Thanks Wade for helping us with the RickAuto R11E. I have the same Laguna IQ machine but only used the basic functions of the R11E. It's so nice to hear an experienced user of the R11E which allows me to experiment with other features of the controller.
I'm glad I could help. The control confused me a lot when I received the machine. Having used many controls over the years it took me a while to figure it out. Now after having it a few months I'm quite impressed with the A11E. It's far better than I originally thought. It's very easy to use and has much more functionality than one would expect. The one feature I haven't found yet which I wish it had was the ability to scan the program and tell you the limits the program will travel especially the max Z plunge. This is a simple feature that is built into mach 3 but if you use Vectric an easy workaround is to create a setup sheet.
Thanks, I'm happy it might help. What does your neighbor make on his Swift and how does he like it? I've been considering replacing my home-built 4x4 machine with a swift.
Thank you for the VERY informative video. I have the same CNC. How do you increase the travel speed from one point to the next? For instance if your drilling 6 holes in your program. After drilling the first hole the travel time to the next is very slow on mine. Where in the controller do you speed this up? Thank you in advance for your help.
What program are you generating your gcode with? It should just use the rapid speed. I may need to see a snipit of gcode to help. Or double check your rapid speed in your machine and software program.
I have a 10 year old Laguna Swift also and I run the exact same programs on the new one. I’ve been running these programs for years, using VCarve. They both have the A11E controller. This makes me believe it is not the program, and it must be something in the controller. How can I get you more information? I really do appreciate your help.
@@geosreef2357 Check around 3:15 in this video it shows you were to find the max Speed limit on your machine. Compare that to the Swift speeds and if there is a difference it might be why you're noticing it. You can tweak them but if you go too fast on the IQ it might miss steps. Also, can you tell me if the speed you are traveling between the holes is the same as the drill speed when the head moves down? Or does it change and is faster? If it changes this would indicate it's reading a different speed so if you check the speeds at 3:15 you might find your answer. It's possible your rapids are set too low. Is the speed it moves between holes the same speed as the rapids everywhere else in the program? I hope this helps.
Thanks, I've never really tested that. I assume you mean something like a live adjust Z like you can do on many common 3d printers. I'd be surprised if you can, typically CNC equipment uses a fixture offset system with some having the ability to fine-tune the settings in the control. But given our control is pretty primitive I'm uncertain if there is a way to edit your programmed fixture offsets. Next time I'm playing with the machine I'll take a look. I don't use it a ton these days. I'm guessing if it has it you'd probably have to stop the program, edit the fixture offset in the control settings and then restart from a breakpoint. But honestly, it might just be faster to reset the Z height.
Excellent videos! New to your channel and I’m glade I found it, I do have a question: how do I reduce my spindle speed on the fly? I have a new spoil board surfacing bit with carbide cutters and my spindle speed is way to high. I do this manually. have a swift 4x4. Could you do a video on this topic? Thanks!
I will try but I haven't been using my machine for a long while. I know somebody mentioned a way to adjust the rpm while running a program in the comments somewhere. Personally I have not tried it yet. EDIT: I found the video a commenter posted below. I have not tried this personally but here is the link ua-cam.com/video/yG1QERG4e9I/v-deo.html
Thank you for posting these two videos. You've saved me days of trying to figure it out on my own. I just got a Laguna IQ with a rotory axis, which comes with an A18E controller. It's pretty much the same controller as the A11E, but with a few added functions. A couple question if you don't mind: 1) can you set a new Z - zero incrementally through key functions? Say, I run a tool path (like your star), and I want to run it again, but 0.5 mm deeper. Is it possible to do that from the controller vs going back to Vectric and running a new toolpath?, 2) What is the vac attachment that you have (so much nicer that the stock IQ)? Thanks!!
I think your easiest bet for resetting Z zero would be to do it again manually 0.5mm lower. There might be an easier way I'll take a look next time I'm on the machine. If I find one I'll post it here. The vacuum attachment I have is from www.kentcnc.net/nc I bought the standard split-shoe one sized for the IQ spindle. I've since hooked a 4" dust collector to it. I had purchased the Kent unit for my homebuilt machine in the past and have been very happy with it. He also sells replacement parts for them.
After reading your comment it reminded me of a time when I snagged the controller's cord with my foot and dropped it. I got lucky, but reading your post made me decide to 3d print a mount for my machine. If you go to Thingiverse and search for Rich_Auto_A11E_mount you can download the model and print it.
Can you tell me what dust shroud you are using and where to buy it. I have the Laguna 2448 (which I believe you are using). I have the shroud that came with the machine, which I am not entirely happy with.
Thank you for making these videos! They were very helpful in getting over some of the more basic hurdles when getting started with the Laguna iQ. One thing I haven't been able to sort out is adjusting the speed of the spindle via the controller. I've set G Code Setup > S Read = ReadS, configured the values for Machine Setup > Spindle Setup to allow 8 different speeds, but adjusting the spindle "gear" (as RichAuto calls it) either via the controller (using ON/OFF + Z+/Z-) or via G-Code still has absolutely no effect. My spindle only changes speed when I adjust using the up/down arrows on the control box. Have you had any success with this?
I've actually never tried but there was a commentor in this video or the other one I did that talks about a method to control the spindle RPM from g-code. He explains it but I'm not sure if it allows you to override said RPM with the pendant.
Thx m8!😊 Very good videos with great new info. Do you have any idea why my controller says "spindlecwon" when I start a program? it starts, but the spindle does not turn.. I might have pressed some strange buttom combination or something..
Hmm, Did it ever work correctly? Is this a laguna machine? What is the frequency set to on the spindle controller? By chance were you ever in the control cabinet. Could the wiring have come loose on the spindle connections to the interface board? Seems like a spindlecwon would indicate it got the signal. Does the spindle start manually if you hit the on/off button? If it starts manually I'd be stumped as well. Next time I'm on my machine I'll peek around in the settings and see if I can find anything related to that.
Another video that is needed. Good insight on setting the x speeds, y speeds, and z speed limiting parameters. Have you setup up to have the machine speeds be controlled from the g-code or are you controlling the speeds by the controller? It would seem if you set this up to control from the g-code that it would be easier just to limit the feed rates and plunge rates in the code vs. needing to go in and adjust these parameters - just curious to ensure I have a proper understanding from your last video. After the last video I went in to ensure the controller was reading from my g-code to set these rates - so should this be a problem for me - unless I happen to set my plunge rate at > 100 inches per minute?
I currently program all my speeds so they are controlled by the g-code. Once you start using vectric you'll most likely start creating a database of tools. All my speeds are set per tool per material. Most of my feed speeds range between 60-100ipm and Z plunge speeds from 15-50ipm all depending on what's being cut. I hope that helps.
@@WadeMade I do use Vectric and have been for three years. I have built up my tool database in Vectric based on the tools I have purchased. I try to be consistent at downloading the feeds and speeds charts from Amana and entering these into my Tool Database when I buy new bits. This is a very helpful practice. I don't know g-code nor have I been an expert on the various aspects of the controller i have been using. This is where your videos have been very helpful. I provided recent feedback that they need to take the information you are sharing and make their own Laguna branded video - this would help give confidence to people that when they buy a Laguna CNC they will get taught how to use it. I even shared a link to your UA-cam Videos. If I can ever figure out how to make UA-cam videos i may take some of the things you have taught along with some of my experience at using the machine for three years and provide some of tips and tricks from my perspective. If I do I will try to make sure I reference your videos. Not sure if I ill ever make that happen - but I really like the idea of all of us helping each other out.
@@robsandstrom9854 Thanks for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I too sent Laguna my first video. I think when they lost Router Bob to shop sabre they kind of gave up on developing a video series. I think they are sponsoring a new female maker that might be making some content for them now. But I have yet to see any in-depth looks into the controls. That's kind of my favorite part of these machines. After using so many controls over the years I seem to adapt pretty easily. I just wish this control had better literature. I'm sure it does some things I haven't discovered yet.
@@WadeMade I am pretty sure Laguna recognizes the need and is trying to up their game in this effort. They have contracted with me, as well as other makers, to make a couple videos. I think my style of teaching ends up with videos that are too long. My first one definitely was. They published my first one on their channel last week - the gone fishing sign. To date they asked that I focus on start to finish using the CNC to make something. So, for now that’s what I am doing. I did recommend they consider putting out some videos on the controller and controls. I believe they are thinking this through. I have found Laguna pretty responsive to ideas provided them - if they can get the right resources to fo what is needed.
I watched both your videos about the A11E controller for the Laguna IQ. Somewhere a person asked how to install a file onto the HHC. I haven't seen an answer to that question. e.g. I have a small file "crafted by" that I'd like on the controller rather than having to use a thumb drive. Can you help?
I believe you have two options. You can copy it off the thumb drive by going to menu, operate file, copy. Or you can disconnect the pendant and take it to a pc and use a printer cable to connect it to the pc, The newer type with a usb 2.0 on one end and the usb type for a printer on the other. Then find the storage device it adds in windows file manager and you can treat it like a sd card or such.
Thanks for this posting. Here is a riddle for you. Using v-carve mmg files and the machine works as it should on the x and y-axis but only does what appear to be scaled by 1/2 on the z-axis. i.e. trying to do a through profile cut on 3/4 stock, milling set to .76. V carve warns of cut through - confirm. Program runs and bit does required number of passes but only cuts 3/8 deep. Everything was zeroed correctly, remade file, tried with other files, and does the same thing. Question. Do you know if there is a setting on the controller that would cause this that may have inadvertently been factored by 0.5? Thanks
My guess would be the pulse setting is off by .5 on your Z-axis. What machine are you using? On my IQ all my settings are 320 for the X,Y, and Z-axis. This may vary by different vendors which stepper motors, drives, and ball screws they use in their machines. If all your drives, stepper motors, and ball screw pitches are the same I'd guess the value should be the same. I'd start there and see what it says. You can access the page through menu then machine setup. It should be the first option and say pulse something. Axiom has in their owner's manual 2560 for x and y and 5120 for z which is double the x and y. If yours all read the same you might want to double the Z and do a test. I hope this helps. Before you do all this try to load your Gcode into back plotting software. ncviewer.com/ is a decent one. Make sure the deepest Z is actually .75" in the code. That way you can rule out it being a gcode issue.
Thanks for the videos. I have the same CNC and felt, and still feel the same frustrations with the lack of information from Laguna. I've been trying to find the max feed rate the IQ can handle. I went to Laguna's assembly place near Dallas beginning of this year, and remember the employee that gave us the tour said the max feed rate on the IQ was 60ipm. Is that correct, or are you able to run it at a higher IPM for feed rate? I feel the machine can handle it, within reason, depending on the bit.
I've talked with the support people a few times and they told me the same thing, unfortunately, 60ipm should be the max feed rate. They said any faster and you're kind of pushing it, the tech did say it's possible to run up to 100 but it's safe at 60ipm. I currently run most of my stuff at 100ipm and haven't had any programs miss steps but I think that's close to the max it can handle. I go a little faster on my rapids. They sold me the machine claiming it could do 300ipm max feed rates. I wasn't happy at first but I had it in writing and they took care of me rather than sending the machine back. Given it's not a huge machine I can live with these speeds. I'd be skeptical buying one of their bigger models without talking to someone who owns one though. I too felt the machine should be able to handle faster speeds given it has NEMA 34 motors but for whatever reason, the design doesn't allow it. I'm not sure if it's a mechanical issue or a controller/software issue. Either way, after using it for a few months now, I can say I'm happy with the performance I've got out of it thus far. The control has really grown on me, when I received it that was my biggest hangup. But I can safely say now that it honestly is one of the strong points of the machine. It just makes it very easy to use.
@@WShep I’ve reconfigured my machine to what you did and notice the act same things, it started working better and cleaner runs. I don’t mind 60ipm feed rate, but some days, it’s annoying. Thanks again for the videos, most informative and the most information I’ve found on IQ and the hand held controller.
Actually I often run my IQ at over 100 Ipm. I was just running it at 4000mm per minute today (as viewed) on the controller that’s about 157 IPM. I was not sure if what I put in by the Vectric program aas what was happening until going through Wade’s tutorial. Normally I run between 90 to 110 IPM - dependent on feeds and speeds recommended IPM by AMANA.
@@robsandstrom9854 That's great. I'm sure I could get some more speed out of my machine if I spent some time dialing it in, especially in the X and Y directions. The Z rapid moves though had to be dialed back as I was having issues losing steps on Z rapid vertical moves. I believe I go over the settings I use in this video. They have been safe for me.
Did you mean the cad or the part I made? The cad can be found on the website Wikimedia commons and maybe brands of the world but I tinkered with it to look better for routing in my opinion. I have a few better ones but I haven't mastered my paint technique yet. Here is an example. photos.app.goo.gl/KGGugYS37Z6bmwFb8 I just made them for family and friends. My father-in-law was in the 101st.
Thanks for sharing and explaining the Array function.
You saved me a lot of time.
You are welcome! I'm glad to have helped.
Thanks Wade for helping us with the RickAuto R11E. I have the same Laguna IQ machine but only used the basic functions of the R11E. It's so nice to hear an experienced user of the R11E which allows me to experiment with other features of the controller.
I'm glad I could help. The control confused me a lot when I received the machine. Having used many controls over the years it took me a while to figure it out. Now after having it a few months I'm quite impressed with the A11E. It's far better than I originally thought. It's very easy to use and has much more functionality than one would expect. The one feature I haven't found yet which I wish it had was the ability to scan the program and tell you the limits the program will travel especially the max Z plunge. This is a simple feature that is built into mach 3 but if you use Vectric an easy workaround is to create a setup sheet.
Another great informative video. Can’t wait to share it with my neighbor.
Thanks, I'm happy it might help. What does your neighbor make on his Swift and how does he like it? I've been considering replacing my home-built 4x4 machine with a swift.
Time calculator tip is pretty cool, i didn't know about that one.
thanks a lot wade your a life saver what and where did you get the chiller
The chiller came with the machine. But I believe it's just a bucket and a aquarium pump. I use rv coolant in it.
Thank you for the VERY informative video. I have the same CNC. How do you increase the travel speed from one point to the next? For instance if your drilling 6 holes in your program. After drilling the first hole the travel time to the next is very slow on mine. Where in the controller do you speed this up? Thank you in advance for your help.
What program are you generating your gcode with? It should just use the rapid speed. I may need to see a snipit of gcode to help. Or double check your rapid speed in your machine and software program.
I have a 10 year old Laguna Swift also and I run the exact same programs on the new one. I’ve been running these programs for years, using VCarve. They both have the A11E controller. This makes me believe it is not the program, and it must be something in the controller. How can I get you more information? I really do appreciate your help.
@@geosreef2357 Check around 3:15 in this video it shows you were to find the max Speed limit on your machine. Compare that to the Swift speeds and if there is a difference it might be why you're noticing it. You can tweak them but if you go too fast on the IQ it might miss steps. Also, can you tell me if the speed you are traveling between the holes is the same as the drill speed when the head moves down? Or does it change and is faster? If it changes this would indicate it's reading a different speed so if you check the speeds at 3:15 you might find your answer. It's possible your rapids are set too low. Is the speed it moves between holes the same speed as the rapids everywhere else in the program? I hope this helps.
Love your videos mate thanks. Do you know how to change your z 0 while it's running a program? Can you pause, lower z and resume the cut? If so how?
Thanks, I've never really tested that. I assume you mean something like a live adjust Z like you can do on many common 3d printers. I'd be surprised if you can, typically CNC equipment uses a fixture offset system with some having the ability to fine-tune the settings in the control. But given our control is pretty primitive I'm uncertain if there is a way to edit your programmed fixture offsets. Next time I'm playing with the machine I'll take a look. I don't use it a ton these days. I'm guessing if it has it you'd probably have to stop the program, edit the fixture offset in the control settings and then restart from a breakpoint. But honestly, it might just be faster to reset the Z height.
Excellent videos! New to your channel and I’m glade I found it, I do have a question: how do I reduce my spindle speed on the fly? I have a new spoil board surfacing bit with carbide cutters and my spindle speed is way to high. I do this manually. have a swift 4x4.
Could you do a video on this topic? Thanks!
I will try but I haven't been using my machine for a long while. I know somebody mentioned a way to adjust the rpm while running a program in the comments somewhere. Personally I have not tried it yet.
EDIT: I found the video a commenter posted below. I have not tried this personally but here is the link ua-cam.com/video/yG1QERG4e9I/v-deo.html
Thank you for posting these two videos. You've saved me days of trying to figure it out on my own. I just got a Laguna IQ with a rotory axis, which comes with an A18E controller. It's pretty much the same controller as the A11E, but with a few added functions. A couple question if you don't mind: 1) can you set a new Z - zero incrementally through key functions? Say, I run a tool path (like your star), and I want to run it again, but 0.5 mm deeper. Is it possible to do that from the controller vs going back to Vectric and running a new toolpath?, 2) What is the vac attachment that you have (so much nicer that the stock IQ)? Thanks!!
I think your easiest bet for resetting Z zero would be to do it again manually 0.5mm lower. There might be an easier way I'll take a look next time I'm on the machine. If I find one I'll post it here. The vacuum attachment I have is from www.kentcnc.net/nc I bought the standard split-shoe one sized for the IQ spindle. I've since hooked a 4" dust collector to it. I had purchased the Kent unit for my homebuilt machine in the past and have been very happy with it. He also sells replacement parts for them.
@@WShep Thanks Wade
sure is helpful, but what about a stand for the controller so the screen was visible more of the time?
After reading your comment it reminded me of a time when I snagged the controller's cord with my foot and dropped it. I got lucky, but reading your post made me decide to 3d print a mount for my machine. If you go to Thingiverse and search for Rich_Auto_A11E_mount you can download the model and print it.
Can you tell me what dust shroud you are using and where to buy it. I have the Laguna 2448 (which I believe you are using). I have the shroud that came with the machine, which I am not entirely happy with.
Mine is from KentCNC.com it's the 80mm for Lauguna IQ / IQ-Pro.
Thank you for making these videos! They were very helpful in getting over some of the more basic hurdles when getting started with the Laguna iQ. One thing I haven't been able to sort out is adjusting the speed of the spindle via the controller. I've set G Code Setup > S Read = ReadS, configured the values for Machine Setup > Spindle Setup to allow 8 different speeds, but adjusting the spindle "gear" (as RichAuto calls it) either via the controller (using ON/OFF + Z+/Z-) or via G-Code still has absolutely no effect. My spindle only changes speed when I adjust using the up/down arrows on the control box. Have you had any success with this?
I've actually never tried but there was a commentor in this video or the other one I did that talks about a method to control the spindle RPM from g-code. He explains it but I'm not sure if it allows you to override said RPM with the pendant.
Thanks @@WadeMade, I’ve replied to the comment on your other video.
Thx m8!😊 Very good videos with great new info.
Do you have any idea why my controller says "spindlecwon" when I start a program? it starts, but the spindle does not turn..
I might have pressed some strange buttom combination or something..
Hmm, Did it ever work correctly? Is this a laguna machine? What is the frequency set to on the spindle controller? By chance were you ever in the control cabinet. Could the wiring have come loose on the spindle connections to the interface board? Seems like a spindlecwon would indicate it got the signal. Does the spindle start manually if you hit the on/off button? If it starts manually I'd be stumped as well. Next time I'm on my machine I'll peek around in the settings and see if I can find anything related to that.
Another video that is needed. Good insight on setting the x speeds, y speeds, and z speed limiting parameters. Have you setup up to have the machine speeds be controlled from the g-code or are you controlling the speeds by the controller? It would seem if you set this up to control from the g-code that it would be easier just to limit the feed rates and plunge rates in the code vs. needing to go in and adjust these parameters - just curious to ensure I have a proper understanding from your last video. After the last video I went in to ensure the controller was reading from my g-code to set these rates - so should this be a problem for me - unless I happen to set my plunge rate at > 100 inches per minute?
I currently program all my speeds so they are controlled by the g-code. Once you start using vectric you'll most likely start creating a database of tools. All my speeds are set per tool per material. Most of my feed speeds range between 60-100ipm and Z plunge speeds from 15-50ipm all depending on what's being cut. I hope that helps.
@@WadeMade I do use Vectric and have been for three years. I have built up my tool database in Vectric based on the tools I have purchased. I try to be consistent at downloading the feeds and speeds charts from Amana and entering these into my Tool Database when I buy new bits. This is a very helpful practice. I don't know g-code nor have I been an expert on the various aspects of the controller i have been using. This is where your videos have been very helpful.
I provided recent feedback that they need to take the information you are sharing and make their own Laguna branded video - this would help give confidence to people that when they buy a Laguna CNC they will get taught how to use it. I even shared a link to your UA-cam Videos. If I can ever figure out how to make UA-cam videos i may take some of the things you have taught along with some of my experience at using the machine for three years and provide some of tips and tricks from my perspective. If I do I will try to make sure I reference your videos. Not sure if I ill ever make that happen - but I really like the idea of all of us helping each other out.
@@robsandstrom9854 Thanks for the kind words. I really appreciate it. I too sent Laguna my first video. I think when they lost Router Bob to shop sabre they kind of gave up on developing a video series. I think they are sponsoring a new female maker that might be making some content for them now. But I have yet to see any in-depth looks into the controls. That's kind of my favorite part of these machines. After using so many controls over the years I seem to adapt pretty easily. I just wish this control had better literature. I'm sure it does some things I haven't discovered yet.
@@WadeMade I am pretty sure Laguna recognizes the need and is trying to up their game in this effort. They have contracted with me, as well as other makers, to make a couple videos. I think my style of teaching ends up with videos that are too long.
My first one definitely was. They published my first one on their channel last week - the gone fishing sign.
To date they asked that I focus on start to finish using the CNC to make something. So, for now that’s what I am doing.
I did recommend they consider putting out some videos on the controller and controls. I believe they are thinking this through. I have found Laguna pretty responsive to ideas provided them - if they can get the right resources to fo what is needed.
I watched both your videos about the A11E controller for the Laguna IQ. Somewhere a person asked how to install a file onto the HHC. I haven't seen an answer to that question. e.g. I have a small file "crafted by" that I'd like on the controller rather than having to use a thumb drive. Can you help?
I believe you have two options. You can copy it off the thumb drive by going to menu, operate file, copy. Or you can disconnect the pendant and take it to a pc and use a printer cable to connect it to the pc, The newer type with a usb 2.0 on one end and the usb type for a printer on the other. Then find the storage device it adds in windows file manager and you can treat it like a sd card or such.
@@WadeMade I just did the "copy" from the flash drive. Thanks for the help.
I also did an "air cut" to test it. SUCCESS !!! Thanks again.
Thanks for this posting. Here is a riddle for you. Using v-carve mmg files and the machine works as it should on the x and y-axis but only does what appear to be scaled by 1/2 on the z-axis. i.e. trying to do a through profile cut on 3/4 stock, milling set to .76. V carve warns of cut through - confirm. Program runs and bit does required number of passes but only cuts 3/8 deep. Everything was zeroed correctly, remade file, tried with other files, and does the same thing. Question. Do you know if there is a setting on the controller that would cause this that may have inadvertently been factored by 0.5? Thanks
My guess would be the pulse setting is off by .5 on your Z-axis. What machine are you using? On my IQ all my settings are 320 for the X,Y, and Z-axis. This may vary by different vendors which stepper motors, drives, and ball screws they use in their machines. If all your drives, stepper motors, and ball screw pitches are the same I'd guess the value should be the same. I'd start there and see what it says. You can access the page through menu then machine setup. It should be the first option and say pulse something. Axiom has in their owner's manual 2560 for x and y and 5120 for z which is double the x and y. If yours all read the same you might want to double the Z and do a test. I hope this helps. Before you do all this try to load your Gcode into back plotting software. ncviewer.com/ is a decent one. Make sure the deepest Z is actually .75" in the code. That way you can rule out it being a gcode issue.
Thanks for the videos. I have the same CNC and felt, and still feel the same frustrations with the lack of information from Laguna. I've been trying to find the max feed rate the IQ can handle. I went to Laguna's assembly place near Dallas beginning of this year, and remember the employee that gave us the tour said the max feed rate on the IQ was 60ipm. Is that correct, or are you able to run it at a higher IPM for feed rate? I feel the machine can handle it, within reason, depending on the bit.
I've talked with the support people a few times and they told me the same thing, unfortunately, 60ipm should be the max feed rate. They said any faster and you're kind of pushing it, the tech did say it's possible to run up to 100 but it's safe at 60ipm. I currently run most of my stuff at 100ipm and haven't had any programs miss steps but I think that's close to the max it can handle. I go a little faster on my rapids. They sold me the machine claiming it could do 300ipm max feed rates. I wasn't happy at first but I had it in writing and they took care of me rather than sending the machine back. Given it's not a huge machine I can live with these speeds. I'd be skeptical buying one of their bigger models without talking to someone who owns one though. I too felt the machine should be able to handle faster speeds given it has NEMA 34 motors but for whatever reason, the design doesn't allow it. I'm not sure if it's a mechanical issue or a controller/software issue. Either way, after using it for a few months now, I can say I'm happy with the performance I've got out of it thus far. The control has really grown on me, when I received it that was my biggest hangup. But I can safely say now that it honestly is one of the strong points of the machine. It just makes it very easy to use.
@@WShep I’ve reconfigured my machine to what you did and notice the act same things, it started working better and cleaner runs. I don’t mind 60ipm feed rate, but some days, it’s annoying. Thanks again for the videos, most informative and the most information I’ve found on IQ and the hand held controller.
Actually I often run my IQ at over 100 Ipm. I was just running it at 4000mm per minute today (as viewed) on the controller that’s about 157 IPM. I was not sure if what I put in by the Vectric program aas what was happening until going through Wade’s tutorial. Normally I run between 90 to 110 IPM - dependent on feeds and speeds recommended IPM by AMANA.
@@robsandstrom9854 That's great. I'm sure I could get some more speed out of my machine if I spent some time dialing it in, especially in the X and Y directions. The Z rapid moves though had to be dialed back as I was having issues losing steps on Z rapid vertical moves. I believe I go over the settings I use in this video. They have been safe for me.
@@WadeMade I heard that, wondering if I would be astute enough to realize this, but I don't think I have ever pushed the plunge rate to dramatically.
How much for the 101st logo?
Did you mean the cad or the part I made? The cad can be found on the website Wikimedia commons and maybe brands of the world but I tinkered with it to look better for routing in my opinion. I have a few better ones but I haven't mastered my paint technique yet. Here is an example. photos.app.goo.gl/KGGugYS37Z6bmwFb8 I just made them for family and friends. My father-in-law was in the 101st.