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    Default Angled Slots

    I need to cut angled slots into 1/2" plywood. Is this possible with the ShopBot?

    I thought about making a jig with a flat top holding an angled workpiece. Is that the correct solution? My angle is 15% off horizontal.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bartharris View Post
    I need to cut angled slots into 1/2" plywood. Is this possible with the ShopBot?

    I thought about making a jig with a flat top holding an angled workpiece. Is that the correct solution? My angle is 15% off horizontal.
    As a matter of fact:
    http://www.talkshopbot.com/forum/sho...sing-angle-jig

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    Magnificent! Thanks.

    Adding a flat top to my jig actually would mean I'd need a very long bit. I see this guy managed to cut straight into the workpiece. I'll just have to experiment carefully with pass depth.

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    Dear Bartharris

    Have I missed something? Could you not use a 'fluting' toolpath? similar to the attached!

    We use 'slim ones' for hiding the heads of pocket screws.

    Sincerely and in good faith
    Martin Reid

    Pocket 01.jpg

    Pocket 02.jpg

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