V bit carving

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redwood
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V bit carving

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I usually run the V-bit tool path at least twice to clean it up. Is there any advantage to reversing the direction in the second pass? Any reasons not to?

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adze_cnc
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Re: V bit carving

Post by adze_cnc »

Almost all toolpaths can be run with a v-bit. Are specifically referring to the "V-Carve / engraving" toolpath?

redwood
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Re: V bit carving

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Actually, not specifically. I also use a V60 bit for chamfering raised letters and borders, using the profile tool path.
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jay pieper
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Re: V bit carving

Post by jay pieper »

I often run a second toolpath for clean up, and in my opinion if you have the time to do
this it is well worth it. I would think most people would not simply because of the time
to do this.

As far as reverse direction for the second pass I don't see why not. I have not tried it
but think it would be interesting to see the results. I am usually looking for the best result I
can achieve and not concerned about the time it takes to get there.

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