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Using Jigs With RAVEN

Find a printable version of this in the RAVEN User’s Manual A jig is a carrier for holding your workpiece as it is transported through the machine. Jigs can come in many different configurations, but we will cover some basics in this section. Why Would I Use A Carving Jig? A carving jig is used […]

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Navigating RAVEN’s LCD Menus

Find a printable version of this in the RAVEN User’s Manual For input and display of information the RAVEN machine employs a tactile keypad and LCD display. The layout of the keypad is shown below. Use the keypad arrows to navigate the menu structure. Browse the top menu by using the LEFT-RIGHT ARROWS to scroll

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RAVEN AccuTrack Tape and Belt

The workpiece (board) will need to be prepared before inserting it into the RAVEN machine. There are two ways to prepare a board.  Apply the AccuTrack Tape and Belt The AccuTrack tape is a flexible and resilient double stick tape used for securing the Accutrack belt to the tracking edge of a workpiece. The tracking

Designer 5, RAVEN

Designer – Project Setup

Glossary Creating a New Project When creating a project, Designer will automatically detect what machines are registered to your account. It will only allow a project to be created for those types of machines. For example, if there is only A, B, or C models CarveWright machines registered, it will NOT allow the user to

Designer 5, RAVEN

Bit Builder Tool

The Bit Builder gives users the ability to add new or custom configure existing bits. This will allow for ultimate control over all the speed, feed, and spindle settings for every bit. Custom bits can be stored globally in your system or are stored on a project level. This means if someone designs a project

Designer, Installation and Registration

Designer Registration

Step 1 – Download the Installer After you created your password, you will be directed to the download page where you can choose your installer.DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE Step 2 – Install the Software Windows Installation Download the installer from the CarveWright website.  Run the installer.  Windows Defender may try to “protect your PC” If it does,

A/B/C Head Will Not Raise/Lower

Leveling the Head

The head of the CarveWright ABC model machines can be moved up or down to accommodate different material thicknesses. It is guided vertically by four guide posts located at the corners of the machine and driven by a lead-screw on either side of the machine located between the posts. The lead-screw adjacent to the keypad

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Machine Repairs and Upgrades

There are 2 options for doing repairs and upgrades to your CarveWright CNC machine. The first is to do the repairs yourself with the guidance of documents and videos available on the CarveWright support website. This is the fastest and most economical way to handle part replacement. CarveWright service also offers parts testing for a

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