Vision VR48 4 Series User Manual page 210

210 Vision VR48 Series 4 Router User Manual
The set surface procedure used in this example utilizes the Surface Sensing Block (see below). Please
refer to Set Surface Procedures in the Operation section of this manual.
Set the Home position to a point approximately 1/2 inch or more from the top left edge of the aluminum
plate. This is to allow room for the cutter to trace a path inside the aluminum plate. When the machine is
set up, select the Engrave icon from the left toolbar, make sure the Device is set for your machine and
click on the Tool Setup icon to change the settings to profile cut the aluminum based on the
recommendations of the cutting tool manufacturer*.
* Feeds and speeds for profile cutting materials heavily depend on the tool design, material and
thickness. Due to the complexity of these factors, please refer to the suggested feeds and speed data
available from the manufacturer of your particular cutting tool.
Metal applications are best performed using a lubricant. If your machine does not have the Vision
Misting System, spray the surface of the metal prior to (and sometimes during) the cutting process.
When cutting aluminum, the lubricant helps to reduce the chances of chips welding themselves back on
to the base material and also to extend cutter life.
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