Creating a hand carved look around text on a sign

[sherman]

I have been trying to create a hand carved look around some text on a sign, but the tool path always seems to cut into my raised text. Anyone had any experience doing this? I am sure it is a setting that I have overlooked.

I am using the basic partworks package that came with my Buddy.

Thanks

[tmerrill]

Herman,

Here is an answer from Tony (Vectric) to a similar question on the Vectric forum:

"VCarve Pro calculates the Texture toolpath based on the middle / tip of the cutter, so the texture will overcut in some places by up to the radius of the cutter.

To ensure the texture stays within a boundary the vectors need to be offset inwards by the radius of the cutter.

There's a very good How To Tutorial on the web site that explains this in more detail.

http://www.vectric.com/WebSite/Vectric/support/ht_texturing.htm

I hope this helps,

Tony"

Partworks and VCarvePro are essentially the same software, Partworks being specific for ShopBot. This should answer your question, but if it doesn't, let us know.

Edit: I can't get the link in Tony's answer to activate. You will have to copy it and paste in your browser.

Tim

[sherman]

That is what I was looking for. Thanks for your help!