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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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They Won't Mill Themselves
CNC Design – How to Design Parts for CNC

CNC machining is a common industrial process with specific design features that work best. Learn the ins and outs of CNC design as we break them down in this detailed guide.

by Alex Haysler
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Don't Turn a Blind Eye
Mill vs Lathe: The Differences

If you're confused by shop terminology, read on and blast through our quick guide on mill vs. lathe machines.

by Zac Rosamond
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CNC All the Things
What Is CNC? – Simply Explained

CNC stands for computer numerical control, but what does that mean? What is CNC, really? Find out in this technology overview!

by Dan Federico
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Makera It So
Makera Kickstarter Touts ‘Affordable’ Carvera Air CNC Machine

A slimmed-down version of the original Carvera, the fully enclosed Carvera Air would arrive with a host of attractive features, including auto probing and a quick tool changer.

by Adam Kohut
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Buckle Up
SainSmart Quietly Launches a New Belt-Driven Woodworking-Focused CNC Router

The Genmitsu Reno 4040 is very similar to SainSmart’s Genmitsu 4040 Pro router, although it leverages a belt motion system instead of lead screws, and is substantially cheaper.

by Adam Kohut
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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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EZ SVG
This Kickstarter Wants To Turn Your Sketches Into SVGs

Shaper Trace enables users to capture analog drawings and easily convert them to scalable images, ready for laser cutting, crafting machines, CNC, and more.

by Adam Kohut
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A Totally Different Matter
CNC Plasma Cutting: The Basics Simply Explained

A few inches of steel is no problem for a plasma cutter. Read on to learn all you need to know about CNC plasma cutters!

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To Mill or Not to Mill?
The Basics of CNC Machining – Simply Explained

CNC machining has revolutionized the manufacturing industry in different ways. Read all about the basics of CNC machining.

by Guilherme Schendel
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Mega Milling Machines
G-code Tutorial for CNC Programming: 6 Simple Steps

G-code is everywhere, from 3D printing to CNC. Easily learn the basics of CNC programming with this G-code tutorial in six simple steps.

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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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CAD/CAM Fusion
Fusion 360 & CNC: All You Need to Know

Fusion 360 is a highly recommended tool for CAM. Read on to find out how to use Fusion 360 for CNC and other types of manufacturing!

by Lauren Fuentes
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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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Wooden You Know
CNC Laser Engraver Designs: The Best Models

Laser cutting is a special way to get making. Check out these cool designs you can do with a CNC laser engraver!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Not Boring At All
CNC Boring: All You Need to Know

If you want to know more about CNC boring or are just getting started, read on to learn all about this exciting technology!

by Suyash Dixit
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Turn, Turn, Turn
What Is CNC Turning? – Simply Explained

Interested in subtractive machining and what CNC turning is? Read on and learn all about this CNC process and what it can turn into!

by Larry Wood
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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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Cutters Break Too
Best Sites For CNC Router Parts

CNC routers can operate with accuracy for long periods of time, but things inevitably wear out. Check out the best online sources for CNC router parts to fix or upgrade your beloved machines.

by Alex Haysler
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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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