Tools:Pro Vinyl Tool

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1 Introduction
- 1.1 Tips
2 CAD Files
- 2.1 SolidWorks 2010
  - 2.1.1 Parasolid Assembly
3 Cutting Layouts
4 Assembly Instructions
- 4.1 Prep the Parts
- 4.2 Assemble

Introduction

Welcome to the documentation page for the pro version of the vinyl cutting tool for the Fab@Home Model II. This tool features an integrated Roland type plotter blade and blade mount for convenience and accuracy, and a sprung assembly for consistent cutting force.

Add the ability to produce custom vinyl and paper signs, stickers, decals, stencils, to your Fab@Home Model II.

Tips

The most critical factor is securing the media to be cut. Harder materials for engraving are easily clamped, but thin sheets must be secured either with double sided tape to a cutting mat or directly to an adhesive cutting mat such as this one: [1].

CAD Files

SolidWorks 2010

Link: Pro Vinyl Tool SolidWorks.zip
Date:
Format: zip archive of SolidWorks 2010 3D CAD files, along with SolidWorks cutting layouts for 3 and 6mm sheets.

Parasolid Assembly

Link: Pro Vinyl Tool Parasolid.x_t
Date: 22:35, 30 November 2010 (UTC)
Format: zip archive of Parasolid assemblies and parts files.
Note: Complete assembly of tool.

Cutting Layouts

Sheet 1: 3mm acrylic Sheet 2: 6mm acrylic

Link: Image:Pro Vinyl Tool DXF Cutting Layouts.zip
Date: 00:09, 1 December 2010 (UTC)
Format: zip archive of Parasolid assemblies and parts files.
Note: Complete assembly of tool.

Assembly Instructions

Prep the Parts

Follow the instructions here: Tools:Tool Mount in order to attach the quick mount tool system to the tool back plate.
Insert M3 threaded insert into the insert plate with a soldering iron.
Glue the upper spring support plate to the insert plate.

NOTES:

If you were unable to obtain 10 mm long 2mm diameter guide shafts, you may need to cut these to length. Deviations by about a millimeter does not appear to affect performance.
You should cut the M3 threaded adjustment shaft to length so that it does not stick out of the top. It should be approximately <<>> cm.

Assemble

Attach a side plate to the tool back plate as shown.
Attach upper and lower gear support plates, and upper pillow block to the side plate.
Assemble the Blade Holder Assembly as shown.
Attach the Roland Blade Holder to the Blade Holder Assembly
Insert the 2mm shafts into the Blade Holder Assembly and the Insert Plate Assembly
Attach the 2mm shafts to the Upper Pillow Block and attach the other side plate to the back plate
Insert the adjustment gear and screw in the top plate.
Screw in the bottom pillow block and the bottom seal plate to the side plates.
a. Slide the M3 Shaft through the adjustment gear and screw it into the insert plate such that it protrudes approximately 2cm below the insert plate assembly. Exact length will depend on rest length of your springs and the range of cutting force you want.