This page describes the parts coming with, the functions of, and how to use Rotary Attachment 2 (RA2).
1: RA2
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If you've purchased the Rotary Attachment 2 Pro kit, you can also find: | |
8: Jaw chuck components 9: Tail module 10: Single-step jaw components 11: Double-step jaw components 12: Stud components 13: Screw M4*10 14: Screw M4*20 15: Hex key 2.5mm 16: Tape measure 1.5m | |
Note: The connection cable is subject to the kit you've purchased. |
1: Motor 2: Device connection port 3: Adjustable roller 4: Roller stand 5: Slot × 3 6: Fixed roller |
Before you use RA2, you may need to set its level based on the material to be engraved.
Component/module | Apply to | ||
Support module | Irregular objects or objects that are too long for RA2 | ||
Jaw chuck components + | Double-step jaw components | Non-rounded bottom objects of diameter 1mm to 100mm | |
Single-step jaw components | Rounded bottom objects of diameter 1mm to 100mm | ||
Stud components | Rings | ||
Tail module + | Double-step jaw components/Single-step jaw components | Spheres of diameter 70mm to 100mm | |
Stud components | Spheres of diameter 25mm to 70mm |
You need to remove the rollers before you install the jaw chuck components.
Note: After you remove the roller components and screws, put them away for subsequent use.
Tips: You can use the chuck key to expand or contract the chuck.
Alternatively, you can install the jaw components with the steps facing outward.
Single-step jaw components
Alternatively, you can install the jaw components with the steps facing outward.
Tips: To engrave objects with handles, you can fit the baseplate to the other side.
Stud components
Tail modules
You can lock or unlock the tail module as follows.
RA2 supports xTool D1 and other open-structure laser engravers.
1. Use the risers delivered with xTool D1 to raise it.
If you need to raise xTool D1 higher, you can go to xtool.com to purchase more risers.
2. Connect RA2 to xTool D1.
3. Place RA2 in the working area of xTool D1. Ensure that RA2 is parallel to plates of xTool D1.
Note: The steps in this section are for reference only. The structure and position of the y-axis motor vary according to machine.
1. Raise the laser engraver to a height that allows the laser module to process your material on RA2.
2. Unplug the connection cable from the y-axis motor.
Tips: Generally, an open-structure laser engraver is equipped with two motors, namely the x-axis and y-axis motors. The x-axis motor allows the laser module to move left and right, and the y-axis one allows the laser module to move forward and backward.
3. Connect the connection cable to a connector adapter delivered with RA2, and then connect the adapter to the device connection port on RA2.
4. Place RA2 in the working area of the laser engraver.
1. Connect xTool D1 to a power supply and turn it on.
2. Connect xTool D1 and your computer by using the USB cable.
3. Open XCS and connect xTool D1 to XCS.
4. Select the Laser cylindrical processing type.
5. Select the Roller or Chuck mode according to the components or modules you are using.
The following uses xTool D1 as an example:
1. After connecting RA2 to xTool D1, connect xTool D1 to LightBurn.
2. Import a design file and modify parameters (size of file, laser speed, and power).
3. Choose Tools > Rotary Setup.
4. Set parameters as shown in the following figures.
Settings for xTool D1
Settings for third-party machines
Tips: You can click Test to check the rotary settings. See if the rollers or jaw chuck can turn 360 degrees.
Note: Currently, the Mirror Output to Rotary setting on Rotary Setup can't automatically take effect. You need to open the Rotary Setup window and click OK every time before you click Start to start engraving, to make the setting take effect.
5. Click Frame to preview the engraving area. Ensure that the design elements are to be engraved in the expected area.
6. Click Start.
Note: Currently, xTool products do not support LaserGRBL. For detailed instructions, go to lasergrbl.com/usage.
1. Connect your machine to LaserGRBL.
For details, see the user manual of your machine.
2. Import design files and modify parameters.
For the roller mode, you can use the default settings.
For the jaw chuck mode, you need to modify Y-axis travel resolution.
Choose Grbl > Grbl Configuration, divide 12,800 by the circumference of the object to be engraved, and set Y-axis travel resolution to the value obtained.
3. Click the Start icon to start processing.
After you complete the settings, the icon turns green.