2D Machine Tools
Tutorial: 2D Machining Tools
General procedure overview: Create a new nest sheet. Add parts to the sheet. Add machining to the parts. Modify the nest sheet layout as needed. Generate G-Code for the nest sheet. Click the button on the MV palette "Nest Editing and 2D ...
Overview: 2D Machining Tools
Back by popular demand is the ability to create one-off parts, nested panels and parts, and G-Code from all of them. Smaller shops and others that know exactly the dimensions of the single parts they want to produce need this feature. It is a quick ...
2D Machining Tools (Single Parts)
As of Microvellum Toolbox 2020 | Build 15.6.228, there are two significant changes to the way the 2D Machining Tools operate. Updating Machine Token Values The program now updates existing machine tokens differently. Previously, if you drew a part ...
Understanding the Nest Editing and 2D Machining Tools Interface
Understanding the Nest Editing and 2D Machining Tools Interface To access these tools, click on the Nest Editing and 2D Machining Tools icon in the Toolbox tool strip under the Process menu. The interface is the same as the 2D Machining Tools, except ...
Drawing a Part in 2D
The Draw Part in the 2D button is accessed in the Modify > Modify Parts tab. By clicking on the button and then selecting a part, a new drawing will be created, and the part will be drawn. Any machining that the part may have will be included in the ...
Understanding the Parts List
When a part has been selected to be drawn in 2D, a window will be displayed. This window has two tabs at the bottom: Parts List and 2D Machining Tools. The Parts List will show all the parts that belong to the parent of the selected part. This could ...
2D Machining Tools
The 2D Machining Tools tab contains several other sub-tabs: Part Information – This includes information on the part and also allows you to place pods and make single part g-code for point-to-point machines. Vertical Drilling Tools – Contains a list ...
Adding Machining to Parts
Adding machining to parts, whether it be vertical or horizontal drilling, routing or sawing, the steps are very similar. To add machining to a part, you must first select the desired tool, then enter a depth and specify if the operation will be on ...
Route Editing Tools and Hardware
The Route Editing Tools allow you to make modifications to routing operations. Using the Machining Tools, you can: Reverse Polyline Direction – Allows you to change the direction of a polyline , which will swap the start and endpoints. Change ...