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Last post by samHidalgo « Wed Aug 12, 2015 7:59 pm
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by 5so95n » Wed Jul 15, 2015 9:23 am

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While we are very happy with members of this forum who adhere to the posting rules, there is a tiny category of individuals who post links that are...

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Wow, the nerve of some people!

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Machine Manuals

Last post by Trojan « Mon May 30, 2016 1:22 pm
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by Goose » Sat May 07, 2016 11:51 am

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Hi guys, I was inspired by the thread about Random posting where you can post anything and everything to that thread. I thought we should also post...

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Hello guys, I am looking for a manual on AutoCAD training. Anyone with a PDF format type?
You can find it at

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Mon May 30, 2016 1:22 pm
Why can’t the first move clear material?

Last post by ImagineDragons « Mon May 30, 2016 1:06 pm
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by ImagineDragons » Sat May 28, 2016 7:15 am

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I usually make mistakes and later correct them myself when I realize it. But I can’t get past this. I set the tool and load the g code. The tool tip...

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The problem could be with solidcam and not mach 3. All mach 3 does is follow instructions from solidcam. Its solidcam’s responsibility to lift the...
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Mon May 30, 2016 1:06 pm
Completely Random Thread

Last post by gregoryF « Mon May 23, 2016 7:48 pm
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by vinkiP » Sat May 07, 2016 12:32 pm

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Hi guys. I thought of starting this thread that is open for everyone to chat about anything and everything. You could be sited in some corner of the...

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Of course I don't. so why “10”? Guys help this brother of mine, I do not understand either
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Mon May 23, 2016 7:48 pm
Help set up Port to trigger rely on plasma torch

Last post by Mordred « Thu May 19, 2016 1:46 pm
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by Turner » Thu May 19, 2016 1:43 pm

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Hi guys. I urgently need some information on how to set up the port plus the pin menu in order to trigger relies for plasma torch. Thanks in advance.

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I am not an expert in this but let me try. Use your BOB to set up the Output No with the pin numbers. Go to spindle setup for CW and select the...

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Thu May 19, 2016 1:46 pm
DXF files

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by Kambarage » Sat May 14, 2016 2:16 pm

Hi guys, I am looking for some DXF files. Is there a website where I can get them for free?

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Sat May 14, 2016 2:16 pm
Help Make a Cribbage Board

Last post by Miles « Sat May 14, 2016 1:07 pm
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Attachment(s) by MicusVixxen » Sun May 08, 2016 9:20 am

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A friend of mine has asked me to make a cribbage board for her. I am planning to use either a CNC route or an edge acrylic to laser it out. However,...

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Hi Vixxen, I got this instructable as I went by googling some CNC stuff. I hope it will help you. Am not sure if it is complete though.

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Sat May 14, 2016 1:07 pm
Birthday!

Last post by Taraji « Fri May 06, 2016 7:43 am
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by FireCNC » Fri May 06, 2016 7:40 am

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Hi guys, Join Me In Wishing VinKip And JohnSa well during their birthdays. Happy birthday Buddies :D :D

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Happy Birthday Vinkip and JohnSa, where will we party VinKip? :lol: :lol:

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Fri May 06, 2016 7:43 am
RC Models for Routing and Building

Last post by Meave « Fri Apr 29, 2016 2:13 pm
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by Meave » Thu Apr 28, 2016 5:21 pm

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For some few years, I have developed interests on RC model airplanes. I have got electronics such as motors, radio, batteries and also CNC. So I...

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I am particularly carried off by P51-D Mustang. It looks to me as though it is a great model. I would do this with Fusion 360 though I have a great...

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Fri Apr 29, 2016 2:13 pm
Why CNC?

Last post by Sdmwix « Thu Apr 21, 2016 8:45 am
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by 5Teve » Thu Apr 21, 2016 8:37 am

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Hi guys, what is that thing that you like or dislike about CNC?

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I love the innovation in CNC. I like seeing the guys here come up with new machines and tool. I am currently working on some CNC which will gladly...

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Thu Apr 21, 2016 8:45 am
The Unbreakable CNC safety rules

Last post by Dasdfgafg « Wed Apr 13, 2016 3:59 am
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by tomJohns » Sun Apr 03, 2016 12:07 pm

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Hi Guys,
I find it important that we remind ourselves some things. All of us in one way or the other must be handling a CNC machine and our safety in...

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Imagine working the whole day, then you letter realize that there are some screw embedded on your project! That is what happened to me for being too...
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Wed Apr 13, 2016 3:59 am
What Machine Are You Using?

Last post by Mayor « Tue Apr 12, 2016 7:02 pm
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Attachment(s) by Tse » Tue Apr 12, 2016 6:02 pm

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Hi Guys,
I believe that almost everybody in this forum uses at least a CNC machine. You have had experience with the machine would therefore...

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I use the HASS DS-30SS and have no complaints…

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Tue Apr 12, 2016 7:02 pm
Looking for a Dust Extraction/Removal System

Last post by AmbroseB « Sun Apr 03, 2016 10:11 am
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by JuliusBathez » Sun Apr 03, 2016 10:10 am

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I am planning to cut polystyrene foam in large quantities with a CNC. However, the CNC lacks a dust extraction system. The foam that I will be...

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Given the amount of dust that you will produce in cutting the foam, you will need a large cyclone. I made one for myself. If you can find one in...

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Sun Apr 03, 2016 10:11 am
What is your Opinion!

Last post by Theb3ard « Sun Mar 27, 2016 5:34 pm
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by OImperial » Sun Mar 27, 2016 5:30 pm

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I use CNC machines I heavy industry applications. However, I have never used any CNC machine in woodworking. I have noticed that most people are...

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For me I think CNC is fun. If you use it all day long then it could be boring and you won’t bring it to your hobby time. I am a CNC programmer and I...

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Sun Mar 27, 2016 5:34 pm
Guide Me to Purchase Machine

Last post by Amanda « Fri Mar 11, 2016 6:56 pm
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by Penguins0ften » Fri Mar 11, 2016 5:09 pm

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Hello
It has taken me 8 solid months trying to find the best CNC machine. Despite all that time, I can’t figure out which machine will best suit my...

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Find a good machine from BadogCNC. Here you will get relatively cheap machines that can do all sorts of CNC work including foam cutting, carving,...

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Last post by Amanda View the latest post
Fri Mar 11, 2016 6:56 pm
How Do I Make Vacuum Bag?

Last post by tomJohns « Mon Feb 29, 2016 5:03 pm
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by tomJohns » Mon Feb 29, 2016 3:48 pm

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Hi great people.
Does anyone here know how to make a vacuum bag? I first tried to make one using some Plastic weld. I managed to make one but it was...

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Thanks guys. I will consider all the options you have given. I need to make myself a durable bag.

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Mon Feb 29, 2016 5:03 pm
Shipping Greenbull 5x to Qatar

Last post by Obrian « Thu Feb 25, 2016 5:40 am
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by BlueWhale » Fri Sep 04, 2015 1:15 pm

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Hi users,
I need to buy the greenbull 5x and i live in Qatar. Where can i get a supplier who ships internationally? Any ideas what weight and costs...

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Hi Bluewhale? Did you get a supplier for the machine?

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Thu Feb 25, 2016 5:40 am
Anything new in CNC family?

Last post by Gia « Thu Feb 25, 2016 5:35 am
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by Bassam » Sat Oct 17, 2015 7:06 am

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Does any one has something new for us here?

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You can never lack something new in CNC. Everyday, new ideas come. You will get them here.

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Thu Feb 25, 2016 5:35 am
What is plc.....

Last post by Sudip « Wed Jan 06, 2016 2:12 pm

by Sudip » Wed Jan 06, 2016 2:12 pm

Here I can give you a basic idea on PLC system. Just check it

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Wed Jan 06, 2016 2:12 pm
Merry Christmas Everyone!

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by Orion2110 » Fri Dec 25, 2015 7:12 am

Happy holidays and Merry Christmas!

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Fri Dec 25, 2015 7:12 am
Just for fun: whats the largest machine you have seen?

Last post by Toyto « Tue Dec 22, 2015 8:22 am
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Attachment(s) by BULLDOG » Sun Sep 06, 2015 9:39 pm

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Hallo folks, what's the name of the largest CNC machine that you have seen? not on the internet, that would be too easy, i mean really seen with your...

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The biggest machine i have seen wasnt a cnc but it was quite impressive. As you come down from Crowsnest Pass into British Columbia near BC's...

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Tue Dec 22, 2015 8:22 am
Electrical current in the ball screws

Last post by n1h1l1st « Sat Dec 05, 2015 1:13 am
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by doreenK » Wed Sep 16, 2015 6:11 am

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when I touched the ball screws, I felt some small current on it. what could be the problem?

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And don't forget to check out for any frayed wires or wires rubbed through in the circuit.

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Sat Dec 05, 2015 1:13 am
Limit switches needed

Last post by HearsaWho « Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:46 pm
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by HearsaWho » Fri Sep 04, 2015 3:04 pm

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I need limit switches for my newly built CNC machine. Please hook me up with a dealer and/or recommend a couple of good ones for me. Im in europe for...

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Am in the U.S. Who should i contact to get them delivered there?

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Wed Nov 18, 2015 10:46 pm
Announcement for downloading freeware.

Last post by ProCNC « Sun Nov 15, 2015 11:56 pm
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by AndroID » Mon Jun 08, 2015 8:38 pm

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We would like to let members and guests to our forum to be aware of the freeware online. Every now and then, you may stumble upon a piece of software...

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How much space does it occupy? I could download it for my Android as well download.

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Sun Nov 15, 2015 11:56 pm
router guy

Last post by Naina « Sat Nov 14, 2015 7:26 am
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Attachment(s) by cosmasB » Sat Nov 14, 2015 6:53 am

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Does the router guy pass as a machinist? router.PNG

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I would say that it depends on how you define "machinist". The traditional machinist is one who can run many different types of machines...

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Sat Nov 14, 2015 7:26 am
The Origin of CNC

Last post by Bassam « Fri Nov 06, 2015 5:44 am
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by Julia » Tue Jun 30, 2015 7:46 pm

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Roomer has it that CNC technology invention came up during the World War II since the aircraft industry saw the need to start manufacturing complex...

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Sure. This is a place of great minds. I have learned a from this forum and My CNC business is growing..

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Fri Nov 06, 2015 5:44 am

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