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G-Code, CAD, and CAM => G-Code, CAD, and CAM discussions => Topic started by: XavierZ on November 22, 2007, 10:25:10 AM

Title: Text engraving on a wheel
Post by: XavierZ on November 22, 2007, 10:25:10 AM

Is there any way to use Lcam to generate Gcode for engraving texts on a wheel (rings, counters). I have a four-axis CNC mill running Mach3. Thanks for response, Xavier

Title: Re: Text engraving on a wheel
Post by: Graham Waterworth on November 22, 2007, 10:46:07 AM

If you draw a rectangular box the length of the circumference of your ring/counter in the y axis and fit your text into it.

Then configure your A axis so that it is linear, work the steps out for 1" or 1mm of arc at the circumference of the ring.

Post out the code and change all the Y axis moves to A.

Run the program at your own risk.

Or

Use a CAM system.

Graham.

Title: Re: Text engraving on a wheel
Post by: XavierZ on November 22, 2007, 11:06:24 AM

Great, I understand and will try it. have a nice thanksgiving day!

Title: Re: Text engraving on a wheel
Post by: Graham Waterworth on November 22, 2007, 11:29:08 AM

Let me know how you get on,  :)

Graham.