I need help figuring out some of these problems. I’m trying to make some test grids to figure out proper power and speeds for cutting. I used the Shape Properties to grade the individual lines to match the power setting on the left and set my layers to range between 1-100 power adjusting speeds to match my cut speed for that column. I’m wondering why I don’t have anything show up for 5 and 10 mm/s speeds and why are my lines so wiggly? My belts are very snug and there isn’t any movement the gantry when everything is engaged. Thanks in advance!
Just some observations. The wiggles seem to change with speed which it looks like something is vibrating or ringing at a constant frequency
I cut this material a lot. Can get it cheap at Depot. Is not consistent from batch to batch because it’s not designed for laser cutting.
My technique is to cut a 20mm squares at various speeds and power levels. Make sure it’s in focus as that’s another variable. Look for a clean cut with brownish sides.
It doesn’t seem to be affected by the material. I think it’s happening when transitioning from travel moves to cutting. I also did a thickness calibrating tool and it had wobbles right at the beginning of the cut but resolved quickly.
I ended up changing my Acc factor, G0 Acc factor, and Speed factor all to 0. I don’t really know how this will affect more practical cuts, but it did the trick!
