Re: code generation?

--- In CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com, "Brian Sherwood" <lurch@t...>
wrote:

> Hi again to all--
> Been playing wiht a couple demo software packages while waiting for

my

> CNC mill to arrive...all I can say is ouch!...
>
> Well, ok...I got my layout for the first piece saved as a

AutoCAD .dwg

> [and also as a .dxf]...it's milling a design into the face of the
> workpiece, all one depth, basically 2-D work. The AutoCAD is all
> linework, no more.

> Tried the DeskCNC demo...it only allows me to select the two parts
> that SuperCAM blows up.

In DeskCNC, after you select the geometry, try "Toolpaths". Contour
for open or closed shapes or pocket for closed only. The DXF file
must be at Z=0.

Use Compensation=none for simple engraving as you described.

It works fine for most people.

Best Regards, Fred Smith- IMService

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