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Post by kec-10238 on Oct 31, 2017 15:57:37 GMT
did first test of a v-carved plaque. I used vectric v-carve engraving tool path with a 1/4" v-engraving bit. Set the flat depth at .125". I went too deep for the bit size But overall extremely happy with the results - especially the detail left with a bit that size. Had the router set at 4.5. feed rate was 50 ipm/plunge was 25 ipm. I most certainly consider this a success even tho I went to deep as the next version will correct that. I also have 1/8" engraving bits but I didn't want to wait (many passes) for the results - so I cheated a bit. This is a plaque I originally engraved (sandblasted) in glass and just used the artwork with no modifications for the tool size in case you are wondering...lol...It's just a test.    |
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Post by Derek the Admin on Oct 31, 2017 17:13:06 GMT
I think that looks great, even if a hair or two too deep. The only people that would ever think that are CNC guys like us though.
Mind if I share it on FB. If so, would you like me to reference your company?
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Post by kec-10238 on Oct 31, 2017 17:38:08 GMT
thanks....sure-go ahead
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Post by breslinmr on Oct 31, 2017 19:28:24 GMT
Looks good to me 👍👏
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Post by dare on Nov 1, 2017 1:41:19 GMT
Impressive. I need to get a V-bit or two. I have some tiny ones for PCB engraving, but nothing for letterform carvings like this.
Can I ask where you got this bit? Thanks
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Post by kevin on Nov 1, 2017 1:42:43 GMT
That is great work. I never cease to be impressed what people with skill can do with these machines.
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Post by Bruce on Nov 1, 2017 12:35:28 GMT
Very nice work. Are you going to clear coat that or do something else with it?
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Post by kec-10238 on Nov 1, 2017 14:43:23 GMT
Impressive. I need to get a V-bit or two. I have some tiny ones for PCB engraving, but nothing for letterform carvings like this. Can I ask where you got this bit? Thanks 60 degree v-bit (engraving) 1/4" precisebits.com |
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Post by kec-10238 on Nov 1, 2017 14:46:58 GMT
Very nice work. Are you going to clear coat that or do something else with it? I may test some clears on it to see what they do to the finish on these fiberboard plaques. Other than that it was just a test. Next versions I will try various types of masking before engraving for paint fill purposes. |
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Post by mrspicman on Nov 1, 2017 18:40:42 GMT
Looks great regardless! I love the effects of working with v-bits
Cheers!
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Post by Jerry on Nov 4, 2017 1:59:31 GMT
Looks great
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