This forum is still new and may look a bit empty at the moment.

Please don’t hesitate to ask your questions. If you are building a Raw Creative 2.5, planning your build or wondering about parts, setup or assembly, feel free to start a topic.

I will do my best to answer questions and help as much as I can. As more builders join, the forum will grow into a useful place for tips, build discussions and shared experience.

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RE: motor covers

Those motor cover side pieces and spacer enclosures are not included in the standard DXF download at the moment. They are part of our finished plate...

3 months ago
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RE: Aluminum Extrusions in USA?

I don’t think that will cause any major problems.Using 0.25" plate instead of 6 mm, and 0.125" instead of 3 mm, should be very close. The difference i...

3 months ago
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RE: Rack version build status

Hi Dave,Yes, aluminium is a much better match for this type of machine than steel.With the correct settings, you can cut a lot of aluminium on a machi...

3 months ago
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RE: Rack version build status

For steel cutting, I want to be a little careful with my recommendation. The Raw Creative 2.5 is an aluminium profile based machine, and I would not...

3 months ago
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RE: Belt version build status

Unfortunately, I do not have a finished file for the rail alignment jig available at the moment.But it is a very simple jig to make yourself. The line...

4 months ago
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RE: Advice on Raw Inventive 2.5 build (750×750 lutherie CNC – ballscrew vs belt, spindle choice, Valchromat plates?

That is a big question, but I will try to answer the parts I can.One important thing I think you may have missed is the rack and pinion version. The R...

4 months ago
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RE: What type of steel for plates?

Yes, A36 or 1008 mild steel should be perfectly fine for the plates, especially if they are powder coated or otherwise protected against rust. You d...

4 months ago
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RE: Which aluminium profile to use, V-slot or T-slot?

You can use V-slot profiles in the 2020 range, but if you are in Europe, g0 to Motedis.com and look for 2020 i type profiles

4 months ago
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RE: Belt version build status

Hi, you can download the plates from here:/p>  

4 months ago
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RE: Rack version build status

If you think the belt version looks manageable, than the rack version is as easy, i can take the belt version as it is now and convert it to racks in ...

4 months ago
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