Turn CAD Into CNC G-Code With Post Processing

With your CAD geometry created, tools paths can be defined and added which define the what the shapes will be cut out by the CNC machine. Then it needs to be processed in the CAM software. Adding Tool Paths add tool paths. Choosing a POST Processor Program Post processor programs are usually small, lightweight bits […]

CAD Computer Aided Design

The entire CNC manufacturing process starts with Computer Aided Design software. Most people interested in CNC manufacturing have a background in 2D or 3D design. This tutorial will discuss the most basic CAD operation knowledge to create geometry that can be passed forward into the CAM software. Creating CAD Geometry The very simplest way to […]

Intro For CNC Beginners

We are going to start at the very beginning. If you are familiar with the concepts and content here, please move to the next chapter (Computer Aided Design Basics) The CNC Eco System Each Computer Numerical Control (CNC) System combines elements that work together to translate grid coordinates into machine motion. That motion controls precise […]

AXYZ CNC Mach3 Conversion – Mapping Connections

Connecting Mach3 to an AXYZ 7012 ***DISCLAIMER***  HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTIONS ARE DANGEROUS AND CAN KILL YOU. IF YOU CHOOSE TO MAKE ANY MODIFICATIONS INCLUDED HEREIN YOU DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK. CNCSANDBOX.COM AND AFFILIATED PERSONS OR ENTERPRISES ARE NOT LIABLE FOR PERSONAL INJURY INCURRED PERFORMING UPGRADES. THIS DOCUMENT IS AN OUTLINE OF THE CHANGES […]

AXYZ CNC Mach3 Conversion – Getting Started

Running AXYZ Router with Mach3 PLC Overview This conversion outlines installing Mach3 Head Unit PLC (Personal Logic Computer) on an AXYZ 7012 with an OEM Breakout Board #XVXVXVX. This is a retro-fit solution and does not require removing any OEM computing hardware from the AXYZ Router. Instead, we will be adding a new Breakout Board (BOB), […]

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Biesse Rover 24: Spoil Board Resurfacing

Here is the process for resurfacing the spoil board on a Biesse Rover 24 with a 4′ X 10′ vacuum table. I use a 75mm surfacing tool. I will show you how to set the spoil board thickness and how to resurface it with one pass. In this video I show taking 2.5 mm off […]

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Biesse Rover 24: Global Homing & Jig Thickness Error Codes

Typical startup error codes appear every time the Biesse Rover 24 is started for the first time from complete power down condition. There is another set that appears after the softkeys are pushed

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Biesse Rover 24: Machine Start Up

This tutorial includes step by step instructions on starting up a Biesse Rover CNC machine if you have never performed the task or if it has been a while since you have.