Learning Lithophane

[Rdj357]

I guess I should have started with learning to pay attention material size as I didn't 'remember correctly' and didn't verify so I drew off the page!!

I cut at 100 ipm with a 1/32 tapered BN, I think I need to slow it down a little for better detail and less machining lines. I don't think my Z axis is quite up to par at that speed..

It's a start, hopefully a little fine tuning and I can improve on it!

[Xxray]

Doubt if speed is a factor, with lots of Z movement and machine will pretty much run at 1 speed.

Try less line spacing, 12% or less, down to 8%. Cut time increases, so does detail.

[Rdj357]

Thanks, I'll try that first. That was either 10 or 12% so I'll see what 8% does for me.

[Xxray]

Hmm, should not be making lines like that at 10% with a 1/32 bit.
Settings correct in tool settings ? Could try a 45 angle, couldn't hurt.

[dhellew2]

I typically use a 3/64" bit at 8% stepover, 16k rpm, 55 to 60 ipm. It takes awhile but worth the wait. Slower speed is necessary when using smaller bits. When cutting at a 135 degree angle a roughing cut is seldom necessary which compensates for some of the slower speed.

This might be of some use to you. This works for me.

LITHOPHANE instructions.zip

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Dale

[Rdj357]

Thanks very much for the tips and info!

This one was at 135 degree and I'm going to double check the tool settings. I'm looking forward to cutting at 8% and 60 ipm to see how that does.