Cut Project General Work Flow
This articles formalized several term that usually used in a cut project, and also list out all the steps needed from conceptualization to final cut execution.
Convert Image Edges to Cut Path
This tutorial will walk you through converting the edges in an image into vector paths which you can then cut. We use a free Photoshop type program called Gimp to do this. You can accomplish the same process with other software in much the same way.
Understanding WAM G-code
This is an explanation and dissection of the WAZER G-code structure so that you can understand how WAZER is interpreting the series of commands that WAM generates. These are all critical for your WAZER to function correctly and safely
Visualization of the G-code Cut File
The WAZER team regularly uses this method to see how the material is to be cut by the WAZER. It can help you understand the order parts will be cut out and the path that the machine will take
How to CAD and Cut an Welcome Cut Multitool
The WAZER team regularly update this page to reflect the operation procedure of the most commonly used CAD software.
Cut Internal Features on Existing Shape
This guide will teach you how to accurately cut internal feature in a stock material that has existing shape you want to keep.
How to Measure Kerf
If you are into precision fabrication, it is helpful to predict what the kerf might be on the material of choice. This guide teaches you how to measure the kerf with common available measuring tool
Material Cutting
This tutorial will give you some insights into what we have learned about cutting various materials and thicknesses, tricks and reminders to make everything from sourcing material to fixturing more efficient.
Scale and Position
This guide teaches you how to set the overall size and orientation of the cut profile in WAM.
File Import Check List
This guide will teach you how to prepare the DXF and SVG files, and how to manipulate the cut features in WAM as you expect.
Material Setting and Edit
This guide teaches what cutting parameters go into one material setting, and how to edit them
Cutting Path Background and Selection
This guide explains the differences in cut paths and help you to select the best cut path for your particular cut job.
Finalize Cut
This guide explains the function on the last tab in WAM, and also teaches the users how to execute a perfect cut
Tabs and Leads Background
This guide explains how a tab and lead works in water jet cutting, and also teaches you how to operate the tabs and lead to maximize cut quality.