# Guides & Resources **URL:** https://forum.sienci.com/c/resources/12.md [Latest](https://forum.sienci.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.sienci.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the Guides & Resources category](https://forum.sienci.com/t/about-the-guides-resources-category/179)
**Author:** [@chrismakesstuff](https://forum.sienci.com/u/chrismakesstuff)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2019, 1:59am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/about-the-guides-resources-category/179 "2019-11-09T01:59:38Z")
Share tools, makers, or resources that you’ve come across which you feel would be beneficial to the community. Let’s spread some knowledge! --- ## [Hold Down Tip - Contact Cement instead of Super Glue](https://forum.sienci.com/t/hold-down-tip-contact-cement-instead-of-super-glue/2681)
**Author:** [@equal\_lateral](https://forum.sienci.com/u/equal_lateral)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 10:53am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/hold-down-tip-contact-cement-instead-of-super-glue/2681 "2026-09-06T10:53:11Z")
I haven’t seen this suggestion anywhere in all of my clamp and hold down research and trials. I have really started to rely on the superglue/paint method, but the tiny tubes of super glue are super expensive. I work in… --- ## [Best Beginner CNC video Ever](https://forum.sienci.com/t/best-beginner-cnc-video-ever/264)
**Author:** [@GregsReinventions](https://forum.sienci.com/u/GregsReinventions)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2024, 12:20pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/best-beginner-cnc-video-ever/264 "2024-06-10T12:20:01Z")
I found this video and just subbed to his channel. Great video. Its not just for beginners though. Its for everyone. Watch it once to see what he says. Then watch it a second time to hear it. That may sound funny. But th… --- ## [Indexing or Tiling your longer Job](https://forum.sienci.com/t/indexing-or-tiling-your-longer-job/285)
**Author:** [@GregsReinventions](https://forum.sienci.com/u/GregsReinventions)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2023, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/indexing-or-tiling-your-longer-job/285 "2023-12-20T18:15:36Z")
Here is a video about tiling or we calling indexing a longer job on a shorter bed of a cnc machine. I have no idea what machine he is using looks custom built to me. He is using vcarve. You can do the same thing in any o… --- ## [Wood and Using twisted Lumber](https://forum.sienci.com/t/wood-and-using-twisted-lumber/5391)
**Author:** [@GregsReinventions](https://forum.sienci.com/u/GregsReinventions)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 7:06pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/wood-and-using-twisted-lumber/5391 "2022-03-26T19:06:48Z")
Here is a good guide on how to take the twist out of a board with little hassle. Yes you can use this same idea on your longmill. --- ## [Custom Faux Neon Sign for Media Room Crafted with LongMill MK2 CNC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/custom-faux-neon-sign-for-media-room-crafted-with-longmill-mk2-cnc/10826)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2025, 8:26am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/custom-faux-neon-sign-for-media-room-crafted-with-longmill-mk2-cnc/10826 "2025-03-12T08:26:33Z")
Hey there! Scott’s got a simple step-by-step guide on making a cool faux neon sign with flexible LED light strips and acrylic using the LongMill MK2 CNC. Perfect for spicing up our media room! For more information, watc… --- ## [Excellent article on toolpath step over](https://forum.sienci.com/t/excellent-article-on-toolpath-step-over/1948)
**Author:** [@gwilki](https://forum.sienci.com/u/gwilki)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2020, 12:16am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/excellent-article-on-toolpath-step-over/1948 "2020-12-01T00:16:16Z")
This site is chock full of good information, but I came across this article, which was the first for me that explained step over and how best to determine what to set it to. --- ## [Maintaining your Linear Guides](https://forum.sienci.com/t/maintaining-your-linear-guides/2579)
**Author:** [@andy](https://forum.sienci.com/u/andy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2023, 5:30pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/maintaining-your-linear-guides/2579 "2023-01-31T17:30:32Z")
Hi everyone. We’ve added some additional resources for maintaining your LongMill to ensure that your Z-axis linear guides move smoothly for years to come and prevent sticking or seizing. https://sienci.com/dmx-longmill/… --- ## [List of Common Hobby CNC cutting materials](https://forum.sienci.com/t/list-of-common-hobby-cnc-cutting-materials/1743)
**Author:** [@chrismakesstuff](https://forum.sienci.com/u/chrismakesstuff)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2020, 2:54pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/list-of-common-hobby-cnc-cutting-materials/1743 "2020-12-23T14:54:11Z")
Hi all, Happy Tuesday! I’ve been thinking about this for a while and have decided that it’s time to put together a more complete list of materials that your average hobby CNC user might reasonably come to use in their j… --- ## [How do I revert versions in gSender?](https://forum.sienci.com/t/how-do-i-revert-versions-in-gsender/9100)
**Author:** [@StephenCampbell](https://forum.sienci.com/u/StephenCampbell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2023, 5:21pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/how-do-i-revert-versions-in-gsender/9100 "2023-06-19T17:21:24Z")
Hey folks, If you’ve checked out our newest version of gSender, but want to go back to a previous version, here are some helpful steps. You can install a new version without uninstalling the old one. But…there is a fil… --- ## [Build an EPIC Adirondack Chair on Your CNC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/build-an-epic-adirondack-chair-on-your-cnc/6927)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2022, 6:01pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/build-an-epic-adirondack-chair-on-your-cnc/6927 "2022-10-05T18:01:08Z")
Hi folks. We have a special project tutorial video to share by our Content Creator, Scott Saari. Join Scott on this EPIC adventure as he walks us through the long but rewarding process of building your own gorgeous cedar… --- ## [5-Part LongMill V2 Impromptu Assembly Video Series](https://forum.sienci.com/t/5-part-longmill-v2-impromptu-assembly-video-series/707)
**Author:** [@chrismakesstuff](https://forum.sienci.com/u/chrismakesstuff)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 5:11am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/5-part-longmill-v2-impromptu-assembly-video-series/707 "2020-05-18T05:11:44Z")
Hey guys! In case you didn’t see, I’ve just finished putting up a 5-part follow-along video series showing the LongMill V2 assembly process as a supplement to our existing online assembly instructions. Filming these ass… --- ## [Homing and Work Coordinate Systems using Grbl](https://forum.sienci.com/t/homing-and-work-coordinate-systems-using-grbl/98)
**Author:** [@Heyward43](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Heyward43)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2019, 7:06pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/homing-and-work-coordinate-systems-using-grbl/98 "2019-10-10T19:06:12Z")
Guys and Gals, I just posted a YouTube video on Facebook about setting up homing switches and work positioning commands. It is very good. The link to the video is - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61FNml8M3i0&t=120s for … --- ## [Building a Guitar on a CNC - Part 1: Design](https://forum.sienci.com/t/building-a-guitar-on-a-cnc-part-1-design/8210)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2023, 4:25pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/building-a-guitar-on-a-cnc-part-1-design/8210 "2023-03-02T16:25:03Z")
Time to SHRED! We are thrilled to guide you through the entire process of creating your own guitar on your CNC. We’ll provide you with all the files and show you how to change them in Onshape in part one of this project … --- ## [Tutorial & Review: Estlcam Software for CNC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/tutorial-review-estlcam-software-for-cnc/6754)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 9:43pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/tutorial-review-estlcam-software-for-cnc/6754 "2025-04-24T21:43:18Z")
Hey folks! We have an informative video to share by our very own @dehammer (Paul Hammerquist). We understand that finding the perfect CAM software for CNC projects can be difficult as there are many of them and the funct… --- ## [Documentation of Table builds now available in LongMill Resources](https://forum.sienci.com/t/documentation-of-table-builds-now-available-in-longmill-resources/807)
**Author:** [@chrismakesstuff](https://forum.sienci.com/u/chrismakesstuff)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2020, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/documentation-of-table-builds-now-available-in-longmill-resources/807 "2020-04-19T00:20:04Z")
For any of you guys who have yet to make their own table or are looking for other great table ideas, I just finished putting together a whole page filled with table builds designed and built by members in our community! … --- ## [Michael's Dovetail Guide](https://forum.sienci.com/t/michaels-dovetail-guide/9311)
**Author:** [@StephenCampbell](https://forum.sienci.com/u/StephenCampbell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/michaels-dovetail-guide/9311 "2023-07-11T14:36:46Z")
This a guide on how I make dovetail joints on my LongMill. I’m posting it so I don’t forget how to do it and to help others. Even if you have VCarve Pro I think my way offers more freedom to do different sized tails or o… --- ## [CNC is not woodworking? Oh ya? Check this out. Frank Howard uses one to help fix a bowl](https://forum.sienci.com/t/cnc-is-not-woodworking-oh-ya-check-this-out-frank-howard-uses-one-to-help-fix-a-bowl/257)
**Author:** [@GregsReinventions](https://forum.sienci.com/u/GregsReinventions)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 12:09am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/cnc-is-not-woodworking-oh-ya-check-this-out-frank-howard-uses-one-to-help-fix-a-bowl/257 "2019-11-24T00:09:17Z")
Check this video out. Amazing workmanship. This guys sure knows his stuff. And yes you can get this much movement out of your Longmill. I will do a video later on it. I need help with the logistics. --- ## [🛠️ Guide: Setting Up gSender Development on macOS (Apple Silicon)](https://forum.sienci.com/t/guide-setting-up-gsender-development-on-macos-apple-silicon/21222)
**Author:** [@siganberg](https://forum.sienci.com/u/siganberg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2025, 6:37pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/guide-setting-up-gsender-development-on-macos-apple-silicon/21222 "2025-10-23T18:37:39Z")
Hi everyone! If you’re interested in contributing to or customizing gSender, here’s a quick guide to help you set it up for development on macOS with Apple Silicon. These steps are verified and working as of July 2025. … --- ## [CNC Guitar Building Part 1: 3D-Free Approach with 1/4″ Flat Roughing End Mill | VCarve Tutorial](https://forum.sienci.com/t/cnc-guitar-building-part-1-3d-free-approach-with-1-4-flat-roughing-end-mill-vcarve-tutorial/11313)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/cnc-guitar-building-part-1-3d-free-approach-with-1-4-flat-roughing-end-mill-vcarve-tutorial/11313 "2024-02-20T17:17:04Z")
We’re back with another CNC guitar-building series! This time, we’re skipping the 3D models for an easier approach and utilizing our new 1/4″ Extra Long Flat Roughing End Mill – perfect for crafting guitar bodies hassle-… --- ## [How to Change Anti Backlash Blocks on your LongMill](https://forum.sienci.com/t/how-to-change-anti-backlash-blocks-on-your-longmill/9361)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/how-to-change-anti-backlash-blocks-on-your-longmill/9361 "2023-07-19T18:18:01Z")
Hey everyone. In this video, @Dana demonstrates how to remove and replace the Anti-Backlash blocks on your LongMill to optimize the performance of your machine. To learn more, watch the full video linked below. Make sur… --- ## [Understanding bits - up cut, down cut and compression with high speed footage](https://forum.sienci.com/t/understanding-bits-up-cut-down-cut-and-compression-with-high-speed-footage/1259)
**Author:** [@jwoody18](https://forum.sienci.com/u/jwoody18)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/understanding-bits-up-cut-down-cut-and-compression-with-high-speed-footage/1259 "2020-07-18T18:02:52Z")
I found this video quite useful in fully understanding the most popular cutting bits most frequently used for CNC work. It’s especially neat to see the ultra high speed footage of the cutters in action: -J… --- ## [How to Surface Your LongMill Using gSender](https://forum.sienci.com/t/how-to-surface-your-longmill-using-gsender/7796)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2023, 6:36pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/how-to-surface-your-longmill-using-gsender/7796 "2023-01-17T18:36:18Z")
Surfacing is a basic skill all CNC users should learn for flattening materials and your work surface. Now with gSender’s built-in surfacing functionality, users can quickly and easy set up a surfacing job. Link to video… --- ## [Want to not spend a fortune replacing spoilboard material?](https://forum.sienci.com/t/want-to-not-spend-a-fortune-replacing-spoilboard-material/410)
**Author:** [@GregsReinventions](https://forum.sienci.com/u/GregsReinventions)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 10:53pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/want-to-not-spend-a-fortune-replacing-spoilboard-material/410 "2019-12-24T22:53:18Z")
Watch this Video from CNC Nutz. --- ## [Project Tutorial: Wedding Guest Signature Boards on Your CNC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/project-tutorial-wedding-guest-signature-boards-on-your-cnc/6762)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 4:10pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/project-tutorial-wedding-guest-signature-boards-on-your-cnc/6762 "2022-09-15T16:10:35Z")
Good afternoon folks! We have a fantastic project tutorial video by our very own @Dana (Dana Andrews). In this video, Bucky’s Customs shows us how to create wedding guest signature boards on the LongMill. We must ensure … --- ## [Sienci Labs' Youtube Chanel is here](https://forum.sienci.com/t/sienci-labs-youtube-chanel-is-here/65)
**Author:** [@GregsReinventions](https://forum.sienci.com/u/GregsReinventions)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2019, 4:24am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/sienci-labs-youtube-chanel-is-here/65 "2019-05-05T04:24:50Z")
Guys please sticky this I think it will help everyone that wants to get more info about the software your developing and being able to access the videos you produce. --- ## [Making a Wasteboard With PVC Stops for My LongMill MK2](https://forum.sienci.com/t/making-a-wasteboard-with-pvc-stops-for-my-longmill-mk2/8187)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2023, 3:22pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/making-a-wasteboard-with-pvc-stops-for-my-longmill-mk2/8187 "2023-02-28T15:22:57Z")
CNC tutorial time! Follow along with @Dana as he showcases how to make a wasteboard with PVC stops on the LongMill. A wasteboard is highly useful as it prevents ruining your table and router bits. To learn more on how y… --- ## [Enhance Your CNC Projects: Analog vs. Digital Calipers Explained by Dennis Harlock](https://forum.sienci.com/t/enhance-your-cnc-projects-analog-vs-digital-calipers-explained-by-dennis-harlock/14197)
**Author:** [@mollysaynavong](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mollysaynavong)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 3:05pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/enhance-your-cnc-projects-analog-vs-digital-calipers-explained-by-dennis-harlock/14197 "2024-10-16T15:05:39Z")
Hey everyone! Check out Dennis Harlock’s tips on using analog and digital calipers to enhance your CNC projects. For more information, watch the video. Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more CNC videos. … --- ## [Feed and Speed Resource](https://forum.sienci.com/t/feed-and-speed-resource/2127)
**Author:** [@risenbar](https://forum.sienci.com/u/risenbar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2020, 5:58pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/feed-and-speed-resource/2127 "2020-12-31T17:58:12Z")
Not sure if this has been referenced elsewhere, but I found an interesting article which does an excellent job of explaining Speed and Feed for our class of CNC Router. Speeds and Feeds Basic There are also links to a … --- ## [Topographical Relief Carving](https://forum.sienci.com/t/topographical-relief-carving/3595)
**Author:** [@kellyz](https://forum.sienci.com/u/kellyz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2022, 11:11pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/topographical-relief-carving/3595 "2022-09-15T23:11:30Z")
This topographical map is a great stepping stone into 3D relief carving. Using CAMLab, roughing and relief toolpaths were generated, then cut with a ball end mill and tapered end mill. For more intricate terrain carvings… [Next page](https://forum.sienci.com/c/resources/12.md?page=1)