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Idea! -->3D model -->Does it (and the clamps needed to make sure it stays still while machining) fit in the machining box (xyz)? -->Availability/cost of raw material and cutting tools -->CAM/G-code generation -->Double-check that your depth of cut, feeds, and speeds are appropriate -->Cutting simulation to make sure the machine does not crash the cutter into something it should not cut -->Cut raw material to size (on bandsaw or other device) and where applicable ”square” corners -->Attach cutter and clamp squared raw material -->Put on your safety glasses, double check you don’t have any loose hair, clothes, jewelry that can get caught in the machine -->Turn on HackCNC power and load program in linuxcnc -->Make sure you and the HackCNC agree where 0 is for the xyz axis! -->Run the first pass in the air above the z axis with your hand on the e-stop and verify spindle coolant flow -->Cut your parts! -->Lather/rinse/repeat as necessary with other cutters until we acquire an automatic tool changer
Idea! -->3D model -->Does it (and the clamps needed to make sure it stays still while machining) fit in the machining box (xyz)? -->Availability/cost of raw material and cutting tools -->CAM/G-code generation -->Double-check that your depth of cut, feeds, and speeds are appropriate -->Cutting simulation to make sure the machine does not crash the cutter into something it should not cut -->Cut raw material to size (on bandsaw or other device) and where applicable ”square” corners -->Attach cutter and clamp squared raw material -->Put on your safety glasses, double check you don’t have any loose hair, clothes, jewelry that can get caught in the machine -->Turn on HackCNC power and load program in linuxcnc -->Make sure you and the HackCNC agree where 0 is for the xyz axis! -->Run the first pass in the air above the z axis with your hand on the e-stop and verify spindle coolant flow -->Cut your parts! -->Lather/rinse/repeat as necessary with other cutters until we acquire an automatic tool changer


== Fusion 360 settings ==
These files configure Fusion CAM for the machine. You might have to go into preferences and enable preview features: "Machine Configuration".
To use the files, upload them into the Asset project on the data panel.
* CAM Machine file: https://myhub.autodesk360.com/ue28038b0/shares/public/SH56a43QTfd62c1cd968614b573aa1467047
* CAM Post file: https://myhub.autodesk360.com/ue28038b0/shares/public/SH56a43QTfd62c1cd96899db40293fa6a194
* Example tool libraries:
** Hacklab fridge magnet (aluminum, 1/4 end mill, 1/4 chamfer/engraver): https://a360.co/2Sj9719
** Hacklab coasters (plywood, 1/8 router bit, 1/4 engraving, spot drill): https://a360.co/38jAwWt
** Wood box (purpleheart, 1/4 end mill, 1/2 end mill): https://a360.co/2SiGgtN


== Tips and Advice ==
== Tips and Advice ==

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