Welcome to Our Community

Some features disabled for guests. Register Today.

New to 1010 need some guidance

Discussion in 'General Talk' started by Jack Berndt, May 2, 2022.

  1. Jack Berndt

    Builder

    Joined:
    Apr 29, 2022
    Messages:
    6
    Likes Received:
    0
    I'm new to the CNC carving. I have a 1010 and am getting really frustrated. I can design the piece I'm wanting to make. It's real simple. It's a coaster with an initial in the center. I think I calculated the toolpaths correctly but when I go to carve it, only the letter is produced. I guess I don't know how to save and run all the toolpaths. Any pointer or tips would be greatly appreciated. I've been at this simple project for over a week...
     
  2. sharmstr

    sharmstr OpenBuilds Team
    Staff Member Moderator Builder Resident Builder

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2018
    Messages:
    2,059
    Likes Received:
    1,448
    What software are you using?

    If its OB Cam, attach the workspace. If its something other like vcarve or fusion, attach those files.
     
  3. Jack Berndt

    Builder

    Joined:
    Apr 29, 2022
    Messages:
    6
    Likes Received:
    0
    This is the file. After I generate the gcode, only part of the "B" is carved. Thanks For any help. Jack
     

    Attached Files:

  4. Jack Berndt

    Builder

    Joined:
    Apr 29, 2022
    Messages:
    6
    Likes Received:
    0
    I forgot to say, this is a VCarve file
     
  5. sharmstr

    sharmstr OpenBuilds Team
    Staff Member Moderator Builder Resident Builder

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2018
    Messages:
    2,059
    Likes Received:
    1,448
    Unfortunately, we cant open the file since you created it with a trial version of vcarve.

    Can you post of picture of the cut coaster and a screen shot from vcarve of what its suppose to look like? It might help us narrow down the issue.
     
    Peter Van Der Walt likes this.
  6. Jack Berndt

    Builder

    Joined:
    Apr 29, 2022
    Messages:
    6
    Likes Received:
    0
    I just registered VCarve. I'll pull it up and save it and then post it again.
     
  7. sharmstr

    sharmstr OpenBuilds Team
    Staff Member Moderator Builder Resident Builder

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2018
    Messages:
    2,059
    Likes Received:
    1,448
    Great. Please post of picture of the coaster as well.
     
  8. Giarc

    Giarc OpenBuilds Team
    Staff Member Moderator Builder Resident Builder

    Joined:
    Jan 24, 2015
    Messages:
    3,016
    Likes Received:
    1,682
    In V carve you have to save multiple tool paths for the different endmills being used. You may have generated them, but inadvertently did not save one of them. This has happened to me a few times.

    For instance, in this one I have 5 tool paths.
    upload_2022-5-3_18-46-27.png
    When you then save your tool paths, you need to check the boxes for all those you want saved. If you forgot one, it will not get saved to the file you send them to. For example, I did not check the 5th one on this project, so it did not make it up in the "saved" list. Only 1-4 made it.
    upload_2022-5-3_18-48-55.png

    Once you get the hang of Vcarve you will find it is very powerful and well worth the money. I absolutely love it.
     

    Attached Files:

    Alex Chambers likes this.

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice