1-5-2023 Q&A: Double Sided, Pockets, Rotary, Mouse, Stream Deck, and More.

In our January 5th Q&A Meetup, we explored a variety of CNC and Vectric software topics tailored to enhance your project workflows and technical understanding. Highlights included creating efficient 3D tabs, optimizing toolpaths for crafting dishes in VCarve Pro, and intricate cutting techniques for leaf-shaped designs. We also delved into hardware optimizations, such as setting up the MX Master 3 mouse for Vectric software, and discussed strategies for achieving precise finishes with roughing and finishing endmills. The session provided insights into utilizing Stream Deck for easy access to software functions, unwrapping objects for rotary projects, and resizing DXF files imported from Fusion 360. Additionally, we covered user-specific queries on locating Vectric community members, modeling half-hull boat shapes, and integrating Stream Deck with Aspire for streamlined operations. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or new to CNC crafting, this Meetup offered valuable tips and tricks to elevate your creative endeavors.

Questions Answered in this Q&A:

• 00:01:58 - Is there's a better way to do the 3D tabs.
• 00:08:22 - Seeking advice on preventing large grooves when switching bits in VCarve Pro.
• 00:18:34 - Asking if classes cover cutting a leaf-shaped board with a wavy line for wood strips.
• 00:30:48 - Asking for advice on setting up the buttons on the MX Master 3 mouse for ease of use.
• 00:44:56 - Asking if Vectric automates using different end mills for roughing and finishing a pocket.
• 01:00:13 - Go over a separate last pass. I'm not getting clean cut on profile when using.
• 01:07:57 - Is there a map of where all the members are?
• 01:08:58 - Asking about the "unwrapping selected object" tool for rotary objects while maintaining square sections.
• 01:21:18 - Asking for help resizing a Fusion 360 part in Aspire without shrinking it for an 8x8 inch board.
• 01:28:29 - Asking if Aspire can open full screen with a Stream Deck profile.
• 01:29:24 - I want to place a line half inch up from the face of the taper.
• 01:37:04 - This is about Stream Deck xl. See the touch portal on my mobile store, but not for my pc.
• 01:39:14 - Asking for an easy way to model half-hole boat shapes for sailboats on a frame.
• 01:41:05 - Where to import your files for Stream deck?
• 01:42:25 - Adding more keyboard shortcuts for more buttons for stream deck
• 01:43:43 - What is the stream deck?

Keywords:

3d tabs, vcarve pro, dish design, toolpath optimization, leaf shape cutting, mx master three mouse setup, pocket toolpath, roughing and finishing endmills, member map, unwrapping objects, fusion 360 dxf import, stream deck setup, placing lines on tapered surfaces, stream deck xl, half hull boat modeling, stream deck file import, keyboard shortcuts for stream deck, stream deck explanation