Trying to Carve Small Txt

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ChrisG1630
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Trying to Carve Small Txt

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Hello, I'm about 3 months new into CNC and Vectric. Trying to make Golf ball markers for my league. They are 1.5" diameter and .25 thick, dual sides. I cannot figure out how to to the text. I do not know what bit to use or if it is even possible. Do I need to be in the engrave feature? I have multiple sizes of v bits down to 11 degree.
I plan to paint inside the text and sand. Would appreciate any advice on how I could get this done.
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Thank you,
Chris
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FixitMike
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Re: Trying to Carve Small Txt

Post by FixitMike »

I would use a 45° V-bit and a single line font and use the Profile toolpath on the line .040" deep for the lettering. . If they are to be cut on both sides, set up the material for a double side job. Put a couple of tabs on the profile cut that cuts them out so they don't get loose when you cut the pieces out. Profile the cutout on the second side to be cut.

The VCarve toolpath can also work. I like Times New Roman font.

For finishing, brush on a coat of clear varnish or shellac to prevent bleeding. Then fill the letters (I use acrylic paint, slightly thinned.) with the desired color. Wipe off the excess fill, let dry, and then sand to clean up. Finish as desired (I like wipie-on poly.)

These are suggestions, not rules. There are many other ways that work.
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ChrisG1630
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Joined: Mon Mar 08, 2021 6:18 pm
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Re: Trying to Carve Small Txt

Post by ChrisG1630 »

Thanks Mike. Ill give it a try

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