Vectric job time estimates vs gSender

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LM 2.5, Vectric Pro. On several jobs I have done, the Vectric estimated time for V-Carving and Profile cuts was double the time indicated by gSender. The actual time was very close to the gSender information. Do not need to have exact same time estimate, but two to one is of concern. Suggestions? Thanks

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@Retiree You can set a factor in VCarve to account for the discrepancy. It’s not great, either, but, depending on the project, it will get you close.

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Interested in learning more. What factor? how to set? Many thanks

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It’s called ‘Scale’ in VCarve Pro and it’s located on the Toolpaths Summary screen:

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Version 12.013. Just checked - it is the current one.
Thanks for “Scale” info - will try it.

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@Retiree Be sure to set your rapid rate to the rate you have set in your firmware settings. Otherwise, the estimate will be off.