
#112: Rotary 3D Skull Halloween Candy Bowl Post
Oct 13, 2022Note: You must be a member of the Learn Your CNC Academy Community to watch this replay. Benefits include weekly Q&A Meetups, weekly project lessons, monthly CNC challenges, an active community of Vectric users, past replay lessons & project files, and so much more!
💀 Dive into a spine-chilling CNC project with this lesson on creating a 3D skull for Halloween decor using a rotary axis! Kyle demonstrates how to import and manipulate 3D models from outside sources like Thingiverse, specifically focusing on adapting them for rotary carving. Learn essential techniques such as scaling models to fit material, setting up rotary projects, and utilizing advanced features like the spiral layout gadget for intricate designs. Discover how to apply textures and combine components using different modes to achieve a seamless and spooky aesthetic. This lesson also covers crucial toolpath strategies for rotary machining, including rounding, roughing, and finishing passes, along with tips for optimizing carving time and handling material on a rotary setup.
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