Newbie tool question and litho idea questions
Does tool number matter at all if you do not have a tool changer? I watched the tutorials and read lots of threads, but so much new info is starting to blend together that I will need to watch/read them all again. New to CNC, new to router, new to plasma torch, new to CAD, new to computers for that matter--that is my excuse if this is a silly question.
Also, when doing lithos in PVC, does everyone carve the litho from the smooth side of Solid Surface material? Has anyone tried to start from the backside, which would be the matte surface? or tried to polish the backside (uncarved) side of a solid surface litho to see how the light reacts? And has anyone posted a pic or tried to do something without a lot of detail in a darker piece of solid surface like maybe just words? I did see a pic of a beautiful frame someone made for their litho in a dark material, but I mean use it for the actual litho part. Didn't know if there was still any translucency?
I'm continually amazed at the beautiful and creative ideas you all come up with! Thank you for participating on these forums. It's definately where I come to learn! Thanks all