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Revision as of 23:36, 31 July 2024
, 31 JulySetting up the part
# Once the tool is set up, put down the rulers so there are no interferences with the laser head. Now turn on the Epilog laser and the machine will automatically position itself. If your machine was already turned on, turn it off and back on again. It can only recognize the rotary engraving tool on boot up.
# Once the tool is set up, put down the rulers so there are no interferences with the laser head. Now turn on the Epilog laser and the machine will automatically position itself. If your machine was already turned on, turn it off and back on again. It can only recognize the rotary engraving tool on boot up.
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[[File:Rotary Tool Setup (3).png|center|770x770px|alt=|frameless]]
=== Setting Up the Part ===
Now that you have your tool ready, the next step is to get the part to fit properly on the tool for good results.
==== Roller Positioning ====
The right hand roller can be repositioned to adapt to the length of your part. You want to choose a position that optimizes a flat top surface, a good rolling circumference, and a good balance.
==== Top Surface Leveling ====
If you have a conic part, you still need to have a flat top surface. To do so, you can raise the right side rollers to support the smaller circumference side of your part.
==== Tubing and Light Parts ====
Lighter parts, such as tubes, tend to slip on the rollers due to lower friction. If possible add weight to your part (i.e. add water to a water bottle). If adding weight is not a option, you can use the attachment for tubing. It will clamp down the part onto the rollers to minimize slippage.
=== Setting Home Point ===
=== Setting Home Point ===