Project Update, the dividers had a pocket that was too deep and the slider doesnt need a pocket, so the Design file is now updated to this:
connect 4 V2.c2d (191.4 KB)
The first test cut of the Connect Four design on the XXL.
This White melamine coated MDF is awful, the plastic coating is just a mess.
Even though this is a scrap test, the material makes it hard to diagnose any problems while running the job.
MDF is pretty forgiving, but you cant see the sidewall due to the plastic.
I tried to find a positive with this material, and I cant find one.
MDF is only good for spoil boards.
The Parts all fit, but the slider needed to be strengthened. So it has been simplified: the step was removed, so it is .25" thick across its surface now, and the channel it slides in has been enlarged to match.
Next Run will be with the updated V2 design in 1/4" Baltic birch plywood from Rockler, “24x30"x.25” for $10.99
http://www.rockler.com/baltic-birch-plywood-24-inch-x-30-inch?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_content=pla&utm_campaign=PL&sid=V9146&gclid=CjwKEAiAsMXBBRD71KWOh6fcjRwSJAC5CNE13MQvElLgvRCU9U9caekA1kBNdUieTgk7yk-b_fkiRxoCimrw_wcB