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Next, plug the thumb drive containing the .tap file into the LCD Pendant using the usb port on
the right hand side of the Pendant.

The USB button will now become accessible, press it now.

Next select the appropriate tap file. (Tap files only allow 8 characters so be sure you have
unique identifying names )

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Summary of Contents for CNC PIRANHA Fx

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Page 2: ...HE MOST RECENT MANUALS DRIVERS AND OTHER SOFTWARE PLEASE VISIT THE DOWNLOAD PAGE LOCATED ON OUR WEBSITE AT http nextwaveautomation com CNC Piranha FX XL is a registered trademark of Next Wave Automati...

Page 3: ...makers of the designing software that is supplied with your machine Please understand our support is designed around making sure your machine is running correctly and the designing piece is really a p...

Page 4: ...des here for safe keeping Your software may vary depending on the CNC Piranha FX XL model purchased Controller Serial Number ____________________________________________ LCD Pendant Serial Number ____...

Page 5: ...15 Using the Touch Plate Accessory 18 Piranha XL Exclusive Features 20 CNC Piranha FX XL Specifications 21 General 21 Rates and Accuracy 21 Computer Requirements 21 Installing the CNC Piranha FX XL Po...

Page 6: ...sory provided the necessary CNC Piranha FX XL machine component is returned to Next Wave Automation shipping prepaid with proof of purchase and within the warranty period Next Wave Automation disclaim...

Page 7: ...off the power strip the power strip s on off switch serves the same purpose as the E Stop button on the Piranha FX XL Controller Interface For this reason it is recommended that you use power strips w...

Page 8: ...ha FX XL table and gantry This includes areas alongside the table where the gantry travels 7 Never leave the CNC Piranha FX XL unattended while it is running A work piece slippage unexpected cutting e...

Page 9: ...ller Interface and power supply This provides a second means of an emergency stop if needed The CNC Piranha FX XL machine is not designed to work with fluids The router is a dry router Do not cut with...

Page 10: ...highest accuracy The CNC Piranha FX XL is constructed of steel aluminum and high density polyethylene for a robust long lasting and high tolerance machine The CNC Piranha FX XL comes with Vectric s D...

Page 11: ...he Controller Interface may be connected using a USB cable plugged into a USB 2 0 capable plug This will require you to download and use the Piranha FX XL Control Panel software is to communicate to t...

Page 12: ...e lifting it by the gantry or table can cause misalignment WARNING The axis cable connectors should never be disconnected or re connected while there is power to the Controller Interface Doing so can...

Page 13: ...hat minimizes overlap even amongst cables of the same purpose This will reduce any opportunity for signal interference because of cables laying on top of each other Plug the Piranha FX XL Power Supply...

Page 14: ...C Piranha FX XL you will see a screen like the image below Press continue CNC Piranha FX XL Welcome Screen Next you will see your CNC Piranha FX XL s serial number and firmware information Record this...

Page 15: ...administrator rights to register because of school security restraints If you received a registration error message there are a couple things to try assuming you have an internet connection 1 Use a di...

Page 16: ...Once your design is ready you will use VCarve to generate one or multiple toolpaths depending on what you are trying to do to your project profiles drilling carving etc All require separate toolpaths...

Page 17: ...a corner or center of the work piece Once you have it in position you press the Zero xyz button answer yes to reset zero and this becomes the starting and stopping place for this project You can plac...

Page 18: ...ing the tap file into the LCD Pendant using the usb port on the right hand side of the Pendant The USB button will now become accessible press it now Next select the appropriate tap file Tap files onl...

Page 19: ...the part You ll notice you have complete control to pause and resume should you need to check something remember to turn router off if your adjusting the work piece The slide bar for speed override a...

Page 20: ...dant Next press the App button and go to the Touch Plate Setup App Attach the magnet to the router bit collar and place the plate on top of the material directly under the bit Then Tap Press to Run an...

Page 21: ...sible if you are using a solid carbide bit If you re placing the magnet to the collet and you re not using a high precision collet from Next Wave made from stainless steel you can have some inconsiste...

Page 22: ...hes to the back of the Piranha XL controller The RPCU has a power outlet on it specifically and only for the router power cable Do not use any other power cables in this outlet The other cable connect...

Page 23: ...axis Work table T Slotted Extruded Aluminum Rates and Accuracy Resolution 0 001 inch Reproduction accuracy depends on the precision of the setup and alignment but is in the same range or better High...

Page 24: ...well Currently there are 2 sets of post processor files One set is used with VCarve Cut 3D and Aspire One set is unique and used only with Photo VCarve You can update the post processor used by any Ve...

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