PGHMKT wrote:...I ran the first file with the star using the 60 VBit and for some reason, the vbit went very deep. Why would it do this? I zeroed out the bit on the surface of the work piece but it still went very deep. I've seen this happen before with some letters. The program didn't have a "flat depth" - should that be used? I used all the same size materials as suggested in the directions. Why would the vbit go so deep and what should I check to make sure it doesn't happen again?
Hi there!
I don't know for certain why your v-bit was cutting too deep, but it could be bit-slip, or the board had a slight "hump" in that area, or just a slight mistake was made when setting the z-zero to the board surface. (A flat-depth setting is not necessary.) Hopefully this won't happen again and was a "fluke" this one time.
PGHMKT wrote: The other issue I ran into was that the inlay on the second file was just a little too tight (or small). How do I reconfigure or recalculate (sorry, still new with all the terms too) the inlay to cut a little larger?
The file has a 0.02" pocket offset to allow for fitting (see attached screenshot with the offset input area circled). However, it might not be enough for your material and a test-fit is always a safe way to go. On page 2 of the PDF, I recommend running the pockets after already running the male inlay parts. This is so you can test the fit of those parts and re-run the pockets with a slightly larger offset until you achieve a suitable fit.
PGHMKT wrote:I do appreciate the help. As I struggle through the learning process, I do find these project very enjoyable to make - well, when all goes right.. After I get this one down, I am going to try the latest Solunar box.
Thank you very much. I'm looking forward to seeing photos of your projects!