[redwine]

Hello I am looking into buying a small CNC Mill for my shed the SYIL is looking like the one for me but can not find out enough about the software available for programming. there seem to be many cheep 2d packages available but I would need the 3d capability Can any one recommend anything

[phantom1500]

I've got the X7 servo model and use bobcad-cam. Warning.....there needs to be a section of code that needs to be edited for running the drill cycles in Bobcad-cam that don't work in adtech. It will plunge the drill into the table every time :-)

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[bosr]

I have had an X4 Plus for about 5 years and also use BobCadCam which has worked well for me. Definitely get the 4th axis option for your mill and buy a copy of D2NC for the 4th axis wrapping. Bobcad has added 4th axis to their software but I have not used it yet so can't say how well it works.

Note: I haven't experienced any plunging as mentioned in the previous post.

Here is a 3d part that I machined using only bobcad.

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[syil]

during the adtech model only for australia,and this controller is have some g-code issue

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5 years? you must have a lot of fun on it.

[bosr]

I haven't had any g-code issues. Yes, I have had a lot of fun with the mill as well as some challenges. All in All, for the cost and size I'm very happy with the X4+.

[Simon Wells]

We have Syil, controlled by MACH controller, CAD by Solidworks and CAM using BobCAM integrated into Solidworks (not a very pleasant experience though).

Generally, the Syil is a good machine for the money in my opinion.