# Wiki - Store and maintain knowledge **URL:** https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/wiki/30.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Fusion 360 getting started and tips](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/fusion-360-getting-started-and-tips/5440)
**Author:** [@Jamtek](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Jamtek)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2020, 8:54pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/fusion-360-getting-started-and-tips/5440 "2020-07-26T20:54:58Z")
Here are a few handy Fusion 360 links to get started. How to register for a start-up, personal, or student license for Fusion 360 Note: there are now a three free licence types for Fusion 360. When I renewed this ye… --- ## [How To: Manually Reset Chains, the Easy Way](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-manually-reset-chains-the-easy-way/9702)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2020, 7:42pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-manually-reset-chains-the-easy-way/9702 "2020-06-12T19:42:20Z")
Every now and then you may find that you need to readjust the chains back to a known position. This could occur if you power/connection issue and the controller lost it’s position, had a chain skip, took apart something… --- ## [WebControl - RaspberryPi Install from Image File](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/webcontrol-raspberrypi-install-from-image-file/11887)
**Author:** [@jwolter](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jwolter)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 12:02pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/webcontrol-raspberrypi-install-from-image-file/11887 "2020-03-30T12:02:02Z")
This guide is for setting up WebControl on Raspberry Pi using @johnboiles disk image. Attribution: Original posted to the Software category by @tinker. Conventions: command = text to enter at the command prompt \[key\] … --- ## [Advice for Metric use of MakerCam](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/advice-for-metric-use-of-makercam/8363)
**Author:** [@Gero](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Gero)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2020, 5:25am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/advice-for-metric-use-of-makercam/8363 "2020-03-23T05:25:56Z")
The online version of MakerCam is not recommended for Metric (mm). It produces up to 16 digits after the decimal and that has lead to problems with ‘buffer-overflows’ in the past, with MaslowCNC and GRBL. Although this… --- ## [The cheap Z-axis zero method](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-cheap-z-axis-zero-method/12578)
**Author:** [@peteinakl](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/peteinakl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2020, 5:32am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-cheap-z-axis-zero-method/12578 "2020-03-09T05:32:38Z")
I have a 3D printer and it runs really well. I learnt a trick to zero it’s Z-axis which I’ve been applying to my Maslow I think worth sharing. When replacing stock, or generally trying to stay accurate, I slide a sheet … --- ## [Installing and Using DXF2GCODE](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/installing-and-using-dxf2gcode/11812)
**Author:** [@jwolter](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jwolter)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2019, 12:31am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/installing-and-using-dxf2gcode/11812 "2019-12-08T00:31:56Z")
This is a quick tutorial to use DXF2GCODE with Maslow. It seems that DXF2GCODE is quite popular for CAM, and early dabblings with it show great promise. Hat tip to ame for writing the initial tutorial. Discussions of DX… --- ## [Alternate approach to Chain Pulley System for Top-Bar Style frames](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/alternate-approach-to-chain-pulley-system-for-top-bar-style-frames/11542)
**Author:** [@md8n](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/md8n)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2019, 10:51pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/alternate-approach-to-chain-pulley-system-for-top-bar-style-frames/11542 "2019-11-07T22:51:08Z")
I built a Bolt Together Frame for my Maslow CNC. But at step 11 and 12 in the instructions I decided to go a little different, and I’ve had zero problems with chains coming off sprockets, getting snagged, etc. One part… --- ## [Latest Best Frames - October 2019](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/latest-best-frames-october-2019/11459)
**Author:** [@BenBurnett](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/BenBurnett)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 8:43pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/latest-best-frames-october-2019/11459 "2019-11-05T20:43:48Z")
Just got my kit through, very excited to get started. I looked up the latest on the frames, and the page was updated in June 2018. So I’m wondering if there have been any updates people have made to the frame which they … --- ## [How To: Holey Triangular Calibration (GroundControl and Firmware)](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-holey-triangular-calibration-groundcontrol-and-firmware/10676)
**Author:** [@WoodCutter4](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/WoodCutter4)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2019, 4:20pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-holey-triangular-calibration-groundcontrol-and-firmware/10676 "2019-07-30T16:20:36Z")
In order to run Holey Triangular Calibration at this point in time, which I hope to improve in the near future, you must install the source code for GroundControl as listed on the GitHub instructions. FYI - I updated the… --- ## [How to determine end of life for a bit](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-determine-end-of-life-for-a-bit/9159)
**Author:** [@Gero](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Gero)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2019, 8:32am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-determine-end-of-life-for-a-bit/9159 "2019-03-16T08:32:50Z")
Featuring @MeticulousMaynard s’ post here bit getting dull This is what to expect from a fresh tool: These parts were cut with a tool at the end of it’s life: In a separate case, here are two router bit of a same … --- ## [Troubleshooting: General Issues](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/troubleshooting-general-issues/5749)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2019, 11:07am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/troubleshooting-general-issues/5749 "2019-06-13T11:07:47Z")
Motors don't move Run Actions-\>Test Motors If both motors fail, check that the power is connected (look for the steady green light) and that the power is plugged into the Maslow shield (as in the picture below), not th… --- ## [How To: Restart/Recover an Aborted/Interrupted Job](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-restart-recover-an-aborted-interrupted-job/10103)
**Author:** [@jwolter](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jwolter)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2019, 12:01am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-restart-recover-an-aborted-interrupted-job/10103 "2019-06-04T00:01:01Z")
From @David\_Gochberg https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/advanced-use-for-dummies-recover-from-an-unexpected-halt/8643 Observe the line # your program halted at, or the operation you had in progress ( although G code looks … --- ## [How To: Get Started with MaslowCreate](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-get-started-with-maslowcreate/9891)
**Author:** [@jwolter](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jwolter)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2019, 11:43am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-get-started-with-maslowcreate/9891 "2019-05-17T11:43:00Z")
MaslowCreate is a browser-based tool for computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) which is designed to be easier to use, particularly for beginners. The approach is to treat each design as a program, that is, a… --- ## [Why: Chains Don't Extend Far Enough to Connect Sled](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/why-chains-dont-extend-far-enough-to-connect-sled/9701)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2019, 1:29am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/why-chains-dont-extend-far-enough-to-connect-sled/9701 "2019-04-30T01:29:26Z")
One common issue that comes up often during calibration, particularly for new users, is that the amount of chain extended isn’t long enough to connect to the sled. 99% of the time it’s because they are using a top beam … --- ## [Choosing a Router or Spindle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/choosing-a-router-or-spindle/9538)
**Author:** [@jwolter](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jwolter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2019, 8:27pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/choosing-a-router-or-spindle/9538 "2019-04-13T20:27:48Z")
Tested Routers List (from the old Maslow CNC Wiki) A collection of routers tested by the community: In addition to the details below, a matrix of the different routers, their features, compatibility with the different … --- ## [From Wiki: Generating Gcode Using MakerCAM](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/from-wiki-generating-gcode-using-makercam/6033)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2018, 3:17pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/from-wiki-generating-gcode-using-makercam/6033 "2018-08-21T15:17:14Z")
Note: This post came from the wiki and is a direct transfer. Maslow (and almost all other CNC routers) use a file type called Gcode. A gcode file is a set of very simple instructions which tell the machine how to move a… --- ## [Troubleshooting: Cutting Issues](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/troubleshooting-cutting-issues/5752)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2018, 3:36pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/troubleshooting-cutting-issues/5752 "2018-08-14T15:36:21Z")
"Hooking" on horizontal cuts at the top of the build area Example Causes and Solutions: Sled is too heavy: Reduce the weight on the sled Power supply is insufficient to keep up: Try lowering the feed rate. Also check… --- ## [How To: Tabs in Makercam](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-tabs-in-makercam/5214)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 4:06pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-tabs-in-makercam/5214 "2019-01-09T16:06:15Z")
One of the most common problems that people run into when first entering into the CNC world is related to the creation of tabs. Since the Maslow is vertical, once you fully cut out a piece from your material, gravity ta… --- ## [A note about the wiki category](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/a-note-about-the-wiki-category/5864)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2018, 11:38pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/a-note-about-the-wiki-category/5864 "2018-09-11T23:38:14Z")
Being a wiki, the posts can be edited by anyone. If you see something wrong or have information to add, please feel free to edit it. I’d like to keep “discussion” regarding a topic in the rest of the forum and just leav… --- ## [The Calibration Process, In General](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-calibration-process-in-general/6427)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2018, 7:26pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-calibration-process-in-general/6427 "2018-09-05T19:26:12Z")
Since I finally understand it (or think I do), I thought I’d make a wiki post explaining, at a high level, the current calibration process. This post is not intended to criticize of the current calibration process, just… --- ## [Chain Length Calculations](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/chain-length-calculations/6029)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2018, 3:22pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/chain-length-calculations/6029 "2018-08-27T15:22:23Z")
Components of Chain Length Calculation At any time, the position of the sled on the MaslowCNC workspace is set by the amount of chain that extends beyond the 12 o’Clock sprocket top position, the geometry (or shape) of… --- ## [Accuracy Issues](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/accuracy-issues/5855)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 11:27pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/accuracy-issues/5855 "2018-08-23T23:27:02Z")
Definition and the Calibration Model It’s important to make sure you use the correct language when describing your issues and the definitions of accuracy and precision are often confused. Accuracy is how close a measure… --- ## [Installing Bushings as an Inexpensive Fix for Z-Axis Slop on Ridgid R22002 Router](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/installing-bushings-as-an-inexpensive-fix-for-z-axis-slop-on-ridgid-r22002-router/5862)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 11:56pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/installing-bushings-as-an-inexpensive-fix-for-z-axis-slop-on-ridgid-r22002-router/5862 "2018-08-17T23:56:54Z")
Refer to the following Community Garden post regarding this topic. http://maslowcommunitygarden.org/Inexpensive-add-ons-for-z-axis-slack-imprecision.html --- ## [Pause, Stop, and Goto Functionality](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/pause-stop-and-goto-functionality/5913)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 7:18pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/pause-stop-and-goto-functionality/5913 "2018-08-17T19:18:23Z")
Most of this was posted by @theRatchet and I’m putting it as part of the wiki (and reformatting it some) Pause Button Once pressed, finishes the line of gcode that the machine is currently on, then pauses and makes no c… --- ## [How To: Setting Sprocket to 12 o'clock Position](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-setting-sprocket-to-12-oclock-position/5897)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 5:42pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/how-to-setting-sprocket-to-12-oclock-position/5897 "2018-08-17T17:42:49Z")
@blurfl posted his method of aligning the sprocket to 12 o’clock… I’m summarizing it here: Use either your chain (or perhaps a spare piece of chain) and drap it over the sprocket. Take a string level and insert a piece… --- ## [R22002 Router Z-Axis Slop Control with Bungie Cord / Fire Hazard](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/r22002-router-z-axis-slop-control-with-bungie-cord-fire-hazard/5849)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2018, 11:42pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/r22002-router-z-axis-slop-control-with-bungie-cord-fire-hazard/5849 "2018-08-16T23:42:29Z")
The R22002 router height adjustment isn’t exactly what you would call “precision”. There’s some slop/play in the arm on the lead screw (the arm is the thing that rides up and down the lead screw… the thing with the oran… --- ## [Troubleshooting: Issues During Calibration](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/troubleshooting-issues-during-calibration/5754)
**Author:** [@madgrizzle](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/madgrizzle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2018, 1:17pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/troubleshooting-issues-during-calibration/5754 "2018-08-14T13:17:27Z")
After measuring distance between motors, left motor turns wrong way and chain falls off Causes and Solutions: Directions still aren’t clear enough: If using top-feed arrangement (left chain wraps clockwise around spro… --- ## [Known Software Issues](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/known-software-issues/5790)
**Author:** [@Bee](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Bee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2018, 11:40pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/known-software-issues/5790 "2018-08-14T23:40:56Z")
Known Software Issues Build 1.19: --- ## [The Maslow CNC Router](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-maslow-cnc-router/5469)
**Author:** [@jwolter](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/jwolter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2018, 1:17pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/the-maslow-cnc-router/5469 "2018-08-05T13:17:17Z")
Welcome to the Maslow CNC Wiki! The Maslow CNC is a low-cost computer numerical control (CNC) machine that can be built with simple tools and limited construction skills. The Maslow CNC hardware and software is open-so… --- ## [Walkthrough from ordering to cutting your own designs](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/walkthrough-from-ordering-to-cutting-your-own-designs/5446)
**Author:** [@RavenWall](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/RavenWall)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2018, 11:46pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/walkthrough-from-ordering-to-cutting-your-own-designs/5446 "2018-08-04T23:46:49Z")
Work in progress! Don’t hesitate to complete! Maslow has many strengths. The most important one is that you can bring your own router, hardware and software. The weakness is you have a multitude of ways of setup! Some… [Previous page](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/wiki/30.md) [Next page](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/c/wiki/30.md?page=2)