Intermediate Memorial Plaque

Machine Type:

OpenBuilds WorkBee

Software:

Vectric V-carve

Electronics:

Other Controller

Machine Time:

3 & 1/2 hours

Bit or Laser Size:

0.5 mm tapered ballnose, 45 degree V bit

Feeds & Speeds:

14K rpm, 600 - 2400 min/min

Materials:

Slate

Trial run for a memorial plaque for my wife's grave.
JPG converted to low relief (STL) using blender.
Slate machined on my Workbee (upgraded with linear rails)
0.5 mm tapered ballnose for the low relief, 45 degree V bit for the lettering.
Started at 14 K rpm, 600 mm/min. Increased to 1200 mm/min during the job.
Lettering added at 2400 mm/min, 0.25 mm doc, 1 mm flat depth.
Waterbath used for cooling and to control dust.