Gerber CNC
Prerequisites for Gerber CNC Badging:
- Prior Experience Required: Before getting certified for the Gerber, members must:
- Be already badged and experienced on the Shapeoko.
- Have experience performing operations like through-cuts, engraving, etc.
- Have completed a minimum of 3 projects on the Shapeoko.
- Safety Benchmark:
- Members should have a clean track record with no incidents such as hitting workholding clamps or cutting into the table.
Safety Rules for Gerber CNC Operation:
- Tape Perimeter Barrier:
- This barrier must be erected whenever possible when the CNC is in operation.
- Safety Buddy Requirement:
- If a member needs to be inside the perimeter for any reason while the tool is powered, they must have a safety buddy present.
- Emergency Stop (Estop) Usage:
- The Estop button must be pressed whenever tool changes are made.
- Stay Attentive:
- Operators must remain with the machine while it's running. Do not leave it unattended.
- Responsibility for Others:
- Operators are responsible for the safety of others in the vicinity.
- Ensure others are at a safe distance and out of harm's way when the machine is in operation.
Badging video timestamp notes:
00:00:00 Prerequisites & Safety
00:03:22 Materials to use/avoid
00:04:00 Stay with the machine
00:04:24 Workflow
00:06:00 Using VCarve Pro
00: 07:00 Zeroing & datums
00:08:22 VCarve Pro Tools
00:12:48 CAM - Making a tool path
00:16:57 Z gap
00:18:30 Feeds & Speeds
00:21:43 Set inside, outside, on the line cut
00:23:17 Tabs
00:24:28 Simulate tool path
00:25:40 Save tool path & post processor
00:27:40 3D Engraving
00:30:40 Fonts
00:31:50 Machine overview
00:34:08 Machine startup procedure
00:37:50 E Stops
00:39:00 Homing & manual jogging
00:43:45 Manual Data Input
00:47:45 Securing workpiece
00:50:40 Installing bits into collets
00:54:36 Loading GCode from flash drive onto machine
00:56:37 Setting new origin [relative to workpiece]
01:04:00 Vacuum table & clamping tips
01:06:45 Test running your design in the air
01:07:32 Pausing and resuming
01:10:10 Engraving pass
01:12:40 Cleanup
Community Facilitators are volunteers who to advise MakeHaven members on projects and show members how to use the tools.
Facilitator hours will be BY APPOINTMENT during their listed hours. To make an appointment, contact the facilitator directly via Slack. To prevent unnecessary space access during the pandemic, facilitators will not be in the space unless they have an appointment. Note that some facilitators are available only for online virtual appointments at this time. Any questions please email info@makehaven.org.
Community Facilitators are volunteers who to advise MakeHaven members on projects and show members how to use the tools.
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Adam WorkLasers & Woodworking |