CNC

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Who Needs a Carpenter?
CNC Files/Designs for Wood: The Best Sites

Plenty of sites offer CNC files for wood designs, and some are free! Read on for the best online libraries of CNC wood cutting files.

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Advanced Milling Advances
6-Axis CNC: What Is It Exactly?

You probably know about 3- and 5-axis CNC milling. But did you know there's also 6-axis CNC milling? Read about this marvel!

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Cutting Ink
Inkscape Laser Engraving Plug-in: Tutorial for Beginners

Follow this tutorial for the Inkscape laser plug-in to take your laser cutting designs from drawing to G-code all in one program!

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CNC, But Mini
Small CNC Machines: Our 3 Top Picks

CNC machines don't get much smaller than the ones here, our buyer's guide to small CNC machines currently on the market.

by Jonny Edge
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Precision in Play
Laser Cut Toys: 10 Great CNC Toys to Craft

There are many laser cut toys out there, from airplanes to ping pong paddles. Check out our top picks of CNC toys!

by Guilherme Schendel
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The Missing Link
The Best CNC Software (Some Programs Are Free)

There are design programs, CNC router software, G-code simulation, and more. Check out our list to find the best CNC software for your needs.

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Make the Cut
CNC Cutting Designs/Patterns: The Best Sites

Finding quality CNC designs can be challenging. Read on to see our list of the best sites for CNC cutting designs and patterns!

by Arun Kumar Shrivastav
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Snap-Cutting
15 Best Snapmaker CNC Projects

If you're looking for some new Snapmaker CNC projects, we've got some of the best ideas. Read on to find your next Snapmaker project!

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Mostly Printed, Massive Potential
MPCNC (Primo): Review the Specs

MPCNC machines, including the new MPCNC Primo, are powerful DIY routers that are customizable to your needs. Read on to learn all about them!

by Jackson O'Connell
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E(Z)-T0-CAM
Estlcam for CNC: Beginner’s Guide

Estlcam is easy-to-use software that converts both 2D and 3D designs into CNC programs. Read on for tips on how to get started!

by Tobias Hullette
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A New Route-r
The Best Arduino DIY CNC Router Projects

Arduino CNC Routers are fun to build and provide great results. Take a look at some of the best Arduino CNC projects available today!

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Maker CNC, Maker Do
The Best CNC Simulators (Online & Offline)

CNC simulator software has a lot to offer. Check out our selection of the best CNC simulators (online and offline). Some are free!

by Lucas Carolo
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Nesting Solutions (Not for Birds)
The Best Nesting Software for Laser Cutting

Nesting software will mean that you save on materials, time, and money. Read about the best nesting software, including free options.

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Laser Focused
LaserGRBL vs LightBurn: The Differences

The right laser cutting and engraving software can take your projects to new heights. Check out how LaserGRBL vs LightBurn compare!

by Daniel DeNeve
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The Brains for Mechanized Brawn
LinuxCNC: A Simple Guide

LinuxCNC is a flexible and powerful software that could take your CNC machine to the next level. Read to find out if it's a good fit for you.

by Caleb Favela
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Cut It Right
CNC 3040 – Buyer’s Guide

A CNC 3040 is a great machine to get started with CNC routing. Read on for its features and some of the best options!

by Larry Wood
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Loving Life with Lasers
K40 Laser Cutters: All You Need to Know

Want to start working with lasers? Get started with the easily modifiable K40 laser cutter, and upgrade as you go!

by Sachin Dixit
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Power to the Microcontroller
Arduino CNC Shield: All You Need to Know

If you have an Arduino, you can use it to control a CNC machine. Read on to find out all about Arduino CNC shields!

by Colin Dow
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Start Here
Easel by Inventables (CNC Software) – Simply Explained

If you're new to CNC, Easel Inventables provides a user-friendly way to get started, and a little more. Read all about it!

by Che Simons
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Forge Your Own Path
Glowforge Projects: The 20 Coolest Ideas

The Glowforge 3D laser cutter is a capable machine that can create amazing things. Take a look at some of the coolest Glowforge projects!

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