Vectric ltd, precision house, alcester, warwickshire b49 6hn, united kingdom. Bits and end mills for beginners cnc for the absolute beginner. After evaluating several cad cam software programs we have found that vectric s vcarve pro and aspire programs are the easiest to learn and provide the biggest bang for the buck. Vectric aspire vectric vcarve tutorials become a cnc master with vectric vcarve video course for new beginners every experienced cnc machine user or designer knows that when you are starting work with any cam software you are stuck with a. Check out this cribbage board project made by beki in our vectric labs. Answers to the most commonly asked questions about vectric software and related topics. Vcarve inlay rapid, accurate, versatile, and easy to use. Vectric is truely passionate about cnc and this video introduces you to the world of vectric software. Each project comes with the files for you to download, along with a pdf document that highlights some of the key important steps to help you get through your project. This free project, created by michael tyler for vectric, is a vcarved wall clock. Paradise box from vectric monthly newsletter aspire 4 tutorial produced with cyberlink powerdirector 11 adobe after effects adobe premiere pro thanks to michael tyler thanks to vectric. Step 2 run the project when you are satisfied with your settings, save the toolpaths to the appropriate post processor for your machine, place your material on your machine bed and proceed to run the project files.
Vcarving for the absolute beginner part 2 basic text project. Carvebuddy is a premium supplier of cnc art models, patterns, and projects for use in all of the most popular cnc machines and software on the market. Tutorials from vectric the first set of tutorials, as seen below, are a subset of instructional tutorials that can be found on the vectric web site. This months free project, created by michael tyler for vectric, is the decorative irish blessing box that you can see to the right. The files and pdf tutorial are available free of charge to all aspire 4 and vcarve pro 7 users.
We demonstrate how we can make use of the geometry and smart snapping to help us draw vectors efficiently and we show you various ways. Vcarving for the absolute beginner part 2 a simple text project more. Theres strength in numbers and our community has more than 18,000 members and is growing every day. This series of training videos will help you get started programming with vectric s vcave pro and aspire cad cam software. Ill calculate 2 toolpaths in the vectric software, then compare and. This manual is designed to provide a comprehensive description of all the functions, tools, menus and icons available within the vcarve desktop software package access this document from vcarve desktop s help menu help contents or from the vcarve desktop folder in the program section of your windows start menu user guides, tutorial and training.
Vectric cut2d developed for people who working only with a 2d file to create amazing works. In a post from april 7, 2015, fleming described a method of producing text on text carvings. Vcarving for the absolute beginner part 1 how it works. For more information on our products or to download the free trial head over to. Each class focuses on the cadcam tools built into the program. The web browser offers a number of tutorial videos and associated files, presented either by project or feature category to help you to learn about the software. The tutorial video browser will open your default web browser typically internet explorer, chrome or firefox depending on your windows setup and personal preference.
Featuring compatibility with nearly all cnc machines early printing presses used. Free cnc projects vectric ltd passionate about cnc. In this class you will learn how to program your very first project using vectric s vcarve or aspire software. The finished dimensions of this project are approximately 14 x. Welcome to another free, fully documented vectric project tutorial, created by michael tyler using vectric s vcarve pro software to produce the paradise box.
Whether you have advice that you want to share, youre looking for inspiration or you want to join your fellow creatives in an exciting new project, the vectric forum is the ideal place to head over to. Access the most up to date versions of all the vectric programs. Through the portal you cant reach all of michaels project of the month. Click on the my first project image to play the training video. To get started you have a few options, by default all tutorial videos are displayed in the recommended order, this will help you understand all of the features within the software, however we appreciate that you may only be using vectric software to accomplish a specific type of job, like sign making for instance. In addition, most of the projects are accompanied by their own video that tells the story of the project from start to finish. This months vectric project features a highly decorative chip carve motif and can be enjoyed by those using the latest versions of vcarve pro and aspire. Its worth it if you need that one really nice project though. Designed for vectric by michael tyler designed by michael tyler august 20. Thanks for posting bekis excellent tutorial about the zank vcarve inlay procedureit is a really nice and clear introduction to the techniques. Click on the links below to download and view the associated files.
Vectric project tutorial designed for vectric by michael tyler designed by michael tyler january 2015. All projects we release are compatible with the latest version. Vectric ltd 2 sided user group project 2017 facebook. Welcome to another free, fully documented vectric project tutorial, created by michael. Ive been a member for many years and we used to be able to go to vectric home page and one clic. The twosided project comes complete with two attractive side panel designs for you to choose from. How can i import the image if my pdf does not contain vector information. Software specific video tutorials, tips, tricks and downloadable supporting files. Selecting this option will export all of the vectors contained on the specified sheets and layers. Project tutorial it is our pleasure to provide vectric ltd.
Aspire vectric tutorial making a 3d relief duration. This tutorial shows how cut3d can be used to machine 2 sides of a 3d model, using tabs to hold the part in place during machining and only cutting to the silhouette boundary of the 3d model. It is vcarve pros unique ability to correctly handle the bevels on. Featuring compatibility with nearly all cnc machines. Our online user community is a great resource for knowledge, ideas and inspiration. Each project comes complete with the files for you to download, along with a pdf document that highlights some of the important steps throughout the project. Featuring compatibility with nearly all cnc machines cnc bits used for. Insert the two alignment dowel pins into the holes in the spoilboard and replace the board onto the pins with the plain side up and reapply your holddown method. Designed for vectric by michael tyler designed by michael tyler june 2015.
Each month we give away the project files, set of instructions, how to video and a list of materials to give you inspiration and guidance on new projects. I sent support a note about the free projects as well as the tutorials not. After machining that side, flip the board over across the shortest width. Can vectric software run plasmawater jet machine tools.
Here you can download free ebook for new beginners in vectric aspire, vcarve and cut2d. Vectric ltd alcester, warwickshire, united kingdom facebook. The files and pdf tutorial are available free of charge to all aspire 4 and. Router projectscnc routerfree ebookspdftutorialscnc milling. Download the step by step pdf instructions listed under each class. The project is free to download and comes with a video tutorial, pdf and cnc files. Vectric project tutorial designed for vectric by michael tyler designed by michael tyler may 20. The project features a design style known as tole one stroke painting which you can see carved into both the front and back panels. The files and pdf tutorial are available free of charge to all aspire 4 and higher users.
This video shows how to access the project toolpath onto 3d model option and the effect it has on the toolpath then following the shape of a 3d model once its been calculated. Ive done a lot of carving with a lot of detail and its a lot of work. Keyboard shortcuts single page user guide vectric website tutorial videos user forum. Ill calculate 2 toolpaths in the vectric software, then compare and contrast. The pdf export form allows vectors within your drawings to be exported into pdf format. I have made 3 open books in total now and the video tutorial on the vectric page was perfect. Vectric cut2d full step by step video course for new. Another free project for vectric users inventables.
The tutorials have associated video footage that will make learning to use this software more interesting and enjoyable. He documented his process in a file called text on text vcarving. Secondly, tutorials are an excellent idea incubator for coming up with new ideas, where you can use the tutorial project as a jumping off point, and then modify the project to your personal needs. The following video tutorials explain how to use photovcarve and introduce the key features in the software. Featuring compatibility with nearly all cnc machines cnc bits used for the sample. In this section of the manual the initial creation of. And with that much detail its a lot of work smoothing it all out. Vinlays 2 vcarve inlay rapid, accurate, versatile, and easy to use fast cutting using standard bits eliminates handling of individual pieces. This is a beginners guide to drawing vectors in the software.
This is not an endorsement, paid or otherwise, of aspire, vcarve pro, vectric. Vectrics free projects come complete with thorough documentation, including an. Did you know there are already over 100 projects free for vectric customers to take advantage of and were working on more every month. Procedure for designing and machining vinlay projects developed by paul zank and damien durrant. In addition to the tutorials contained on your installation disks, vectric periodically add videos to thesupport website. Tonight we open up the floor to answer your questions. Watch the supporting tutorial videos the video camera icon indicates there is a video file for that particular section of the manual.