Example Job 2 - Rotary Engraving - Vision VE810 S5 User Manual

Step by Step Operation 69
Adjusting Depth of Cut
Cutting depth depends on the type of material being engraved. Generally, manufacturers of engraving
plastic provide recommendations for cut depth. If a recommended depth is unavailable, trial and error can
be used to find the appropriate cut depth.
Since the depth is set to zero at this time, in order to increase cut depth, the micrometer at the bottom
of the spindle should be rotated to the right (counterclockwise when viewing from the top of the spindle).
To set a depth of 0.010 inches (0.25 mm) turn the micrometer to the right 10 clicks. Each "click" of the
micrometer is 0.001 inches (0.025 mm).
Run a job with an initial setting of 0.005 - 0.010 inches (0.12 - 0.25 mm). After the job has run for a short
time, press the Pause Button on the front panel, then adjust the micrometer for more or less depth,
depending on the whether the engraving is acceptable.
Note - be careful not to set the depth of cut greater than the material thickness. This will cut completely
through the material and potentially cut into the t-slot table.
For a detailed example of running an rotary engraving job, please see the following section.
5.4.2.1

Example Job 2 - Rotary Engraving

In this example, a sign will be made using engraver's plastic. The piece is pre-cut and measures 4
inches x 6 inches (100 x 150 mm).
Note - In this application, it is highly recommended to use the Vacuum Chip Removal System as
described in the Optional Accessories section. The process of engraving or cutting plastics, acrylics,
sign foam and wood, produces a significant amount of debris that can clog the nose cone and/or get
trapped between the nose cone and the material, which will cause engraving/cutting depth
inconsistencies as well as potentially scratch the surface of the material. The Vacuum Chip Removal
System significantly reduces these problems and provides for a cleaner work area.
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