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  1. Need Help Gerber Sabre 408 issues

    Hello, I have been working with a Gerber Sabre 408 flatbed router for a few years and I have a new issue I can't seem to solve on my own. We recently had to get a new computer and router motor. the software is the Artpath 7.0 the new router motor is a Bora. This is our second Bora head the first...
  2. Overcut Compensation is VERY strange

    I can not figure out how to get Overcut Compensation to work right. (See screenshot) No matter what I put in the field, whether negative or positive, tiny or large, the cuts go wild and do not compensate at all — it just makes a mess. My primary blade overcuts by .25”, so entering -0.25” or...
  3. I have a project where the client wants 2" depth Aluminium dimensionals studded for install no illumination.

    We have a cnc but I've never routed a 2" sheet and I'm sure that would be incredibly expensive. So is this a job for Gemini, or what would you do to make the 2" depth aluminum letters? 1/4" ones I think we do in ACM and paint. Thanks for your ideas
  4. Need Help Reading Onyx Barcode on Colex Sharpcut

    Greetings all. We've recently added flat bed cutting permissions to Onyx to give us the ability to tile long mural runs and cut on our Colex Sharpcut. Works exactly as we had hoped. My question is the Onyx barcode and what we need in order to scan at our Colex and automate our process even...
  5. Gasketing contour cut material - tips?

    Hey y'all -- wondering if anyone has any unique tips for getting a good gasket on contour cut parts? We print a lot of CNC cut pieces. The more complex the cut, the more time it takes. More frustratingly, with interior corners / curves, it's not infrequent that, if there isn't a perfect gasket...
  6. Calibration issues on a multicam 3000

    I am running a 8 tool multicam 3000. Lets say I touch off material and table using a 1/4" bit, when I change tool to lets say a 1/16" bit the max depth changes and its almost guaranteed that I'm cutting deeper or shallower than if I would of touched off using the 1/16" bit at the beginning of...
  7. Question V Grooving bit to make french cleats?

    Hello, I wanted to make 1/2 PVC french cleats using my CNC router (( Colex Sharpcut)) because using the table saw is very messy. I found a V groove bit that cuts at 90 degree angle ((Onsrud 37-87)) but it requires a 1/2” collet which I dont have. Does anyone have a better idea? I can only make...
  8. i-cut Production Console Alternative for Kongsberg C64?

    Hey all, We have a range of CNCs and software that we're slowly standardizing as we grow. The only software that consistently have issues with is i-cut Production Console for our C64. Does anyone know of any software we can run in its place? Optiscout would be my usual go-to here, but they...
  9. Suggestions Recommendations for Printing/Sign-making Auction Websites

    Good day everyone! I hope you guys are doing well. Can anybody recommend any printing/sign-making auction USA sites? The ones I know are: https://www.bidspotter.com/, https://www.globalgarage.com/, https://www.wirebids.com/, https://www.govdeals.com/, and https://www.ebay.com/ Also I am...
  10. Gerber 408 CNC Spoil/Waste Board Tips?

    Hey! I have a 408 Gerber with vaccuum board, as for now the original waste/spoil board is pretty much non existent, it's like 1-2mm left and many places the bare alu boards under are shown. So! It's about time to get it changed, I've read a lot of people using MDF without even routing the...
  11. Can you identify this channel letter bender?

    Good morning everyone. Today's challenge is to identify this piece of equipment. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I can't seem to find anything to identify the manufacturer. I was thinking Ving? Definitily Chinese? I have attached a few pictures and can provide more detailed photos...
  12. Suggestions Gerber dimension 200E

    My Gerber dimension 200E will cut correctly for the first but completely goes off during the second routing path. We have changed the Z stepper motor but that did not solve the problem. Gerber no longer supports the software or machine, any suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thank
  13. CNC Router recommendation

    Getting ready to purchase my first CNC router with a 4 x 8 table. Tight budget and won't be doing anything but cutting ACM and polycarbonate at first. Any recommendations from those who already have one?
  14. Creative ways to make money with CNC

    We recently got a CNC machine. Looking for creative ways to make money with it! After all, if the machine isn't running - I'm not making any money!!! Thanks in advance..
  15. Enroute, Vcarve Pro, or Aspire

    Hey Guys, I'm new to CNC. Purchased a Colex Sharpcut Pro with 5hp spindle a few months ago. I've been through most of the basics and I'm now looking to learn about some 3d routing. Mostly debossed "carved" signs but also some embossed pyramid letter type stuff. Most of my useage is interior...
  16. Gerber/MCT Cutter Q&A

    We just purchased Gerber's MCT Cutter with router and variety of knife cutting tools. We're new to CNC and looking for any assistance out there, especially those familiar with MCT, TigerVision and Onyx Thrive 19 software. I don't have any specific questions at the moment, but interested in...
  17. COLEX or ESKO

    Hello All, I am looking for your great opinions and suggestions. We are in a position to purchase our first CNC machine and i am about to make a decision this weekend. We just signed our purchase on the flatbed and working on the Cutting table next We narrowed down our selection to ESKO X24...
  18. Need Help Exporting Multiple cut files in Onyx RIP from same file?

    When printing a file with a cut path in Onyx RIP we specify Summa or I-cut for our cutting department. once we specify what one then it has to be cut on that machine. My question is there a way to print the file and have Onyx setup and export BOTH cut files so that when the print gets over to...
  19. New to CNC Routing

    We just got a "Industrial CNC Router." Thats the name of the brand i guess. Either way, it uses Mach3 and we use BobCam to create the G-Codes. We've done test cuts on different materials, mostly .080 aluminum and the finish product looks great with an 1/8 and 1/4 inch bit. We also wanted to...
  20. Need Help Industrial CNC Router

    Hi I just purchased IND CNC ( Industrial CNC) router but have not used it yet. Im still working on the electric part . I had to order a 3 phase converter for the vacuum pump. Has anyone had any experience with this brand? Anyone available in the OC area for professional training? Thanks
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