Beambox II - Passthrough Add-on (Hardware setup)
Description
The Passthrough function is designed for engraving long objects that exceed the working area. It allows users to automatically divide large design files into multiple work areas, making it easier to engrave in sections.
Usage Limitations
Due to the entry size limitations of Beambox II, the acceptable workpiece width is typically 350mm, while the length is unlimited.
Step 1 - Enable Passthrough mode
In the document settings, enable the Passthrough option and enter the desired working area.
Step 2 - Import Objects
Import an object ((e.g., a rectangular frame)) and adjust its size and position.
Click the Passthrough icon in the left sidebar to enter Passthrough mode.
Step 3 - Set Up Passthrough
Settings Description
- Object Length: Displays the length of the selected object, helping you determine the height of each work area.
- Work Area Height: Defines how the passthrough object is divided into multiple work areas for engraving. You can also preview the engraving content of each section in the rightside window.
- Reference Layer: This layer serves as a reference for alignment only and will not be engraved.
- Guide Mark: Alignment marks are two triangular markers that must be engraved on both the main material and the auxiliary material. When repositioning the material after each engraving section, these triangular markers help ensure proper alignment.
Example with the following shape: The object length is 450mm. If the height of each work area is set to 250mm, the object will be divided into two sections.
The dashed lines indicate the division points of each work area.
It is generally recommended to minimize the number of divisions to avoid potential alignment errors at the joints, which may cause misalignment of the design file.
Export the design file after completing the setup.
Step 4 - Passthrough Engraving
If you are using Guide marks, you will need to prepare auxiliary materials.
Step 4.1 - Prepare for Engraving
Secure the auxiliary material next to the main material.
Start the current engraving and move the laser head to the top-left corner of the engraving material.
Start the current position engraving and set the starting point to the top-left corner.
(You can also use the origin position, but note that the laser tube position should be placed on the right side to avoid a homing failure.)
Use the framing preview to confirm the engraving position of the first section of the design file.
Please note: When using the framing, make sure to turn off the reference layer.
Use the framing to confirm the position of the guide marks, ensuring they cross over between the main material and the auxiliary material.
(For example, with the guide mark set to the default 4cm, confirm that the laser head will roughly extend about 2cm beyond the auxiliary material during the framing.)
Step 4.2- Engrave First Section
When exporting the file, by default, only the first work section and reference marks are enabled. After adjusting the parameters, you can directly start engraving the first work area.
After engraving is complete, the guide marks should partially appear on the auxiliary material.
Step 4.3- Engrave Second Section
Close the first section layer and open the second section layer.
Move the main material and align the lower guide marks on the main material with the upper marks on the auxiliary material before proceeding with engraving.
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