The EdgeDetect process ensures accurate indexing of your board edges for the quick project positioning. This process will appear between the board positioning and load bit screen where it asks for the actual bit.
Category: RAVEN
Cutting (PCB) Circuit Boards With RAVEN
This is a detailed demonstration of how to cut curcuit boards with a RAVEN CNC router. The video covers making the jig, importing and laying out the board project, and cutting the project.
Understanding Carving Bit Settings in RAVEN CNC’s Designer 5
Raster carving is how RAVEN CNC routers make highly detailed carvings. The default settings are sufficient for most operations, but if you setting up a new bit or are dialing in new material settings, you may wish to make changes. This video explains the settings available for making those changes.
Adding New Bits For RAVEN CNC Router In Designer 5
RAVEN’s Designer 5 software is endlessly configurable with new bits. This video demonstrates the process of adding new bits to the software.
RAVEN Care and Maintenance
The RAVEN is a precision machine tool. With proper care and maintenance it will provide long, reliable service. WARNING: Always unplug the machine before attempting any maintenance on the machine. WARNING: If the machine is vibrating excessively and or making loud noises STOP and determine what is causing the issue. Continuing to run will result […]
RAVEN ER11 Adapter
Installing collets into the RAVEN ER11 Adapter. Purchase the ER11 Adapter: https://carvewright.com/product/er11-adapter-bundle-kit-for-raven-cnc/
RAVEN – Removing the Head Cover
In order to do a maintenance or part replacement on RAVEN, the head cover will need to be removed. It is a very simple procedure involving only 4 screws.
Replacing the Z-Truck
Replacing the Z-Truck is occasionally necessary in order to to change bearings or replace the part. This video demonstrates the simple process of removing the z-truck. Follow these instructions to install a Z-truck.
The Drag Knife
The blades used are 2mm shaft blades. Most blades compatible with Cricut and similar vinyl cutters will work. These blades are inexpensive and readily available through a number of outlets including Amazon. BE AWARE: The blades with black or painted shafts will not work as they must be conductive to work with the touch plate. […]
RAVEN Rotary Project Setup – PVC Cookie Rollers
This video demonstrates setting up a RAVEN Rotary Jig using PVC cookie rollers as an example.