The CNC Workshop

The CNC Workshop is a practical podcast for CNC owners, makers, and small shops who want to better understand their machines and make smarter upgrade decisions. Hosted by Daniel from PwnCNC, each episode turns real CNC questions and support experiences into approachable conversations about spindle upgrades, VFDs, controllers, automatic tool changers, dust collection, tooling, troubleshooting, and workshop improvements. The CNC Workshop is presented by PwnCNC. Learn more at PwnCNC.com.

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  Episode #3

  CNC VFD Error Codes Explained: Common Causes and First Checks

  Aug 25, 202618 minS1

  <p>Your CNC spindle suddenly stops, and the VFD displays an angry little error code. What does it mean—and what should you check before assuming something has failed?</p><p>In Episode 3 of The CNC Workshop, Daniel and Jamie explain how to approach common CNC VFD faults without simply clearing the code and hoping it disappears. They discuss:</p><p>• Why a VFD error code is a clue—not a complete diagnosis<br>• ERR09 undervoltage faults and possible power-supply problems<br>• ERR12 input phase-loss faults and wiring checks<br>• ERR31 or 031 communication and control-signal issues<br>• ERR38 current-detection and hardware-relat...

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  Episode #2

  Does an ATC Spindle Require a MASSO Controller?

  Aug 10, 202623 minS1

  <p>Does an automatic tool-changing spindle require a MASSO controller? Not necessarily—but controlling spindle speed is very different from safely coordinating a complete automatic tool change.</p><p>In Episode 2 of The CNC Workshop, Daniel and Jamie explain what a CNC controller must actually do to support an ATC spindle. They discuss:</p><p>• Why an ATC spindle can sometimes run without automatic tool changing<br>• The difference between spindle control and full ATC control<br>• Tool-release outputs, sensors, macros, probing, and safety logic<br>• Why controller compatibility must be confirmed before purchasing<br>• When a MASSO controller or controller c...

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  Before You Buy a CNC Spindle: 10 Compatibility Checks

  Aug 4, 202611 minS1

  <p>Thinking about replacing your CNC router with a spindle? Before you order, you need to know whether the spindle, mount, VFD, controller, electrical service, control cable, drag chain, and dust collection will actually work together.</p><p>In the first episode of The CNC Workshop, we walk through 10 important compatibility checks to make before buying a CNC spindle. </p><p>We discuss:</p>65mm versus 80mm spindle mounts110V versus 220V spindle systemsChoosing the appropriate spindle powerPWM, analog, and Modbus controlVFD control cables and controller compatibilityDrag-chain capacity and cable routingDust-boot and Z-axis clearanceRequirements for automatic tool changingWhen a controller...

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