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re: Router templates
I'm glad to see that you are at it again. I've also got the itch to make some patio chairs of similar design but do not really know where to start. I will be following along for inspiration.
BTW, I see that you are using Vcarve for your CNC. Have you tried using the tiling feature for machining pieces too large for your machine. I've used it a few times by sliding the pieces through the Y axis. That might allow you to machine the long sections from a single piece of material rather than having to join them. The key is creating a means to slide the piece precisely between tiled sections. I usually machine alignment holes in my CNC spoil board or a fixture that is clamped down to the bed and use corresponding alignment holes in the waste areas of the material.
BTW, I see that you are using Vcarve for your CNC. Have you tried using the tiling feature for machining pieces too large for your machine. I've used it a few times by sliding the pieces through the Y axis. That might allow you to machine the long sections from a single piece of material rather than having to join them. The key is creating a means to slide the piece precisely between tiled sections. I usually machine alignment holes in my CNC spoil board or a fixture that is clamped down to the bed and use corresponding alignment holes in the waste areas of the material.
--Nathan, TX. Hire the lazy man. He may not do as much work but that's because he will find a better way.
