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Created by [[User:choffman|Christopher Hoffman]] in December 2018.
 
Created by [[User:choffman|Christopher Hoffman]] in December 2018.
 
[[File:Cutting_Board_Gift_Final_Project.jpg|border|right|400px|Cutting Board with Final Product]]
 
[[File:Cutting_Board_Gift_Final_Project.jpg|border|right|400px|Cutting Board with Final Product]]
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[[File:Closeup_of_Name_Engrave.jpg|border|right|350px|Keychains in Holder]]
  
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== Prerequisites ==
 
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Basic knowledge of the [[K40_Laser_Cutter|K40 Laser Cutter]]; how to send Gcode to the laser, and how to load gcode into LinuxCNC on the K40.
 
  
 
== Premade Files - DXF and CamBam ==
 
== Premade Files - DXF and CamBam ==
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[[https://drive.google.com/a/gainesvillehackerspace.org/file/d/1R4ju7R_E93b62_CftwLI3OASwuQ_NxMQ/view?usp=sharing Download the pre-made CamBam File]], which includes a sample Filagree and Name, as well as the settings. It uses the standard [[K40_Laser_Cutter|K40 Laser - Engrave]] styles.
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Here is a pre-made CamBam file which includes a sample Filagree and Name, as well as the settings. It uses the standard [[K40_Laser_Cutter|K40 Laser - Engrave]] styles.
  
 
== Steps ==
 
== Steps ==
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<li>Customize Name</li>
 
<li>Customize Name</li>
 
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| [[File:Cutting_Board_Cambam.PNG|thumb|400px]]
 
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<li>Generate the Gcode</li>
 
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<li>Save the Gcode as two separate files by right clicking each file and select '''Produce Gcode'''. One for the Filagree, and one for the name</li>
 
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<li>Saving as two files allows you to only need to recreate the name gcode if you want to make multiple, and reuse the unchanged Filagree gcode</li>
 
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<li>Place the Cutting Board in the Laser Cutter</li>
 
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<li>Use the '''(-50,-25))mm Jig''' to align the cutting board. Make sure the edge of the cutting board is flush with the edge of the jig.</li>
 
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| [[File:Cutting_Board_Placement.jpg|thumb|400px]]
 
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<li>Load the Filagree gcode into Linux CNC</li>
 
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<li>Use VNC Viewer to remote into the laser cutter, and load the Filagree gcode file you created.</li>
 
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| [[File:Selecting_Filagree.jpg|thumb|400px]]
 
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<li>Engrave Filagree</li>
 
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<li>Set the laser power to about [[:File:Cutting_Board_Power.jpg 9 o'clock]], which should be ~3.5mA on the gauge.</li>
 
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<li>Start the Gcode through LinuxCNC to start the engrave.</li>
 
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| [[File:Cutting_Board_Filagree.jpg|thumb|400px]]
 
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<li>Engrave Name</li>
 
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<li>Load the Name gcode into LinuxCNC</li>
 
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<li>'''Without moving the cutting board or adjusting laser intensity''', start the Gcode through LinuxCNC.</li>
 
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| [[File:Cutting_Board_Name_Engrave.jpg|thumb|400px]]
 
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<li>Finishing</li>
 
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<li>Use 220 git sandpaper to lightly sand away any smoke marks or other imperfections.</li>
 
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<li>Finish with food-appropriate oil/lacquer if desired.</li>
 
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| [[File:Cutting_Board_Gift_Final_Project.jpg|thumb|400px]]
 
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== Other Uses ==
 
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This sample template can be used on more than just cutting boards! Try it with different materials, or different personalized gifts!
 
  
  
 
[[Category:Projects]]
 
[[Category:Projects]]
 
[[Category:Laser Cutter]]
 
[[Category:Laser Cutter]]

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