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    Re: Mk3 G01 not working

    PROBLEM SOLVED!!!

    Thank you all for your patience, and for all the great advice/suggestions. I guess I have to admit my ignorance. I managed to set the Feed Override to 0%. I don't know...
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    Ok, NOW I have attached a photo...

    Ok, NOW I have attached a photo...
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    I don't believe so. I have attached a photo...

    I don't believe so. I have attached a photo showing active codes, in case anything jumps out at anyone.
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    Re: Mk3 G01 not working

    I did not put an explicit feed rate in my G01 command. But there was a feed rate already set. I had assumed that would be sufficient. I will have to try that. I won't get a chance until tomorrow....
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    Mk3 G01 not working

    I am trying to finish my new machine setup with TNG v2. Motor SPUs are accurate, limits work, and G00 moves quickly and accurately in both directions for all three axes. But G00 does nothing. The...
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    Re: Arithmetic expression is gcode?

    I am embarrassed at how difficult I was making this. After some more digging, I realized I could use a combination of G49 and G42 to accomplish exactly what I wanted to do. Thanks to all who used...
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    Re: Arithmetic expression is gcode?

    I just realized the first file I uploaded was the dish and engraving as a single file. So here they are as separate files (in a single zip):
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    Re: Arithmetic expression is gcode?

    Here is the file. I completed the initial project before I have a laser, so I used a small-diameter bit to engrave the scripture. Now that I have a laser, I would like to use it for engravings...
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    Re: Arithmetic expression is gcode?

    I apologize for not being clearer. I am thinking specifically about engraving on non-planar surfaces as part of the creation process. Example: I made a loose change dish for my son, and I wanted...
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    Arithmetic expression is gcode?

    Can I use arithmetic expressions in gcode for CNCUSB?

    For example: G1 [Z]+0.1

    I am thinking about this as a way to position my laser cutter while still retaining the ability the adjust Z...
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    Thanks, I didn't think I could run TNG with a MK2...

    Thanks, I didn't think I could run TNG with a MK2 board. I'll have to try this with a demo installation...
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    How to disable M62

    I have a MK2 controller on my CNC router. I am in the process of adding a laser to it. I need a 15-sec delay at spindle start for the bit to spin up, but I do not want a delay when I use the laser....
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