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LinuxCNC Hardware 2024: Which PCs can be used?

Even if LinuxCNC has pretty low system requirements, not every PC is suitable for controlling a machine. This article explains what else needs to be considered apart from the processor speed and…

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Tutorial: LinuxCNC Autologin & Autostart

To avoid having to log in and start LinuxCNC every time you switch on your machine, it makes sense to automate this. We will show you how to automatically log in to your system and start LinuxCNC as…

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3D Printed Moulds for Drills and Endmills

These 3D printed trays are an easy way to store drills, milling cutters and other small parts. They can be flexibly resized and are therefore suitable for any length. Using the parameter function in F…

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Tutorial: Installing LinuxCNC

Installing LinuxCNC can be a challenge, especially for Linux newcomers. We show you how to install LinuxCNC on your PC in simple steps. Installation options There are 2 ways to install LinuxCNC on a…

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The ultimate Mesa Card Guide for LinuxCNC

Anyone who has studied LinuxCNC will have come across the term "mesa cards". But what are these cards actually and why are they so suitable for self-building or retrofitting a CNC machine? What are…

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How to retrofit an industrial CNC milling machine with LinuxCNC

Industrial CNC milling machines can often be purchased on the second-hand market for a tiny fraction of the original purchase price. The mechanical parts are often still in good condition, making…

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LinuxCNC and its competition-crushing features

There are hundreds of different control software for CNC milling machines and lathes, but one stands out in particular. We will cover why that is and how LinuxCNC has developed over time in this…

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Why realtime matters in CNC machining controllers

If you deal with the topic of CNC control systems long enough, you will inevitably stumble across terms such as real-time and real-time capability of systems. But what do these terms actually mean…

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How a CNC controller works

A controller or control unit is the heart of every CNC machine, whether it is a milling machine, a lathe, a plasma cutter or similar. It's also the part which is changing the most: while the…