8.5 | Vectric Aspire

Project: Create a simple wooden picture frame Materials:

Wood (e.g., pine or MDF) - 1/2" thick Picture frame glass or acrylic Photo or artwork Hinges and screws (optional)

Software: Vectric Aspire 8.5 Step 1: Setting up the project

Launch Vectric Aspire 8.5 and create a new project by selecting File > New (or press Ctrl+N). Set the project units to inches or millimeters , depending on your preference. Choose a template or select Blank Project . Set the project size to approximately 8" x 10" (20 cm x 25 cm). vectric aspire 8.5

Step 2: Designing the frame

Create a new 2D shape by selecting Shapes > Rectangle (or press Shift+R). Draw a rectangle with the following dimensions:

Width: 8.5" (21.59 cm) Height: 11" (27.94 cm) Corner radius: 0.25" (6.35 mm) Project: Create a simple wooden picture frame Materials:

Create another rectangle with the following dimensions:

Width: 7.5" (19.05 cm) Height: 9" (22.86 cm) Corner radius: 0.25" (6.35 mm)

Use the Subtract tool (or press Ctrl+-) to create a recessed area for the photo. Set the project size to approximately 8" x

Step 3: Adding profiles and machining

Create a new profile by selecting Profiles > Edge Profile (or press Shift+E). Select the outer edge of the frame and set the profile to Round Over with a radius of 0.125" (3.18 mm). Create another profile for the inner edge of the frame and set it to Chamfer with a 0.25" (6.35 mm) angle. Apply a Pocket machining operation to create a recessed area for the photo.