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I had a DIY (Zen Toolworks) CNC machine working perfectly with my old pc, now I've changed over I've been messing with settings for months and months ans still can't get it to work...

Many thanks.

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I bought a Zen toolworks CNC machine about 1 year ago and after alot of playing I got it working perfectly doing some great engraving. Recently though, I changed PC and don't have the driver...

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It seems like there is no easy way with Mach 3, until some one proves me wrong. the way I have been doing it is when I've done one line, go back to the wizard and specify the next line of text...

OK thanks.

So is there a way at all to write on multiple lines at all, even other software?

Regards.

i've got my machine up an running and really pleased. It's mainly for text engraving and I've fabricated a floating engaving tip (as suggested by some kind person on here) (Lord only knows why they...

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I'm new to CNC machines, very. I built my first machine a few weeks ago, got it going and and now getting some easonable results.
I mainly want it for engraving and am currently using Mach 3....

Hi and thanks for your input.

I'm currently doing a design for a spring loaded tool holder which is a mix of some designs I've seen on here but specifically for a small machine. 2 linc don't go...

Any one know how to make one, or where to buy one without it costing too much?

Need a small one though.

Kind regards.

OK, many thanks, simple as that? Phew, I was wondering if I had made a big mistake.

I have a piece of wood for the base, will get on with that over the weekend. Is there a program to do this, or...

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I have gone from a manual engraving machine to a DIY CNC (Zen Toolworks) thinking the advantages would be huge, however, I'm beginning to wonder!! It seems that the CNC machine has to be so...

Well done thanks Xin, I will try this method when I get my kit.

regards.

AJRERKO,

I was wondering if I could use a G clamp, is this what you used? I'm not sure what it is you are using, can post a pic possibly?

Regards.

Ouch, didn't see that bit about need a drill press, let me know how you get on!

I'll go over to his site in a bit and check it out....I only ordered today so I expect it will be a few weeks.

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Xin I beleive owns and runs Zen Toolworks. I have just bought one of these kits from him although I have not recieved it yet. As stated here, he is very responsive to emails and will guide...