# Gen 2 Elite Series **URL:** https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/c/elite-series-gen-2/191.md [Latest](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the Gen 2 Elite Series category](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/about-the-gen-2-elite-series-category/36571)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 11:31pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/about-the-gen-2-elite-series-category/36571 "2026-07-20T23:31:35Z")
Introducing The All New Gen 2 Elite Series by Onefinity CNC. The most popular Onefinity CNC Elite series, refined for the next generation of CNC routers. Foreman (49x49") Starting at $2375 --- ## [Redline Spindle not initiating from HMI screen (controller waiting for spindle communication)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-spindle-not-initiating-from-hmi-screen-controller-waiting-for-spindle-communication/39172)
**Author:** [@wesharper](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/wesharper)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 3:56pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-spindle-not-initiating-from-hmi-screen-controller-waiting-for-spindle-communication/39172 "2026-10-02T15:56:36Z")
Hey gang, noob here. I got my Elite G2 Foreman set up and running with the Redline spindle and HMI kit. Two challenges I am running into: I can manually initiate the spindle on the knob of the VFD controller and that … --- ## [Just got done with a rough setup of my Gen 2 Foreman!](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/just-got-done-with-a-rough-setup-of-my-gen-2-foreman/40284)
**Author:** [@billm47](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/billm47)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 11:09pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/just-got-done-with-a-rough-setup-of-my-gen-2-foreman/40284 "2026-10-01T23:09:33Z")
Honestly a pretty decently easy setup. I did run into two small issues - there was no power cord for my HMI. Fortunately, I had an extra laying around for my 3D printer. I’m assuming they just forgot to send it - or … --- ## [How to change waste board on Elite Gen 2 journeyman w/ QCW?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/how-to-change-waste-board-on-elite-gen-2-journeyman-w-qcw/38805)
**Author:** [@DingsWorkshop](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/DingsWorkshop)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 12:39am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/how-to-change-waste-board-on-elite-gen-2-journeyman-w-qcw/38805 "2026-09-26T00:39:38Z")
Hello I’m new here. I recently purchased my Elite Gen 2 Journeyman and I really like the machine. I have the machine installed with QCW and the entire assembly is placed on a flat surface. At this point, what’s the ri… --- ## [Aspire 9.5 redline controller tool setter with P.P](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/aspire-9-5-redline-controller-tool-setter-with-p-p/40255)
**Author:** [@shekhar.shroff](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/shekhar.shroff)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 9:08pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/aspire-9-5-redline-controller-tool-setter-with-p-p/40255 "2026-09-24T21:08:12Z")
i have Aspire 9.5 i did down load P.P V1,Onefinityinch.pp, i do have tool sater prob and i thing i have Redline controller how to work with prob can sonem one guide me? this answer from AI is that correct? To get your t… --- ## [Redline HMI Screen going Black and loss of touch](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-hmi-screen-going-black-and-loss-of-touch/40217)
**Author:** [@Rumor](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Rumor)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 8:17pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-hmi-screen-going-black-and-loss-of-touch/40217 "2026-09-24T20:17:44Z")
Hi there friends - As I get more familiar with the the Gen2, I have been slowing using it more, but its only on the weekends. So today I would say I run it 3-4 hours over a 3 day period. What I have been noticing is tha… --- ## [Spetool Bits on Amazon](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/spetool-bits-on-amazon/39552)
**Author:** [@wesharper](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/wesharper)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 11:59pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/spetool-bits-on-amazon/39552 "2026-09-22T23:59:14Z")
Looking for feedback from anyone that has used bits from the Spetool brand on Amazon. I bought this bit below (3/16 Compression) for something specific but it seems to perform pretty well. I assume however it may not las… --- ## [New Elite Woodworker using Buildbotics controller?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/new-elite-woodworker-using-buildbotics-controller/40213)
**Author:** [@BargerKona](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/BargerKona)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 5:02pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/new-elite-woodworker-using-buildbotics-controller/40213 "2026-09-18T17:02:52Z")
New Elite Woodworker arriving in a few weeks. When I did the machine configuration in Vetric, after downloading the current machines, it installed the Elite (Redline) Woodworker and a Buildbotics controller. IS this co… --- ## [Bearing oil port cover magnets](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/bearing-oil-port-cover-magnets/40171)
**Author:** [@JimmyBuckets](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/JimmyBuckets)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 2:32pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/bearing-oil-port-cover-magnets/40171 "2026-09-14T14:32:58Z")
I have found the magnets keep coming out of the covers. Has anyone else seen this issue? --- ## [Return home screech (solved)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/return-home-screech-solved/40058)
**Author:** [@JimmyBuckets](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/JimmyBuckets)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 6:41pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/return-home-screech-solved/40058 "2026-09-11T18:41:16Z")
I am finally moved and was able to get my 1f Gen two set up again. I have been playing around with the machine, getting things dialed in. I noticed when hitting the target button in to return home, the machine makes so… --- ## [When will the Redline controller be available on uk models?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/when-will-the-redline-controller-be-available-on-uk-models/40100)
**Author:** [@AlanJ](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/AlanJ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 1:13pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/when-will-the-redline-controller-be-available-on-uk-models/40100 "2026-08-31T13:13:07Z")
Will the Redline controller be coming to UK models? --- ## [Redline screen mouse](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-screen-mouse/39559)
**Author:** [@danscrima](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/danscrima)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 8:17pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-screen-mouse/39559 "2026-08-28T20:17:59Z")
Hey guys. Having a growing issue with the redline on board computer. It’s is more and more losing its ability to touch the screen and the buttons stop responding. I’m actually seeing the mouse cursor moving around and it… --- ## [Bearings and grub screws loose on assembly](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/bearings-and-grub-screws-loose-on-assembly/39532)
**Author:** [@Telewrangler](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Telewrangler)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 7:14pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/bearings-and-grub-screws-loose-on-assembly/39532 "2026-08-28T19:14:09Z")
Hi, I assembled my QCW for my Elite Forman. Everything went great. I then watched this YouTube video" Onefinity CNC GEN 2 Elite Series Assembly & Installation with ‪@RedlineCNCOfficial‬ HMI 15" Screen" \*\* I installed … --- ## [Minor QCW Mod for Anti T-Track People](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/minor-qcw-mod-for-anti-t-track-people/40063)
**Author:** [@JimmyBuckets](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/JimmyBuckets)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/minor-qcw-mod-for-anti-t-track-people/40063 "2026-08-27T19:34:43Z")
Hi everyone. One thing that has bothered me since getting the Gen2 is the spacing of the T-Track on the QCW frame. I personally would rather have a single flat surface for a deck/spoil board. Unfortunately, the factor… --- ## [65mm Suckit dust boot and makita router adjustment lacking](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/65mm-suckit-dust-boot-and-makita-router-adjustment-lacking/40074)
**Author:** [@Oldguy](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Oldguy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2026, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/65mm-suckit-dust-boot-and-makita-router-adjustment-lacking/40074 "2026-08-27T18:56:43Z")
My Makita router (RT0701C) does not allow me to adjust my Suckit dust boot high enough to use short bits. The dust boot hits the support that holds the router. I’ve tried everything but since I haven’t seen anyone else… --- ## [Err14 with Redline Spindle/Com Error/USB Disconnected](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/err14-with-redline-spindle-com-error-usb-disconnected/38669)
**Author:** [@CFFarms](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/CFFarms)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/err14-with-redline-spindle-com-error-usb-disconnected/38669 "2026-08-26T20:30:59Z")
Received my machine 2 weeks and started to set it up post making my table!!! Everything worked great until setting up the spindle. Completed setup and ran home position several times and jogged randomly Trouble sta… --- ## [Fails to backoff Y axis when homing](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/fails-to-backoff-y-axis-when-homing/40038)
**Author:** [@Oldguy](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Oldguy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/fails-to-backoff-y-axis-when-homing/40038 "2026-08-25T11:34:02Z")
I have a Gen 2 Elite. Everything worked great during my learning phase. Then I caught router wire between y axis and sensor. After a couple of homing cycles now when I home it it comes back an error that says Y1 axis … --- ## [Feed and Speeds Question](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/feed-and-speeds-question/39539)
**Author:** [@wesharper](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/wesharper)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 3:25pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/feed-and-speeds-question/39539 "2026-08-20T15:25:08Z")
I have a lot of shelves to cut out of 3/4 cabinet grade plywood. Currently all I have are a couple of 1/4" End Mill Bits from IDC Woodcraft. Standard feed and speed is 70in /min at 19,000 with .25 Stepdown. Question, Ca… --- ## [FreeCAD Post Processor for Elite GEN2 (Redline/Realtime) is available!](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/freecad-post-processor-for-elite-gen2-redline-realtime-is-available/38795)
**Author:** [@pflynn53](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/pflynn53)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 2:19am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/freecad-post-processor-for-elite-gen2-redline-realtime-is-available/38795 "2026-08-20T02:19:47Z")
I just downloaded and ran the new Realtime controller Redline Post Processor for FreeCAD and it looks great on my Elite Gen2 Journeyman machine! You can download it from here… My compliments to 1F support for connect… --- ## [Different Cut Depth on Horizontal And Vertical Passes](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/different-cut-depth-on-horizontal-and-vertical-passes/39538)
**Author:** [@Crf250nm](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Crf250nm)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 11:19pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/different-cut-depth-on-horizontal-and-vertical-passes/39538 "2026-08-14T23:19:06Z")
Can someone help me with this issue. I’m getting different cutting depths on vertical and horizontal passes using carveco maker and the only difference between the two ops is vertical lines on Op1 and horizontal lines on… --- ## [Crooked Text Issue](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/crooked-text-issue/39497)
**Author:** [@dtambo19](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/dtambo19)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 9:46pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/crooked-text-issue/39497 "2026-08-14T21:46:51Z")
Hi. Sort of a 2nd time around newbie here (sold my first one years ago and now I’m back). Using a Gen 2 Elite woodworker on QWC with the heavy duty leg kit. Redline spindle and Vectric Vcarve Pro. My text looks terri… --- ## [HMI Re-flash Issue](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/hmi-re-flash-issue/39534)
**Author:** [@sigg23](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/sigg23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 1:22am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/hmi-re-flash-issue/39534 "2026-08-14T01:22:45Z")
I recently purchased a Onefinity Foreman and after trying to update firmware the HMI experienced a black screen with a cursor. I tried rebooting and continued to get a black screen. Looking through the forums I found h… --- ## [Taking out MDF material fast](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/taking-out-mdf-material-fast/39484)
**Author:** [@wesharper](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/wesharper)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 9:52pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/taking-out-mdf-material-fast/39484 "2026-08-07T21:52:18Z")
I have some significant material to remove on these MDF drawer fronts. Currently the largest tool bit I have is a 1/4" end mill. Recommendations on the appropriate bit to get and use so this job doesn’t run for 3-4 hours… --- ## [Redline cursor problem](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-cursor-problem/39480)
**Author:** [@Tonoblues](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Tonoblues)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 8:00pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/redline-cursor-problem/39480 "2026-08-05T20:00:40Z")
Hi guys! does anyone have this problem when the machine is working? --- ## [Joypad for Elite gen 2 instructions](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/joypad-for-elite-gen-2-instructions/39476)
**Author:** [@Oldguy](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Oldguy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 1:44am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/joypad-for-elite-gen-2-instructions/39476 "2026-08-05T01:44:37Z")
I have a new joypad I bought from onefinity for my Elite gen2. I use a Win 11 computer to run controller. I cannot find instructions other than for the HMI or old ones that use a different controller. I gave a redline… --- ## [How to Adjust Gen 2 Linear Bearing Position and Stickout](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/how-to-adjust-gen-2-linear-bearing-position-and-stickout/39474)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 6:43pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/how-to-adjust-gen-2-linear-bearing-position-and-stickout/39474 "2026-08-04T18:43:37Z")
In some cases, a linear bearing may shift during transit. The bearing can rotate inside the gantry block or move slightly from side to side. When this happens, the bearing may contact the dust cover, or the bearing stick… --- ## [Sound when moving in diagonal at rapid speeds](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/sound-when-moving-in-diagonal-at-rapid-speeds/39469)
**Author:** [@Andlit](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Andlit)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 2:48am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/sound-when-moving-in-diagonal-at-rapid-speeds/39469 "2026-08-04T02:48:40Z")
When the machine performs a tool change and moves diagonally to the ATC, there’s a terrible noise coming from the axes. This only happens during this ultra-fast movement. It doesn’t happen during normal jogging. Today I … --- ## [Z Issues while loading project](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/z-issues-while-loading-project/39434)
**Author:** [@KrackensHullWorkshop](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/KrackensHullWorkshop)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2026, 10:06pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/z-issues-while-loading-project/39434 "2026-08-01T22:06:22Z")
I just got my new machine up and running, and unfortunately I’m encountering an issue using the HMI. I am using VCarve Pro and the Redline post processor selected for my tool paths. Earlier today, I loaded a test file to… --- ## [Maz bit size for slab surfacing?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/maz-bit-size-for-slab-surfacing/39437)
**Author:** [@danscrima](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/danscrima)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2026, 10:11pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/maz-bit-size-for-slab-surfacing/39437 "2026-07-31T22:11:42Z")
I have the Elite Gen 2 Foreman with the Redline 2.2 spindle… I just got it set up and have been learning the machine and started by surfacing some slabs. I found with my 2.5" flattening bit that I’m stalling the spindle … --- ## [Gen-2 X-Axis homing error "Closed loop motor error detected"](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/gen-2-x-axis-homing-error-closed-loop-motor-error-detected/37712)
**Author:** [@BenSteury](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/BenSteury)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2026, 1:09pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/gen-2-x-axis-homing-error-closed-loop-motor-error-detected/37712 "2026-07-30T13:09:21Z")
Setting up my Gen-2 Journeyman for the first time and naturally I’m getting an error right off the bat. After powering on the machine I push to home. The Z Axis goes fine then it jogs to the left to home X-Axis and I get… [Next page](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/c/elite-series-gen-2/191.md?page=1)