Avid PRO6096
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The Avid Pro Router is a 5' x 8' bed router that has a Plug-and-Play 2.2kW (3HP) Spindle. The CNC router was purchased in 2019 and completed assembly and installation in early 2020.
CNC Workflow
This diagram describes the 4 high level steps to create a design and execute milling operations for that design on the Avid CNC.
CNC Training Playlist
- This is a short list of videos that all interested members should watch to become familiar with the design tools, startup process, and operation procedures for the Avid CNC.
- Watching these videos is not a substitute for formal training—members must still be certified before using the CNC independently.
- For the design videos, it is not necessary to watch both VCarve and Fusion 360 (but not a bad idea). Select the video for the design software you intend to use. If you are not already familiar with either tool, we recommend VCarve.
- After you have watched these videos to get a grounding in the fundamentals of the design and operation process, reach out in the CNC channel in Slack to meet up with a trainer who can walk you through the next steps.
| Design | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vectric
VCarve |
VCarve Training Video Series | A series of videos that walk through the creation of simple beginner projects in VCarve |
| VCarve and Mach 4 Walkthrough | This video will walk though the creation of a simple tray with various recesses, using VCarve
to design the part and create the toolpaths that the CNC will execute. | |
| Fusion360 | Fusion 360 and Mach 4 Walkthrough | This video will walk though the creation of a simple tray with various recesses, using Fusion360
to design the part and create the toolpaths that the CNC will execute. |
| Execute | ||
| Avid CNC - Start Up Procedure and Cycle Start Checklist | This video covers the steps that are taken to initially startup the Avid CNC, and the steps that are
taken each time a program (exported G-Code) is executed. | |
| Mach4 User Guide: Auto Z and Corner Finding Touchplate | A quick video giving a more detailed overview of the touch plate used to establish initial X, Y and Z
offsets for your program. | |
| Spindle Warmup Overview | A short video describing the spindle warmup procedure and why it is an important part of the initial
startup procedure for the Avid CNC. | |