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**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 9:45pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/5-42-testers-needed/6603 "2026-09-22T21:45:55Z")
Hi all! We’re working two new exciting things: A new Centroid profile based on 5.42 (their latest release) and we have a new backup and restore utility that makes moving profiles WAY easier than it used to be. If anyone… --- ## [Welcome to the Avid CNC forums!](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/welcome-to-the-avid-cnc-forums/25)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2022, 1:35am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/welcome-to-the-avid-cnc-forums/25 "2022-08-18T01:35:43Z")
Welcome to the Avid CNC community forum! We at Avid CNC have long known that we have an incredibly diverse and passionate user base. From aerospace to maker spaces the breadth of experience in our community is unmatched. … --- ## [Router profile 5.4 0 r0 u32 questions](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/router-profile-5-4-0-r0-u32-questions/6549)
**Author:** [@JeffsDesign](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/JeffsDesign)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/router-profile-5-4-0-r0-u32-questions/6549 "2026-09-22T18:55:03Z")
Well I install the new profile soon after Eric’s announcement and I am stuck on work surface calibration this screen pops up and then I get booted out after pressing cycle start. Need help!! I’ve tried the ATC setup … --- ## [Opt Laser - 15 Watt Laser System](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-laser-15-watt-laser-system/6499)
**Author:** [@ckporto123](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/ckporto123)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 11:23pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/opt-laser-15-watt-laser-system/6499 "2026-09-21T23:23:03Z")
Hello Folks: I really do not use this, and it hogs ATC rack space. I’d like to let it go for $1,090, but looking for a best offer. I’ll pack you pay shipping. Pretty easy to install. Thanks --- ## [Seattle - $15,000 - 5' x 16' Avid Pro with vacuum table, dust collection, + extras](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/seattle-15-000-5-x-16-avid-pro-with-vacuum-table-dust-collection-extras/6409)
**Author:** [@corom](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/corom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/seattle-15-000-5-x-16-avid-pro-with-vacuum-table-dust-collection-extras/6409 "2026-09-21T20:09:03Z")
Selling my 5’ x 16’ Avid CNC Pro. Located in Seattle area. $15,000 for everything listed below. The machine can be shortened to any length. The 16’ length was for full sheet + offcut work — you don’t have to want a mach… --- ## [Need Help Configuring Mach 4 on OTK Retrofit on AVID/ESS](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/need-help-configuring-mach-4-on-otk-retrofit-on-avid-ess/6595)
**Author:** [@foamer](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/foamer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 4:11pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/need-help-configuring-mach-4-on-otk-retrofit-on-avid-ess/6595 "2026-09-21T16:11:16Z")
I removed the router head from my 2017 AVID (CNC Router Parts) 4896 Pro ESS NEMA 23 3/8" shaft router, which I use to cut foam (www.houstoncustomfoam.com ). I installed the Ecocam EOT-4 cutter head, the 4th controller fo… --- ## [Fort Lauderdale, FL | Technician Needed for New Build](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/fort-lauderdale-fl-technician-needed-for-new-build/6585)
**Author:** [@MrDrShogie](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/MrDrShogie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 2:28pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/fort-lauderdale-fl-technician-needed-for-new-build/6585 "2026-09-20T14:28:29Z")
Hello friends, I am seeking a technician who can finish our PRO4896 4’ x 8’ CNC Router Machine build. I am located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. If you are interested or know anyone who might be able to help, please let me kno… --- ## [What happened to slab Slayer](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/what-happened-to-slab-slayer/6592)
**Author:** [@cobymcconnell](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/cobymcconnell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 7:08pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/what-happened-to-slab-slayer/6592 "2026-09-18T19:08:44Z")
I went to use Slab Slayer today, and I got a 404 error code. What a great tool! If nobody has used it before, it was fantastic for flattening slabs,s and now I can’t seem to find it. Is it down for good or just temporary… --- ## [Atc tool bin error](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/atc-tool-bin-error/6491)
**Author:** [@Bstanga](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Bstanga)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 4:58pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/atc-tool-bin-error/6491 "2026-09-18T16:58:53Z")
I can’t seem to get past this tool bin error everything ran fine yesterday I actually completed a multi-tool job and it worked perfect I turn the machine on today until 5:00 is currently in the spindle but it won’t let m… --- ## [Tool Height Setter - Replacement plastic cover or STL file needed](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/tool-height-setter-replacement-plastic-cover-or-stl-file-needed/6589)
**Author:** [@SunCItyJim](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/SunCItyJim)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 4:27pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/tool-height-setter-replacement-plastic-cover-or-stl-file-needed/6589 "2026-09-18T16:27:57Z")
Our tool height setter’s plastic cover is damaged and needs to be replaced … Where can I source one, or better yet, has anyone made a 3d printed one? --- ## [Workholding Full 4x8' Plywood on 48120?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/workholding-full-4x8-plywood-on-48120/6578)
**Author:** [@gspeasl](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/gspeasl)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 3:54pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/workholding-full-4x8-plywood-on-48120/6578 "2026-09-17T15:54:32Z")
Hindsight being 20/20, I now realize I should’ve got a 60120 as it would’ve given me more options for holding a full 4x8’ sheet of plywood! What are some options people have come up with that doesn’t involve a vacuum tab… --- ## [Cnc beginner and considering avid](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/cnc-beginner-and-considering-avid/6532)
**Author:** [@alj01222](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/alj01222)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 12:00am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/cnc-beginner-and-considering-avid/6532 "2026-09-17T00:00:27Z")
I’m a new Cnc user that’s considering buying a Onefinity 4x4 foreman or avid 4896. How’s the support for begginers ? Any thoughtS --- ## [Large sheet track saw cutting table (insp. by Vario)](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/large-sheet-track-saw-cutting-table-insp-by-vario/4423)
**Author:** [@Kosh](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Kosh)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 6:37am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/large-sheet-track-saw-cutting-table-insp-by-vario/4423 "2026-09-16T06:37:37Z")
As promised to @Corbin , here are pictures of the track saw cutting table that I now use for large sheets. Not my idea! Inspired by SauterShop Vario, but while theirs is sized to replace a Festool MFT top, mine is 3 fee… --- ## [WTB 4x8 or larger in Pacific NW](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/wtb-4x8-or-larger-in-pacific-nw/6584)
**Author:** [@Johander](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/Johander)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 6:30pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/wtb-4x8-or-larger-in-pacific-nw/6584 "2026-09-15T18:30:12Z")
If its within 6 driving hrs of Seattle please reach out. I finally have some space! --- ## [Issue with AV 40S](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/issue-with-av-40s/6239)
**Author:** [@MBergeron](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/MBergeron)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 11:14am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/issue-with-av-40s/6239 "2026-09-15T11:14:52Z")
I have an issue with my AV40s spindle. While it is cutting and or warming up the light comes on white like you can change the tool. It is intermittent not sure what is triggering it. Not sure how to attach video. --- ## [Z axis crashing into touch probe - why?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/z-axis-crashing-into-touch-probe-why/6581)
**Author:** [@AlwaysLearning](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/AlwaysLearning)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/z-axis-crashing-into-touch-probe-why/6581 "2026-09-14T14:18:23Z")
After homing the machine, I jog X, Y, and Z to near the corner of my 19mm thick MDF part. I then position the TP on the corner of the part and connect the magnet to the 12.7mm end mill. At this point, I like to pick up… --- ## [If there was one thing you could change?](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/if-there-was-one-thing-you-could-change/4683)
**Author:** [@nateD](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/nateD)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 5:27pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/if-there-was-one-thing-you-could-change/4683 "2026-09-10T17:27:00Z")
I’m just getting my foot in the door on the Avid CNC world. I’ve been watching video’s with them for years, but I’m about make the jump into buying a new one in the next few weeks or months. For the experienced owners … --- ## [Upgrade / Wizard](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/upgrade-wizard/6570)
**Author:** [@24.M](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/24.M)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 12:11am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/upgrade-wizard/6570 "2026-09-09T00:11:01Z")
Hi Guys, just a question, before upgrading to the next newer version of cnc12 there is the option to print the Wizard to a file by press control P, the print to pdf shows up and i press print, it is not asking me where… --- ## [Drawbar-up sensor (INP33) causing false "A Tool is in the spindle" aborts](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/drawbar-up-sensor-inp33-causing-false-a-tool-is-in-the-spindle-aborts/6550)
**Author:** [@tmarshall](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/tmarshall)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 11:19pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/drawbar-up-sensor-inp33-causing-false-a-tool-is-in-the-spindle-aborts/6550 "2026-09-08T23:19:48Z")
Hi, I just recently got my ATC system up and running, and for the first couple days everything was working fine, then I started getting an error when trying to do a spindle change. This is my configuration: Acorn Rou… --- ## [Rust on Spindle AV40s](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/rust-on-spindle-av40s/6489)
**Author:** [@joshrbannon](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/joshrbannon)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 10:26pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/rust-on-spindle-av40s/6489 "2026-09-08T22:26:25Z")
Hello, I’ve had this cnc for about 10 months, and I am noticing rust on the bottom of the spindle and black spots on the inside of the spindle. How can I go about cleaning this and preventing this in the future? I did… --- ## [RM70C ATC set up Corbin macros](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/rm70c-atc-set-up-corbin-macros/6537)
**Author:** [@meangreen619](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/meangreen619)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 7:49pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/rm70c-atc-set-up-corbin-macros/6537 "2026-09-08T19:49:27Z")
I am setting up my CNC depot RM70C on my new EX controller and am a bit confused about acorn configuration. Hopefully someone that has traveled this road has some insight they could share. Machine is a PRO60120 with a f… --- ## [Machine static issue](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/machine-static-issue/6562)
**Author:** [@TATTOOARTIST30](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/TATTOOARTIST30)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 7:26pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/machine-static-issue/6562 "2026-09-08T19:26:58Z")
Hey everyone, I finished setting up my machine last week and I’ve been cutting a lot of HDPE. I’m running into random, unexpected mismatches in my parts, and I suspect static discharge is interfering with the stepper si… --- ## [Air Cutting above work piece](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/air-cutting-above-work-piece/6567)
**Author:** [@palizam3](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/palizam3)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 6:59pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/air-cutting-above-work-piece/6567 "2026-09-08T18:59:16Z")
Hello, I am just getting my machine up and it looks to be working great. However, everything I try to cut is cutting well above the work piece. I tried to upload the Fusion file but it wont let me, happy to share it. … --- ## [PC Tuner doesn't fire from profile manger](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/pc-tuner-doesnt-fire-from-profile-manger/6566)
**Author:** [@rockstarsmurf](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/rockstarsmurf)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 11:49am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/pc-tuner-doesnt-fire-from-profile-manger/6566 "2026-09-08T11:49:55Z")
I recently cleaned of my computer and reloaded the AVID profile manger and ever since it has not been able to fire the pc tuner directly from manager. It isn’t a huge deal because I have the shortcut on my desktop an… --- ## [Aux Box Case Pressure Outlet](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/aux-box-case-pressure-outlet/6565)
**Author:** [@docrawfo](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/docrawfo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 11:49am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/aux-box-case-pressure-outlet/6565 "2026-09-08T11:49:26Z")
With the new aux box on a generic ATC spindle, is there a way to have the case pressure stay on for an extra 5 seconds after the spindle is turned off? This lets the chip dust settle before depressurizing the case. On m… --- ## [Air cutting above stock](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/air-cutting-above-stock/3795)
**Author:** [@dalcassian](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/dalcassian)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 1:58am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/air-cutting-above-stock/3795 "2026-09-08T01:58:13Z")
I’m still somewhat new, but have a fairly good understanding. I have been frustrated by the fact that no matter how I set the program, the CNC still thinks the stock is twice the height. I use the touchplate to zero ev… --- ## [Centroid tool library](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/centroid-tool-library/6564)
**Author:** [@PaulC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/PaulC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 10:15pm UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/centroid-tool-library/6564 "2026-09-07T22:15:30Z")
I am running on 5.24 u1 ( I think ). I have gotten my rapid change to work, 200 tool changes no hints of failure. Now I am looking at the 8 sockets wishing that I had more. Its not that I need more than 8 tools for a giv… --- ## [J-tech 44 Watt Laser Install on a AVID CNC Pro- Who has done it and how hard is it to make it work](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/j-tech-44-watt-laser-install-on-a-avid-cnc-pro-who-has-done-it-and-how-hard-is-it-to-make-it-work/6561)
**Author:** [@DCCOnline](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/DCCOnline)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 11:51am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/j-tech-44-watt-laser-install-on-a-avid-cnc-pro-who-has-done-it-and-how-hard-is-it-to-make-it-work/6561 "2026-09-07T11:51:35Z")
J-tech 44 Watt Laser Install on a AVID CNC Pro- Who has done it and how hard is it to make it work… --- ## [Open Web Isogrid](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/open-web-isogrid/6112)
**Author:** [@petermccloud](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/petermccloud)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 12:25am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/open-web-isogrid/6112 "2026-09-06T00:25:15Z")
I’ve posted about making aluminum isogrid cylinders before, but I recently finished a variation with no skin and open webs. The real trick with this was that we wanted to machine the inside of the cylinder. That was acco… --- ## [Plasma Cut mounting system for the lathe](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/plasma-cut-mounting-system-for-the-lathe/6558)
**Author:** [@da-kengineer-meister](https://forum.avidcnc.com/u/da-kengineer-meister)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.avidcnc.com/t/plasma-cut-mounting-system-for-the-lathe/6558 "2026-09-06T00:20:35Z")
The machine I purchased from CNC Router Parts / AVID CNC is approaching 8 years old and it is still going strong. With all the projects for myself, friends and neighbors this machine runs every weekend and often picks u… [Next page](https://forum.avidcnc.com/latest.md?page=1)