laser module, tool database materials
laser module, tool database materials
I just recently installed my new laser and have added the Vectric laser module to my aspire software. When, however, I am going through the tutorials, their tutorials reveal different materials within the tool data base. When I click on materials, in the laser tool path, all I see is Hardwood, softwood and MDF. Am I missing a piece of software? I thought it was supposed to list craft foam and various thin materials...?
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Re: laser module, tool database materials
Materials are just simple names that you create from the Toolpaths Materials menu. They do nothing other than set a tool database category so that you can have different rates for the tools.
I expect the person who made the video setup different materials in their copy of the software. I have the laser module as well and it doesn't automatically create new materials.
I expect the person who made the video setup different materials in their copy of the software. I have the laser module as well and it doesn't automatically create new materials.
Re: laser module, tool database materials
Go to La Hobbyguy he has all kinds of graphics and Library of materials. There are 2 different ones. Library Art and Library. Library is material. You need to read how to install them you do not just copy and paste however it is not that hard. you Must join his site ( member in order to get the items.There is a hidden file until you joiin then it will show up as member files and downloads. Tons of graphics and lots of meterials and a video how to make your own, it is all free.
Re: laser module, tool database materials
There is a sample tool database with extra materials to use with laser, located inchapklc wrote: ↑Tue Feb 01, 2022 12:27 amI just recently installed my new laser and have added the Vectric laser module to my aspire software. When, however, I am going through the tutorials, their tutorials reveal different materials within the tool data base. When I click on materials, in the laser tool path, all I see is Hardwood, softwood and MDF. Am I missing a piece of software? I thought it was supposed to list craft foam and various thin materials...?
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C:\ProgramData\Vectric\Aspire\V11.5\ToolDatabase\laser_tools.vtdb
I hope this helps,
Greg K
Re: laser module, tool database materials
Having trouble finding a good link to download the Laser Module free or purchase. I'm using Vectric Pro on a Shark 110 and Shark 5HD.
- Adrian
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Re: laser module, tool database materials
The laser module isn't a separate download. If you purchase it then you get a license key to activate it. If you want to trial it then you have to download a trial version of the main software (Aspire/VCarve/Cut2D) and the laser module trial is active in that.
https://www.vectric.com/free-trial/laser-module