Add a Form Tool to the Vectric Tool Database - Part 37 - Vectric For Absolute Beginners

Add a Form Tool to the Tool Database - Part 37 - Aspire and VCarve For Absolute Beginners
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This is the 37th in a series of videos geared toward the person who has never worked with CAD or CAM in the Vectric Software before.

In this video, I’ll show you how to add a Form Tool to the Tool Database in Cut2D, VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro, and Aspire using a DXF file of the Tool Profile.

In previous videos, I’ve shown you how to enter tools into the Tool Database using .TOOL files, and by copying a tool that’s already there.

In this video, I’ll show you how I download a profile of a ¼ inch radius round over bit in DXF format, import it into Aspire, then use it to enter the info into the Tool Database. We’ll get into editing the DXF file, and selecting which parts of the file we’ll need. We’ll then go into the Database and get the info entered, then saved in the proper category. I’ll then show you some ways to incorporate the Point Cutting Round Over Bit into your projects, and some things to look out for along the way.

As usual, if you have any comments or questions about anything I covered in this video, please put ‘em in the comment section below.

On Sunday, November 26th, I’ll be hosting LIVE Q&A session #23, where you can ask your questions pertaining to anything I covered in this video. That Q&A starts at 3 pm Eastern time, Noon Pacific time. Hope to see you there!

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[stevegronsky]

Once again The Master speaks. Good job Mark.

[steinaralpenmob]

Form Tool explained easily from Mark Lindsay. As always, fantastic, ,, thanks Mark

[marceaton]

You have no idea how much your videos have helped me with my CNC, thank you so much.

[creativebobbo]

Mark, this series for the beginner have been a tremendous help. Thank you!!!

[ulkesh]

You're videos are a lifesaver. Clear, concise, complete. I just got into CNC and built a Workbee CNC 1500x1500. You've helped me quite a bit on the Aspire side of things.

[cathyBartsy]

I was about ready to throw my computer out the window last night! Then I found this video! Thank you, it was so helpful.

[xmrgwxw]

Hey Mark, Just had to tell you how much I am enjoying these videos. So much great information presented clearly and slowly. I was kinda dreading learning another piece of software but your videos have made learning the Vetric software a pleasure. The practical experience you bring to the table is just priceless. Thanks so much. Again great job!

[ron.owensby]

I am so glad I found you channel! Sorry I missed the Q&A (again) today.

[danboyboo]

Mark thank you so much. This was absolutely a great video to learn how to add bits as I asked about today. Great stuff.
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[eCabinetstipsandtricks]

Thank you very mutch looking foward to the Q&A today

[andyrud]

Thanks for the info, BUT, how do you add a 1/2" 14 degree Dovetail bit to Vcarve Pro?

[jimshirley]

There ya go again, giving me things to think about! I love it!!

[Patricksworkshop]

great video Mark I ordered this bit right now and look forward to using it on my projects

[maryrebeckahcarlson]

Hi Mark, I have made a royal mess of my tool database. I have tried looking online to see how to restore the original list of tools, but every place I look, the explanations are as clear as mud. Would you mind telling me, in your great way of explaining things, how to do that? I would REALLY appreciate it! I just joined your channel and I'm looking forward to getting the help I need to move forward with my CNC projects. I have to admit, it's been pretty frustrating.

[donvanco]

EDIT - lol, and as soon as I posted that I made it work (selected the vector alone, cut it, joined them, done)

Hey Martk - great video as usual, but I do wish you'd have demonstrated using the Amana roundover - that vector is made of 7 pieces, and I have not for the life of me been able to figure out how to join/delete the pieces such that I get the required "half image" vector of the bit profile.... That bit has a "flat" nose, not a point, and the "nose" is a single vector itself....

[wduquette-nbzx]

Hey Mark, I have watched this video countless times (very good by the way) but I am still having problems adding it. I have Freud 19-102 Dish carving bit. I downloaded the DXF file for that bit. When I import it into Vcarve I get the half shape of the tool design but am unable to get an open vector to continue. Any idea want I am doing wrong or if I am missing a step. Any help would be appreciated. I contacted Vectric and they said this should be added as A Radiused end ? I have no idea what they are talking about. Thanks

[fournierluc]

Great video as usual Mark, you do not mention what to do when you do not have a profile and you warn against using one from another bit but wouldn't it be better to start with an imported profile and modify it to represent the dimensions you measure instead of starting from scratch? This is similar to entering the other bit information where you copy an existing tool then modify the parameters. I guess I will have to try some profile bits in upcoming projects. I can see using a roundover bit on raised text to soften the edges.

[mikehanan]

Hi Mark
Love your Videos.
I am using this to import the Amana 56123 .25 round over point bit
I see in the Amana specs that the point is actually .028 and it is also .500 total diameter
when i selected the vectors and imported I first had to remove the "bottom" flat otherwise the tool DB complained
also the Tool DB shows this as .4606 diameter

BTW I am using vectric 11.5

I'm a bit confused???
Mike

[ysvleis]

Thanks for this vid -- I'm trying to add a keyhole form tool but Vectric won't accept it... I have the right view only without the top, but it complains about no valid vector -- any suggestions would be appreciated!

[warreng]

Hi Mark, I have tried to go to the Legacy site to download the profile DXF, but they are re-doing their website, any chance you add a link to the file you have please 😁 as I want to start adding Form tools to my library, Thanks