Hey everyone,
My friend, Tyler, and I are starting to gather materials and resources to build a Joe CNC. My school has a CNC so I should be able to cut out all of the parts using it.
They use MasterCam software, and I have all the parts CADed in .dwg format (Thanks to Joe!), but how do I convert them to tool paths (g-code) set the depth, and find what bit to use??
And can the bit be set so it cuts to the outside of the line.....because if I use a 1/4" bit and it cuts on the line.....wouldn't the part be 1/8" (the radius) shorter on all edges??
I am assuming that the bit cuts to the outside of the line...and that this is preprogrammed.
Just wondering if someone could clear that up for me and help me with the software aspect.