# Latest **URL:** https://forum.sienci.com/latest.md [Latest](https://forum.sienci.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.sienci.com/categories.md) --- ## [Order Status Page](https://forum.sienci.com/t/order-status-page/4876)
**Author:** [@kellyz](https://forum.sienci.com/u/kellyz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2022, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/order-status-page/4876 "2022-01-25T15:09:55Z")
From Andy (originally posted on the Sienci Labs Facebook page): Hey everyone. As we continue to ship more and more orders out, we’ve also experienced increased communication with customers looking for updates on their … --- ## [Correct software for Altmill 4x8 start to finsh, currently running fusion](https://forum.sienci.com/t/correct-software-for-altmill-4x8-start-to-finsh-currently-running-fusion/27160)
**Author:** [@EDC](https://forum.sienci.com/u/EDC)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 11:25pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/correct-software-for-altmill-4x8-start-to-finsh-currently-running-fusion/27160 "2026-09-25T23:25:26Z")
Good evening! Currently awaiting my altmill 4x8 to ship and making sure all my other hardware/software is in place for when it arrives. Currently have a paid subscription to fusion 360 and wanted to try to use that as m… --- ## [Problem using BitZero XYZ probe procedure](https://forum.sienci.com/t/problem-using-bitzero-xyz-probe-procedure/27158)
**Author:** [@davebmck](https://forum.sienci.com/u/davebmck)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 10:33pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/problem-using-bitzero-xyz-probe-procedure/27158 "2026-09-25T22:33:44Z")
I cannot use the Standard Block XYZ probe procedure because my touch plate has a hole in it where the Standard Block requires the bit to be positioned for the initial Z probe, so I am trying to use the BitZero procedure… --- ## [New software called millmage](https://forum.sienci.com/t/new-software-called-millmage/26605)
**Author:** [@Skiidooskiidoo](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Skiidooskiidoo)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 9:02pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/new-software-called-millmage/26605 "2026-09-25T21:02:45Z")
NEW SOFTWARE! IT’S CALLED MILLMAGE. Every one CHECK IT OUT. 100 DOLLARS USD PERPETUAL LICENSE. --- ## [Altmill isn't Altmilling](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmill-isnt-altmilling/27165)
**Author:** [@CrayonEater](https://forum.sienci.com/u/CrayonEater)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 8:25pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmill-isnt-altmilling/27165 "2026-09-25T20:25:33Z")
My Altmill was working fine yesterday, today it isn’t working at all. When I try to run G-code from Vectric Pro, it goes into hold mode and gives me a series of Error 38 messages. If I click Start again, gSender acts a… --- ## [XYZ Probing Setup](https://forum.sienci.com/t/xyz-probing-setup/26778)
**Author:** [@davebmck](https://forum.sienci.com/u/davebmck)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 3:12pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/xyz-probing-setup/26778 "2026-09-25T15:12:49Z")
I’m a UGS user trying to move over to Gsender. The only problem I’m running into is the XYZ probe setup. There isn’t an input field in the standard block setup menu to set the distance the spindle/bit moves after the Z… --- ## [Adding rapid override to Gsender](https://forum.sienci.com/t/adding-rapid-override-to-gsender/27162)
**Author:** [@tacohaha](https://forum.sienci.com/u/tacohaha)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 10:58am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/adding-rapid-override-to-gsender/27162 "2026-09-25T10:58:47Z")
I’m fairly new to my altmill but I’m a CNC machinist by trade. On any machine I’ve worked on there has always been a rapid override dial/button. It’s so incredibly useful especially if you’re not sure if the machine is g… --- ## [Z axis acting up](https://forum.sienci.com/t/z-axis-acting-up/27157)
**Author:** [@Bergees](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Bergees)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 10:57am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/z-axis-acting-up/27157 "2026-09-25T10:57:06Z")
Working with Longmill MK2 . I had to replace the stepper motor on the Z axis. Now when I use the control panel for the up-and-down motions, it will only go down not up when it gets right to the bottom it stalls and I hav… --- ## [Altmill maintenance](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmill-maintenance/27117)
**Author:** [@armypilot](https://forum.sienci.com/u/armypilot)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 2:09am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/altmill-maintenance/27117 "2026-09-25T02:09:14Z")
I was doing my first maintenance on my Altmill and I cannot figure out how to get oil in the lower Z axis linear bearings because if you take the screw out to put oil in all the oil would fall out. I reference the manua… --- ## [Autospin Drama & Fix - In case someone has the same issue](https://forum.sienci.com/t/autospin-drama-fix-in-case-someone-has-the-same-issue/27156)
**Author:** [@Windlasher](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Windlasher)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 7:31pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/autospin-drama-fix-in-case-someone-has-the-same-issue/27156 "2026-09-24T19:31:29Z")
So My Autospin Stopped in the middle of a job. Im glad that it was a test piece so I didnt have to eat an expensive chunk of wood. I emailed support and posted on Facebook because it was the middle of the night to see a… --- ## [Storage under a 4' x 4' altmill](https://forum.sienci.com/t/storage-under-a-4-x-4-altmill/27101)
**Author:** [@Groucho194](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Groucho194)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:20pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/storage-under-a-4-x-4-altmill/27101 "2026-09-24T18:20:57Z")
Does anyone know of /or have plans for good storage drawers and/or cabinets for under an Altmill 4’ x 4’? Any info is much appreciated. Thanks, Mike --- ## [Upper Dust Hose support](https://forum.sienci.com/t/upper-dust-hose-support/27155)
**Author:** [@dgourley07](https://forum.sienci.com/u/dgourley07)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:13pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/upper-dust-hose-support/27155 "2026-09-24T18:13:25Z")
Had to modify my dust hose support after getting the auto dust boot. Tried using the stepper motor cover version and it failed on the first run. I have been using the green dust hose support (not compatable with auto d… --- ## [gSender 1.7.0-Edge-2](https://forum.sienci.com/t/gsender-1-7-0-edge-2/26899)
**Author:** [@KGN](https://forum.sienci.com/u/KGN)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:10pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/gsender-1-7-0-edge-2/26899 "2026-09-24T18:10:57Z")
gSender 1.7.0-Edge-2 is now publicly available for testing. We’ve covered a number of these functions in our recent blog post, and we’re excited to let people use them! You will find a number of new features, improv… --- ## [Still have lines in carve](https://forum.sienci.com/t/still-have-lines-in-carve/27154)
**Author:** [@mike2](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mike2)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 4:03pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/still-have-lines-in-carve/27154 "2026-09-24T16:03:54Z")
O.K. I am still battling with the lines appearingat variousintervals in my carvings. I have done all the maintenance and replacement of parts that i know to do. I have the Longmill mark 1. Could this be the x axis ste… --- ## [Accuracy difference between 4x4 vs 4x8](https://forum.sienci.com/t/accuracy-difference-between-4x4-vs-4x8/27153)
**Author:** [@evanscottcabinet](https://forum.sienci.com/u/evanscottcabinet)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/accuracy-difference-between-4x4-vs-4x8/27153 "2026-09-23T18:56:01Z")
Hello everyone, I had an ancient scm cnc, running bobcad for a while. It never really worked out. After 15 yrs without one, I am looking to get into it again. My question is about accuracy. I really want to get … --- ## [Oramask vs clones](https://forum.sienci.com/t/oramask-vs-clones/27083)
**Author:** [@Jens](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Jens)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 3:29pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/oramask-vs-clones/27083 "2026-09-23T15:29:26Z")
I would like to try out making a sign. The lettering will be vcarved into a flat piece of wood. Amazon has the original Oramask (12"\*10ft for $22.80) but they also carry VViViD masking film that seems to be pretty much … --- ## [Full break-in cycle](https://forum.sienci.com/t/full-break-in-cycle/27147)
**Author:** [@CuttingTheCrapAlex](https://forum.sienci.com/u/CuttingTheCrapAlex)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 7:46pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/full-break-in-cycle/27147 "2026-09-22T19:46:21Z")
Dear Sienci team, The assembly documentation of the Altmill covers a Spindle break-in cycle. However, I saw Garrett from IDC Woodcraft advice a break in cycle for the full range of motion of the Altmill as well in this … --- ## [Park keyboard shortcut not working](https://forum.sienci.com/t/park-keyboard-shortcut-not-working/26492)
**Author:** [@AnthonyK](https://forum.sienci.com/u/AnthonyK)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 7:10pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/park-keyboard-shortcut-not-working/26492 "2026-09-22T19:10:59Z")
Park keyboard shortcut not working. No matter what key I assign to it. Using gSender 1.6.2 --- ## [gSender Plugins - Edge-1.7.0](https://forum.sienci.com/t/gsender-plugins-edge-1-7-0/26909)
**Author:** [@KGN](https://forum.sienci.com/u/KGN)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 3:41pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/gsender-plugins-edge-1-7-0/26909 "2026-09-22T15:41:21Z")
The plugin system is available for testing as of 1.7.0-Edge-1. Plugins are a flexible system that lets both us and the community at large develop standalone tools to be used within gSender outside the bounds of the norm… --- ## [LongMill MK3 Board Inquiry](https://forum.sienci.com/t/longmill-mk3-board-inquiry/27069)
**Author:** [@Derekh1979](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Derekh1979)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 1:55am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/longmill-mk3-board-inquiry/27069 "2026-09-22T01:55:21Z")
How can I find out if the new board for the Longmill MK3 30 x 30 supports ethernet connection? Super excited and would like to have everything there and ready for when the unit arrives. Thanks everyone. --- ## [Terrain Experiments - and a Y Axis glitch?](https://forum.sienci.com/t/terrain-experiments-and-a-y-axis-glitch/27144)
**Author:** [@elbarsal](https://forum.sienci.com/u/elbarsal)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 8:58pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/terrain-experiments-and-a-y-axis-glitch/27144 "2026-09-21T20:58:02Z")
I have been experimenting with exporting topographic maps for carving (ultimately I want to carve mountains and then laser etch ski tracks onto them). Anyway, I was playing with some reclaimed pine, and ran a decent cle… --- ## [Lines in carving gcode](https://forum.sienci.com/t/lines-in-carving-gcode/27125)
**Author:** [@mike2](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mike2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/lines-in-carving-gcode/27125 "2026-09-21T20:54:30Z")
Usually when this happens it is machine maintenance. I change the delryn wheels on my longmill mark 1. So I did perform machine maintenance and still have a line or two appearing ever so slightly. Could this be in the… --- ## [Hollow carve for big wooden ball](https://forum.sienci.com/t/hollow-carve-for-big-wooden-ball/27140)
**Author:** [@CuttingTheCrapAlex](https://forum.sienci.com/u/CuttingTheCrapAlex)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 5:41pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/hollow-carve-for-big-wooden-ball/27140 "2026-09-21T17:41:01Z")
Hi ya’ll, Looking for some advice on how to approach a project i’m thinking of making. Which software would you recommend for the design? Would this be possible in MillMage or similar? Or better in Fusion or the like? … --- ## [Vortex Over Rotation](https://forum.sienci.com/t/vortex-over-rotation/26718)
**Author:** [@Lumberparty](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Lumberparty)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 2:25am UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/vortex-over-rotation/26718 "2026-09-21T02:25:18Z")
Closed loop vortex on altmill current gsender. Vortex is rotating about 8x as much as it needs to. Cuts then keeps spinning forever before stepping over. --- ## [AutoZero touch plate not working](https://forum.sienci.com/t/autozero-touch-plate-not-working/27120)
**Author:** [@Dean](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Dean)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 11:14pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/autozero-touch-plate-not-working/27120 "2026-09-20T23:14:12Z")
I would like to know how to use the AutoZero touch plate. So I watched a video on how to do it. After trying to use it nothing happened. I am assuming you need to attach the plug to the Sienci control board to the pro… --- ## [gSender v1.6.4 - Release Thread](https://forum.sienci.com/t/gsender-v1-6-4-release-thread/26189)
**Author:** [@KGN](https://forum.sienci.com/u/KGN)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/gsender-v1-6-4-release-thread/26189 "2026-09-20T19:21:02Z")
gSender 1.6.3 After several months of Edge releases, testing, and community feedback, gSender 1.6.3 is here. This release represents a large step forward for gSender. Much of the work throughout the Edge cycle focuse… --- ## [Huanyang VFD bracket for Altmill Mk2 (3D printed)](https://forum.sienci.com/t/huanyang-vfd-bracket-for-altmill-mk2-3d-printed/27142)
**Author:** [@asoli](https://forum.sienci.com/u/asoli)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/huanyang-vfd-bracket-for-altmill-mk2-3d-printed/27142 "2026-09-20T16:39:11Z")
I didn’t find a mounting bracket for Huanyang HY series to the Altmill similar to the how the official VFD is mounted from Sienci Labs, so I designed one. This one was designed for Huanyang VFD (HY Series, 1.5kw air-coo… --- ## [Simple Box Gadget for Vectric](https://forum.sienci.com/t/simple-box-gadget-for-vectric/27051)
**Author:** [@gremlin](https://forum.sienci.com/u/gremlin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 3:59pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/simple-box-gadget-for-vectric/27051 "2026-09-20T15:59:12Z")
I’ve been working on several modifications to the Vectric Box Gadget and have ended up creating a fork of the project, so if anyones looking for a quick and easy way to create either dovetailed or finger jointed boxes in… --- ## [LongMill MK3 30x30 EXCITEMENT](https://forum.sienci.com/t/longmill-mk3-30x30-excitement/27097)
**Author:** [@Derekh1979](https://forum.sienci.com/u/Derekh1979)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 1:40pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/longmill-mk3-30x30-excitement/27097 "2026-09-20T13:40:37Z")
SO EXCITED!!! I picked up my Longmill MK3 30x30 today… Can’t wait to get this setup and running… --- ## [Profile Cut Nested inside a Rabbet](https://forum.sienci.com/t/profile-cut-nested-inside-a-rabbet/27130)
**Author:** [@mpo881](https://forum.sienci.com/u/mpo881)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 1:34pm UTC](https://forum.sienci.com/t/profile-cut-nested-inside-a-rabbet/27130 "2026-09-20T13:34:59Z")
I am attempting to cut a profile that is nested inside a rabbet for the purpose of mounting a Rockler Router Router Plate. My first instinct was to cut the rabbet and then follow that up with the profile cut for the tabl… [Next page](https://forum.sienci.com/latest.md?page=1)