Laguna Tools MCNC Creator Pro I-24P, Manual

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MCNC Creator Pro I-24P
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i. Place the device on top of the material, centered under the cutting tool. It is
recommended using the top of the material, however, be sure to select this in the
design software when setting up the material parameters.
ii. With material that is not uniform in thickness, the top of the spoil board may be used
for the tool touch-off device placement. Again, be sure that the selection in the
software matches the chosen location of the device.
b. Once the device is in place and centered
under the bit, press the Menu and Spindle to
start the touch of procedure. If done correctly,
the router head will slowly lower until the bit
contacts the device and then return to a raised
position. The Z-Axis Origin is now
programmed.
i. With combination commands, it may be
easier to hold down Menu, press Spindle
and then let go of both together.
ii. It may be noted that a delay occurs during touch-off. The bit may make contact, raise
just slightly and slowly lower again to calibrate. This is a normal occurrence and may
happen randomly.
c. More fragile bits may require that the Z-Axis Origin be set manually without the use of the
touch-off device to prevent the tooling from breaking. To set the Z-0 point manually.
i. Place the controller into Step mode and slowly lower the router head while rotating
the tolling by hand until resistance is felt as the bit contracts the workpiece.
ii. For more precise placement, use a thin piece of paper. Slide the paper back and
forth on the material until drag is felt as the tooling presses against the paper and
material.
iii. Once lowered to the desired location, use the Z-0 button to program the Z-Axis origin.
CAUTION
It is recommended that the Z-Axis Origin be set relative to the
top of the work material to reduce risk of cutting into the
worktable.
Figure 4-4: Gantry