# Apprentice Series (Gen 2) **URL:** https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/c/apprentice/192.md [Latest](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the Apprentice Series (Gen 2) category](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/about-the-apprentice-series-gen-2-category/36572)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 11:24pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/about-the-apprentice-series-gen-2-category/36572 "2026-07-24T23:24:21Z")
Introducing The All New APPRENTICE Series by Onefinity CNC Introducing The All New APPRENTICE Series by Onefinity CNC. The affordable CNC machine perfect for makers just starting out with CNC routers. Starting at $995 U… --- ## [Software Version 1.6.3 with Apprentice](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/software-version-1-6-3-with-apprentice/39366)
**Author:** [@markpc](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/markpc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2026, 2:23pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/software-version-1-6-3-with-apprentice/39366 "2026-07-22T14:23:17Z")
I updatedthe software to 1.6.3 to try and resolve the homing bug. Well, now I can't get the machine to home for any of the axis. I have tried adjusting the spindle motor setting for all 3 and nothing is working. Any hin… --- ## [Trouble with post processors](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/trouble-with-post-processors/39246)
**Author:** [@Marblebuck](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Marblebuck)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2026, 1:48pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/trouble-with-post-processors/39246 "2026-07-02T13:48:34Z")
I have a Gen2 Journeyman. I have always used Vectric VCarve. Vectric wants to install Onefinity RealTime RTSX as the post-processor. That does not work or seem correct. Does anyone reading this use Vectric and can tell … --- ## [Setting Apprentice Park Position After TP Execution](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/setting-apprentice-park-position-after-tp-execution/39231)
**Author:** [@Jkelly0325](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Jkelly0325)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2026, 6:22pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/setting-apprentice-park-position-after-tp-execution/39231 "2026-06-29T18:22:42Z")
Need Help To Understand Issue Trying to understand why this is not working properly. After completing a TP I want the spindle to go to a park position G53 X210 Y400. Machine has been properly homed. Below examples hav… --- ## [Gen2 journeyman won't home](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/gen2-journeyman-wont-home/39227)
**Author:** [@Marblebuck](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Marblebuck)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2026, 4:07pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/gen2-journeyman-wont-home/39227 "2026-06-28T16:07:56Z")
I have been working around the machine. Not using it. When I try to home it the X axis only will move a little from the center. If I run it to the right side and then home the machine the X axis will go to zero and th… --- ## [Homing all is a hit or miss](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/homing-all-is-a-hit-or-miss/38733)
**Author:** [@RoostersWay](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/RoostersWay)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2026, 4:38pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/homing-all-is-a-hit-or-miss/38733 "2026-06-19T16:38:02Z")
Hi all, when I hit Home All, it does not always work, Sometimes 2 out 3 axis work, sometimes only 1. Anybody else experiencing this. --- ## [Can I use the Onefinity Rotary with the Apprentice? (FAQ)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/can-i-use-the-onefinity-rotary-with-the-apprentice-faq/36722)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/can-i-use-the-onefinity-rotary-with-the-apprentice-faq/36722 "2026-06-02T12:10:56Z")
Can I use the Onefinity Rotary with the Onefinity CNC Apprentice? The Apprentice was designed as an entry level CNC router that would be affordable to the most users. It is compact in size which allows it to fit on a co… --- ## [Build quality is great](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/build-quality-is-great/38601)
**Author:** [@RoostersWay](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/RoostersWay)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 4:27am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/build-quality-is-great/38601 "2026-05-19T04:27:05Z")
I recieved my Apprentice yesterday, and I must say I’m very impressed by the build quality. This is a robust machine, I have got it mounted but still doing some tweaking. Will update more soon. --- ## [Let the carving begin (apprentice)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/let-the-carving-begin-apprentice/38663)
**Author:** [@RoostersWay](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/RoostersWay)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2026, 11:36pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/let-the-carving-begin-apprentice/38663 "2026-05-17T23:36:55Z")
I have got it all set up. I surfaced the spoil board and then added a 1/4" delrin Fixture plate, that’s the way I had it on my previous 2 machines. I didn’t like the cabling coming out the front so I re-routed it out the… --- ## [Apprentice setups (show off your setup!)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/apprentice-setups-show-off-your-setup/38681)
**Author:** [@gad5264](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/gad5264)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 11:26pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/apprentice-setups-show-off-your-setup/38681 "2026-05-15T23:26:38Z")
Please show me your Apprentice table and machine setups for some inspiration. --- ## [Using Ubuntu Linux on a laptop to run RTS-X for Linux](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/using-ubuntu-linux-on-a-laptop-to-run-rts-x-for-linux/38618)
**Author:** [@markpc](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/markpc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 5:13am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/using-ubuntu-linux-on-a-laptop-to-run-rts-x-for-linux/38618 "2026-05-14T05:13:05Z")
I have just set up my Batch 3 Apprentice and connected my Ubuntu Linux laptop with the RTS-X for linux (64bit). The application loads and provides basic information about the system, allows me to jog the spindle around, … --- ## [WCS zero outside of MCS zero](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/wcs-zero-outside-of-mcs-zero/38097)
**Author:** [@ColinW](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/ColinW)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/wcs-zero-outside-of-mcs-zero/38097 "2026-04-07T18:15:34Z")
I’m just starting my CNC journey with the Onefinity Apprentice. I’ve deliberately set my spoilboard size bigger than the machine operating window by the diameter of my surfacing bit (25.4mm) So spoilboard is 444x444 mm … --- ## [Delays, delays and delays](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/delays-delays-and-delays/38043)
**Author:** [@fip\_nc](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/fip_nc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2026, 1:11am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/delays-delays-and-delays/38043 "2026-04-01T01:11:19Z")
Has anyone got your apprentice yet? I ordered a batch 2, should be “late feb” but latest update was “production start on mid April”. I couldnt find a single person using an apprentice either on tiktok, youtube or instagr… --- ## ["Slight" Delay Apprentice](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/slight-delay-apprentice/38003)
**Author:** [@cryonaut](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/cryonaut)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 12:05am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/slight-delay-apprentice/38003 "2026-03-28T00:05:54Z")
Today’s production update mentions a slight delay. I guess you could call it a slight delay from the previous delay. Overall they’re more than a month delayed at this point. I have little hope there won’t be more delays … --- ## [Post Processor Carvco](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/post-processor-carvco/37910)
**Author:** [@joshuadeaver](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/joshuadeaver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2026, 1:41pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/post-processor-carvco/37910 "2026-03-17T13:41:23Z")
What post processor will be used for the Apprentice series machine using Carveco? Also what one is needed for Fusion 360? --- ## [Apprentice Spindle communication Error](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/apprentice-spindle-communication-error/37883)
**Author:** [@g00se](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/g00se)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 1:22pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/apprentice-spindle-communication-error/37883 "2026-03-16T13:22:31Z")
Hey peeps. I’m totally new here. Just got the new apprentice with a redline controller and 65mm spindle. Got everything together and was getting the error 14 code, double checked that i was powering up the vfd first and … --- ## [Router bolt pattern Z slider bolt size?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/router-bolt-pattern-z-slider-bolt-size/37848)
**Author:** [@cjthom12](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/cjthom12)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 8:24pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/router-bolt-pattern-z-slider-bolt-size/37848 "2026-03-14T20:24:27Z")
Hello, I just received my Apprentice yesterday and I’ve been super excited to get started. This thing is a LOT beefier than i expected and seems like good value for someone like me who just wants to try this out. The on… --- ## [Initial impression of the Apprentice. (Onefinity Apprentice VS. Sainsmart 4040 Pro)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/initial-impression-of-the-apprentice-onefinity-apprentice-vs-sainsmart-4040-pro/37846)
**Author:** [@dgfidler](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/dgfidler)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2026, 10:06am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/initial-impression-of-the-apprentice-onefinity-apprentice-vs-sainsmart-4040-pro/37846 "2026-03-13T10:06:48Z")
I just received my Apprentice. I was in batch one. I also have a Sainsmart 4040 Pro. I think the Apprentice is +1 inch on each axis and both are based upon tubular construction. In my mind, I expected the two machine… --- ## [QCW for Apprentice?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/qcw-for-apprentice/37164)
**Author:** [@Dan203](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Dan203)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 3:15am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/qcw-for-apprentice/37164 "2026-03-11T03:15:02Z")
Is there going to be a QCW base for the Apprentice? I was originally looking at the Elite Gen 2 Woodworker, but after reading and measuring I think it’s just a little too big for my space. (33” machine turns into 48x52 w… --- ## [Closed loop motors for the apprentice?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/closed-loop-motors-for-the-apprentice/37327)
**Author:** [@Cncrabbit](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Cncrabbit)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 9:18pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/closed-loop-motors-for-the-apprentice/37327 "2026-03-05T21:18:51Z")
Hi, noting that closed loop motors are on the elite series, will closed loop be offered for the apprentice as an option? Thanks. --- ## [USB drive Thumb drive](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/usb-drive-thumb-drive/37660)
**Author:** [@Hammerhahn](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Hammerhahn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 9:17pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/usb-drive-thumb-drive/37660 "2026-03-05T21:17:45Z")
Will I be able to transfer files from my desktop via thumb drive to the controller on the apprentice? Does the controller have a gcode sender? I think I’m asking that correctly --- ## [Can a third party 4th axis be used?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/can-a-third-party-4th-axis-be-used/37399)
**Author:** [@Cncrabbit](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Cncrabbit)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2026, 5:02am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/can-a-third-party-4th-axis-be-used/37399 "2026-03-03T05:02:03Z")
Hi, wondering if something like a genmitsu 4th axis can be used or modded to work with redline, given that onefinity does not have its own for the Apprentice? --- ## [We are milling some brass belt buckles with Realtime Windows software on the Apprentice!](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/we-are-milling-some-brass-belt-buckles-with-realtime-windows-software-on-the-apprentice/37717)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/we-are-milling-some-brass-belt-buckles-with-realtime-windows-software-on-the-apprentice/37717 "2026-03-02T19:20:32Z")
Milling brass belt buckles on our apprentice using the Realtime cnc software on our windows desktop. So crisp and clean! Using the 60 degree groovey Jenny. --- ## [Is the Redline controller manual incorrect for apprentices](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/is-the-redline-controller-manual-incorrect-for-apprentices/37437)
**Author:** [@taliaferrohtaylor](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/taliaferrohtaylor)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2026, 6:14pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/is-the-redline-controller-manual-incorrect-for-apprentices/37437 "2026-03-01T18:14:41Z")
Am I wrong that the Redline controller manual posted for the apprentice is not correct. It seems to focus on the HMI and closed loop performance. Will there be additional information? --- ## [Is there an option to add the 15" HMI Screen for the Apprentice](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/is-there-an-option-to-add-the-15-hmi-screen-for-the-apprentice/37169)
**Author:** [@NFR080](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/NFR080)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2026, 6:14pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/is-there-an-option-to-add-the-15-hmi-screen-for-the-apprentice/37169 "2026-03-01T18:14:14Z")
I would like to get the 15” HMI screen for the apprentice. is there an option somewhere on the onefinity site. to purchase it? Not sure how to ad the Raspberry Pi software to my laptop. --- ## [Onefinity CNC Apprentice Series Assembly & Installation (FAQ)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/onefinity-cnc-apprentice-series-assembly-installation-faq/37707)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/onefinity-cnc-apprentice-series-assembly-installation-faq/37707 "2026-03-01T18:02:07Z")
--- ## [Wi-Fi interface](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/wi-fi-interface/37538)
**Author:** [@taliaferrohtaylor](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/taliaferrohtaylor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2026, 6:24pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/wi-fi-interface/37538 "2026-02-25T18:24:05Z")
I haven’t seen it mentioned but, I can wish Is there a WiFi interface between the apprentice no-HMI controller and computer or is it entirely USB? --- ## [Configure Apprentice, controller and laptop](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/configure-apprentice-controller-and-laptop/36914)
**Author:** [@taliaferrohtaylor](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/taliaferrohtaylor)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 7:38pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/configure-apprentice-controller-and-laptop/36914 "2026-01-28T19:38:10Z")
New to CNC but not to computers. The controller that is used with the Apprentice CNC has no display and must be used with a computer. I would like to use a laptop as the human interface. I would also use that laptop wit… --- ## [RST1 file not updating](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/rst1-file-not-updating/37239)
**Author:** [@NFR080](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/NFR080)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2026, 9:12pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/rst1-file-not-updating/37239 "2026-01-20T21:12:23Z")
I bought and set up Raspberry Pi 5 and downloaded the RTS-X software from the Realtime CNC site for Apprentice, extracted the files from RTS1.1.2.2.tar.gz into the RTS1 folder. Plugged the USB into the Pi 5, no update sc… --- ## [System Requirements for Redline Realtime Motion Controller](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/system-requirements-for-redline-realtime-motion-controller/36810)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2025, 9:13pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/system-requirements-for-redline-realtime-motion-controller/36810 "2025-12-08T21:13:52Z")
If you are not using the HMI to controller your Redline Realtime Motion controller for your Gen 2 Elite or Apprentice Onefinity CNC machines, these are the minimum specs for a PC/Laptop to run the software: Lower End… [Next page](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/c/apprentice/192.md?page=1)