Ah yes another newbie

[denno]

Hello, Im new to cnc (engraving and routing)

The first site i looked at was vectric software, Which i found very easy to understand for a newbie.
I have been told i have many problems, but the one that really is troubling me is the fact, the desk top router i purchased i havnt a clue how to use it.
I purchased a SIGNSTECH Desktop CNC Engraver/Router SG-3226C. It came brand new in the box from china. It came with some software called
ARTGRAVE2010 but windows 7 can not open it, even with the compatible feature. it also came with a dongle. and thats it !, I suppose you get what you pay for but It doent seem a bad bit of kit if i could get it to do something.
I have been intouch with the manufacture he sent me a operating manual via email but the instruction illustrations are very different to what i am looking at on the hand held screen. one of my many problems is that i have downloaded some free G code in cnc format (thankyou vectric) it will download into the router and show up on the hand held but comes up with a CHECK CODE AXIS Y ??? Is there any body out there willing to take a greenhorn under their cnc wing and help me actually turnout one of those really nice projects on offer
Any help would be greatly appreciated
Denno.

[Mick Martin]

Hi Denno,

I looked up the specs on the internet and found the following:

Brand New Desktop CNC Engraver/Router

■ Features
X,Y and Z axis all adopt Line guide rails and tightening devices to guarantee precision.

The Whole Cast-iron structure, which moves steadily and little vibration.

Imported ball bearing lead screw from Germany ensures engraving precision.

Dual-core CPU and advanced DDA curves and straight lines calculating method to assure better quality.

High power driving components which are powerful, less noisy and more reliable.

Multi data input way (USB & Memory Disk both acceptable).

With the function of memorizing when the power is sudden cut off
■ Parameters
Model SG-3226C
Travel of engraving 300x250x80mm (11.8"x10"x3.1")
Height of Z axis 80mm
Spindle Power 800W (the 1200w and 1500w spindle is optional)
Port USB/Serial
Max run speed 4500mm/min
Min feeding speed 1mm/s
Resolution(X,Y,Z) 0.0125mm
Max speed of Spindle 6000-24000rpm
Format of command HP-GL,G code
Power 500w(void load)
Dimension 550x600x525mm
Power source DC220V/±10% 50HZ
Gross weight 120KG,net 80kg
■ Application Fields
It is applicable to the industries of artwork processing, advertising and stamp making. E.g.: instrument processing and cutting of metal signs, ironing boards, atomic stamps, carbon plate in battery, copper stamp and small artworks.
■ Shipping & Payment Terms
Default SHIPPING WORLDWIDE BY Sea(recommended),OTHER SHIPPING WAY WILL BE ALSO ACCEPTED.
SHIPPING COST HERE IS TO TYPIC PORTS NOT FOR ALL PORTS.LET ME KNOW YOUR ARRIVAL SEAPORT BEFORE BIDDING.
SENDING WILL BE IN 5 WORKING DAYS AFTER THE CLEARED PAYMENT.

It states above that it can run G-Code.

If I was you I would get rid of the provided software and either buy Mach3 ArtSoft USA - Home of Mach3 and LazyCam or WinCNC Mack3 is cheaper.

All the best
Mick

[denno]

Mick thanks for the tip,
and have taken the advice, Mach3 will the go
I have also purchased a cheap dedicated computer to run the router, I have also purchased a product called BOBCAD PRO ? do you know any thing about it ?
Thanks Denno

[Mick Martin]

Mick thanks for the tip,
and have taken the advice, Mach3 will the go
I have also purchased a cheap dedicated computer to run the router, I have also purchased a product called BOBCAD PRO ? do you know any thing about it ?
Thanks Denno

You might want to ask around what operating system is best for Mach3, I would go with windows XP. Sorry I am not able to help you further since I run WinCNC .

Mick

[Parlorcity]

Add me to that "newbie list". I'm currently taking a CNC Programmer training course in upstate NY. (We've completed week 1) I'm hoping that if I should run into concepts that I find difficult to absorb, I might come here to see if they might be explained differently so that I might be a better student, and therefore eventually, a better machinist/programmer.