CNC | Complete Assembly and First Print!
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- 00:00 - 04:10 Is the assembly of the cnc machine.
04:10 - 06:42 I install and use the free software GCAM to create an .nc file to be printed. There are many other good cam software out there. I like GCAM because you can create files or load in svg or gerber files, or import a png image.
06:42 - 07:05 - Make sure to really tighten the small black bolts. The vibrations could cause them to unscrew and the bit to fall out which you dont want to happen.
07:05 - 07:20 I chose basswood for this first print because it is soft. Harder wood would be better but it is more expensive and could be harder to cut if your settings aren't right.
07:26 everything you see at this frame is provided in this cnc kit. The L corner brackets I bought at a hardware store for about 2 dollars. I use them as clamps to hold down the wood but you could use any kind of clamp that would work.
07:54 - 09:11 I am installing grbl Control. The free software to send .nc or gcode files to the cnc machine. Go to settings and hit the refresh so the software can find the right usb slot the cnc machine is plugged into.ALWAYS remember to clear the X,Y,and Z before printing so the printer knows where you want the origin to be.
This printer goes by many names online so here is what mine was called and here is the wiki to the exact model I have.
CNC Printer: "DIY CNC 3 Axis Engraver Machine PCB Milling"
Some assembly steps are found in this link at the bottom.
store.linksprite.com/diy-cnc-3...
Downloads:
GCAM:
github.com/blinkenlight/GCAM/...
gbrlControl: s3.amazonaws.com/linksprite/M...
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Hey 3DSage, ... after watching your video & rewinding multiple times ( while *my* assembly) there was *NO* need to look in the instructions :-) .... THANKS A LOT !!!!!
YES!! I'm so happy to hear that! I'm glad my video helped you so much. Now enjoy your machine and make lots of cool stuff! :)
@javiermalse have you tried the smart saw?
@@3DSage hi do you still have the router
@@theideasman6018 Yes I still have this machine. I still use it but more for carving out traces on my pcb to make circuit boards.
@@3DSage love the vid. Thanks for the reply. Would you be interested in donating the cnc
A much easier means of inserting those rectangular nuts into the aluminum rails - instead of using tweezers, put the all the bolts needed through the piece you are attaching, then start the nuts. Align the nuts with the slot in the aluminum rails, push them straight in. As you begin tightening the bolts, the nuts will make a 1/4 turn and lock into place. Continue tightening as needed.
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Thank you EvanAndKatelyn! I am happy with how this turned out. You two have such an awesome channel! Keep making great videos.
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Brilliantly clear visual instruction on what you're doing, great music that isn't the usual samey generic eurotrance, and I love putting the safety glasses on the camera :D This is what build videos should be like
Thank you for saying that! I had fun making this video and I am glad to hear people like it and it helped them! :)
Thank you so much.... i bought a cnc similar to this one and with your video tutorial i was able to make my first cuts after 2 weeks of struggling. Thank you so much again!!!!
Wow I'm so glad to hear that! Thank you for the nice comment! :) Have lots of fun with your machine.
It's a pleasure to watch you work, and the video is very professionally done. And of course it's nice to see GCAM being used. :)
Wow thank you for the complement! Much appreciated. And yes I spend several days trying out many different software and I felt the easiest for myself to understand and use was gcam.
Great tip with the L brackets.. That one is banked for later use!
Thank you! I thought that would be a good idea and I still use the brackets without any problems.
Thanks for this video - gave me such a brilliant head start!
Dear 3DSage, after trouble trying to download GrblControl from manufactures's pCloud, finally this amazing tutorial.
THANKS to you my 3018 machine today moves!!
Totally agree with MrDebug 65 , no need other instructions!
Thanks for the video. I bought the same machine and the assembly was easy thanks to your video! Haven't yet made any real work with the machine but it seems to work as intended. Hope to see more videos from you with this machine!
I'm glad to hear that! Thank you for the comment. It's a fun machine. I plan to use this to make circuit boards and other cool projects so stay tuned!
Awesome video on the installation! Very clear.
That is very nice to hear! Thank you.
This is one of the best videos I've seen. Great job
Wow that is nice to hear! :) Thank you for the comment.
nice video editing, nice marks on production value, and a very good demonstration 🤘
Thank you for the nice comment! I am glad to hear it. :)
What a wonderfully succinct and informative video !!! Many thanks :-)
Thank you for saying that! I'm glad to hear it.
Absolutely spectacular video! I think even I can do this now thanks to you.
Thank you Jack! And yes I believe in you. You can do it!
Thank you for this incredible tutorial! It helped so much!
You are welcome! :)
excellently put together video - many thanks
You are welcome :)
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Perfect! I'm glad I could help.
My CNC came with no instructions. Your video got me through the build, GCAM and GRBL control. Thanks!
I'm very glad to hear that! Thank you for your comment. :)
Thank you for this video! I`d would love to buy one like this but bigger.
Fantastic tutorial! Thank you! And I now see what I missed from the poor instructions that I originally received from the company where I bought mine, and that mine is missing two parts -_-
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Hi there, great video! Would this machine be suitable for making vaping box mods? Thank you
Thank you for all his explanations, with my 3018 I have a problem to calibrate the Zero Z because the box is dimmed on GRBL Control, do you have a solution?
Thanks for uploading such informative video,
when we change bits while carving in wood, do we have to change some setting in mac3 software, and can we change bits in mid of carving, if yes then what precautions we should take for such changes. reply as soon as possible. Thanks
Hi 3DSage, I planning to design and mill a wrist watch with the same machine. can you advise a software to use for more complex designs which is also compatibale with GRBL?
Thanks in advance :)
Thanks for the video. Really excellent work overall.
Thank you for saying that! I'm glad to know I helped.
3DSage Yep. I was checking out machines and found a kit. Reviewers stated that it came without instructions. Really nice to have a general visual guide, especially one so very well made. Appreciate the effort. ✌
Great video! I was interested in buying this cnc engraver for serial numbers, but it seems to be more useful to program once and repeat the engrave several times. Would you think I can find a fast way to engrave serial numbers? (I just need to change one or two letters, the rest will keep the same)
Excellent! Thank you so much.
You are welcome! :)
Thank you, this was helpful to assamble my cnc
I'm glad to hear that! Thank you for the comment.
Great video. I have this same milling machine that I purchased from Amazon. I created the same file in GCAM following your video with the same settings and exported it as an NC file When I opened in GRBL and told it to begin, my Y axis will travel too far to the left. where I have to pull the power cord. I've tried resetting all of my axis and it will affect another axis. Is there any special trick to calibrating the axis? I've tried printing the NC demo files and my Z axis doesn't want to touch my foam core that I'm using. Thanks
Oh sorry to hear that. Sounds like it could be a unit problem. Make sure you are using millimeters 4:52. Check if your 3 axis are not mixed up and move the same way mine does at 8:35. And zero out the machine 8:57. At 9:08, look in the left side numbers. Before you run the machine, you can see the file limits so make sure your numbers match mine. I can't think of anything else so after trying that let me know if that works. If not, maybe someone else reading this might have a few ideas. Thank you for your comment. Hope you get it working.
so can you make 3d reliefs similar to what you see with heads of historic figures on coins? if so what is the ideal cam software and controller.
Yes it can. Maybe not as small as a coin. There is better cam software out there better suited for 3d reliefs. And you may have to change out different bits to smooth the piece but it can do it.
This is a good machine, Very capable. Even can Etch PCB. I also use Laser module on the machine, Just remember to buy one with TTL / PWM 12v driver board. No extra power supply needed in this case, The Laser port supply's 12v, Rapid on/off support,
Super video ale mam problem s programom Gcam namiesto bodiek pri cislach mi pise ciarky ako to zmenit?
Super video but I have a problem with the Gcam program instead of the dots near the numbers tell me how to change it?
Wow you made it look so easy. Mine didn't come with any washers and I had to order more of those t-nuts. The 3d printed struts had to be drilled out for the screws to fit. I'm going to use some blue lock tight for those grub screws so the vibrations don't shake them out.
That's not right at all. Ask to return for a full refund. Who was the seller?
@@3DSage yeah it was bad. I bought it off eBay, they apologized and gave me cash back to buy the missing parts and I sourced them locally
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I just need a cnc machine to create small 4"x8" engraved red plastic signs, is there a cheaper alternative or will this do just that?
I want to know if I can do work similar to the one you did but in silver, in a size of about 2cm, I would appreciate advice or something related. what bit I need for that. please
I'm looking at getting one. I am curious how loud it is when turned on and running? Would I be able to create something in Autocad, then open that drawing into one of the provided programs to router it out ? Thanks
it is a little loud like any high speed drill would be but its not too bad. You would need to convert your drawing to gcode which stores the xyz movements and speed. I show gcam but there are lots of gcode converting software out there.
@@3DSage Thank you for the quick reply!
We use ASPAN software to create the GCode at work for our 12ftx6ft Biesse suction CNC.
I was thinking of making an acrylic enclosure for this unit (looking at getting), that way I am able to keep the dust/chips under control
Amazing video! Thanks a bunch. Any idea how effective a machine like this would be with engraving dice? (acrylic)
Thank you! I know it can cut acrylic but I personally haven't tried. If you try it, let me know how well it does.
i believe the software is precise enough, you just need to install a cutting/carving tool pointy enough for a finer detail. and you have to substantially lower the feed rate if possible. the slower the movements, the better.
Thanks for the build video helped me out a great deal. However, all wires ar in the correct positions but everything works opposite. Instead of going down the spindle goes up and instead of left its going right. Ive tried changing cables around but nothing helps any ideas anyone please?
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Help I have the same machine and cant seem to get it tuned to my computer can you help
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I'm really glad to hear that! You are welcome.
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Do you think this machine can engrave metal for plaques. Just simple lettering?
Can I double the size (example 50x50 cm) and use the same motors?
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great video!
Thank you very much!
Thanks for the video. I'm putting my together right now and that was helpful. I'm waiting to get my 123 blocks to get my frames nice and true and finish it up. I'll definitely be checking for more content from you! Are there any forums you've found that would be good to scout?
Awesome! I'm glad to hear this video helped you. I'm not sure what forums you are interested in. Thank you for your comment.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! I bot the same mill with laser. Did you find a database with 3D Milling .nc files somewhere ? I can draw easy stuff, but would like to engrave beautyfull 3 D Pics like those Buddha, Pegasus and Eagle Engravings you can see in the advertisement.
There are lots of file and cam software out there. I just like GCAM. If that is what you want to use, it accepts several file formats including svg. And you can even bring in a black and white image and it will create a 3d file to export.
What was the feedrate that you used to mill in wood?
so can we give it a draw from solidworks or any other cam software like art cam ? ! or only supports this software u used ? and if I used a Drill Bit made for aluminium, can it cut aluminium ?
Thank you so much for this brilliant video! Perfectly edited and easy to follow. TH-cam tutorial at its best. I got everything working directly thanks to you!
Now, I wonder if anyone knows where you can buy sockets for the bits that are a little bigger? The sockets (I dont know if that's the right word, that's partly why I can't google it myself) I got with the machine are only for 1/8" shanks, and I'd like to be able to use 4 and 6 mm ones too.
Thank you! I'm glad to hear my time making this was worth it and is helping people. I think there are drill bit adapters that allow you to use larger bit diameters. Try searching for "cnc machine 6mm shank adapter."
Thank you for the tip! I also wonder another thing: have you tried to install limit switches and/or probing to the machine? I'm about to do that right now, and I think it's pin A5 for probing, which should be recognised by GBRL Control. But I'm more unsure about limit switches.
I haven't tried limit switches but that might be a good video to make. I will have to learn about that. Let me know if you get it working and what you had to do. Thank you.
3DSage Already did :). It's perfectly simple. You just glue on micro switches at the end points and wire them to the rows of jumpers on the pcb. You connect the low row (all pins are GND) through the switches to the ones labelled "Zen", "Xen" and "Yen" respectively. Then, in GBRLControl, you write $21=1 in the command module to activate the switches. They stay activated even if you turn off the machine.
These are the configuration codes if you wish to do more tweaking: github.com/grbl/grbl/wiki/Configuring-Grbl-v0.9
With the switches hooked up like that you can also activate "Homing cycle", which makes the machine search for the end switches when you turn it on. This makes it able to map the workspace and determine its ACTUAL position at every given time.
Next tweak will be the height probing. This makes a topographic map of the stock face and adjusts Z- height at runtime accordingly. Perfect for pcb milling!
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It is a very good video, the assembly is really nice, but the program you downloaded to make the gcode does not work on my computer. Any other recommendations
My second option would have been Easel. It's free and runs in your browser and looks very easy to use. I kind of liked gsimple but its not user friendly. I saw some people use illustrator or Inkscape and export with plugins. There are many options out there I haven't tried or don't know about so If anyone reading this can add recommendation that would be great. Thank you!
3DSage thank you so much for the info, it has been really helpful :)
Glad to hear that! I hope you get it working and have fun.
Hey 3DSage, great video, certainly aided in the assembly of my new toy, one question however, base frame measurements show 220 x 240.... mine are 360 x 300.... i also have an additional lateral support bar .... have i somehow managed to get sent a bigger mill than i ordered?
cheers again
There are lots of variations of these cnc machines. The link I provided should be the same I show in this video. You might want to see if they did send you the wrong machine but it could be pretty much the same but with a larger milling area so I dont't know if that is what you want to have or not.
CNC noob here, where do we get the drill bit you used in your video?
Search ebay for "cnc engraving bits." Make sure the diameter is 3.175mm. They come in different metal and v-shaped degrees so it might take a little more research depending on what you want to do but this should point you in the right direction.
Buen dia amigo, he comprado una Cnc pero tengo problemas cuando le doy correr or run en el GRBL puesto que apenas envio mi diseño es queda Stop la fresadora CNC, he intentado moverle todo y no quiero correr el programa
Thanks for this video
It helped me A LOT
I am very happy to hear that! :)
Still struggling with the fact that GBRLcontrol engrave in mirror
Do you have a movie on how to work with GBRLcontrol ?
I'm not sure what you mean. The program should not be mirrored. Try to rewatching the video and make sure everything is connected in the same way.
Its like i engraving stamps
I learn now to work with inkscape , good program many things are simular to Coreldraw
thank you so much, incredible video !, It helped me a LOT !, mine was delivered with three small radiators, I don't know yet on which component I should put them.
Thank you! I'm glad to hear that. Oh you can put the small heat sinks on the back of the 3 black chips on the circuit board to help keep them cool.
Can I cut a pcb or metal all the way through? How much thick material can I cut?
I bought a very similar machine but I'm a total noob. How does the machine know the distance each step travels? is it defined on grb control?on the gcode? or on the board?
I'm no expert but I believe the numerical xyz coordinates and speed are stored in the gcode file and that file is read by the grbl controller software. That grbl software communicates directly to your cnc machine via usb.
I just found out it is set on the board and it is very easy to change. I found out thanks to Mikael's comment. You type in $$ on the grbl console and all the options come up.
oh I had no idea about that. Good thing to know. Thank you for sharing your solution.
Great Video :-) Thank you so much. I got my machine yesterday. Very similar and got mine with a 2000mW laser. Would you know what software to use so I could write words into wood like peoples names etc? Thank you
Thank you! I'm glad you like the video. I am interested in learning more about the laser attachment. I don't currently know anything about that or different software to use. Hopefully someone else who sees this can leave a comment to help you out. Good luck and let us know how you get it to work!
Thank you. I certainly will do! I feel a bit Braindead at the moment with this new piece of kit. I built it yesterday! Now got to try and make it all work!!! Thank you once again
Hi, I have a question: I have this CNC. I installed the program and make one simple sample for test. I connect in COM4. I received the message OK. I open the file, I click on the Spindler button 'ON' and I click on the send button. The CNC stop the Spindler and not work. Can you help me, please?
I want to know as spindle motor，is the power of this 775 motor enough？
I think I just saw this same cnc machine at Micro Center for $199 so you might be able to find this in stores too.
questions about the machine
I want to know if it is compatible with artcam postprocessor or siemens nx
Does the warranty of the machine have any restrictions on exessive use?
the spindle heat up? If it breaks down does it have any spare part?
These are great questions but unfortunately I am no expert. You might want to reach out to the manufacturer and see if they are able to help you. And if they do, you could post the answers here to help others. Thank you and good luck!
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I see you used a 2mm bit, What is the size of the smallest router bit that comes with it?
Thank you very much for the nice video. But I'm facing little problem with the Connection of grbl control. The status is always 'Not Connected'.
Double check that the machine is plugged in and all cables are plugged in too. In the GRBL software, switch the usb port like i show. Let me know if you get it working. Thank you!
I just got my 3018 cnc assembled but ! the kit has a euro/Asia power unit with it and the electrical plug is euro instead of USA standard. Has anyone else run into this problem and if so what did you do to fix it? Thanks
can you give us the drivers for the mother board. i cant get a connection to the PC to the software
I just want to say thank you all for the 100,000 views, the positive feedback, the likes and subscribes, and nice comments! It mean a lot to me.
I too must thank you so much for this excellent tutorial video! Was stuck seemingly forever incapable of being able to utilize the Link Sprite CNC Engraver as I was unable to find/figure out what program would properly convert Fritzing Gerber files into G Code that could then be sent over to engraver, thanks once again! Very easy to follow tutorial. However, I do have one question...
it seems Fritzing converts trace paths into usable RS274X files which can then be converted for engraver/router but fails to produce a usable drill pattern file!! The drill file is a .txt extension file!!?! Please help, as I am so close to finally achieving what I set out to do so many hours ago...
So I guess my question here is if there is any way to produce or import from Fritzing a drill file to punch holes in the trace patterns that the engraver can then cut out of PCB??!
With more thanks once again and in advance,
DC.
I ran into the same problem. Drill holes seem to be a real pain. I switched to expresspcb and wrote my own software to read position data and save it in the format gcam likes but its not the best solution. I hear Eagle can export the drill holes but its not user friendly. You could also search for better cad and cam software instead of the ones I show that are free and easy to use but limited in options. Good luck and feel free to post your solution to help others on here.
Excellent !
Can engraving or cutting acrylic with this cnc ?
It can! Just have the right type of engraving bit and cut slow.
Has anyone had trouble activating the engraving motor thru the grbl program and if so how did you fix it ?
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The assembly is great... What about an operations manual?
This is a really nice video. I saw this mill after a little googling but couldn't believe how cheap it was. Is it any good at more complex designs? I know the bed is limited to about 3cm but have you tried doing some 3d work with it? Possibly another video showing off the kind of things it can do?
Thank you! I think it's a good deal. It can cut several different materials. I am working on a video on how I use it to draw electronic traces with a sharpie on a circuit board, then drill the component holes, and cut out the board. You could also use it to draw with a pen. I'm finding several uses for it and I'll make videos when I have something worth showing.
Very well done video. I've ordered one of these for small PCB prototying, and other small jobs. I have a larger CNC machine that I built that runs using GRBL and I have some other CAM tools that I have used with that. But I thought GCAM looked interesting, but it looks like it is a bit of a dead project. I haven't been able to get it to configure under Linux Mint 18 and the build instructions are a bit sketchy and it appears that the last changes were done about 3 years ago. I suppose I could hold my nose and try to run the Windoze binary on my rarely used Windows machine, but I would prefer to run it on Linux. Has anyone had any success building GCAM on newer versions of Linux, and if so how did you do it?
I think I found the issue, at least it now configures and is building. I thought everything was installed but I was missing the open gl library, which wasn't immediately clear from the autoreconf error message. So it has finished building and runs under Linux Mint 18.x
I'm glad you got it working. That's good to know for anyone else with the same issue. Correct, gcam has not been updated in a few years but there are many other cam options out there. I still like and use gcam but if you find a better one please let us know. Thank you!
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The drill bit he/she used seem to have a rough cut. Is there an alternative or bits for finishing?
So I was excited and rushed the ending of the video. So it would be clean if I chose a stronger wood than bass wood and drilled at a slower pace. It would be clean then.
Awesome vid, helped me a lot!
One quick question tho.. how do you set the machine soft limits? So if you go to far on any axis, the grbl control does not let the machine crash
I haven't found a limit in this software yet but it could exist. What I do is place scrap wood underneath so I don't drill the base plate.
At least there is possibility to add limit switches for each axis. Shown here github.com/gnea/grbl/wiki/Wiring-Limit-Switches
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good day, could provide me in models of the base of the z axis, to be able to print in 3d. Thank you
this is a really good video for this small mill I bought one to do pcbs.. assembly was easy.. want to try to run it on mach 3
YES! Me too. I got this to make my own circuit boards. I will upload a tutorial once I get my settings right. I am interested to see a video of what you make.
Did you ever manage to get it to do pcb's nicely? How hard was it to set up? software/hardware? I really want this for pcb prototyping if it works
Kayak Fan I have yet to mill any pcbs... software is hard for me to understand and I have yet had the time to devote to dive deeper into using it more than it's test print...
Thanks :)
I was able to print a working PCB! It took several steps so I'm trying to make my process more simple and I will upload a video of how I did it.
Please send me the link for working examples in these machine. We are in need of your help
Where is the Frmware for the Motor Driver board to download ?
Hi, will this do true 3D engraving or is it just a basic engraver and only cuts things like the smiley face and letters.
You can cut relief style. So for example, a sphere from the middle to the top but not a full sphere. Unless you carve two halves and glue together.
@@3DSage brilliant! Thank you so much for your reply.
Hey 3DSage
your Tutorial was very helpful Thank you.
I got a problem when i draw my part an GCam and load it in GRBLControl i cant start it i press send and nothing happend but the "IPhone" program works can you help ?
interesting, did you follow all the gcam steps? Could be units, scale, or depth problems. And GCam is just one program, you can find many out there. That's good that the iphone.nc file worked.
@@3DSage Ok now the programm work but it starts at a random positins so i cant Zero XY and Z at the Grbl Controll you know ?
Can I use this on a small steel sheet and get all the way through?
Yes but you would want to lay the thin sheet on top of some scrap material so it cuts all the way through the thin steel and a little into the scraps but not into the cnc bed.
Thank you for the fast reply :)
CAN YOU PROVIDE SPECIFICATIONS OF STEPPER MOTOR, ETC.
is it possible to import in GRBL .STL file from 3D scanner? Thank you!
If the scanner exports a standard stl file then I would think it would. The stl file just saves vertex and triangle information.
can i CNC metal parts in this machine with default Spindle?Or I should buy a higher RPM spindle?
This CNC is capable of cutting softer metal like aluminum if the correct bit is used and its sharp and you cut very slow and small layer heights. But I recommend you do more research to find exactly what is best for your CNC needs.
@@3DSage Thank you so much for your reply,i already bougth that CNC,i am considering to re install a new spindle!
"error: Expected command letter" any idea? i'm doing same of video
Hola, he descargado el programa pero no funciona en mi pc, he probado habilitar la compatibilidad pero nada funciona, como podrias ayudarme? gracias
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Very well done! I built an MP-CNC machine but this looks intriguing just for engraving use. Have you ever tried Vectric Cut2D software? It's one of the easiest (and powerful) CAD/CAM program. It does have GRBL in the list of post processors. Although the software you used seems easy enough for light engraving work. Again, well done!
Thank you! I heard about that software but I never tried it. I'm all about easy software haha. Thank you for the comment.
Your video has been a great help. My machine never came with instructions. Would you happen to have any videos on the program to runs the machine?
I'm glad to hear that! I want to make a second video showing more of the software options someday.
I have the same problem did you get any help?
Mark. We still haven’t figured the machine out. My husband took it to a tech guy he works with. He’s having trouble figuring it out.
@@sheilarice6717 I'm confused. I thought my video would help from assembly to first cut. What problem are you having? GBRL control is the software to control the machine and it reads a gcode or .nc file. I show this in the second half of the video
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Hi the video was very help full I followed it step by step and I was able to make a program and transfer over to the controller the problem I am having is when I got to settings I can only get com1 com3 your video shows you using com 6 im wondering if that is the problem im having when I open the controller the z axis is in the grey and wont respond can you help?
The com number is the name of the usb port. If i plugged it into a different usb port, it would say a different number. All 3 axis will become ungreyed when the correct port is selected. If 1 axis is still grey, then I think that mean the cable is not fully plugged in on the machine. Make sure to follow the video closely. Let me know if you get it working.