X Carve Acrylic Dust Boot

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**DISCLAIMER NOTICE**: Don't use this STL file, I included it just to upload this content. REFRAIN from 3D printing this design, instead, download AK_Eric's files linked below and follow his instructions carefully. I'm not responsible for any damaged or faulty parts resulting from your usage. Use at your own risk. I extracted AK_Eric's dust shoe design and modified it to fit my x-carve out of acrylic, allowing me to see the working surface clearly. Firstly, I'd like to thank AK_Eric for designing this file; I simply adapted it to suit my cutting needs. The instructions are divided into Fusion 360 users and Easel users. **Fusion 360 Users:** Use the .f3d file and upload it directly to your F360 software. This file already has CAM settings programmed, optimized for a flat tipped 1/8" single flute up cut bit. I used a 1/4" (6.15mm) cast acrylic sheet with my Dewalt spindle set to speed setting 5. The design includes tabs on all through cuts to prevent ejection; simply break the piece out and file it to finish. These tabs are 1mm high to account for material height inconsistencies. I didn't include a facing pass as I deemed it unnecessary. Now that you have the model, feel free to modify it according to your needs. As I'm not an expert in Fusion 360, if you're unsure about the settings, go ahead and adjust them accordingly. You'll need AK_Eric's complete files to finish this project; find them linked below. **Easel Users:** Download the gcode file (.nc extension) from this content. This is pre-configured for easy import into Easel. To do so, open a new Easel project, click 'Import', select 'GCode', and upload the file from your chosen location. You'll have 25mm of space on both the x-axis and y-axis to place clamps; I recommend using a 1ft x 1ft 1/4" (6.15mm) thick piece of CAST acrylic for optimal results. Please note that you must use 1/4" (6.15mm) cast acrylic for this design to cut correctly. Cutting time is approximately 24 minutes, so be prepared to stand by your machine with a vacuum ready to go. Once the file is uploaded, click 'Carve' and proceed through the setup process as you normally would. After the cut is complete, carefully remove the piece from the acrylic and file down the tabs to finish. Use a hot glue gun to attach your chosen bristles. To complete this project, download and print or have printed AK_Eric's remaining files according to his instructions. Again, I'd like to thank AK_Eric for creating this excellent file; I merely modified it to suit my cutting needs. This design is specifically tailored for the x-carve Dewalt spindle and 58mm (2.25") vacuum tube. Find the rest of AK_Eric's files here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2173106