Is there a setting in the profile that will allow the Z to
fully retract each pass. We are cutting plastic with our
limited bits and it would be nice to clean the bit sometimes.
Thanks for any help!!
olf20 / Bob
Profile Retract
Profile Retract
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martin54
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Re: Profile Retract
Looks like you are using mach3 for control software, just use the feed hold in mach3 when you need to stop the spindle/router to clean the bit.
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NormanAlbert
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Re: Profile Retract
Hi: Invest in single flute up spiral bits from 2LInc. Well worth it. They can be run at faster speeds and pull the sworf out of the cut. Norm