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Carbide 3D Shapeoko 4: Specs, Price, Release & Reviews

Read on as we examine the specs of the new Carbide 3D Shapeoko 4, an upgraded CNC router that takes inspiration (and lots of tech) from the immensely strong Shapeoko Pro.

by Jonny Edge
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GRBL 101
GRBL Settings / Configuration: The Basics

GRBL is the powerful open-source firmware behind many CNC machines. Read on for a rundown of GRBL settings and configuration.

by Ofir Galiki
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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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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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Snapmaker 2.0 Review: Best Budget 3-In-1 3D Printer

The Snapmaker 2.0 A350 3-In-1 3D printer, laser engraver/cutter, and CNC mill is our budget pick for 3-In-1 machines. Check out our review to find out why.

by Matthew Mensley
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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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The Right Cut
The Most Common CNC Vector Formats

If you don't know the best file types for your CNC projects, CNC vector formats are where it's at. Read on to learn more!

by Lauren Fuentes
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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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CNC + Rotation = Epic
5-Axis CNC Machine: All You Need to Know

Garage-dwelling makers are familiar with CNC routers. Read on to learn how desktop mills pale in comparison to 5-axis CNC mills!

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The Perfect Blend of Tradition & Technology
The Best CNC Christmas Projects

Dive into the world of CNC Christmas projects with our curated list of the season's best crafts! Check out our favorite picks.

by Guilherme Schendel
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Carve out the Best!
10 Cool & Useful X-Carve CNC Projects

Though a popular milling machine, the X-Carve is only as good as its designs. Check out these cool and practical X-Carve projects!

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Next Gen Routing
Saintsmart Genmitsu CNC 3018-Pro: Review the Specs

The SainSmart Genmitsu CNC 3018-Pro Router Kit is an enhanced version of a standard 3018 CNC machine. Read on to learn more about the Pro!

by Jackson O'Connell
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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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Cutting N' Chopping
The Best CNC Cutting Services

CNC cutting can describe a wide range of machining techniques. Read on to find the best on-demand services for CNC cutting.

by Jackson O'Connell
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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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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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Under the Hood
The Best Arduino CNC Software

Are the popular Arduino boards powerful enough to command CNC machines? Join us as we take a look at the best Arduino CNC software available right now.

by Caleb Favela
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Same, But Different
3D Printer G-code vs CNC G-code – What’s the Difference?

3D printers and CNC mills use G-code, but do you know what the difference is? Read about the differences between 3D printing and CNC milling.

by Benjamin Goldschmidt
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Make Better Cuts
MDF CNC Cutting: The 3 Most Helpful Tips

MDF is a widely-used material in many building projects and household products. Here's our starter guide to cutting MDF with a CNC machine.

by Ofir Galiki
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Power Washers on Steroids
CNC Water Jet – All You Need to Know

A CNC water jet machine slices into all kinds of tough materials with high velocity and pressure. Let's take a look at the intricacies of the process!

by Brian Obudho
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