From 60b76ac5cddf12470c495264fb6996e86f047465 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Quentin Bolsee <quentin.bolsee@cba.mit.edu> Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2024 19:38:40 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Update index.html --- index.html | 34 +++++++++++++++++++++++----------- 1 file changed, 23 insertions(+), 11 deletions(-) diff --git a/index.html b/index.html index 2643651..548f7b3 100644 --- a/index.html +++ b/index.html @@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ The basic operation between the SRM-20 and the Lunyee mill that you've been usin </p> <p> -This machine is operated using Mods: https://modsproject.org/ +This machine is operated using <a href="https://modsproject.org/">mods</a>. </p> <p> @@ -65,9 +65,8 @@ You have the option of loading a png or svg, either of which are prepared the ex <p> Let's make note of a few important things in this image! The SRM-20 is enclosed, and has a little door. It is very important that whenever the machine is running, this door is closed!!! +<b>If the spindle is running, this door must be shut!!!</b> </p> -### If the spindle is running, this door must be shut!!! - <p> Also, take note of the allen key magnetted on to the machine— that's the key for tightening the milling tools in, and that magnet is where it lives. Please return it to its home when you are done using it. @@ -80,11 +79,9 @@ Next, you will want to load PCB stock in. (unless you are re-using what's alread <a href="./img/7.jpeg" target=_blank><img src="./img/7.jpeg"/></a> <p> -The FR1 is fixed to the cutting bed using double sided tape, the same way you've done for the Lunyee. Let's take not of something important in this image: <b> there are two layers of FR1 </b>. +The FR1 is fixed to the cutting bed using double sided tape, the same way you've done for the Lunyee. Let's take not of something important in this image: <b> there are two layers of FR1 </b>. the lower layer is the spoil board, and the upper layer is the one you're cutting. You need to have both layers so that the plastic cutting bed underneath doesn't get destroyed. </p> -### the lower layer is the spoil board, and the upper layer is the one you're cutting. You need to have both layers so that the plastic cutting bed underneath doesn't get destroyed. - <p> You might also notice that the FR1 is hanging over the edge of the plastic base underneath it— try to avoid cutting over floating areas! </p> @@ -144,7 +141,9 @@ This will pop out a window with webserial devices listed; pick the srm 20: <a href="./img/21.png" target=_blank><img src="./img/21.png"/></a> <a href="./img/22.png" target=_blank><img src="./img/22.png"/></a> +<p> <b> if the window does not pop out, check if your browser supports web serial! </b> and, if not, switch to one that does, e.g. chrome. +</p> <p> Once you're paired to the machine, you can control the mill from mods. @@ -154,7 +153,9 @@ Once you're paired to the machine, you can control the mill from mods. For safety reasons, please be very aware that: </p> -## mods can now move the machine. +<p> +<b>mods can now move the machine.</b> +</p> <p> To zero the x-y axis, go to the window SRM 20 absolute coordinates: @@ -167,9 +168,13 @@ To zero the x-y axis, go to the window SRM 20 absolute coordinates: You can change the coordinates in the origin section to move the machine to where you want the origin of your design to be. So in the above image, when you click "move to origin" the mill will move to x:10, y:10, z:10. </p> -## Make sure that your cutting tool is installed high enough it won't collide, and make sure the door is closed before clicking "move to origin" +<p> +Make sure that your cutting tool is installed high enough it won't collide, and make sure the door is closed before clicking "move to origin" +</p> -## The machine will move once you click that button. +<p> +The machine will move once you click that button. +</p> <p> Now that the machine is at the correct x-y position, you can slightly lower the z height from mods, and then you will loosen the set screw so that the milling bit contacts the FR1, and then re-tighten in that position. From there, your x, y, and z heights are all set, and you are ready to start milling. Let's go through this: @@ -197,7 +202,9 @@ for visibility of the height of the tool off the FR1: Now, I will loosen the set screw so that the milling bit drops onto the FR1 (do the drop gently, i.e. hold onto the milling bit, otherwise the drop can damage the tool). </p> +<p> <b> While holding the milling bit in place, re-tighten the set screw </b>. Again, you do not need to crank it, overtightening the set screw can damage the threads. +</p> <p> The reason why you want to hold the milling bit in place is because the tightening of the set screw can slightly lift the milling bit out of place otherwise, which can cause your traces especially to not mill out properly. @@ -206,6 +213,7 @@ The reason why you want to hold the milling bit in place is because the tighteni <p> This is everything in place, fingers for visibility: </p> + <a href="./img/13.jpeg" target=_blank><img src="./img/13.jpeg"/></a> <a href="./img/14.jpeg" target=_blank><img src="./img/14.jpeg"/></a> @@ -217,9 +225,13 @@ Now, everything is zero-ed correctly, and you are ready to mill your design! To do this, load up your png/svg of your traces into mods, select the 1/64" mill traces option, and click calculate. (This is all basically the same as the lunyee). </p> -### Then, the "waiting for file" button in the WebUsb window will switch to "send file". Once you click "send file", the machine will start milling. +<p> +<b>Then, the "waiting for file" button in the WebUsb window will switch to "send file". Once you click "send file", the machine will start milling.</b> +</p> -## Make sure the door is closed!!! +<p> +Make sure the door is closed!! +</p> <p> ok great, the SRM 20 milled out your traces: -- GitLab