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= Checklist Explanations =
= Checklist Explanations =
==Job Setup==
== Job Setup ==
===Material Setup===
Creating a new job in VCarve will open the ''Job Setup'' form. The options listed here will define the cutting material that you will affix to the ShopBot's spoilboard.
=== Material Setup ===
*''Size'': enter material lengths along the x- and y-axis
*''Z Zero'': selects whether material or table surface is set as Z = 0.0
*''Thickness'': enter material thickness of your material along the z-axis
=== Origin ===
=== Origin ===
==Tool Setup==
==Tool Setup==

Revision as of 18:23, 8 September 2025

Overview

This document provides detailed explanations for the steps provided in VCarve Checklist. Click the backlinks in each section to return to the associated checklist item.

Todos

- Add video links & link to PDF section / written explanations

Checklist Explanations

Job Setup

Creating a new job in VCarve will open the Job Setup form. The options listed here will define the cutting material that you will affix to the ShopBot's spoilboard.

Material Setup

  • Size: enter material lengths along the x- and y-axis
  • Z Zero: selects whether material or table surface is set as Z = 0.0
  • Thickness: enter material thickness of your material along the z-axis

Origin

Tool Setup

Feed Rate

Chip Load

Toolpath Setup

Cutting Depth

Advanced Path

Pass Depths & Plunges

Toolpath Preview

Toolpath Export