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.
Raster carving is how to make highly detailed carvings. The default settings are sufficient for most operations, but if you’re setting up a new bit or are dialing in new material settings, you may wish to make changes. Setting a roughing bit can significantly speed up any carving that requires two or more passes. This
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
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
Installing collets into the RAVEN ER11 Adapter. Purchase the ER11 Adapter: https://carvewright.com/product/er11-adapter-bundle-kit-for-raven-cnc/
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 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 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.
The cut path tool is an automatic way to cut a shape out of your project board. It also automatically adds tabs to hold the cutout in place. This tutorial covers how to use this tool and edit the settings and positioning of the tabs.
Learn about how to use attachments for precise positioning of objects in Designer.