Beginner Can't create a tool path with some graphics

[JDT207 (J.D. Thomas)]

I have an image that I imported into my project. I was able to create a tool path for the outside circle and the two letters on the inside. I can’t get it to create a tool path on the Holy Mackerel. Can anyone tell me what i am doing wrong?

Thanks
Dave

[mhotchin (Michael Hotchin)]

To be able to provide any insight, we need to see the project file. Please post the C2D file from Carbide Create so we can see what is going on.

[JDT207 (J.D. Thomas)]

Thanks mhotchin, Here is the file from CC V7

HM first try.c2d (100 KB)

[JDT207 (J.D. Thomas)]

Hi Michael, I finally was able to get it to make a tool path when I programed it as a Contour.

[WillAdams (William Adams (Carbide 3D))]

For the Inside Art you are trying to use a pocket operation with a #102:

which tool at 0.125" diameter is quite a bit larger than much of the graphic and won’t fit (geometry should be endmill diameter plus 10% wider than the endmill at its narrowest point):

For such detailed imagery, I would recommend a V carving toolpath:

[JDT207 (J.D. Thomas)]

Thanks guys, this was a big help. Just learning the game.

jd