3 D Models

[gary_k]

Has anyone used the 3D Model Club for reliefs? Their models seem to have really good detail and just wondering if anyone has actually purchased any of them.

Also, I have the Vector Art Mega Collection and being new to all of this, what is the best application for these and I have noticed some of the designs are just an outline and some are shaded - where can I find some direction on using these? Can you make 3D models from these using ArtCam Pro?

Thanks, Gary

[carlosgmarroquin]

Hi Gary. I bought from then a ship relief and the Letter A with the flowers. The detail is incredible.

In Artcam, by using the rest machining feature you can figure out which areas were left out because of the bit diameter. I noticed with this models that if you make a small version of this model (6"x6") you'll need even a 1/16" ball nose bit to make all the details. that hapened in both models.

[jsfrost]

Gary,

The Vector Art Mega collection is ideal for cutting along vector at fixed depth (line art) and for Vcarving, provided you select appropriate sets of vectors. I would not be without it.

As a training exercise, or rarely for a specific project, you can roll your own 3D using VAMC images as a starting point. In general the labor required, at least for me, makes this a poor use of time. It is usually much more cost effective to purchase a finished relief.