[TexasCNC]

Hello I just bought me a Laguna CNC I have a handheld (rich auto) does anybody know how to run a program and have the spindle not spinning?

reason so I can attach Dryer erase marker for labeling.

It will be greatly appreciate it

 

[difalkner]

Can you just turn the VFD off in the control enclosure?

 

[TimPa]

if your cam control software (or GUI) does not have a stop spindle control, another option may be to enter an "M5" code in your cut file where you want it to turn off.

maybe another Laguna user will show up with better info...

 

[jw2170]

Welcome to the forum.

 

[old55]

Welcome to the forum @TexasCNC

 

[PhilBa]

At worst case, you can edit the gcode and take out the M3 (turn spindle on) instructions.

Maybe just not power the VFD? (I assume you have one of those, if it's a router, just turn it off).

How are you creating the "tool paths" for the marker? There might be something there. Maybe a "diamond engraving" or drag knife option? Those wouldn't turn on the spindle.

 

[MEBCWD]

You can also make a new post processor without the commands to start and stop the spindle. Save your files with it whenever you are using a drag knife, diamond engraving bit, or a marker holder.

 

[old55]

Welcome to the forum @EthanMurphy

 

[jw2170]

G'day @EthanMurphy , welcome to the forum.

 

[MarkJonesRanger]

I edited my shark post processor file by copying it and changed the control code and turned the router off and named the file Etching post processor. I have three post processors now. Inch, laser and etch. It works well.