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Getting started with your GRBL SharpCNC / YouCarve using CNC3D Commander
This video describes the next steps in getting your machine setup for carving once you have completed your mechanical and electronic...

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Oct 18, 20201 min read


CR10s Pro brass nozzles now available! 🙌
These are a direct replacement for one of the best hobby 3D printers on the market. Available in 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 & 1mm Buy now at:...

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Oct 1, 20201 min read


CNC How-To - Setting up Easel for the first time (Machine Setup)
We have put together this video as Easel has a mandatory Machine setup process for new users and users who have upgraded their Easel...

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Sep 18, 20201 min read


CNC How-to: Using router collet adapters
We've put together this handy video on how to correctly use router collet adapters for CNC machining. We've recently received a huge...

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Sep 17, 20201 min read


Surface your spoil-board !!
WOW! 𝖳𝗁𝗂𝗌 𝗌𝗁𝗈𝗐𝗌 𝗃𝗎𝗌𝗍 𝗁𝗈𝗐 𝗂𝗆𝗉𝗈𝗋𝗍𝖺𝗇𝗍 𝗂𝗍 𝗂𝗌 𝗍𝗈 𝗌𝗎𝗋𝖿𝖺𝖼𝖾 𝗒𝗈𝗎𝗋 𝗌𝗉𝗈𝗂𝗅𝖻𝗈𝖺𝗋𝖽. If your base is off your entire job will be off & ain't nobody got time for that!! #cncaustralia #cnc #spoilboard #woodworking #metalworking #surfacing #endmill #flatas #smooth #cnc3d #cnc3dau #surfacingbit

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Sep 16, 20201 min read



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Sep 2, 20200 min read


SharpCNC Commander update - Build 236
SharpCNC Commander updates are in! Version 1.1 - Build 236 Here's a quick run down on the Features and bugs this release: New features......

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Jul 19, 20201 min read


Whats New !?!
Just a couple more new additions to the family :) www.cnd3d.com.au #endmills #trianglelab #3dpriting #er11 #mach3 #cnc #woodworking...

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Jul 2, 20201 min read


Some new arrivals to our TurboCut end mill range
Hello my precious! Here are our 2 newest additions to the endmill range. Top one is a 2Flute V Engraving bit and the bottom one is a...

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Jul 1, 20201 min read


Setting up your CNC VFD - (Suits Huanyang HY and Most generic VFDs)
We have had lots of questions about configuring and optimizing the settings of their CNC VFD. Fortunately, our friends at "I'll Do It Myself" have put together an excellent video on understanding and adjusting all of the settings required for smooth spindle operation. PLEASE NOTE: Your VFD is generally preconfigured with conservative settings right out of the box. These default settings will ensure a long running life of the spindle but may be a bit slow to speed up and slow

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Jun 7, 20201 min read


CNC Stepper Motors - A machine builders guide
We've had a few inquiries regarding stepper motor selection for CNC build projects and thought we'd put together a handy guide on demystifying the motor, driver and power supply relationship to better help you make the right choices in selecting the right gear for your build. How does a stepper motor work? Stepper motors are DC motors that move in steps. They have multiple coils that are organized in groups called "phases". By energizing each phase in sequence, the motor will

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May 18, 20205 min read


SharpCNC Commander updates BUILD 228
We've made some bug fixes to various sections throughout the Commander and overhauled the the Probing wizard to be easier than ever to...

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Mar 20, 20201 min read


Doing what we can to prevent the spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus + 5 tips to keep safe and healthy
By now most people know about the COVID-19 Coronavirus and the impacts it can have on the elderly and those with immune system...

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Mar 11, 20202 min read


The YouCarve is almost here!
We've been working late lastnight and have finally assembled our new prototype YouCarve CNC! The YouCarve is our in-house Australian...

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Jan 22, 20201 min read


Calling all GRBL users!
Our new SharpCNC Commander CNC control software is ready for Beta testing. Please note: This tool is still in Beta so we recommend...

CNC3D
Dec 20, 20191 min read


YouCarve CNC - An extremely affordable hobbyist CNC for Makers
Hi Everyone, We've secretly been working on a very special project that will hopefully be launched in the new Year. A CNC kit with easy...

CNC3D
Nov 14, 20191 min read
Fusion360 and Vectric Post processors now available
For those users who prefer to use Vectric products or Fusion360 for generating their G-code projects we've setup some post processors...

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Nov 13, 20191 min read


Drink coaster project - Spindle & Laser
We've put together a quick video of a simple project cutting out some Red Oak coasters and laser engraving a photo pattern on them as a ...

CNC3D
Nov 7, 20191 min read


Handy STL for fitting HGR15 profiles to 20 series extrusions
For those who have a QueenBee upgrade kit or want to do you own spin on a HGR15 profile rail conversion on your 20 series extrusion...

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Oct 28, 20191 min read


Nighthawk CNC controller
Very exciting times! Our USB, Wifi and Bluetooth enabled Nighthawk CNC controller (formerly AIR controller) is nearly ready for...

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Oct 19, 20191 min read
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