Bits & Bits

Bits & Bits

 BobsCNC is a family company with a vision for building lasting relationships with our customers through top of the line design, engineering, manufacturing, and customer service.  We are always looking...
Assembling a BobsCNC Router Kit is Easier Than You Think

Assembling a BobsCNC Router Kit is Easier Than You Think

Red Green used to say, "If the women don't find you handsome they should at least find you handy."  I'm handy.  I can wire new circuits, fix a roof, repair...
Learn Your CNC Training Program

Mastering Vectric Software

The hardest part of learning to operate my CNC was learning the software.  I began with free, open-source programs like F-Engrave but my projects soon outgrew its capabilities.  Like many...
Learning to Run a CNC Is A Valuable Lesson in Life

Learning to Run a CNC Is A Valuable Lesson in Life

As consumers we expect our fast food meals to be "happy" ones. We want our vitamins and medicines to taste like gummies. We've grown accustomed to choosing between at least five different kinds of the same...
CNC History: A  Brief Overview

CNC History: A Brief Overview

What the Software!?!

What the Software!?!

One of the hardest things to learn about CNCs is the software needed to make them operate. There is so much information out there and so many programs to consider;...
CNC Router with Vacuum  Helps With a  Dust Free Shop

CNC Router with Vacuum Helps With a Dust Free Shop

It should be no surprise that adding a vacuum attachment to the router will greatly reduce the amount of dust in the shop. This vacuum hood is currently a 2...
The Stepper Motor for CNC machines

The Stepper Motor for CNC machines

When I was young I made airplanes and trucks with dc electric motors I got from other toys or my dad’s shop. My dad was an electronics technician in the...
What Kind of Bits to Use With BobsCNC Routers

What Kind of Bits to Use With BobsCNC Routers

  Compression Bit​ – A cutting tool with a combination of up and down shear cutting edges. Typically used for cutting plywood or laminate material to prevent tear-out on both...
Need Help?

Need Help?

Everybody needs a little help now and then, especially if you own a CNC Router. There are number of websites dedicated to CNC.  I’ve listed the three sources that consistently provide...
Don't Buy Pirated Software.

Don't Buy Pirated Software.

Everyone needs software for their CNC. You can find free downloadable software online or you can purchase CAD/CAM software which can be expensive.  It's the high cost of some CAD/CAM packages...
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The Best Place to Buy a CNC Router for your shop.

“Where’s the best place to buy an CNC Router for your shop? It’s simple, buy factory direct at BobsCNC.com.  When you make your purchase at BobsCNC.com, you can be assured...