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My First Numbers Puzzle

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My First Numbers Puzzle.xcs
My First Numbers Puzzle
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser
Machine & module
xTool D1
5W
Compatibles · 9
Material used
3mm Basswood Plywood
202
1275
Information
      This project can be an enjoyable activity for you and your young one. Introduce numbers 1-5 with an engaging, simple-to-use puzzle. You have the option to paint the insides of the numbers or involve an older sibling in the fun of creating the puzzle. With an M1 Ultra, you could effortlessly modify the file to color-fill the numbers, allowing the machine to add a dynamic touch.
    
Instruction
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Step1: Modify the Design

I have set up the included design file to be ready to use for the D1, however you may want to do a modifications if you have a different machine.  Another easy customization would be to add the name of the child across the top.

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Step2: Settings

The settings are for the D1 5W laser.  You may need to adjust the settings for your laser configuration.

Be sure to follow all the safety guidelines for your laser and always wear personal protective equipment when the laser is in operation. 

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Step3: Cut Layers
Preview

Please note that the design file has two tabs.  One is for the top layer which has the number cut outs and the second tab is just the outline, which will be used a s the base.  

You can start with either part, but I ran them as two separate jobs on my laser.  You could copy and paste so that they are both on the same canvas.

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Step4: Cut out Finger Pull
Preview
Preview
Preview

Since this intended for little ones, I thought it would be good to cut out an additional slot in the top layer as a way to pull out the numbers once they are in the cutouts.  I first thought of just adding a circle to the top layer as it cut out.  The problem is that the circle would cut into the number and cut off the top corner.  The fix is to just create a small circle  and cut it out after the top layer job is done.  

I simply aligned the laser at the top right and used the trace feature to see if part of the circle would catch the top right of the number cut out.

As you can see, I removed the number before starting this step and made only one oval shape using the circle tool.  I would just align the laser at the top of each number and let it run the cut process.

I am sure there is a better way to do this, but this solution was easy enough and didn't require me to work outside of the XCS software.  

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Step5: Glue up

Lastly, I used super glue to adhere to two parts together.  I applied pressure and aligned the top and lower layers with all the numbers removed.  About 1 minute is enough time for the glue to cure.  

After that you can use the puzzle.

 

** Be mindful that the project might not be suited for small children.  Never leave the puzzle with a child unsupervised.  The use of this puzzle is at your own discretion.  

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xTool Supplies Used in This Template
xTool D1
xTool D1
3mm Basswood Plywood
3mm Basswood Plywood