Software to use 3D printer as an engraver (spindle motor)?
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I have a large heavy duty 3D printer with a Duet wifi controller. I want to use it to engrave text into aluminium. I have a 480 watt motor which I am going to attach to the frame and then attach a flexible shaft between it and where the hot end is now. The text is going to be fairly small and I have some 0.4mm cutting/engraving bits.
What software do I need to convert text into GCode to send to the printer? I have searched but everything seems to be aimed at laser engraving. -
You can use Fusion 360 to achieve the pathing needed.
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So I guess you mean the following:
Create the text, generate the gcode and then manually put in the z axis commands to raise and lower the cutter? -
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Thanks for the tip! I will take a look at that.
