Lithophanes
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Lithophanes
Cut in 1/4"x8"x5" Corian champagne with 0.04" gap below model
For more details see: http://www.vectric.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=28&t=12614
zero z at bottom of material (CNC table top) compensates for variable thickness of material.
Dale
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Re: Lithophanes
Very nice - detail is excellent. Can you provide details in machining. Bit(s) used, speed, feed, time.
Thanks for posting,
Phil
Thanks for posting,
Phil
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Re: Lithophanes
Both set with zero-Z at the bottom of the part (table top).
The 1/2" LG Hi-Max (in-laws) was rough cut with a spiral tapered, 4-flute, 1/8" ball nose, 40% step-over, 50 feed rate. Finish cut with a spiral, 3-flute, 1/16" ball nose, 10% step-over, 50 feed rate, gap below model 0.035", raster @ 315°.
The 1/4" Corian (cat) was rough cut with a spiral, 3-flute, 1/16" ball nose, 10% step-over, 50 feed rate, single pass, no roughing, gap below model 0.04", raster @ 315°. Same specs as cat. Photos are cropped and saved at maximum resolution using Adobe Photoshop.
NOTE: Photos of lithophanes are never as good as the lithophanes.
Dale
The 1/2" LG Hi-Max (in-laws) was rough cut with a spiral tapered, 4-flute, 1/8" ball nose, 40% step-over, 50 feed rate. Finish cut with a spiral, 3-flute, 1/16" ball nose, 10% step-over, 50 feed rate, gap below model 0.035", raster @ 315°.
The 1/4" Corian (cat) was rough cut with a spiral, 3-flute, 1/16" ball nose, 10% step-over, 50 feed rate, single pass, no roughing, gap below model 0.04", raster @ 315°. Same specs as cat. Photos are cropped and saved at maximum resolution using Adobe Photoshop.
NOTE: Photos of lithophanes are never as good as the lithophanes.
Dale
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Re: Lithophanes
Thanks for the specs- nice family shot.
Phil
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Re: Lithophanes
When you say gap below model, what exactly does that mean? Is that the material thickness that does not get cut?
Thanks
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Re: Lithophanes
On the toolpath list click on the material setup icon (upper left).
On the screen you can set zero-Z in the Material box.
Then in the Model Position in Material box click the Gap Below Model radio button and enter the desired number.
The different colors are Corian glacier white and champagne, LG Hi-Max bisque and color similar to Corian Bone (name not known)
Dale
On the screen you can set zero-Z in the Material box.
Then in the Model Position in Material box click the Gap Below Model radio button and enter the desired number.
The different colors are Corian glacier white and champagne, LG Hi-Max bisque and color similar to Corian Bone (name not known)
Dale
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Re: Lithophanes
Alright looks like you are having fun .... you know you might need a 12 step program for this addiction though
Keep up the good work
Kent
Keep up the good work
Kent
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Re: Lithophanes
You have to blame errr credit my wife for these... She wants them for Christmas gifts. Dale
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Re: Lithophanes
Ever wonder what a reverse lithophane would look like? It makes a nice 3d photo. The 2d photo does not look near as good as the finished product.
Glacier white Corian dyed with russet leather dye then buffed with the end of a rolled up paper towel while the dye is damp to bring out the highlights.
Buffing with a bit of Acetone on the towel may be necessary to achieve the desired results. Then sprayed with a clear finish solvent based finish (Rustoleum clear).
It may be possible to duplicate in wood such as aspen, without grain pattern. I tried using pine but the grain caused the dye to destroy the effect. I will probably try Aspen next.
Dale
Glacier white Corian dyed with russet leather dye then buffed with the end of a rolled up paper towel while the dye is damp to bring out the highlights.
Buffing with a bit of Acetone on the towel may be necessary to achieve the desired results. Then sprayed with a clear finish solvent based finish (Rustoleum clear).
It may be possible to duplicate in wood such as aspen, without grain pattern. I tried using pine but the grain caused the dye to destroy the effect. I will probably try Aspen next.
Dale
You will get old if you live long enough!
Young = time, no money
Old = money, no time
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Old = money, no time
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Re: Lithophanes
What cut depth are you using when z zero is set to the table.
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Re: Lithophanes
Please forgive what is probably a dumb question...but I presume I must have PhotoVCarve to do lithophanes?
Angie
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Re: Lithophanes
Corion.com offers samples of Corian for the consumer to purchase. These come in 4"x4"x1/2" blocks. I cut them in half on a table saw, making them 3/16 thick. (almost exactly)
I clamp the sides down to hold it. My lithophanes are the same size as playing card when complete.
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid= ... fcce6676b2
This is my 4th attempt. I have since adjusted depths and changed bits, etc. I'm still using the 60 deg. V-bit, though.
I clamp the sides down to hold it. My lithophanes are the same size as playing card when complete.
http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid= ... fcce6676b2
This is my 4th attempt. I have since adjusted depths and changed bits, etc. I'm still using the 60 deg. V-bit, though.
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Re: Lithophanes
Nope, don't need PhotoVCarve. You can do lithopanes directly in Aspire. One of the v3.0 tutorials shows how.
Steve Godding
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Re: Lithophanes
Thanks, Steve,dealguy11 wrote:Nope, don't need PhotoVCarve. You can do lithopanes directly in Aspire. One of the v3.0 tutorials shows how.
I couldn't find it the first three times I looked. Just found the right tutorial.
Angie
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Re: Lithophanes
Hi Angie,
I have cut several litho's using the Aspire recomended settings and I have been very pleased with how well they have turned out.
Cheers,
Roger.
I have cut several litho's using the Aspire recomended settings and I have been very pleased with how well they have turned out.
Cheers,
Roger.