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Software for blackbox and killerbee CNC

Discussion in 'Concepts and Ideas' started by Wooden Signs, Jul 21, 2022.

  1. Wooden Signs

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    I am in the process of building my killerbee CNC and have decided to use the Openbuilds Blackbox.

    I now need to establish what software I need.

    Perhaps I should explain what I wish to achieve so others can advise me what to try. I just want to do text on wood, so 2D software to start off with.

    Interested in both free and paid.

    Thanks
     
    #1 Wooden Signs, Jul 21, 2022
  2. Alex Chambers

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    #2 Alex Chambers, Jul 21, 2022
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  3. David the swarfer

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  4. Gary Caruso

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    I think you will want to be able to V carve your text, look up the difference between 2D text and V carving.
    The way I do it is SVG files from inkscape or any other source and Estlcam. I'm not sure if Opencam can V-carve yet?
    Cheers
    Gary
     
    #4 Gary Caruso, Jul 22, 2022

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