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- Load the desired G-code using the File drop down and selecting "load new file" | - Load the desired G-code using the File drop down and selecting "load new file" | ||
- Make sure drawing zero matches machine part zero | - Make sure drawing zero matches machine part zero | ||
+ | - If cutting aluminum or cooling is desired, insert the blue hose from the air regulator in fume hood #3 into the clear tubing zip-tied to the spindle. Turn on fume hood air valve (regulator should be at 40 psi). | ||
- Start Job | - Start Job | ||
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* Max stepdown is limited to .05" in metal and .1" in wood | * Max stepdown is limited to .05" in metal and .1" in wood | ||
* Work area is limited to 24" x 18" x 3.5" x,y,z | * Work area is limited to 24" x 18" x 3.5" x,y,z | ||
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====Choosing tools==== | ====Choosing tools==== | ||
Many tools are optimized for different materials, and although a 2 flute endmill can do most operations, it is not always ideal. Single and duel high helix endmills are available for plastics, woods, and composites, with carbide endmills and burs available for abrasive materials like glass fiber reinforced materials such as circuit boards. | Many tools are optimized for different materials, and although a 2 flute endmill can do most operations, it is not always ideal. Single and duel high helix endmills are available for plastics, woods, and composites, with carbide endmills and burs available for abrasive materials like glass fiber reinforced materials such as circuit boards. | ||
Feeds and speeds can be found {{ : | Feeds and speeds can be found {{ : | ||
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====File Types==== | ====File Types==== | ||
G-Code files will be posted with the file extension .nc. G-code files can be opened directly into a text editor if necessary to preview or edit the desired code or opened within HSM-Works to send to a machine. | G-Code files will be posted with the file extension .nc. G-code files can be opened directly into a text editor if necessary to preview or edit the desired code or opened within HSM-Works to send to a machine. | ||
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+ | ====Test Part==== | ||
+ | Training will focus the machine set up and use, not directly on the CAM and its accompanying software HSM Works. Before training, please take a look at and try your hand at creating the CAM for this [[https:// | ||
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=====Shopbot Desktop Quick Review===== | =====Shopbot Desktop Quick Review===== |
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