# šŸ“› Others **URL:** https://forum.sienci.com/c/mods/other/38.md [Latest](https://forum.sienci.com/latest.md) Ā· [Categories](https://forum.sienci.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the šŸ“› Others category](https://forum.sienci.com/t/about-the-others-category/3510)
**Author:** [@chrismakesstuff](https://forum.sienci.com/u/chrismakesstuff)\ **Replies:** 0
What other mods are you making? Limit switches, spindle & VFD, laser cross-hair, the world is your oyster! --- ## [Mini Numeric Keypad](https://forum.sienci.com/t/mini-numeric-keypad/3112)
**Author:** [@Heyward43](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Heyward43)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/mini-numeric-keypad/3112 "2021-09-18T20:09:04Z")
Hi gang! In case anyone is interested in using the keybinding setup of gSender I ran across this neat numeric keypad on Amazon. I tried the Jelly Comb wireless USB but it didnā€™t have enough keys to cover all of the functā€¦ --- ## [Homing/Limit Switches](https://forum.sienci.com/t/homing-limit-switches/99)
**Author:** [@Heyward43](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Heyward43)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2021, 9:20pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/homing-limit-switches/99 "2021-08-28T21:20:20Z")
Looking for info on homing/limit switches. Did any of you guys with beta units use them? If so what kind did you use and where did you get them? Where/how did you mount them. Personally I think they are a necessity to keā€¦ --- ## [Altmil pick-and-place](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmil-pick-and-place/27285)
**Author:** [@offlanders](https://forum.sienci.com/u/offlanders)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 3:38am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmil-pick-and-place/27285 "2026-10-15T03:38:30Z")
Working with a few Altmills doing something they were not designed for. They are being used as pick-and-place machines that are gluing parts together. I need to get some extra I/O out of the controller, I need a minimuā€¦ --- ## [R8 spindle on Altmill? 500W, 50-2500 rpm for $150?](https://forum.sienci.com/t/r8-spindle-on-altmill-500w-50-2500-rpm-for-150/27093)
**Author:** [@Sweetbob](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Sweetbob)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 11:45pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/r8-spindle-on-altmill-500w-50-2500-rpm-for-150/27093 "2026-09-12T23:45:40Z")
To make room for a new 4x4 Altmill, I got rid of an old 1hp milling machine that I rarely used. A month later, I find myself in need of milling some mild steel. This is less than $150, delivered. Any thoughts on the riā€¦ --- ## [Close loop Upgrade and motors specifications](https://forum.sienci.com/t/close-loop-upgrade-and-motors-specifications/27021)
**Author:** [@fireblade](https://forum.sienci.com/u/fireblade)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2026, 10:11pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/close-loop-upgrade-and-motors-specifications/27021 "2026-08-30T22:11:03Z")
I have A somewhat customised cnc machine that at some point iā€™m looking to move to SLB-EXT and closed loop currently it uses ldo-57sth86-3004a stepper motors, which canā€™t be upgraded so would have to swap out the webshā€¦ --- ## [Relocation of SLB, VFD and wiring](https://forum.sienci.com/t/relocation-of-slb-vfd-and-wiring/26933)
**Author:** [@cncConfusion](https://forum.sienci.com/u/cncConfusion)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2026, 7:24am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/relocation-of-slb-vfd-and-wiring/26933 "2026-08-23T07:24:55Z")
Hey all, just thought Iā€™d share my mods so far. Built a small shelf on back side of my Altmill where I relocated my VFD and SLB to. Rerouted the wiring to the back, replaced the cable chain with a slightly different onā€¦ --- ## [ncSender RGB LED Strip Plug-n-Play](https://forum.sienci.com/t/ncsender-rgb-led-strip-plug-n-play/26959)
**Author:** [@siganberg](https://forum.sienci.com/u/siganberg)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 8:23pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/ncsender-rgb-led-strip-plug-n-play/26959 "2026-08-21T20:23:23Z")
Hereā€™s the demo of my new ncSender RGB LED Strip. Note: This only works with ncSender. If you are using gSender you can try the ncSender. Its complete replacement as long you use latest firmware that release by Sienci. ā€¦ --- ## [DIP Switches CLosedloop Motors Values](https://forum.sienci.com/t/dip-switches-closedloop-motors-values/26786)
**Author:** [@Andlit](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Andlit)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 5:44am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/dip-switches-closedloop-motors-values/26786 "2026-07-27T05:44:51Z")
I use the SLB-EXT controller to operate my closed-loop stepper motors, not the ones from Sienci Labs. Iā€™m looking for the DIP switch settings for the closed-loop motors. In the documentation, I only found the positions oā€¦ --- ## [Implemented find material center in GSender](https://forum.sienci.com/t/implemented-find-material-center-in-gsender/26759)
**Author:** [@iuliancalin](https://forum.sienci.com/u/iuliancalin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 3:05pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/implemented-find-material-center-in-gsender/26759 "2026-07-26T15:05:28Z")
youtube video for demontration purposes, i still have to make a, probing failed if the cancel button is pressed, and ill have to test on my cnc if this is actually working --- ## [Higher Gantry option](https://forum.sienci.com/t/higher-gantry-option/26768)
**Author:** [@fostinoguitars](https://forum.sienci.com/u/fostinoguitars)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 1:18am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/higher-gantry-option/26768 "2026-07-24T01:18:13Z")
I would love to see Altmill offer a a higher gantry clearance as an option. I need a minimum of 6" but would prefer to have 8-10". I would love to be able to make acoustic guitar necks without doing double sided milling.ā€¦ --- ## [Altmill Leg bracket CAD help](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmill-leg-bracket-cad-help/26664)
**Author:** [@cncConfusion](https://forum.sienci.com/u/cncConfusion)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2026, 11:22pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmill-leg-bracket-cad-help/26664 "2026-07-02T23:22:44Z")
Hello all, I am trying to make a bracket to go on the Altmill legs. I have tried modeling it up in Fusion and have gotten very close to what I want but canā€™t quit get it across the line. I have went on Onshape and trieā€¦ --- ## [Tool Length Sensor (TLS) Position on Longmill Mk1 12x30](https://forum.sienci.com/t/tool-length-sensor-tls-position-on-longmill-mk1-12x30/26597)
**Author:** [@webbit\_NJ](https://forum.sienci.com/u/webbit_NJ)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2026, 12:48am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/tool-length-sensor-tls-position-on-longmill-mk1-12x30/26597 "2026-06-24T00:48:23Z")
Hello! Just saw that Sienci now sells a Tool Length Sensor (TLS). I have a good old Longmill Mk1 12x30 unit. Any idea where the best TLS position would be? I am thinking about the Rear Left, bolted/screwed directlyā€¦ --- ## [Soft Grips for ATC Wrenches](https://forum.sienci.com/t/soft-grips-for-atc-wrenches/26486)
**Author:** [@NewsVan](https://forum.sienci.com/u/NewsVan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 7:56pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/soft-grips-for-atc-wrenches/26486 "2026-06-01T19:56:59Z")
Finished setting up the ATC earlier this week. I went ahead and very quickly designed some soft grip handles for the ER20 wrenches that are supplied with the ATC so theyā€™re a little easier on the hands. Printed these in ā€¦ --- ## [Two end switches on Y](https://forum.sienci.com/t/two-end-switches-on-y/6837)
**Author:** [@ToHu](https://forum.sienci.com/u/ToHu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 6:57pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/two-end-switches-on-y/6837 "2026-05-05T18:57:36Z")
Will be a good idea if the Home Cycle support double Y end switch, one on each side. This will compensate for any missing steps. I do use my machine to produce some fixtures and jigs, and the geometry is an important. Iā€¦ --- ## [Laser output on SLB](https://forum.sienci.com/t/laser-output-on-slb/26219)
**Author:** [@Cjohn31875](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Cjohn31875)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 3:00pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/laser-output-on-slb/26219 "2026-04-28T15:00:34Z")
Laser output of the SLB is always 4.8vdc, unless SLB is turned off then of course = 0. I think I changed every eprom setting, adjusted laser power slider, turned off laser control, it doesnā€™t matter laser output = 4.8 --- ## [New - Mini Dogbone Creator Gadget](https://forum.sienci.com/t/new-mini-dogbone-creator-gadget/26259)
**Author:** [@HonestKnifeCo](https://forum.sienci.com/u/HonestKnifeCo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2026, 4:53pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/new-mini-dogbone-creator-gadget/26259 "2026-04-26T16:53:45Z")
Iā€™m making some box joints but want to use a smaller bit for the dogbones to make them less obvious on the finished project. This gadget allows you to use a large bit (example: 1/4") for the main profile then come back ā€¦ --- ## [MK2.5 Closed Loop Motors](https://forum.sienci.com/t/mk2-5-closed-loop-motors/26173)
**Author:** [@Bobi111956](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Bobi111956)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2026, 6:46pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/mk2-5-closed-loop-motors/26173 "2026-04-15T18:46:37Z")
Couple of quick questions here as I just did this upgrade: Do I leave VFD on all the time ? Do I still need to keep z motor energized to avoid spindle movement when not using ? I also recently installed the 1.5 Kw spinā€¦ --- ## [Sharing - Twist Track STL](https://forum.sienci.com/t/sharing-twist-track-stl/25511)
**Author:** [@greg5](https://forum.sienci.com/u/greg5)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 12:23pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/sharing-twist-track-stl/25511 "2026-04-03T12:23:04Z")
Inspired by the twist-in style cable organizers by Sienci, this will twist into the Sienci T-Tracks. There are 3mm slots on the top. I use it to hold vertical acrylic sheets which function as chip guards when cutting alā€¦ --- ## [SLB Riser - More Interior Volume](https://forum.sienci.com/t/slb-riser-more-interior-volume/26035)
**Author:** [@Wolfspaw](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Wolfspaw)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 2:57am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/slb-riser-more-interior-volume/26035 "2026-03-31T02:57:27Z")
I am replacing an ancient HobbyCNC controller with the SLB. The old controller used 6-conductor 18 gauge motor wiring terminated with crimped on ferrules. Trying to get those wires in the SLB was not going to work, so inā€¦ --- ## [LED strip odd behavior Altmill/SLB-EXT - RING works, RAIL is white](https://forum.sienci.com/t/led-strip-odd-behavior-altmill-slb-ext-ring-works-rail-is-white/21973)
**Author:** [@JPlocher](https://forum.sienci.com/u/JPlocher)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 2:50pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/led-strip-odd-behavior-altmill-slb-ext-ring-works-rail-is-white/21973 "2026-03-02T14:50:36Z")
I made up a WS2812B RGB LED strip to connect to my AltMill SLB-EXT, with a capacitor at the strip as recommended. I also set up gSenderā€™s SLB settings for 20 LEDs for both RING and RAIL, and connected a 5v/3A power suppā€¦ --- ## [Laser pointer with cross hairs for setting xy zero](https://forum.sienci.com/t/laser-pointer-with-cross-hairs-for-setting-xy-zero/6722)
**Author:** [@Papabear60](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Papabear60)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 9:32pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/laser-pointer-with-cross-hairs-for-setting-xy-zero/6722 "2026-02-17T21:32:21Z")
Has anyone incorporated a cross hair laser points into the LongMill. I have one, but donā€™t have the ability to write any code to control it. --- ## [Table surface for Altmill mk2](https://forum.sienci.com/t/table-surface-for-altmill-mk2/25597)
**Author:** [@CotonJoe](https://forum.sienci.com/u/CotonJoe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 12:53am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/table-surface-for-altmill-mk2/25597 "2026-02-04T00:53:58Z")
Iā€™m about to pull the trigger on purchase of the mk2 but I want a plan for the table first. I really like the table on the shapeoko 5.1 pro but the open loop weak stepper motors steered me away. I feel silly purchasing aā€¦ --- ## [Auto zero Touch plate compatible between mk2 and altmill?](https://forum.sienci.com/t/auto-zero-touch-plate-compatible-between-mk2-and-altmill/25453)
**Author:** [@soccerjf](https://forum.sienci.com/u/soccerjf)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2026, 11:34pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/auto-zero-touch-plate-compatible-between-mk2-and-altmill/25453 "2026-01-16T23:34:45Z")
Looking at ā€œupgradingā€ to the altmill from my current mk2 and did a quick search with no luck on answering my question re the auto zero touch plate compatibility between the 2 machines . Can I use the mk2 unit with the aā€¦ --- ## [Controlling gSender with a tablet](https://forum.sienci.com/t/controlling-gsender-with-a-tablet/7869)
**Author:** [@gwilki](https://forum.sienci.com/u/gwilki)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2026, 11:37am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/controlling-gsender-with-a-tablet/7869 "2026-01-15T11:37:43Z")
New to me controller for gSender. For quite a while, I had been using a wireless numeric keypad to send the keyboard shortcuts to the Long Mill controller for the gSender functions and for macros that I have written. I ā€¦ --- ## [Closed Loop Stepper Motors speeds](https://forum.sienci.com/t/closed-loop-stepper-motors-speeds/25392)
**Author:** [@SeanH](https://forum.sienci.com/u/SeanH)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2026, 7:58pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/closed-loop-stepper-motors-speeds/25392 "2026-01-09T19:58:05Z")
What is the max speed I can move on the x and y axis if I installed the new closed loop stepper motors on my Longmill MK2. I have already installed the SLB and a spindle, but I feel limited by the x and Y axis speeds beā€¦ --- ## [Water Cooled Spindle - flood relay M8 M9](https://forum.sienci.com/t/water-cooled-spindle-flood-relay-m8-m9/25033)
**Author:** [@Fahnjim](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Fahnjim)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2025, 8:06pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/water-cooled-spindle-flood-relay-m8-m9/25033 "2025-12-14T20:06:15Z")
Hello I have the following system, which I am trying to automate switch for spindle water cooling via the M8 / M9 commands in Gsender. brand new Altmill 4 x 4 SLB-EXT board Gsender 1.5.4 Water cooled spindle - HQD GDZ-ā€¦ --- ## [Ring LED Brightness](https://forum.sienci.com/t/ring-led-brightness/25144)
**Author:** [@marcoose](https://forum.sienci.com/u/marcoose)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2025, 9:32pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/ring-led-brightness/25144 "2025-12-13T21:32:34Z")
Is there any way to control the brightness of the LED ring (or rail) output? Iā€™m quite familiar with LEDs and PWM, but never really gotten into these individually addressable ā€˜pixelā€™ LEDs or WLED. It seems their controā€¦ --- ## [Automatic Z-Probe Touch Plate Sensor](https://forum.sienci.com/t/automatic-z-probe-touch-plate-sensor/25034)
**Author:** [@JAuthement](https://forum.sienci.com/u/JAuthement)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2025, 12:06am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/automatic-z-probe-touch-plate-sensor/25034 "2025-11-25T00:06:24Z")
I am new to the Altmill brand and I just purchased the Altmill 4x4 with the 1.5 spindle. I was looking into the possibility of getting an automatic Z-Probe touch plate sensor but Iā€™m not sure what would be compatible witā€¦ --- ## [Yet another 3rd party Spindle Question](https://forum.sienci.com/t/yet-another-3rd-party-spindle-question/24944)
**Author:** [@OiWoodworks](https://forum.sienci.com/u/OiWoodworks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2025, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/yet-another-3rd-party-spindle-question/24944 "2025-11-14T17:59:25Z")
Hey everyone, Long time lurker first time poster. I am trying to hookup an ER16 LDO spindle kit to my mk2.5 longmill. I have the cables ran, vfd powers on and I am able to manually power the spindle on and select RPM. ā€¦ [Next page](https://forum.sienci.com/c/mods/other/38.md?page=1)