V carve CNC

This class on the CNC router focuses on the workflow for routing a 2D design programmed in F-Engrave. Taking a pre drawn vector graphic image, the students will create a G-code program using F-Engrave software. Each student will go through the steps of setting up the tooling and workpiece, loading the program and cutting the parts on the CNC router. Students will make a small wooden keepsake.

In the process we’ll cover,

Use F-Engrave to generate a toolpath
Importing vectorized drawings
Contours and layers
Tool selection and discussion of tool choice
Feed and Speed (use FSWizard app)
Cut simulation
Exporting gcode
Reviewing gcode as a text file
LinuxCNC
Importing gcode
Homing the machine
Workpiece Clamping
Vacuum table
Screws
Clamps
Chip extraction
Tool changes
Starting/Pausing/E-stopping operation