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Simple Box G Code

Goal The goal of this procedure is to draw a simple box 10x10mm.

Relevant Marlin 3D Printer Firmware running on Arduino Mega with RAMPS 1.4 shield. Controlled via Pronterface.

Procedure The procedure below is a simple gcode example that will show how to draw a simple 10mm box.

  1. Create a text file with the following code. In this example, we will call the text file box10x10mm.g
G91 
G1 X10 
G1 Y10 
G1 X-10 
G1 Y-10

Note: This G-code is suitable for CNC mills and many laser cutters that accept standard G-code for vector engraving or cutting. When using a laser, check that your firmware supports laser mode and set appropriate power and speed commands for safe operation.

  1. Open Pronterface

  2. Click the Connect button, to connect to the device.

  1. Click the Home button, to home all of the axis.

  1. Click the Load File button.

  1. Select the file created in step 1.

  1. Click the Print button.

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