1-12-2023 Q&A: Model Downsizing, Toolpath Naming Bug, Using Project Summary, Sharing Files, Contour Line Laser Engraving, Font Preview Website, Alternative to Aura Mask, and More!

In our January 12 Q&A Meetup, we dove into a plethora of Vectric software inquiries, showcasing how to adeptly resize 3D designs for smaller materials, navigate toolpath adjustments, and optimize model positioning. Participants explored the nuances of naming toolpaths for rest machining, setting up a new JTech laser with the correct post processor, and ensuring DXF imports match intended sizes. We shared tips on utilizing the project summary for bit management, integrating multiple files into Aspire sheets, and the community’s ability to share Vectric files. Questions about Vectric's compatibility with Windows 11, undertaking the Sundial Project, and managing software upgrades were thoroughly addressed. Additionally, we tackled troubleshooting open vectors, engaging freelance artists for project images, the logistics of selling VCarve Pro licenses, and finding the best materials for masking. The session was brimming with expert advice for both newcomers and seasoned users, aimed at enhancing proficiency in CNC projects and Vectric software usage.

Questions Answered in this Q&A:

• 00:01:14 - How to downsize the design to a smaller piece of material because it's a 3D model.
• 00:05:31 - Asking to fix toolpaths starting off the bed and the router moving too high above the project.
• 00:08:20 - Can you explain model position in material? Why would you want to gap above material?
• 00:10:50 - Asking about renaming issues in toolpaths with rest machining in Vectric.
• 00:29:14 - Asking if a new post processor is needed for a J Tech 24-watt laser.
• 00:37:52 - Asking how to fix size issues with DXF files imported into Aspire.
• 00:43:03 - Suggesting using project summaries due to CNC file name limits.
• 00:45:13 - How to put multiply files in sheets from an older version of Aspire.
• 00:49:55 - I have a laser test card in Vectric. Is there a file section that I could share?
• 00:50:33 - Asking if Windows 11 affects Vectric programs on a Piranha by Nextwave.
• 00:51:03 - Asking about Sundial Project videos in Vectric version 11.5 and template issues.
• 00:52:56 - A new Vectric Pro version 11 user encountering errors with modified post processors.
• 00:55:32 - Asking for help fixing open vectors and overlaps in a Vectric sign project.
• 01:00:26 - Did you receive my files for, and picture for the lines on the tapered project?
• 01:14:51 - Asking for advice on using a laser to add contour lines to a train map.
• 01:19:35 - Any one know a Freelance artist or place to get an old picture drawn out?
• 01:23:24 - Inquiring if it's possible to sell the license key for VCarve Pro software.
• 01:24:15 - Asking for a website to preview text in different computer fonts.
• 01:24:57 - How do you get toolpath sub-category?
• 01:26:11 - Do the tools have to be the same when you group?
• 01:28:04 - Inquiring about alternatives to Aura mask and seeking the best cost-effective option.
• 01:29:04 - Could you cover again how we replay these lessons?
• 01:31:07 - In the box, gadget, I want sides. No top or bottom. Is there a way? 

Keywords:

resizing 3d designs, toolpath adjustments, model position in material, rest machining toolpath naming, post processor setup for JTech laser, DXF import sizing, using project summary, sheets in Aspire, sharing Vectric files, Windows 11 compatibility with Vectric, Sundial Project, upgrading Vectric software, vector validator for open vectors, creating tapered projects with fins, freelance artists for old photos, selling VCarve Pro license, font viewing website, toolpath sub-categories, grouping tools in Vectric, Aura mask alternatives, replaying lessons, creating a box without a top or bottom in gadgets