📰Weekly Recap Newsletter
7/27/2024
Welcome to this week's edition of the Learn Your CNC Academy Newsletter. We're thrilled to announce some exciting updates to enhance your newsletter experience!
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🛠CNC Troubleshooting Corner🛠
This Week's Issue: Resizing Multiple Objects in Vectric Software
Have you ever created an array of shapes in your CNC design, only to realize they're not quite the right size? We've got you covered!
We've posted a quick tip video on our YouTube channel that walks you through two effective methods to resize multiple elements in your design:
- Adjusting the pocket allowance in your toolpath settings
- Using the scale tool to resize vector shapes
These techniques can save you time and frustration when you need to make adjustments to your project.
Check out the full video here:
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Pro Tip:
When using the scale tool, remember to use the "Scale items individually" option and set the anchor point to the center to maintain the layout of your array. This allows you to precisely control the size of each element while keeping their positions intact. (watch the video above to learn more)
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📖CNC Term of the Week📖
Depth Per Pass
Definition: Depth Per Pass, also known as Depth of Cut (DOC) or Step Down, refers to the distance the cutting tool moves into the material in each vertical step or layer during a CNC machining operation.
Why it matters: The Depth Per Pass is a critical parameter that affects:
- Cutting forces and tool wear
- Surface finish quality
- Machining time and efficiency
- Heat generation in the cutting process
Choosing the right Depth Per Pass:
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Shallower passes generally result in better surface finish and less tool wear, but increase machining time.
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Deeper passes can speed up the machining process but may lead to increased tool wear and potential for chatter.
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The optimal Depth Per Pass depends on factors like material hardness, tool diameter, machine rigidity, and desired surface finish.
Typical ranges:
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Roughing operations: 30-50% of tool diameter
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Finishing operations: 5-15% of tool diameter
Tip: When working with new materials or tools, start with conservative Depth Per Pass settings and gradually increase them while monitoring cut quality, tool wear, and machine performance. This approach helps you find the optimal balance between efficiency and quality for your specific setup..
