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**Author:** [@system](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2025, 2:13pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/welcome-to-the-pwncnc-forums/5 "2025-08-31T14:13:15Z")
We are so glad you joined us. PwnCNC Forum A place for us all to dominate our CNC’s. We’ve decided to setup a forum for all CNC brands. Consider this neutral territory no matter which machine you own… you can freely… --- ## [Shorten or cram?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/shorten-or-cram/3787)
**Author:** [@David\_K](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/David_K)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 6:10pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/shorten-or-cram/3787 "2026-09-23T18:10:22Z")
The motor and sensor cables are longer than my set-up requires. In the attached picture, lines from all 4 meet beneath the surface on which the Dominator rests. The Power Box will go on its own shelf, exactly where the… --- ## [Dominator Pro Configuration](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dominator-pro-configuration/3718)
**Author:** [@Daniel](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Daniel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 4:26pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dominator-pro-configuration/3718 "2026-09-20T16:26:17Z")
I took a picture of every Masso configuration from our in-house Dominator Pro 4x4. It is setup with a 4-tool ATC setup… in case anyone needs reference screens. --- ## [Shapeoko 5 Pro 4x4 Masso retrofit](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/shapeoko-5-pro-4x4-masso-retrofit/3162)
**Author:** [@Pauliep](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Pauliep)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 11:34pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/shapeoko-5-pro-4x4-masso-retrofit/3162 "2026-09-08T23:34:29Z")
I bought my Shapeoko 5 Pro 4x4 two years ago. Initially, I was able to get the unit to work and do the first thing Carbide Create suggests, which is to put a pen in the chuck and run a test program. That worked fine. … --- ## [Shapeoko 5 Pro Masso conversion and ATC and Machine Mods](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/shapeoko-5-pro-masso-conversion-and-atc-and-machine-mods/3527)
**Author:** [@Woodenspoke](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Woodenspoke)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/shapeoko-5-pro-masso-conversion-and-atc-and-machine-mods/3527 "2026-09-08T01:13:20Z")
I am posting this with Images over time. I will start with the ordering process and disassembly as for me the ordering process was not straight forward. I get the bug and just order without full research. The Pwncnc webs… --- ## [Dominator Pro 2x2!](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dominator-pro-2x2/3707)
**Author:** [@Daniel](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Daniel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dominator-pro-2x2/3707 "2026-09-07T19:36:37Z")
Guess who is finally ready to start assembling baby brother! The last of the parts needed to put together a Dominator Pro 2x2 have arrived today and we are so excited. Next week we begin assembly. It’ll be our small… --- ## [Dominator Pro 4x4 – Real-World Aluminum Cutting & Rigidity?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dominator-pro-4x4-real-world-aluminum-cutting-rigidity/3777)
**Author:** [@stevo](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/stevo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dominator-pro-4x4-real-world-aluminum-cutting-rigidity/3777 "2026-09-07T13:21:34Z")
I’m seriously considering purchasing a Dominator Pro 4x4 for my CNC machining business. The primary use would be aluminum and plastics, especially larger plate work that I can’t currently fit on my smaller vmc. For anyo… --- ## [PWN Customer service](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/pwn-customer-service/3767)
**Author:** [@fostinoguitars](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/fostinoguitars)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 3:29pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/pwn-customer-service/3767 "2026-09-04T15:29:19Z")
So I’ve been em ailing Daniel for a week, I only get one response and it has nothing to do with the questions I have been asking. PwnCNC your customer service has been terrible. I keep asking the same question over an… --- ## [Assembly, ideas and discoveries for "No Leg" users](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/assembly-ideas-and-discoveries-for-no-leg-users/3770)
**Author:** [@David\_K](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/David_K)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 2:29pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/assembly-ideas-and-discoveries-for-no-leg-users/3770 "2026-09-04T14:29:03Z")
My Dominator 3x4 is almost through the second section in the manual. Since I’m putting the CNC on a cabinet of my own, I’ve discovered a couple things and AI has given me one idea. In addition to using a torsion box be… --- ## [Water cooled spindle water temperature](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/water-cooled-spindle-water-temperature/3633)
**Author:** [@Geige](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Geige)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 5:40pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/water-cooled-spindle-water-temperature/3633 "2026-09-01T17:40:16Z")
I just installed my water cooled spindle. My basement is pretty chilly at 11C or 52F. Do I need to warm the water to run the spindle? --- ## [Seven Years of PwnCNC: From a Garage to 20,000 Support Tickets](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/seven-years-of-pwncnc-from-a-garage-to-20-000-support-tickets/3763)
**Author:** [@Daniel](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Daniel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 3:23am UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/seven-years-of-pwncnc-from-a-garage-to-20-000-support-tickets/3763 "2026-09-01T03:23:47Z")
This month marks seven years since PwnCNC officially began. When you’re living a business day by day—designing parts, answering questions, solving the next problem, filling orders, and developing the next product—you… --- ## [Ride Along With a Dominator ATC Tool Change in 360°](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/ride-along-with-a-dominator-atc-tool-change-in-360/3762)
**Author:** [@Daniel](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Daniel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 1:37am UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/ride-along-with-a-dominator-atc-tool-change-in-360/3762 "2026-08-25T01:37:32Z")
I mounted a GoPro 360 camera behind the gantry while the Dominator was carving our Veteran Flag project, and this angle turned out pretty neat. This short video lets you ride along with the machine during a successful a… --- ## [Is Dominator Even an Upgrade Or Option](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/is-dominator-even-an-upgrade-or-option/3756)
**Author:** [@Bovis](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Bovis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 7:06pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/is-dominator-even-an-upgrade-or-option/3756 "2026-08-21T19:06:03Z")
Hey everyone — looking for some real‑world guidance as I’m planning to add another to the Onefinity Foreman 48×48. I’ve been running a Foreman for a while, and after upgrading to a MASSO controller, all the “Onefiniky” … --- ## [The PwnCNC Digital Library Just Got a Major Upgrade](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/the-pwncnc-digital-library-just-got-a-major-upgrade/3759)
**Author:** [@Daniel](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Daniel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 5:45pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/the-pwncnc-digital-library-just-got-a-major-upgrade/3759 "2026-08-19T17:45:26Z")
Over the years, PwnCNC has developed a large number of digital projects, accessories, replacement parts, templates, and machine-specific designs. Many of these files were sold individually throughout different parts of o… --- ## [Rotary attachment and spindle turning](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/rotary-attachment-and-spindle-turning/3657)
**Author:** [@BPSOswego](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/BPSOswego)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 11:48am UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/rotary-attachment-and-spindle-turning/3657 "2026-08-19T11:48:31Z")
I am not sure this is the best place to post this… so admins please feel free to move it if it is better suited elsewhere. I purchased the PwnCNC rotary attachment for my 1F Elite Foreman last year. I am finally gettin… --- ## [Speed and acceleration settings?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/speed-and-acceleration-settings/3754)
**Author:** [@peschkaj](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/peschkaj)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 11:18pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/speed-and-acceleration-settings/3754 "2026-08-13T23:18:10Z")
As I’m dialing in tool paths and seeking to improve reproducibility and all that good stuff, I’ve started wondering about both maximum feed rate and acceleration. Do any of y’all have thoughts on how to dial this in apa… --- ## [Stalled spindle, now have Error 12](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/stalled-spindle-now-have-error-12/3661)
**Author:** [@zwitchguitars](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/zwitchguitars)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 2:40pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/stalled-spindle-now-have-error-12/3661 "2026-08-11T14:40:00Z")
I have the PWNCNC ER20 110V spindle. I was using a 1/2" end mill on maple and stalled the spindle. Now when I try to re-run the GCODE, it will spin up to the desire RPM, then throw Err 12 and ramp down. Support gave me … --- ## [Spindle coolant flow clogged](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/spindle-coolant-flow-clogged/3750)
**Author:** [@greenram](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/greenram)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 11:07pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/spindle-coolant-flow-clogged/3750 "2026-08-10T23:07:15Z")
BST 1.5-80-24K I thought my coolant pump stopped working however I trouble shot the problem to the spindle. Coolant will not pass through it. Tried to clear it with air pressure to no avail. Which end shall I open th… --- ## [A Big Thank You](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/a-big-thank-you/3749)
**Author:** [@peschkaj](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/peschkaj)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 1:54am UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/a-big-thank-you/3749 "2026-08-09T01:54:16Z")
First off, I want to thank all of you who contribute to this forum by asking and answering questions. Thank you, together we’re getting smarter. Y’all make it so easy to contribute. There’s never any “someone already as… --- ## [Which MagLock to use](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/which-maglock-to-use/3748)
**Author:** [@peschkaj](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/peschkaj)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/which-maglock-to-use/3748 "2026-08-07T20:16:34Z")
I’ve purchased the MagLock 3D printing bundle for makers and have printed the hose side of things (the MagRing and MagRound). Is there a mostly generic tool side of things? Or is this something where nobody actually mak… --- ## [Send To MASSO From Autodesk Fusion](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/send-to-masso-from-autodesk-fusion/3744)
**Author:** [@Eriz](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Eriz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/send-to-masso-from-autodesk-fusion/3744 "2026-08-03T20:53:43Z")
Hello Everyone, I’ve been working on an add-in for Autodesk Fusion that will send NC files directly to MASSO G3 Touch over Wi-Fi. The basic idea is that one can send the NC Program to MASSO via a button in the MASSO too… --- ## [Water cooled spindle thermostat](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/water-cooled-spindle-thermostat/3735)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 11:39pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/water-cooled-spindle-thermostat/3735 "2026-07-27T23:39:06Z")
I added a thermostat alarm to my setup, well a long long time ago. I just realized i never wrote about it. It goes back to the if it’s not cool it’s not cooling logic and i have it set for 35°C (95°F). (This unit doesn’… --- ## [Connecting VFD to Sienci Super Longboard](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/connecting-vfd-to-sienci-super-longboard/1282)
**Author:** [@Whnewell](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Whnewell)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 11:40pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/connecting-vfd-to-sienci-super-longboard/1282 "2026-07-25T23:40:01Z")
Has anyone installed the Super Longboard to their VFD? If so, were there any issues in doing so? --- ## [How to install grounding wire?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/how-to-install-grounding-wire/3745)
**Author:** [@MarkLasby](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/MarkLasby)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2026, 12:43pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/how-to-install-grounding-wire/3745 "2026-07-25T12:43:32Z")
Daniel has sent out a few emails about grounding. I ordered a grounding kit to slide inside my dust collector hose consisting of a bare 14 Ga stranded wire and crimp-on connection lugs GROUNDING KIT FOR DUST COLLECTION … --- ## [Dust boot for 2 3/4" slab slayer?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dust-boot-for-2-3-4-slab-slayer/3730)
**Author:** [@MarkLasby](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/MarkLasby)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 7:59pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/dust-boot-for-2-3-4-slab-slayer/3730 "2026-07-24T19:59:23Z")
I have a 1finity Foreman Gen 1 with a 80 mm PwnCNC spindle. I use a PwnCNC V8 dust boot but it is too small for a 2 3/4" dia slab slayer. Does anyone know of a dust boot that is large enough to fit around this bit? --- ## [Field trip report](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/field-trip-report/3743)
**Author:** [@David\_K](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/David_K)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 9:44pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/field-trip-report/3743 "2026-07-22T21:44:04Z")
Our vacation travel plans allowed a visit to PwnCNC in Lowell, AR. The Dominator is shipped from two places; one is the distributor of extruded aluminum, and the other is the Lowell headquarters (the complicated pieces)… --- ## [Masso Settings for Dominator / PwnCNC Tool Forks](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/masso-settings-for-dominator-pwncnc-tool-forks/3741)
**Author:** [@MitchellsWoodwork](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/MitchellsWoodwork)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 11:17pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/masso-settings-for-dominator-pwncnc-tool-forks/3741 "2026-07-21T23:17:19Z")
For anyone using the PwnCNC tool forks with a Masso, if you could post pics of your Masso tool changer settings, I’d sure appreciate it. Thanks! --- ## [Aluminum extrusions and CNC frames](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/aluminum-extrusions-and-cnc-frames/3734)
**Author:** [@peschkaj](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/peschkaj)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 5:57pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/aluminum-extrusions-and-cnc-frames/3734 "2026-07-16T17:57:29Z")
I have a 4th axis rotary and I want to mount it along the Y-axis on my 4x4 Shapeoko 5. In order to protect the headstock from having an unfortunate collision with the cutter or spindle, I plan to mount the headstock outs… --- ## [Gouges on ER20 tool holder cone?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/gouges-on-er20-tool-holder-cone/3732)
**Author:** [@BPSOswego](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/BPSOswego)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2026, 5:30pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/gouges-on-er20-tool-holder-cone/3732 "2026-07-05T17:30:07Z")
I have been using the IDC Woodcraft BEAST roughing bit, cutting a 1/2" deep pocket in some curly maple. I have struggled to settle on feeds and speeds to get the bit to cut the way it does in IDC’s videos. I am getting… --- ## [Is your CNC still earning its space?](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/is-your-cnc-still-earning-its-space/3733)
**Author:** [@Daniel](https://forum.pwncnc.com/u/Daniel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2026, 5:26pm UTC](https://forum.pwncnc.com/t/is-your-cnc-still-earning-its-space/3733 "2026-07-05T17:26:08Z")
A lot of CNC owners start with big plans, but over time the machine can become harder to use than expected. Maybe the router is loud. Maybe the controller feels outdated. Maybe the machine has become unreliable. Mayb… [Next page](https://forum.pwncnc.com/latest.md?page=1)