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  1. Entry-level scanner recommendations - under $1800 USD ($2500 Canadian)

    I wish to make models using modeling clay, scan them, modify them in zbrush and Rhino, and machine them on the 3 axis cnc.
    This is for artistic embellishment of staircase stringers, posts, and door...
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    4th axis kit

    I'm looking to build a cnc that is focused on the 4th axis.
    It would have x, y and a axes.

    Does anyone know of a kit on the market? I would build a steel structure to house the axis driver,...
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    Re: ROTARY 4 AXIS DIY

    How did it go? I would really like to construct my own 4th axis machine. I don't need a table bed - just x down the length, z for depth, A for turning. It would accept a 12" diameter.
    I use CNC...
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    Re: ROTARY 4 AXIS DIY

    I get your point, but 4th axis work doesn't have to cut all the way through. I would like to be able to produce sculptural work within a 12" envelope, and even 2 inches of relief would offer plenty...
  5. Turn 3 axis CNC into a 2d scanner (using stitching to create large scans).

    I want to mount a camera on the machine, shoot photos in an overlapping grid, and photo-stitch them into an accurate scale image of what is laying on the bed of the table.
    This would enable me to...
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    Re: Need Help Cutting Glass!!!

    What is an ultrasonic glass cutter? I understood there is a device that uses sound waves for glass cutting?
  7. Osai controller - problems rendering curves

    I am producing inlaid pieces from enroute software on the HDS, with the Osai controller. My pieces don't mate properly, even though they were machined in the same orientation. I left my typical .008"...
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    Re: Enroute to MasterCam

    Is your old enroute for sale?
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    Thanks mmoe, that makes sense - I've been trying...

    Thanks mmoe, that makes sense - I've been trying to take up to 1/8" off during some planing operations, and that's where the trouble begins. I think your suggestion regarding a custom insert tool...
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    I like to use a spoilboard bit for planing...

    I like to use a spoilboard bit for planing hardwood as well. My 2.5" dia Amana with two wings (uses .5" planer blades) is ok, but I find it leaves a hump on entry that is hard on the gantry. I have...
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    I've now been working out with Mozaik for a few...

    I've now been working out with Mozaik for a few months. It's a very complete piece of software, and the company is very quick to respond and help. I've paid for 3 $75 learning sessions with them,...
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    I'm a graphic designer that got into cnc. I...

    I'm a graphic designer that got into cnc. I ended up going with Enroute Pro. It would be an easier workspace to relate to for an adobe user than visual mill, although it has inherent issues like...
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    Eric, it looks like my earlier post didn't go -...

    Eric, it looks like my earlier post didn't go - it was thanking you for your response. Now that I know I can turn larger diameters, we went ahead and added the rotary axis to our purchase. I'm...
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    I'm assuming that since there is no issue...

    I'm assuming that since there is no issue regarding the location of the center of the 4th axis, that there won't be any limiting issues regarding the diameter of the parts - that should also be a CAM...
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    Rotary Axis - raising height?

    We have an HDS machine on the way, with a higher gantry (11.8"). I want to use a rotary axis with this machine, and lift it off of the bed to turn larger diameters under the gantry. Physically this...
  16. Thanks Gwizz - I really enjoyed creating this,...

    Thanks Gwizz - I really enjoyed creating this, and there are many more to come. 3d is a really broad topic, and there are many ways to come at it. Many 3d artists use a variety of different...
  17. Ger, I have been gauging my feedrates by looking...

    Ger, I have been gauging my feedrates by looking at my chip size (and finish quality) during the past 4 years. Almost all of the work I've been doing has been one-offs. At this point I'm getting...
  18. Thanks Andrew - I create a lot of...

    Thanks Andrew - I create a lot of artwork/sculpted items in my business, which leads to a range of diameters from 1/16" diameter to 1" diameter tooling. The speed at the outside of a half inch bit...
  19. chip load formula - how does bit dia. affect rpm in the calculation?

    To determine feed rate, if our goal is a chipload between .015" - .020" (thickness of chip), the formula says chipload = feedrate divided by (# of flutes x RPM).

    What's missing from this equation...
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    I'm about to try a new one, Mozaik, which looks...

    I'm about to try a new one, Mozaik, which looks really decent. It's $125/month, with a minimum 3 mnths sign up.
    Did you make a decision? I'm new to the cabinet stuff myself.
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    Mozaik Cabinet Software

    I am about to try this new software (2012) that uses Google sketchup to provide the modeling. It looks very complete, and at $125/month is pretty reasonable.

    Are any of you using this?
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    Just read the part of the thread about cutter...

    Just read the part of the thread about cutter compensation - How awesome that would be! It would mean the machine operator could select the bit(s) to be used, instead of the guy producing the...
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    I have a new HDS coming, and look forward to...

    I have a new HDS coming, and look forward to seeing the new interface when it arrives. I'm hoping it shows the depth of cut in some way, shape or form...
  24. Enroute 5 - Interface improvements?

    I have been working in Enroute Pro 4 for the past 4 years to produce dimensional art and signage, and have become fluent in manipulating reliefs and using its most complex features.

    Despite its...
  25. Add controller to enable e-cabinets software

    Is there any reason a thermwood controller couldn't be added to another make of cnc, allowing for the use of the ecabinets software, which is limited to specific controllers?
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    .dxf files for enroute

    Enroute has many weaknesses in terms of import/export of vector files. My opinion comes from 20 years of prepress and design using many vector programs.

    My solution to the issues with enroute and...
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    Paint Mask

    The Avery Paint Mask is definitely the stuff to use. We have been using it constantly for almost 3 years in conjunction with machining different materials, and it works better than the other types...
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    Drilling

    Thanx Tom - I'll look into boring bits for straight up drilling, such as shelf holes in melamine.

    I'm assuming also that if creating a hole that's larger than the bit you would use an endmill (for...
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    Brush shroud

    Thanx! What a great selection they have!

    I really like your idea about the clear plexi too - seeing the bit will pose a real advantage!

    How do you tighten it on - a bolt drilled into the plexi...
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    Vacuum Shroud issues

    The brush shroud that I received with my LC4896 is pretty inadequate.

    The Bristles aren't long enough to contain dust from longer bits. The tightener system on it has stripped its threads and I...
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