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Kids Ruler

Instruction
ruler.xcs
ruler
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser (45min)
Machine & module
xTool D1 Pro
20W
Material used
Birch Plywood
gift
89
1871

Information

      A creative ruler for your kids to enjoy learning and measuring
    

Instruction

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Step1: Creation

Kids Ruler instruction: step 1 - Creation
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Kids Ruler instruction: step 1 - Creation
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Kids Ruler instruction: step 1 - Creation
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Kids Ruler instruction: step 1 - Creation
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So first I used the grid array to create the little marks on the bottom I did mine in metric so I made 9 small marks at 1mm apart at 5mm tall. Next I made a taller mark on the first one 10mm, and then the 5th mark I made at 7mm now I combined these and then used the array tool to make them as long as I wanted with spacing set to 1mm. Now I added numbers at all the 10s. Next I drew a rectangle around the numbers and added my SVGs that I wanted. (note; grouping all your dashes and numbers makes it alot easier to move around without messing up the alignment.) I then used the outline tool set to 2mm to put a boarder around the ruler removing the original rectangle I set this for cut. Then I pressed the button and yelled “Fire the laser”. 

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Step2: check your marks

Kids Ruler instruction: step 2 - check your marks
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So I found mistakes in the first one and had to redo it! so be careful when moving around your images. I used a known tape measure to ensure that all my lines were matched up. Now you can add magnets or even use the outline to cut out a felt back and glue it to it. I also suggest using a light wipe of alcohol and then using some type of sealant or polyurethane, because without it the laser markings on your wood will fade quickly. 

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