7-18-2023 Q&A: STL Cutting, Spiral Toolpaths, Alignment, Layer Organization, Hole Drilling, Toolpath Recalculation, and Organic Shape Creation

Dive into a treasure trove of CNC wisdom with our Q&A session, where we tackled everything from manipulating 3D STL files to perfecting spirals and ensuring precise alignment for two-sided projects. Whether you're figuring out how to drill accurate holes, resize material for molding toolpaths, or create stunning organic shapes where epoxy meets wood, this session has you covered. We shared insights on the best tools and settings for various tasks, offered solutions for common challenges like recalculating toolpaths after resizing, and revealed secrets to crafting captivating projects. Ideal for enthusiasts keen on elevating their CNC skills, this meetup is packed with practical tips and innovative techniques to inspire your next creation.

Questions Answered in this Q&A:

• 00:00:31 - How to cut out specific areas of a 3d STL file?
• 00:07:16 - How to make a spiral with a ramped edge using the spiral gadget?
• 00:07:55 - How to ensure alignment for a double-sided marble maze copied on one side?
• 00:17:52 - How to know which layers go to which sheet?
• 00:22:25 - What tool bit and settings are best for accurately drilling quarter-inch holes on a CNC?
• 00:49:19 - Resizing material size, but having issues recalculating the molding tool path.
• 01:01:53 - How that organic shape is created, where the epoxy meets the wood in Live Lesson 149?

Keywords:

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