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==Training and Documentation== | |||
The Precix PC uses Mach3 to control the CNC. It also has a Makerspace licensed version of VCarve Pro installed which you can use in conjunction with the Client you are going to install as per the instructions below. | The Precix PC uses Mach3 to control the CNC. It also has a Makerspace licensed version of VCarve Pro installed which you can use in conjunction with the Client you are going to install as per the instructions below. | ||
Members must complete the [https://my.protospace.ca/courses/428 Basic CNC Wood Router course] to use this tool. | Members must complete the [https://my.protospace.ca/courses/428 Basic CNC Wood Router course] to use this tool. | ||
====VCarve==== | ====VCarve==== | ||
'''Note:''' You can install and run VCarve Pro Makerspace Client Edition on your home PC or Laptop. This allows you to create VCarve files that you can then bring in to Protospace and create G-Code files on the licensed workstations in the space. | '''Note:''' You can install and run VCarve Pro Makerspace Client Edition on your home PC or Laptop. This allows you to create VCarve files that you can then bring in to Protospace and create G-Code files on the licensed workstations in the space. | ||
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[[File:Pngkit pointing-finger-png 65553.png|100x60px|]] | [[File:Pngkit pointing-finger-png 65553.png|100x60px|]] | ||
For [[VCarve-Makerspace-Client-instructions|Instructions for installing, licensing, and Using VCarve Pro Makerspace Client click here]]. | For [[VCarve-Makerspace-Client-instructions|Instructions for installing, licensing, and Using VCarve Pro Makerspace Client click here]]. | ||
====MACH3==== | ====MACH3==== | ||
Mach3 has an optimized, custom screen set installed, although if you wish, you can change it back to the traditional screen. Just remember to return it to the custom set when you are finished. | Mach3 has an optimized, custom screen set installed, although if you wish, you can change it back to the traditional screen. Just remember to return it to the custom set when you are finished. | ||
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The T-Nuts can be damaged by either over-tightening them, or by pulling them off vertical. Please be smart and not too aggressive. | The T-Nuts can be damaged by either over-tightening them, or by pulling them off vertical. Please be smart and not too aggressive. | ||
===Quick start guide for running a job=== | ===Quick start guide for running a job=== | ||
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[[File:Mach3 startup sequence.png|thumb|Startup sequence for Mach 3]] | [[File:Mach3 startup sequence.png|thumb|Startup sequence for Mach 3]] | ||
==Machine Overview== | |||
'''Bed size''': 5'(1.524m) x 10'(3.048m) x 11"(0.2794m) | '''Bed size''': 5'(1.524m) x 10'(3.048m) x 11"(0.2794m) | ||
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Cut a new dust boot | Cut a new dust boot | ||
[https://forum.protospace.ca/t/precix-fixture-plate-spoil-design-revision/1391 Replace current fixture board with a fixture + spoilboard] | [https://forum.protospace.ca/t/precix-fixture-plate-spoil-design-revision/1391 Replace current fixture board with a fixture + spoilboard] | ||
== Maintenance == | |||
* deep clean yearly | |||
* [add more] | |||
==Machine history== | |||
The Precix CNC was originally pitched by Scott Y. on Feb 7th, 2020. It's purchase for the spaced was voted on during the Feb 20th, 2020 meeting. | The Precix CNC was originally pitched by Scott Y. on Feb 7th, 2020. It's purchase for the spaced was voted on during the Feb 20th, 2020 meeting. | ||