Quadrant Diagram showing Quadrants 1 2 3  and 4

Machine and Workpiece Coordinates

A CNC Router operates in a 3D universe. When you draw a shape on a piece of paper, you are creating a 2D image.  When you cut the shape out,...
Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC?  Part 3 of 3

Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC? Part 3 of 3

Shopping for a CNC? Bob and Keith talk about stepper motors, servo motors, and home switches.
Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC?  Part 2 of 3

Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC? Part 2 of 3

Shop Talk: Bob and Keith discuss information that is pertinent to building or purchasing a CNC.
Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC?  Part 1 of 3

Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC? Part 1 of 3

Shop Talk: Shopping for a CNC?   This is a three-part series in which Bob and Keith discuss things to consider before you purchase a CNC.