# Off Topic **URL:** https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/c/off-topic/214.md [Latest](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/categories.md) --- ## [About the Off Topic category](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/about-the-off-topic-category/38589)
**Author:** [@OnefinityCNC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/OnefinityCNC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 4:19pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/about-the-off-topic-category/38589 "2026-04-30T16:19:48Z")
Off topic conversations go in this section. (made for Robert :stuck\_out\_tongue: ) --- ## [New and Curious](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/new-and-curious/40367)
**Author:** [@stroeing35](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/stroeing35)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/new-and-curious/40367 "2026-10-14T20:54:19Z")
I do not own a CNC. I am interested in buying a CNC, but I am not sure what size to buy or which brand. I thought I was set on a Shapoko, and then I learned about Onefinity on YouTube, and I liked the larger rails. I am … --- ## [Using a UPS - life saver](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/using-a-ups-life-saver/39396)
**Author:** [@Alan\_Richardson](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Alan_Richardson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2026, 12:33pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/using-a-ups-life-saver/39396 "2026-10-11T12:33:33Z")
If your power is suspect to failure then using a decent UPS (uninterruptible power supply) is the answer. This unit has two batteries in it and will keep your system running for about 15 minutes. Time enough to finish… --- ## [4 inch Dust Boot Adapter](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/4-inch-dust-boot-adapter/40331)
**Author:** [@GReinke](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/GReinke)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 1:03am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/4-inch-dust-boot-adapter/40331 "2026-10-08T01:03:47Z")
I printed the adapter but a standard 4 in hose does not fit. I designed a sleeve that fits inside both the hose and the adapter. --- ## [HELP! i need help linking Mach4 to MB3](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/help-i-need-help-linking-mach4-to-mb3/40215)
**Author:** [@tomkinsonteardrops](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/tomkinsonteardrops)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 7:29pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/help-i-need-help-linking-mach4-to-mb3/40215 "2026-09-18T19:29:23Z")
i purchased a used CNC and am just learning through you tube. a couple days ago I came in and my unit no longer had a profile in Mach. So I followed the link and downloaded the newest mach4 program. come to find out I ne… --- ## [Beginner Assistance](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/beginner-assistance/40200)
**Author:** [@Steve777](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/Steve777)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 6:48pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/beginner-assistance/40200 "2026-09-17T18:48:14Z")
I am a beginner with Onefinity Gen 1 woodworker Elite CNC and am reaching out to see if there is any one in the Kitchener / Waterloo / Stratford area that would be interested in providing assistance in getting my cnc up … --- ## [Best height for base?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/best-height-for-base/40177)
**Author:** [@AlanJ](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/AlanJ)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 8:04pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/best-height-for-base/40177 "2026-09-15T20:04:37Z")
What’s the general consensus for the optimal height for a base for an elite foreman? For reference I’m around 5’10, also will 5’ x 5’ be an ok size or would you do it something different? --- ## [Looking for speaker plans](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/looking-for-speaker-plans/40140)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 1:05pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/looking-for-speaker-plans/40140 "2026-09-13T13:05:50Z")
I am looking for Pa “rock band” speaker plans. My son is in a band and wants me to make hm some cabs. Not bookshelf boxes, ones for the stage. any info of places to get them would be appreciated.10 ,12, and 15" cabs. --- ## [Pay for toolpath design](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/pay-for-toolpath-design/39549)
**Author:** [@gharbaugh](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/gharbaugh)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 5:55pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/pay-for-toolpath-design/39549 "2026-09-08T17:55:17Z")
Hello, I am interested to see if anyone has any advice on outsourcing tool path design. I have been ok with simple designs but I am trying to design a more complex drawing for a bookcase. I have the svg file but I am hav… --- ## [Starlink connections](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/starlink-connections/40112)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 6:12pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/starlink-connections/40112 "2026-09-04T18:12:39Z")
is anyone out there using starlink to connect their cnc’s to the net? any opinions on it please no politics just working facts thanks. --- ## [Using an outside designer](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/using-an-outside-designer/40111)
**Author:** [@AlanJ](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/AlanJ)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 8:12pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/using-an-outside-designer/40111 "2026-09-03T20:12:54Z")
I’m about to dive into the world of cnc for the first time but the part that worries me most is designing complex designs in cad and producing the cam and g codes. Does anyone use someone else to do this and is it then… --- ## [Turning the onefinity into a cnc plasma cutter](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/turning-the-onefinity-into-a-cnc-plasma-cutter/40082)
**Author:** [@rswartzfager](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/rswartzfager)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 12:22am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/turning-the-onefinity-into-a-cnc-plasma-cutter/40082 "2026-09-02T00:22:49Z")
it would be nice to have one machine that can do both cnc plasma cutting and cnc router engraving, has anyone developed a way to add plasma cutting to onefinity? --- ## [PDF Import Not Working](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/pdf-import-not-working/39543)
**Author:** [@FordPrefect](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/FordPrefect)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 4:31pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/pdf-import-not-working/39543 "2026-08-16T16:31:04Z")
When I attempt to import a PDF using Vector\>Import, only the text and graphics edits I have made to the file import. The images (line drawings and text) do not show. I have already created the model. Are there multipl… --- ## [Anyone know if they make this in er20?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/anyone-know-if-they-make-this-in-er20/39447)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 1:34pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/anyone-know-if-they-make-this-in-er20/39447 "2026-08-04T13:34:52Z")
so far I have only found it for c5 collets --- ## [Will onefinity ever come out with a fiber laser for marking metals?](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/will-onefinity-ever-come-out-with-a-fiber-laser-for-marking-metals/39277)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 2:28pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/will-onefinity-ever-come-out-with-a-fiber-laser-for-marking-metals/39277 "2026-07-13T14:28:17Z")
I do a lot of aluminum milling on my onefinity machine. I need a laser to mark the parts, but it seems only a fiber laser will do what I want to do. I have no interest in using marking fluids or anodizing the aluminum fi… --- ## [Clamps for thick boards](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/clamps-for-thick-boards/26386)
**Author:** [@daddyaddi](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/daddyaddi)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/clamps-for-thick-boards/26386 "2026-07-08T18:32:59Z")
What is the best clamp for a board 14” W x 20” L x .75” D? Would Oops clamps work? Board would be hardwood. Thanks, Mark Blockquote --- ## [Yet another thread on DIY vacuum](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/yet-another-thread-on-diy-vacuum/39265)
**Author:** [@CandL](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/CandL)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/yet-another-thread-on-diy-vacuum/39265 "2026-07-03T18:05:07Z")
I am currently researching the creation of a vacuum source for my Onefinity Elite Foreman. Yes I am well aware of the AirWeights systems and even Black Box Vacs (https://blackboxvac.com/). Please understand these two … --- ## [Onefinity Stuff Caddy (FREE STL FILE!)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/onefinity-stuff-caddy-free-stl-file/39184)
**Author:** [@MikeC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/MikeC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 1:04pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/onefinity-stuff-caddy-free-stl-file/39184 "2026-06-23T13:04:13Z")
STL File I whipped up a handy bin for all your CNC stuff. Attaches to the QCW using stock bolts. Hopefully the STL link works :wink: Print flat on the bottom with supports. --- ## [Software Beta testers needed](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/software-beta-testers-needed/39150)
**Author:** [@jonmessenger](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/jonmessenger)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 4:25pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/software-beta-testers-needed/39150 "2026-06-17T16:25:30Z")
I have written CNC cam software that creates both v-bit carving and 3d relief files for cnc routers, and am looking for beta testers, it can be found at www.v-bender.com download is free and video tutorials are availab… --- ## [Internship/ Apprenticeship anywhere :-)](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/internship-apprenticeship-anywhere/39131)
**Author:** [@PaliMuhe](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/PaliMuhe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 1:42pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/internship-apprenticeship-anywhere/39131 "2026-06-15T13:42:02Z")
Hey everyone! I’m Yonina, a woodworker based in Aruba who recently got my Onefinity Elite Foreman up and running. I’m in the process of building a small CNC furniture business and while I’ve been learning a ton through … --- ## [Tapered ball nose tool listings](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/tapered-ball-nose-tool-listings/38822)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2026, 7:38pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/tapered-ball-nose-tool-listings/38822 "2026-05-28T19:38:14Z")
I am just now beginning to go on the 3d carving adventure. please forgive my newbie question but in my v carve pro tools list there are no listings for tapered ball nose bits. Is there some downloadable list some place t… --- ## [Beta Testers Needed](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/beta-testers-needed/38811)
**Author:** [@bgeorge](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/bgeorge)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 3:50pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/beta-testers-needed/38811 "2026-05-26T15:50:22Z")
--- ## [Dust hose static grounding](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/dust-hose-static-grounding/38787)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 2:29am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/dust-hose-static-grounding/38787 "2026-05-23T02:29:43Z")
I would like to solicit ideas and comments on this dust hose static setup.. --- ## [Looking for help with 3d carving](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/looking-for-help-with-3d-carving/38783)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/looking-for-help-with-3d-carving/38783 "2026-05-22T17:17:58Z")
If I sent you a file, could you (using v carve pro) design the tool paths and send me back the entire file? And how much would you charge? It is a 3d carve. The file is already an stl file. I will give more details if yo… --- ## [My dog holes are too small](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/my-dog-holes-are-too-small/38707)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 5:11pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/my-dog-holes-are-too-small/38707 "2026-05-22T17:11:48Z")
I am trying to make dog holes on my spoil board. I am using a 1/2 endmill. Yes, I checked it and itis within .001. I am asking the gen two machine using victrices Vcarve pro to do a pocket hole of .750 but they come out … --- ## [Ferrite cores where to place them](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/ferrite-cores-where-to-place-them/38744)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 4:56pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/ferrite-cores-where-to-place-them/38744 "2026-05-19T16:56:00Z")
So, tell me where do I put the little devils? On the cord near the outlet, or near the equipment? both ends better? I went on the net to find this answer it says closest to the source of the noise is best. So in the case… --- ## [Still Looking for a few Application Tester](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/still-looking-for-a-few-application-tester/38647)
**Author:** [@bgeorge](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/bgeorge)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2026, 12:56pm UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/still-looking-for-a-few-application-tester/38647 "2026-05-11T12:56:42Z")
If you are into wood inlays or resin inlays, take a quick look lets us know your thoughts. Thanks --- ## [I need someone to make a logo](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/i-need-someone-to-make-a-logo/38565)
**Author:** [@HardtailSr](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/u/HardtailSr)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2026, 5:12am UTC](https://forum.onefinitycnc.com/t/i-need-someone-to-make-a-logo/38565 "2026-05-11T05:12:42Z")
Can any of you folks recommend a good logo maker I can use?