CNC 6040 Router - Unboxing, Assembly and First Cuts

CNC 6040 Router - Unboxing, Assembly and First Cuts - AWESOME MACHINE!!!

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6 жыл бұрын

After a long period of searching I finally decided to buy this CNC 6040 Router. There are many good options with specific pros and cons, but in the end the(unbeatable) price/quality ratio of the CNC 6040 Router was for me the deciding factor.
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Six low budget end mills for aluminium:
Affiliate links:
Tool 1: ⅛ inch 2 flute: bit.ly/2N2DyEE
Tool 2: 4 mm 3 flute: bit.ly/2N2DPXZ
Tool 3: 5 mm 3 flute: bit.ly/2N2DPXZ
Tool 4: 4 mm 2 flute: bit.ly/2N1KYb2
Tool 5: 4 mm 2 flute: bit.ly/2SxnT6g
Tool 6: 6 mm 2 flute chamfer: bit.ly/2tmihfX
Test video with Feeds and Speeds: • Perfect beginner end m...
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The machine was purchased on ebay.uk and send from Germany to the Netherlands for £ 50. In two separate delivery’s I received the CNC 6040 Router within 5 days. The Chinese manufactures did an excellent job packaging the machine. Everything was protected by thick foam. All the moving parts where nicely greased up and the frame was protected with a anti corrosion substance.
Assembling the CNC 6040 Router can be done within an hour. Just a couple of bolts and some plug and play cables and you’re done. The overall build quality of the machine is pretty good. The base and gantry are very heavy.
Getting the CNC 6040 Router to work and making the first projects in this video took me a good 10 hours of study. I have a lot experience whit 3D printing and CAD designing so that gave me a big advantage. Understanding the Mach3 software, the different coordinate systems and generating g code from a CAD file can be a steep learning curve for someone without any technical experience.
After working with the CNC 6040 Router for a couple hours I can say I am happy with my investment. The only thing I don’t like is the aluminium extruded bed. This bed is not flat at all, so that has to be upgraded in the future.
Affiliate links to the end mills:
Tool 1: ⅛ inch 2 flute: bit.ly/2N2DyEE
Tool 2: 4 mm 3 flute: bit.ly/2N2DPXZ
Tool 3: 5 mm 3 flute: bit.ly/2N2DPXZ
Tool 4: 4 mm 2 flute: bit.ly/2N1KYb2
Tool 5: 4 mm 2 flute: bit.ly/2SxnT6g
Tool 6: 6 mm 2 flute chamfer: bit.ly/2tmihfX

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@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

Six beginner/low budget end mills for aluminium(Affiliate links): Test video with Feeds and Speeds: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g5Nhl7x7vM6Xoqs.html Tool 1: ⅛ inch 2 flute: bit.ly/2N2DyEE Tool 2: 4 mm 3 flute: bit.ly/2N2DPXZ Tool 3: 5 mm 3 flute: bit.ly/2N2DPXZ Tool 4: 4 mm 2 flute: bit.ly/2N1KYb2 Tool 5: 4 mm 2 flute: bit.ly/2SxnT6g Tool 6: 6 mm 2 flute chamfer: bit.ly/2tmihfX

@legionjames1822 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I had this model figured as the beat option for the price range. Good video.

@jago5300 5 жыл бұрын

Lol nice machine I just ordered my CNC. I like the end for only $49.99 you can make your drill bit holder to

@BrilliantDesignOnline 4 жыл бұрын

I have purchased two of these machines. The 1st was for work where we make aircraft parts (3-axis parallel) and then months later for at home for myself (4-axis USB). Both are great but I would recommend the parallel over the USB. Also the wiring is HORRIBLE; we had to replace ALL the wiring on the parallel one, and then installed a Gecko G540. My USB at home works fine. A dust boot for a vacuum is highly necessary. I put a piece of 0.75" MDF down on top of the aluminum bed and then fly cut it level.

@Tchefter 6 жыл бұрын

Congrats man! Thumbs up!

@aundefined 6 жыл бұрын

Great stuff you got going!

@user-sw2ol6jx8p 4 жыл бұрын

This is called professional

@shelby50411 6 жыл бұрын

Any input on the xcarve 1000mm ? My first impression is flimsy and cheap looking

@jamesharmer7686 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, great video! Cncest are great machines aren't they? I have a 3040 from CNCEST and I love it. I can't fault it, except it is a little small. I want to upgrade and get your version next. Are you carving Polycarbonate or just perspex for the bit holder? Where did you source it please? Was it inside the Netherlands? I live in Amsterdam and am looking for sources of materials to Cnc and laser cut.

@show.me.bobsandvagene8931 5 жыл бұрын

My first cnc machine was same size.. i bought 3 more machine table size of 1300mm x 2500mm.. 2 machine single head spindle and 1 machine 4head individual spindle..

@Groovekraft 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Were you able to get the spindle to start and stop using mach3? I can only get mine to work manually

@BrianBoniMakes 6 жыл бұрын

Nice one. I guess you'll be converting it to closed loop servo soon? I just watched your old video on that.

@kfresh6649 6 жыл бұрын

Nice one, keep it up

@nanofree01 2 жыл бұрын

Great video ! Is this model able to carve a solid body guitar and neck ?

@fritzalf9926 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, thank you for your awesome videos. Where did you buy the cnc 6040? Many thanks in advance and best regards!

@RayMAKES 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice, Ive been looking at these

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, What do you plan to make with it?

@evgenytokarev1674 3 жыл бұрын

Hello. Tell me if you have a video or description of how you set up Mach3 for this CNC 6040? Thank you.

@lahbibnabil1446 5 жыл бұрын

Thinking of buying the 6090

@TheJuls2009 4 жыл бұрын

Very good setup..what software you work with Mach3 control..?

@shelby50411 6 жыл бұрын

You got the parallel port version? But it looks like u used a usb cable? Adapter?.....even if its an adapter the speed would be still parallel port speed which is slower than usb correct?

@geraldturley1497 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, How's the cnc since you bought it and can you remember import costs. Thanks

@gulfmedic1 3 жыл бұрын

what software does it use and is it user friendly? great video thanks

@gwheyduke 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about one of these to cut aluminum connecting rods for little model engines

@Salvolama 6 жыл бұрын

the tool holder is very nice ..

@imadjawad4408 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, Thanks for the great demo!! Would it be possible to use it for making PCBs? Thank you :)

@BrilliantDesignOnline 4 жыл бұрын

Would be great for PCB's

@Dumbc0mment 4 жыл бұрын

Every man should have a cnc machine to make fun or serious stuff 😜. Maybe I could afford to buy a little one in May 🤞🤞

@jw200 4 жыл бұрын

Dont buy little ones !! Buy cnc6040 or bigger. Small are toys. I regret I bought a small cnc 3018 or something. It's garbage. It's only useful for learning cnc stuff. Not for any serious work. Get more money and buy this 6040

@lordswitnesses5431 5 жыл бұрын

Just purchased one of these FANTASTIC value GBP 864 from ebay. Very useful video. I do not know why mankind always misses out steps in road sign directions and in set up videos. There are 6 large black M5 screws for the gantry which go in underneath which have no nuts because they go into tapped holes. There are 4 smaller M5 screws for the gantry which go in from the side which have no nuts. The ali table plates are screwed in by smaller black screws which need to be jiggled into place. The ali bed slats are not always flat with respect to each other at their outer edges. So you may have to get out a screwdriver and lift up a slat slightly or get a rubber mallet and a block 10mm wide and bang the slat down a bit until it is flush with its neighbour. Do not worry, if you are careful , the bed can be made flat. It is OK in the middle. It can be out by 0.5mm at the edges which is not much good with a machine which is supposed to accurate to 0.1mm or better. Look at the edges of the slat and see whether it is bent upwards or squished downwards and get out a screw driver to lever it up or the mallet and block to bang it down. Screw the caterpillar into the gantry at the side under the stepper motor. The 4 leads to be plugged into the control box are ENGRAVED SPINDLE, X, Y, Z. Look out for the engraving and you will not mix them up! 5 leads if you have a 4 axis machine. EU30/M6 tee/vee sockets are a good idea

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

congrats on your purchase!

@mrkennethporter 5 жыл бұрын

Hi. I'm considering one of these. There seems to be generic unpainted aluminum tables and the cream tables like you have. Which one is most ridget?

@lordswitnesses5431 5 жыл бұрын

I think the cream coated one is more rigid

@mrkennethporter 5 жыл бұрын

@@lordswitnesses5431 Thanks. I might pull the pin and buy one so.

@KokkimelonChannel 5 жыл бұрын

Can you send i link so i can buy it too?

@amirrezapakroo7434 4 жыл бұрын

Do you think I can install laser marking head on this? can i use same software or have to find another software for laser engraving ??

@cmoikahk4505 2 жыл бұрын

Hi MB! A lot of people online have trouble getting their cnc6040 started (including me). Is it possible that you upload you config files for us?

@cecilidavila6915 5 жыл бұрын

Hi! I have a few questions & I don’t know who to ask. So i’m here on youtube asking for help. I want to get a machine to cut out wood names for events but i have no idea what machine to buy & does the software come with machine? Or do i have to get that separately?

@susanacacao5952 3 жыл бұрын

Good job, what kind of liquid did you add to the bottle

@Kelvin555s 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, was thinking to buy a similar one in Ebay. Did you try metal?

@adminpgr1647 5 жыл бұрын

I need some help to setup Softlimits , it is possible ? Thanks

@TheBauwssss 5 жыл бұрын

Deze moet ik kopen! Damn wat een cool ding.

@xConundrumx 5 жыл бұрын

Pas wel even op. Er zijn best wat ruw kantjes aan. De aluminium tafel bv is niet echt rigide, je kan ze makkelijk induwen tot wel enkele mm gewoon met de hand. Bij hout en plastic nog te doen, bij aluminium frezen echter wel een probleem. De controllers zelf zijn ook voor verbetering vatbaar. De inverter/vfd (om de spindle aan te drijven) die er inzit is ook potentieel een beetje problematisch. Er worden ronde assen gebruikt en geen lineaire rails... Etc. Nogmaals, het zijn zeer bruikbare machines, maar je moet realistisch blijven over de mogelijkheden en veel hangt af van wat je wil doen.

@sameribrahim7769 6 жыл бұрын

Hello dear csn this machine engrave gold ring or bangle

@Frappudazzu 5 жыл бұрын

Hi and thanks for this video, I'm interested , I see that now prices are higher than when you bought it, I need 4th axis and it's difficult to find one less than 1800€

@jw200 4 жыл бұрын

1800 is good price for cnc that actually works

@GKCallumLucas 5 жыл бұрын

What did you find was the best router bits?

@appalachianspiritfolkinstr8849 3 жыл бұрын

I just received one purchased on Amazon. Was there supposed to be software that comes with it. Are there restrictions on what kind you can use? (I'm a newbie). Was there an assembly and operating manual? Manual not needed? Mine came with no information or software.

@roberthartson1779 5 жыл бұрын

Can you make small leather embossing stamping tool?

@user-yj4cq8tm8c 2 жыл бұрын

Hello ... I want a very nice video and I also get this particular cnc machine .. what programs do I need to have for the design?

@ranulfo102 5 жыл бұрын

COLEGA ONDE VOC~E COMPROU ESSA CNC ? NOA PASSE O LINK. OBRIGADO. WHERE DO YOU BUY THAT CNC? NOA PASS THE LINK. THANK YOU.

@misaelarrieta3815 3 жыл бұрын

Hello friend, I have a question for you, I have no experience in that type of router and I want to buy one, but may it help me to draw pictures and decoration to the cabinet doors and table legs, tell me that one works for me or it has to be a specific o

@4funrc11 5 жыл бұрын

Hey :) So cool! You make it look easy. I gotta get me a CNC, soon, I hope. ;)

@bhuvang1436 4 жыл бұрын

Sir wat type of controller you have used

@axelteboul2676 3 жыл бұрын

How did you manage to use a parallel port converter ? In all the forums it says that a paralell port to usb converter cannot be used

@rustymarrow Жыл бұрын

What kind of software does it come with or do u have to buy it separately?

@mamoshimamoshian9078 3 жыл бұрын

Hi love your video's :) I just got my CNC and I connected to an old win xp laptop but nothing!! I can not get anything to work. So I saw a video where one can try to run the spindle from the control box. havent been able to do that too . Can you help me please? we can talk about helping each other if you have time. Thank you

@vespa2901 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, is this the 1500 watt version? Did you already try 6061 Aluminium? Whould be nice to hear about your expierence.

@erickbatterie 3 жыл бұрын

Bonjour j'aimerai savoir quel liquide de refroidissement doit être utilisé pour refroidir l'électro broche ? Merci pour ces vidés qui nous sont bien utiles.

@ragraphicsartsigncompany7245 4 жыл бұрын

Please sir I need you to help for the machine I budgeted to buy. Is cnc machine, please which one can I look for, I want use it for cutting composite board, acrylic plastic, wood, and iron sheet, engraving on wood, composite board, and acrylic plastic. Please which brand and model is best?

@mickamoi7790 3 жыл бұрын

hello great video. I would have liked to know what is the product that you put in the box with the pump? thank you

@timothycross4815 2 жыл бұрын

Use a 5gal container > 3gal water > 1gal non-toxic antifreeze (for RV) > a lid that closes will keep it from evaporating

@Basement_CNC 2 жыл бұрын

are these somewhat comparable to a the bantam cnc or carbide 3d nomad3 or makerdream evo pro ??? id love to get into machining and properly learn g-code, this machine will probably be replaced in 4-5 years (im a student and cant afford a tormach pcnc 440 or something similar right now) when i work full time and id like to ask if is smarter to buy the 6040 (since it will be replaced anyways (no production in mind) or splurge on the nomad or makerdream 🤷‍♂️

@CraftyCrafty 2 жыл бұрын

Did it work on a more up to date windows system, like a 64-bit version or still only Windows 2000 or XP

@john-oy5hx Жыл бұрын

I've set up my 6040 as per instruction but I'm getting no movement on any axis or the spindle. I wonder about the USB driver, could this be a factor. How do I know its communicating??

@mickywhizz6317 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video thanks. I lnow this machine can be used on aluminium but what is the limitation for machining mild steel or stainless?

@glennedward2201 4 жыл бұрын

That won’t cut but wood and plastic. You need a $3,000 plus router for aluminum. Our shop can build you one.

@kslats916 3 жыл бұрын

@@glennedward2201 Oh so wrong.

@arturgur387 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, I just purchased exactly the same cnc as you have. Did you had any problems with the VFD controler? In all the forums it is written that you have to change the settings and if not the spindle could burn out. Did you changed any setting on VFD?

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

No, I haven’t had any problems and didn't change any settings. The only things with the FVD is that it isn't connected to the parallel port, so it can only be used manual.

@leonfernando6359 Жыл бұрын

bro how do you probe? Like with the controller box that it comes with how do you probe

@GheorgheBogdanEugen 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, how much cost this machine in total, did you pay costums and from where you buy it.

@pedrotorres5685 5 жыл бұрын

HELLO! PRETTY GOOD VIDEO! QUESTION...what is the liquid you use in the pump? And what software for the cnc if you please can tell me?

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Demi water and antifreeze 8:2

@pedrotorres5685 5 жыл бұрын

@@MBcreates thanks a lot!!!!

@inzynierkrzysztof 4 жыл бұрын

Where do you get raw material from?

@isaacgutierrez929 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, can someone please tell me with type of coolant is what he is putting in on the 3:47 minute, and the other blue coolant.

@kjywessels4172 4 жыл бұрын

Lol its coolant from the Action, used for cars :)

@samirpasic6836 4 жыл бұрын

I hava the same 3040 cncest but i want to buy 6040 or 6090 can you give me link for the same machine like yours?? Please and thank you

@shelby50411 5 жыл бұрын

I really want one of these the prices have dropped a lot on ebay..now less than 1000$ usd with 4 axis

@Reaper9020 5 жыл бұрын

How to program the inverter?

@1986Wally 2 жыл бұрын

Hoi! ik sta op het punt ook een cnc machine te kopen van dit kaliber, zou je deze nog aanraden?

@augustoduccio 2 жыл бұрын

Hallo, really interesting video , please can you explain why the red stop LED is always on, I am not able to run the spindle, in manual or with PC selected. Also the emergency stop does not work. thanks in advance. augusto from Italy

@gedio00 Жыл бұрын

Ciao Augusto, sto cercando un qualcosa per iniziare che però non sia troppo piccola. Vorrei farmi la cucina da solo ed intarsiare le ante e una 6040 con una fresa del genere mi andrebbe bene per fare un lavoro da non impiegarci secoli. E questa mi sembra l'unica ad un prezzo abbordabile (anche se pur sempre un po' fuori budget per me 😅😥 ma se devo fare lo sforzo lo farò quando è il momento. Ti ci sei trovato bene ? Dove la hai acquistata?

@airgunningyup 6 жыл бұрын

ok so I have no instructions , but the machine is assembled and mach installed.. How do I turn on the spindle , I have the exact same control box as yours

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

Press the run button and turn black rotary knob clockwise. It should work even without the PC connected.

@Dheerseng 5 жыл бұрын

What is the price machine set*

@shelby50411 6 жыл бұрын

I have an ebay 20% off max 100$'discount ...i want to use on a 6040 cnc... ....mach.3 works ok?......and did ur machine come with hold down clamps

@ShirinDelsooz 4 жыл бұрын

How deep can it cut?

@j.e.711 3 жыл бұрын

Are you still happy with the machine, and is the controller reliable?

@mohebboutrous9267 5 жыл бұрын

How much does it cost plsee send contact informatipn

@lindanlester 6 жыл бұрын

What is the cooling liquid you are using. The instructions that came with mine said to use the cleanest possible water but your is blue. Have you used an additive or is it something other than water?

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

Demineralised water with some glycol/antifreeze.

@retel8r 4 жыл бұрын

Hi MB, loved your videos that much i bought the same machine 4 weeks ago! However, i am having some teething issues with programming from Fusion360 & mach3, would you care to share your system settings ? I have watched over & over all your videos. Thanks in advance. Mark.

@MBcreates 4 жыл бұрын

That's cool. Send me an email with your question. You can find it on the about page of my channel.

@retel8r 4 жыл бұрын

MBcreates ok thank you so much, i will send an email over to you tonight. ( Australia ) Mark

@retel8r 4 жыл бұрын

MBcreates i cannot find your email on the about page? Can you send it here in the reply. Thanks 🙏🏽

@marin.kucina 3 жыл бұрын

can you do auto tool zero with this cnc?

@thomashawaii 5 жыл бұрын

When you calibrate the y axis ,how did you align the meter and the axis? Thank you.

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

I don't understand your question.

@thomashawaii 5 жыл бұрын

So sorry. The question is regarding your another video named "cnc 6040 router accuracy vs speed testing". In that video, you used a dial indicator to test the movement distance in certain axis. I am curious how did you align the probe of the indicator with the axis of movement since misalignment will cause the difference with the indicated length and the real movement distance. Sorry for the confusion.

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

No worries. I used a small spirit level that I placed on the flat backside of the dial indicator. It isn't 100 percent accurate of course, but for a cheap budget machine it worked well enough.

@anatolineugebauer374 5 жыл бұрын

Hallo habe mir denselben selber Maschine gekauft 6040 USB original mach3 installiert Problem es bewegt sich nichts Spindel und Motoren machen gar nichts kann mir da einer helfen

@johntomasik1555 2 ай бұрын

3:56 Is there a coolant feed to the system? Didn't see the purpose of it in your vid. I'd be using it to cut aluminum mostly. They have a model on Amazon that mention and shows (in the pics) a spindle for a 4th axis. Oddly, they show another on Amazon at the same price, but none of the pics show the bed-mounted spindle for the 4th axis. Did yours come with that?

@cnc2060 4 жыл бұрын

Stenles stell cuting?

@robertornunes8886 5 жыл бұрын

Como possa comprar está Router que você comprou obrigado.

@Wrighty 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, Great video. I have just bought a 6040 cnc router. I have a desktop computer with windows 7pro. I'm trying to find a good pci card to use for the parallel port. Do you have any suggestions please. Terry.

@liusunny9464 5 жыл бұрын

change as mach3

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

Sorry can’t help you with that. I used a USB to parallel port adapter for my machine. Try www.reddit.com/r/hobbycnc/ for your question.

@Wrighty 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. Very much appreciated. Terry.

@stefanodedalo8772 5 жыл бұрын

@@MBcreates pardon , a question also from me ... did you made 3d carving ? I' look ing for a machine that can do this kind of carving . thank you

@mrcpu9999 6 жыл бұрын

2 questions, do you have a link to the specific model so I can see if I can find something similar on ebay US? Secondly, can't you just put bigger cutter in and mill your table flat?

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

I can’t help you with a link. If you want the version I have, I would go by what you see on the picture in the beginning of my video. The problem with leveling the bed of the machine is that it’s made from several pieces of extruded aluminium profile. When you fasten the T-slot bolts to secure your work piece you can see that profiles bend. I have seen some people level a large sheet of wood end use that as a the machine bed.

@axel_is_gaming 5 жыл бұрын

@@MBcreates Any reason why you can't share a link? At least the technical details so we can find the similar one. Thank you.

@przemekbazan8802 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, i have a question about the machine I bought the same one you have the, the Usb port you have is this fits to the machine ore you have to have some special box to fit it. Thanks for any information :)

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

if your machine has no usb port you have to buy this adapter :cncdrive.com/UC100.html

@przemekbazan8802 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, it works no problems for you?

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah it works perfect. You only have to download the driver to your pc/laptop and plug the connector in. nothing to difficult

@angelloaiza3535 3 жыл бұрын

Hello thanks for the video, I got the same machine and did everything but the machine does not start, do you know if there is something I have to change in the settings I mean in the software (mach3)? I'll appreciate any help.

3 жыл бұрын

Isn’t the emergency stop button just pushed in? You have to turn it so it pops out again and see if that doesn’t do the trick ;-)

@angelloaiza3535 3 жыл бұрын

@ the button was popped out I reckon is something about the setting in the software

@jodianddean 6 жыл бұрын

Would you be willing to show your step settings in mach3? I have this machine as well but the Y-axis steps are off on mine.

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Dean, I had the same problem when I first go my machine running. If you go to the motor tuning menu, you can see a box called Steps per. There is a good chance that you have different values in the box for your X and Y axis. If you machine has the same leadscrew for the X and Y axis this value should be the same. In my case this is 320. For my Z axis it’s 400

@jodianddean 6 жыл бұрын

MBcreates ok I'll check that. Thank you!

@jorgecaceres6675 3 жыл бұрын

Como puedo conseguir toda la pieza del eje Z, se me salieron los balines.

@Flomerlita07 6 жыл бұрын

Are there spareparts available at the market?

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, If you search on Ebay you can see that the whole machine can also be bought in parts.

@Wrighty 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mate, sorry to bother you again, but did your cnc work ok from setup? I have mine and am having problems with the stepper motors. They work fine using the arrow keys on my keyboard. but when I add a Gcode (roadrunner) and run, the stepper motors hardly move and make a horible noise, and the Gcode looks to be running really fast. I did get another computer with onboard parellel port running windows 7 pro. No matter what I do I can't get it to work using Gcode. Any ides would be really appreciated. Thanks, Terry.

@MBcreates 5 жыл бұрын

It sounds your stepper driver is sending more pulses to your motors than they can handle. So instead of stepping with the familiar stepping sound, they stall and make a screaming sound. Lower your feed rate and rapids in your gcode to 1000 mm/s and change the following in mach3: config > motor tuning> set velocity to 1200 > set acceleration to 75 mm/sec/sec > save axis setting. Do this for your X Y Z axis. This should solve the issue.

@Wrighty 5 жыл бұрын

That makes perfict sense. thank you. I will change the settings and keep you posted. Thanks for the help. very much appreciated. Terry.

@Wrighty 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mate, did as you said and unfortunatly it's still the same. It's more of a low struggling to move sound from the stepper motors. It is moving but only very slightly it's hard to see but the gcode still keeps going. Moving it around with the keyboard arrows works fine, and if I switch the cnc controller off, all looks to work fine in mach 3. I must say thanks for your time and help. really appreciate it. I did try to get onto where I bought it, but as you know there Chinese which is really hard work. The best thing is there now on holiday for a month for the Chinese New Year lol. thanks, Terry.

@ramsus42 5 жыл бұрын

@@Wrighty Try uploading a different Gcode. Something bigger! The Roadrunner is super small and so it looks like your machine is doing nothing accept making weird noises..

@Wrighty 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mate, thanks for the reply. Got it all sorted. It was the Gcode. Made my own and everything is working fine. Thanks again mate, much appreciated. Terry.

@BeaverCNC 6 жыл бұрын

How ridged are these machines? The original 6040 were quite flimsy?

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

For engraving: PerfectFor cutting wood: OKFor cutting Aluminium: insufficient The new design (that I have) has a solid 15mm aluminium frame. It is way heavier and rigidit than you would expect. The design flaw (read cost saving decision) is in the gantry. The side legs are 15 mm solid aluminium just like the base. But instead of using the same 15mm aluminium plate as support between the legs, they used the linear rail. So the legs are only joined by the unsupported rail. This results in a less rigid gantry and flexing when put under load. In the future I would like to upgrade the machine with this missing chunk of aluminium and ofcourse the support rail.

@przemekbazan8802 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, what do you use for culling spindle?

@Trancelebration 5 жыл бұрын

Distilled water with a bit of automotive coolant is ok.

@shelby50411 6 жыл бұрын

Im looking to buy a 6040 cnc on ebay but ive noticed 2 diff versions....one like urs and one that has black controller and non painted alum frame....the non painted frame versions seem to have a larger work area.....any input?

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah that was also something that caught my eye. Keep in mind that those picture angles are not helping to give you a good perspective of the size. Most eBay sellers have the outside dimensions somewhere on their page. The most important thing for me was a solid aluminium frame instead of a hollow variant. Most eBay sellers are often willing to help with your questions when you contact them directly. Good luck!

@shelby50411 6 жыл бұрын

What ebay seller did u buy from?.. Here is link to other version i have seen on ebay www.ebay.com/itm/4-AXIS-6040-DESKTOP-CNC-ROUTER-ENGRAVER-MILLING-MACHINE-ENGRAVING-DRILLING/142661335936?epid=894480905&hash=item2137473b80:g:hWYAAOSwTIhaYcFO

@JohnColgan. 3 жыл бұрын

Looks s lot stronger than the 3018 I just purchased, maybe I bought the wrong one for a starter CNC !!

@alexandercespedes6619 6 жыл бұрын

hello friend I'm in Colombia recently I bought one of these, you have it connected to a laptop? Does it work normal? I understood that it had to be a desktop computer. do you use a parallel to usb adapter?

@MBcreates 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I use the uc100 usb to parallel port adapter on a 64 bit laptop. It works fine. Good luck!

@TheJuls2009 4 жыл бұрын

Nice machine..I goszme machine,but it plays give up axis limit. Not consistent movement. Do you use soft limit or Mech switch for all axis?