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  1. Esko Kongsberg question, new tool presets ?

    I have an Esko Kongsberg sign/cnc machine. Kongsberg cutting tables & digital cutters - Esko
    I am wondering if it is possible to create presets for my different materials. The default HP milling...
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    Artcam Nesting is not real part nesting.

    Artcam question:
    So if you operate the nesting feature, it nests grouped entities well. But doesn't nest the toolpaths for those entities. I have only seen demos of people nesting very simplistic...
  3. Re: Sketchup pro to mastercam x file transfer?

    At the bottom of this thread there is a Sketchup pro to Mastercam series of steps. http://www.cnczone.com/forums/general-cad-discussion/223564-sketchup-cnc-dxf-file-guide.html#post1494946
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    Sketchup to CNC dxf file guide

    Here is a guide for using SketchUp with to create dxf files suitable for CNC machine cut path generation.

    Recent updates:
    -Sketchup plugins suited for CNC drawing quality work.
    -Bezier...
  5. It does not delete. I will check to see if...

    It does not delete. I will check to see if there are sub-groups that need to be deleted first.

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    Thanks Tony T
  6. Thanks Guys! I have attached two example...

    Thanks Guys!
    I have attached two example files.
    On the file named Example 2 my question is: 1. How can I get the "First Rough Pass" not to plunge and rapid so much after taking a layer (I...
  7. Questions regarding MasterCam, I could use some advice

    I've been using MasterCam for about a year and I have be unable to answer the following questions. I have a 3 axis router, large table. I do all my drawing in SketchUp, export as iges, open in...
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    SketchUp Pro use guide with CNC

    Hey Community,
    Here is a guide on how to use SketchUp Pro with cnc machines.

    Guide Contents:
    -Entity criteria: Lines, Arcs, Circles, Bezier splines, drill holes, polygons
    -Drawing tips ...
  9. Poll: We have a Thermwood router for a year now and it...

    We have a Thermwood router for a year now and it is a very worthwhile piece of machinery. We cut mdf, plastic, aluminum, finished maple with a veneer. One of the most amazing things about it is...
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    I've been doing some experiments with foam-core...

    I've been doing some experiments with foam-core and the best I have been able to get it was with a 1/4" down cut solid carbide bit running at 100 ft/min. Even that leaves a less than pristine edge....
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