2-8-2024 Q&A: Angular A Axis Issue, Duplicating Models in VCarve, Vertical Table Design, Shoe Horn Tapering, Dish Lip Alignment, First Time Laser Job Guide

In this Q&A Meetup, participants delved into CNC and VCarve Pro intricacies, tackling topics from machine axis adjustments to intricate project designs. The session illuminated Aspire and Mach4 controller nuances, explored STL file handling, and shared creative ideas for personal projects like a vertical table and a shoe horn. Expert advice on first-time laser jobs and crafting perfect toolpaths provided attendees with actionable insights. This replay is a treasure trove for both beginners and seasoned makers looking to refine their skills and overcome project hurdles.

Question Answered in this Q&A:

• 00:01:42 - He said he's using Aspire with a CNC for a newbie machine and Mach4 controller. I have a set of I have to, let's see, I have my A axis set to angular in Mac 4. The render from Vectric shows about 2.5 revolutions, but when I cut it, it is about a half of revolution. Also, when cutting the codes on each end, machine goes to the left and makes one down cut and never rotates A. shown in one of the photos attached. I'm going to lost what's going on, have attached photos of Vectric rendering, and what I end up with. When rotating the gcode, the chuck rotates 360 degrees.
• 00:10:37 - I've imported an STL into VCarve Pro in a two sided job and duplicated it so that there are two models side by side. When I flip to the other side, there's only one model shown. If I delete that one, go back to the other side, select both models, and copy to the other side, I only see the bottom of the models on both sides. Can you duplicate a model? If so, can you show me how to do it?
• 00:21:46 - Currently in Florida for the winter and designing a vertical table for ShopSaber23. He's looking for ideas to add to his file from the community.
• 00:38:45 - Would like to make a shoe horn or shoe spoon, will VCarve Pro allow for a taper in the Z dimension in the molding toolpath?
• 00:43:08 - Could you point me in the direction of the lesson on how to bring a lip of a dish even with the top of a material?
• 00:55:45 - Is there a good video or chart to steps with you need to do a first time laser job?

Keywords:

 aspire, cnc, newbie, mach4 controller, angular axis, vectric rendering, gcode, vcarve pro, stl import, two-sided job, duplicate models, florida, vertical table, shopsaber23, shoe horn, taper, z dimension, molding toolpath, lip of dish, material top, first time laser job, troubleshooting, design ideas, community tips, project challenges, jewelry theme, laser engraving guidance, rotary axis setup, calibration, toolpath adjustments, 3d modeling, engraving techniques, air assist, material masking