dig up the files and figure out how to post what I have, though.

I would love to get the file, my daughter would love for me to create a set for her. If you need help of figuring out how to attach the file just ask or you can just email them to joe@joebarrow.com and I will post them for you. btw, you did a great job and they are really nice looking.

Thanks,

Joe

Davis,
Thanks for your reply and the correction..
Have a fun day - Bill

Will try attaching the files...
I wouldn't cut these without reviewing the dimensions; I made some adjustments to how I cut everything along the way and although I *think* these were the latest revisions, my only guarantee that they'll work correctly as posted is that I'll refund every penny you paid for them if not

I've been meaning to go back and come up with a cleaner version of the files before I make any more trays, but haven't had a chance yet.

I also had to remove the 3D model from the file for the end of the large tray. That was purchased from VectorArt 3D, and obviously it'd be a violation of the license agreement to redistribute it with the .crv. It's number 58440 on the VA3D web site... only $15.

I don't have files for the sides or bottoms of the trays. Those were just simple rips/crosscuts and a dado to receive the bottom, which I cut on the tablesaw.

Thank you very much Davis!
Scott

Davis,
Thank you. Now I'll have to go to work.
- Bill