Hey there, I have set my zero and am ready to start my job. When I do so it starts in a random position that is not my zero. I have run this file before and no problem. Should I be loading my .c2d file or .nc file into carbide motion? Sorry, new baby here and trying to learn the ropes. -Please help me out. Thanks!!
The .c2d file should be fine.
What you describe is usually caused by a disconnect between job setup:
https://carbide3d.com/hub/courses/create/job-setup/
and how origin is set relative to the stock:
https://carbide3d.com/hub/courses/running-shapeoko/movements-zeroing/
Usually comparing the wireframe preview in Carbide Motion:
makes it obvious how things are (or are not) lining up.
If you have difficulty working out what is happening upload your .c2d file, step-by-step notes on how you are securing your stock and setting zero relative to it and a photo showing the machine at the origin (or a specified offset from that position) and screen grabs from Carbide Motion showing Position and Machine Position (click on either to toggle).
I did it today. Had a job set to center and zeroed it front left. Doh!!
Fortunately no damage. Reset it & carried on.
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