8-1-2023 Q&A: Vectric Tips - Rotating Projects, Toolpath Errors, Material Recommendations, Scaling, Gears Design, Engraving Tips, and More!

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In our insightful CNC Q&A Meetup on August 1, we delved into a variety of topics that catered to both newcomers and experienced users alike. From practical advice on rotating projects in Vectric for machines with limited cutting area to troubleshooting probe measurements and profile toolpath errors, we covered essential ground for optimizing your CNC projects. The session also explored creative techniques for making maker medallions, attaching MDF to metal without drilling, and achieving sharp corners with precision. Additionally, we discussed scaling down projects without losing proportion, creating wooden gears, and the considerations for adding a tool change system. Whether you're looking to refine your skills in engraving on ACM or understanding the nuances of 3D import settings, this meetup provided valuable insights and solutions. A must-watch for anyone keen on elevating their CNC crafting journey!

Questions Answered in this Q&A:

• 00:01:30 - Can you rotate a project in Vectric if it is longer than your machine's x-axis capacity?
• 00:04:51 - Probe settings not at right measurement.
• 00:10:01 - Getting an error message when using profile toolpath on 3D clipart.
• 00:13:48 - What is the best way to get sharp corners?
• 00:16:29 - Question on Amana tool.
• 00:19:42 - What material and bits should I use to make maker medallions for the bottom of bowls?
• 00:29:28 - How do you color different sections of 3D clip art with different colors using the preview toolpath?
• 00:30:55 - How can I easily save and scale down a project while keeping the proportions the same without recreating it?
• 00:32:42 - Can Aspire create wooden gears with specific tooth counts, and where can I find CNC design and cutting resources for them?
• 00:36:04 - Anyone know where I can buy a gear driven chain?
• 00:38:18 - How to achieve this type of cut on the CNC, found the following on Etsy?
• 00:41:55 - Any bits, feed and speed setting suggestion for engraving on ACM aluminum composite materials?
• 00:46:59 - How to attach this badge to the vectors for the outline of this flag?
• 00:48:50 - How to be able to see the picture icon when hunting projects the shell extension in Vectric?
• 00:50:42 - What is the difference between below the surface and above the surface with 3D imports?
• 01:09:04 - What type of vacuum table do you have?

Keywords:

project rotation in vectric, probe measurement issues, profile toolpath error, achieving sharp corners, amana tool inquiry, making maker medallions, coloring 3d clip art, scaling down projects, creating wooden gears, gear driven chain sources, intricate cuts on CNC, engraving on ACM, attaching badges to vectors, Vectric shell extension, 3d import surface settings, vacuum table types, job time adjustment, lake tracing, base separation in VCarve, laser module offset, texture toolpath template, attaching MDF to metal without drilling, resizing 2d vector, tool change system cost, understanding overcut in 3d modeling