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by glenninvb
Tue Feb 07, 2017 9:52 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: carving from the back side
Replies: 15
Views: 6267

Re: carving from the back side

Jan.vanderlinden.

That sign is edge lit, the led light strip is in the base... if you do a forum search for "edge lit led" you will get much info
by glenninvb
Mon Jan 23, 2017 6:09 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: A bit about bits
Replies: 14
Views: 5831

Re: A bit about bits

I am going out on a limb here. This is my theory - I don't have time to test it right now. First - i agree the linked thread is not a fair comparison. That is a different scenerio. NOW - in actuality they both DO go to .020 deep. I posted the code for both and looked at the code and they both go to...
by glenninvb
Sat Jan 21, 2017 11:11 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: engraving with diamond bit
Replies: 8
Views: 3596

Re: engraving with diamond bit

Once you get suitable vectors, imported e.g. EPS, drawn or bitmap trace, use either "profile on" as mentioned or the "quick engrave" feature, both will create toolpaths for the open vectors
by glenninvb
Sat Dec 24, 2016 6:12 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: VCP8.5 with a mill
Replies: 18
Views: 8013

Re: VCP8.5 with a mill

Assuming you have minimal backlash and steps per unit is calibrated correctly you will probably need to rough machine more critical parts such as bearing bore pockets undersize or oversize depending on desired slip or press fit and achieve final accuracy by using a series of very light finish passes...
by glenninvb
Sat Dec 24, 2016 4:04 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: VCP8.5 with a mill
Replies: 18
Views: 8013

Re: VCP8.5 with a mill

http://paladintechworks.com/index.php/home/blog/12-tech/14-understanding-the-terms-precision-repeatability-and-accuracy-in-the-cnc-world When I built my router I used AC servos with 16bit encoders (10160.0203 steps per w/reduction) and new surplus precision double nut ball screws mapped to 12 micron...
by glenninvb
Sat Dec 24, 2016 1:50 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: VCP8.5 with a mill
Replies: 18
Views: 8013

Re: VCP8.5 with a mill

So I tried a search to see if this has already been asked a few dozen times, did not see any close matches so here goes. I know Vcarve is based around cutting wood signs and general CNC woodworking. Has anyone used it on designs that would be machined from metal on a mill and not a router? I've alr...
by glenninvb
Fri Dec 23, 2016 6:12 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: Nose Dive
Replies: 22
Views: 8071

Re: Nose Dive

Leo, Does any of this account for the collet hitting work assuming there is no hole in blank and the cutter had sufficient stick out? I also generally profile from top of work with 3d models (air cut), of course I'm one of the few with a Z- limit switch adjusted slightly below work, saved me from hu...
by glenninvb
Fri Dec 23, 2016 2:48 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: Nose Dive
Replies: 22
Views: 8071

Re: Nose Dive

how much cutter length exposed ?
by glenninvb
Tue Dec 20, 2016 6:51 pm
Forum: VCarve - Gallery
Topic: Paradise Boxes revisited
Replies: 9
Views: 4415

Re: Paradise Boxes revisited

Pretty work!, Martin :D
by glenninvb
Mon Dec 19, 2016 1:10 am
Forum: Aspire - Tips and Tricks
Topic: is this graphic usable for vectors ?
Replies: 13
Views: 7381

Re: is this graphic usable for vectors ?

glenninvb wrote: traced graphic and added text, change if you wish, hope it gets ya started More than started, looks ready to cut to me thanks mezalick did all the work just added a couple arcs, circles and lines. Took longer to reply, and I always misspell restaurant (better check :oops: ) don't fo...
by glenninvb
Sun Dec 18, 2016 8:29 pm
Forum: Aspire - Tips and Tricks
Topic: is this graphic usable for vectors ?
Replies: 13
Views: 7381

Re: is this graphic usable for vectors ?

traced graphic and added text, change if you wish, hope it gets ya started
by glenninvb
Thu Dec 15, 2016 10:33 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: Tool DB - Entering a roundover bit as?
Replies: 8
Views: 3417

Re: Tool DB - Entering a roundover bit as?

you can just draw a circle and delete three sections...
by glenninvb
Thu Dec 15, 2016 5:13 pm
Forum: Aspire - Tips and Tricks
Topic: Source for dust boot brush strip
Replies: 5
Views: 4247

Re: Source for dust boot brush strip

The easy cut brush with the #1 holder work great, inexpensive and available in 1-3"
If you make a couple magnetic bases using 1" and 3" length, they will accommodate most length cutters

about 3/4 down page
https://www.mcmaster.com/#conveyor-stri ... s/=15hb0f8
by glenninvb
Thu Dec 15, 2016 2:54 pm
Forum: VCarve - General
Topic: help etching glass
Replies: 8
Views: 4307

Re: help etching glass

I might be mistaken but if I look at this video, it seems that these guys engrave on glass with a “normal” 60 Deg V bit. :shock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLJcoPtGlbA Agree with your :shock: :shock: :shock: ... sounds barbaric .. and ya probably shouldn't breath the dust :? Here's another vid...
by glenninvb
Wed Dec 14, 2016 9:49 pm
Forum: Aspire - General
Topic: Guitar Neck Heel Question
Replies: 14
Views: 8715

Re: Guitar Neck Heel Question

I am still looking for a model of the back of a guitar neck that I can use on a three string cigar box guitar neck. Any help would be great. Type in Cigar Box Guitar and the search bar. Lots of info as of late and a wealth of knowledge as well. Looking at your original post, a one piece body and in...