4 Sabre Owner’s Guide
Getting to Know the Sabre
This section describes the components that accompany the standard Sabre router so that you
will be able to identify them and understand their function in the routing operation. The
standard components include:
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Tool kit
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Electrical cabinet
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Control pad
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Chip removal system
The Sabre follows a set of operational concepts that are fundamental to successful routing. They
include:
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Axes of movement
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Table orientation point
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Job home position
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Z axis initialization
Understanding these concepts will make using the Sabre easier and more reliable. Please
become familiar with these concepts before using the Sabre.
The following options may be purchased to accompany the Sabre:
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Mist Coolant Option
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High Frequency Spindle Option
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T-Vac Option
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Engraving Option
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Engraver Vacuum Option
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Automatic Tool Changer (ATC) Option
Please see “Options” section for descriptions of these options. Use of the T-Vac Option is
described in this section of this manual. Each option comes with its own user guide.
Standard components
The Sabre is shipped assembled and is installed by an Gerber-authorized installer.