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Review our Many Tutorial Videos, Informational Videos and Video Demonstrations For Our Tooling.
Videos, Tutorials and Demonstrations for Spring Loaded Engraving Tools, Vacuum Chucks, Engraving Software Programs, CNC Countersink Depth Stop, CNC Dot Peen Marking Tool
Spring Loaded Engraving Tool ™ - See How It Works!
- 2L Spring Loaded Engraving Tools allow you to engrave flat, curved and uneven surfaces, as well as dramatically reduce engraving cycle times when engraving with your CNC Machine.
- This video is a demonstration of the set up and operation of the Standard Size (3/4″ Diameter) Spring Loaded Engraving Tool.
- We produce 5 different diameter Spring Loaded Engraving Tools, in house, to fit virtually any CNC Machine.
Reduce Cycle Times using a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool ™
- Engraving Cycle Times can be reduced significantly, up to 84%, when engraving using a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool and 2L Single Line Fonts.
- The cycle time monitor in the 2L PRO Engraving Software demonstrates the reduction in engraving cycle times when using a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool compared to a rigid tool.
Videos and Demonstrations for 2L PRO Engraving Software Programs
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Overview
- The PRO Version of the 2L Engraving Software is a multi-layer engraving software program for CNC Machine Engraving that creates standard G-code nc files.
- Engrave and edit logos and drawings, create detailed engraving layouts, draw shapes, import dxf files, engrave incrementing serial numbers, engrave text on a radius, monitor engraving cycle times, and more.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Part Set Up - Step 1 Tutorial
- How to begin using the PRO Version of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Step 1 of the tutorial shows how to set up the workspace for your particular part setup.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Add Layers - Tutorial Step 2
- How to begin adding layers of text, geometry, photos, lines, and other objects to the PRO Version of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Step 2 of the tutorial shows how to add layers to the workspace to begin engraving using the PRO 1, PRO 2 and PRO 3 Engraving Software Program.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Add Text - Tutorial Step 3
- How to begin adding detailed layers of text to the PRO 1, PRO 2 and PRO 3 Versions of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Step 3 of the Tutorial shows how to Add Text to the workspace to begin engraving.
- You can choose either one of the single line fonts or one of the other standard fonts currently installed on your computer.
- Set the font character size and control the spacing between letters, words, and lines.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Create G-Code - Tutorial Step 4
- How to Create G-Code in the PRO Version of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Step 4 of the tutorial shows how to create the output G-Code or NC file that is used by the cnc machines to machine or engrave components.
- The 2L inc. PRO engraving software produces ISO standard G-Code that can be used to control virtually any cnc machine.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Create Serial Number - Tutorial Step 5
- How to Create Serial Numbers in the PRO Version of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Step 5 of the tutorial shows how to create incrementing serial numbers using the 2L inc. PRO 1, PRO 2 and PRO 3 Engraving Software.
- With the push of a button, the serial numbers can be saved as either a single g-code file containing all the different serial numbers or each individual serial number can be saved in its own individual nc file.
- If you choose to save the serial numbers into individual files, the files are named as the serial number to allow easily calling them out as a subprogram from your main machining program using a simple counter.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Rotary Axis Output - Tutorial Step 6
- How to Create Rotary Axis Output (4th axis) in the PRO Version of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Step 6 of this tutorial shows how to setup and create the output G-Code or NC file that is used by the cnc machines to machine or engrave components using a rotary axis.
- The g-code can be used by either cnc milling machines (vertical or horizontal machining centers or multi-axis lathes).
- The 2L inc. PRO 2 engraving software allows engraving on the outer diameter (O.D.) of a rod or cylinder and essentially unrolls the cylinder on the workspace to allow easily laying out the text and other geometry to be engraved.
- Text, photos, shapes and other geometry can be engraved or marked.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
Cycle Time Monitor - Tutorial Step 7
- Step 7 of the tutorial shows how to use the Cycle Time Monitor of the PRO 1, PRO 2, and PRO 3 Versions of the 2L Engraving Software.
- Using the Cycle Time Monitor in the engraving software shows how long a particular engraving job will take and will show the effect of changing parameters to speed up the overall job.
PRO Engraving Software Tutorial
2D Data Matrix Barcodes
- How to create 2D Data Matrix Barcodes using the PRO 3 Version of the 2L Engraving Software Tutorial.
- Engrave 2D Data Matrix Barcodes (UID) on Standard 3 or 4 Axis CNC Milling Machines or Multi Axis Lathes.
- Perform Direct Part Marking (DPM).
- The software outputs standard g-code to control virtually any cnc machine.
- The 2D DataMatrix barcodes can be produced using an engraving tool, the Spring Loaded Engraving Tool, or the CNC Dot Peen Marking Tool.
- The barcode marks that are created can be read or scanned using either a smartphone app or a barcode reader.
Countersink Uneven Surfaces
CNC Countersink Depth Stop Tool
- The 2L inc. CNC Countersink Depth Stop Tool controls countersink depth on uneven materials.
- Use for precise countersink depth control on uneven surfaces.
- The depth is adjustable in 0.001″ increments.
- Accommodates Countersinks with cutter diameters up to 7/8” (0.875” – 22 mm).
Vacuum Chuck Workholding
Modular Vacuum Chucks
- The 2L Modular Vacuum Chucks allow you to use one 8″ x 12″ Vacuum Chuck, or connect 2, 3, 4 or more of the Modular 8″ x 12″ Vacuum Chucks to create the size workspace needed.
- This Modular Vacuum Chuck is easily held in vises already mounted to your cnc machine table. It is a flexible system for quick prototyping and its ease of set up allows for high production runs.
Air Venturi Vacuum Generator Pump
How to Adjust Air Venturi Vacuum Generator Pump
- This video describes how to setup and adjust the 2L inc. Air Powered Venturi Vacuum to obtain the maximum vacuum level.
Dot Peen Marking
CNC Dot Peen Marking Tool
- The 2L inc. CNC Dot Peen Marking Tools creates permanent dots or pin marks on uneven work surfaces using the rotating spindle of a cnc machine.
- It is an inexpensive means for manufacturers to add dot peen technology to their processes and better utilize the cnc machines they already own.
- The Dot Peen marker can compensate uneven surfaces up to approximately 0.100″ (2.5mm).
- The tool operates at a spindle speed of 1000rpm and allows producing as fast as the cnc machine can move.
Dot Peen Marking
Tool Changer Set Up for the CNC Dot Peen Marking Tool
- How to setup the 2L inc. CNC Dot Peen Tool for use with a typical machining center toolchanger.
- The CNC Dot Peen Tool can be used on both vertical or horizontal spindle cnc machines.
Engrave Granite with Composite Tool and Spring Loaded Engraving Tool
Engrave Granite
- Machine rough and porous Graphite using a 2L inc. Modular Vacuum Chuck and a 3″ face mill.
- Engrave Graphite using a 2L Spring Loaded Engraving Toolholder and Solid Carbide 2L Composite Engraving Tool Bit.