# Latest **URL:** https://community.inventables.com/latest.md [Latest](https://community.inventables.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.inventables.com/categories.md) --- ## [Cant move jpg on workspace](https://community.inventables.com/t/cant-move-jpg-on-workspace/161634)
**Author:** [@RichardArneson](https://community.inventables.com/u/RichardArneson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/cant-move-jpg-on-workspace/161634 "2026-09-22T18:08:25Z")
I have done image trace on a jpg file, but when it shows up on workspace, I can’t move the image. Usually, when you insert a jpg into anything, the image shows up in a box and then you drag it where you want it. However,… --- ## [How to make Spindle Holder (CNC 3018)](https://community.inventables.com/t/how-to-make-spindle-holder-cnc-3018/88136)
**Author:** [@Merlin](https://community.inventables.com/u/Merlin)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/how-to-make-spindle-holder-cnc-3018/88136 "2026-09-21T13:01:47Z")
Hi people that are smarter than me. Just starting in cnc carving, I’m 69 years young and no bugger all about cnc carving. I purchased a 3018 Chinese cnc knock off, goes okay but the 3d spindle holder just discindergrate… --- ## [Weird preview in Easel - can't resolve](https://community.inventables.com/t/weird-preview-in-easel-cant-resolve/161623)
**Author:** [@SusanHalla](https://community.inventables.com/u/SusanHalla)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/weird-preview-in-easel-cant-resolve/161623 "2026-09-17T16:45:14Z")
I thought I had a pretty simple carve. It’s a segment of a simple circular window stop. There are three parts to the carve - a pocket clearing at height one, a pocket clearing at height 2, and then a cut along the outsid… --- ## [Upgraded Kit Z Axis sounds like its cutting out when lowering](https://community.inventables.com/t/upgraded-kit-z-axis-sounds-like-its-cutting-out-when-lowering/161621)
**Author:** [@TrevorR](https://community.inventables.com/u/TrevorR)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/upgraded-kit-z-axis-sounds-like-its-cutting-out-when-lowering/161621 "2026-09-13T15:00:58Z")
Hey, been running the upgrade kit on my 1000mm XCarve for well over a year or so and everything was running great. I have noticed that the Z axis sounds like its cutting out and struggling when moving up and down when u… --- ## [Changing out the xCarve Z-Probe style puck](https://community.inventables.com/t/changing-out-the-xcarve-z-probe-style-puck/161619)
**Author:** [@DavidSanek](https://community.inventables.com/u/DavidSanek)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/changing-out-the-xcarve-z-probe-style-puck/161619 "2026-09-07T20:54:15Z")
I would like to change the Z-Probe puck to one that sets not only the Z height but also can be used to set the X,Y zero. Not a the round puck we all got with the xCarve but commercially available square zone pucks. --- ## [Z-axis keeps moving slightly up during long carves](https://community.inventables.com/t/z-axis-keeps-moving-slightly-up-during-long-carves/161286)
**Author:** [@Testaccount](https://community.inventables.com/u/Testaccount)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/z-axis-keeps-moving-slightly-up-during-long-carves/161286 "2026-09-06T14:33:31Z")
I do have the upgraded X-Carve. During longer carves the Z-axis keeps moving upwards. I starts losing details in v-carves until the bit doesn’t touches the wood at fine details anymore. Before starting the job, I plain… --- ## [Z axis changes mid carve](https://community.inventables.com/t/z-axis-changes-mid-carve/150434)
**Author:** [@KevinKeim](https://community.inventables.com/u/KevinKeim)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/z-axis-changes-mid-carve/150434 "2026-09-04T20:13:12Z")
I purchased the 1000x1000 x carve in 2019, and recently purchased the upgrade kit for the z axis, motors, and stiffeners. Since then I’ve been noticing that, specifically on the detail pass, the z axis thinks it’s either… --- ## [Triquetra Auto Zero Touch Plate ...\*\* Review here \*\*](https://community.inventables.com/t/triquetra-auto-zero-touch-plate-review-here/41591)
**Author:** [@Christopher2](https://community.inventables.com/u/Christopher2)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/triquetra-auto-zero-touch-plate-review-here/41591 "2026-08-31T23:08:43Z")
I have tell you that this product is awesome !. I just bought a 1000x 1000 Xcarve and didnt even use it until I got my plate because Charlie the gentleman that makes these had a good talk going on about how they are a… --- ## [Automatic 3-axis in Easel - Yes! it's possible](https://community.inventables.com/t/automatic-3-axis-in-easel-yes-its-possible/40835)
**Author:** [@Traxxtar](https://community.inventables.com/u/Traxxtar)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/automatic-3-axis-in-easel-yes-its-possible/40835 "2026-08-31T23:07:40Z")
I decided to have another crack at getting @CharleyThomas’ 3-axis touch plate (found here and oh, btw, he has them for a 30% discount at the moment) working in Easel. With access to the Machine Inspector, and since you c… --- ## [X-Carve Software question](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-carve-software-question/161588)
**Author:** [@CyralGbunblee](https://community.inventables.com/u/CyralGbunblee)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 1:48am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-carve-software-question/161588 "2026-08-31T01:48:36Z")
Is it possible to use x-carve without the easel software? Or use the easel software offline? Does anyone have experience with this? Would love to hear. --- ## [Z-upgrade - new problem](https://community.inventables.com/t/z-upgrade-new-problem/161224)
**Author:** [@ChristianTynch](https://community.inventables.com/u/ChristianTynch)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/z-upgrade-new-problem/161224 "2026-08-28T18:54:48Z")
I have had an X-carve since 2019. It has worked well in my classroom. I recently upgraded it with the whole kit. New Z and 9mm belts. I have trammed and squared it, and made sure the GRBL settings are correct. I ha… --- ## [X axis does not move smoothly and sounds like the motor is jumping on the belt](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-axis-does-not-move-smoothly-and-sounds-like-the-motor-is-jumping-on-the-belt/161597)
**Author:** [@DennisBlaser](https://community.inventables.com/u/DennisBlaser)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-axis-does-not-move-smoothly-and-sounds-like-the-motor-is-jumping-on-the-belt/161597 "2026-08-24T22:45:39Z")
I was working on a long carve and the CNC stopped and returned to home. When I was going to restart, the x axis was binding and make a grinding-jumping noise. I cleaned the bearings, tracks, idler pulleys inside the c… --- ## [Inventables X Carve Pro 4x4 CNC Router | VFD Spindle | Excellent Condition](https://community.inventables.com/t/inventables-x-carve-pro-4x4-cnc-router-vfd-spindle-excellent-condition/161612)
**Author:** [@KyleGiffen](https://community.inventables.com/u/KyleGiffen)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 12:35am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/inventables-x-carve-pro-4x4-cnc-router-vfd-spindle-excellent-condition/161612 "2026-08-22T00:35:41Z")
Hey all! I’m selling my Inventables X-Carve Pro 4x4. If anyone’s interested or knows someone who might be, here’s the Facebook Marketplace listing! --- ## [Bed level zeroing](https://community.inventables.com/t/bed-level-zeroing/161610)
**Author:** [@DavidSanek](https://community.inventables.com/u/DavidSanek)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/bed-level-zeroing/161610 "2026-08-18T16:20:02Z")
When, if ever, can we expect to see the Z zero from the bed feature added to Easel? There really are times when it is very much needed and yet Easel doesn’t offer it. Also, are there any thought to adding layers and t… --- ## [Zero recessed area](https://community.inventables.com/t/zero-recessed-area/161606)
**Author:** [@JoeDurbin](https://community.inventables.com/u/JoeDurbin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2026, 3:02am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/zero-recessed-area/161606 "2026-08-17T03:02:27Z")
How do I engrave a logo in the recessed area? I read where you can set the zero from the recessed area but then I will lose my X-Y home and the program will carve the logo in another location. If I set the zero using … --- ## [Upgraded older X-Carve Y-Axis walking in minus Y direction](https://community.inventables.com/t/upgraded-older-x-carve-y-axis-walking-in-minus-y-direction/161605)
**Author:** [@FrankWood](https://community.inventables.com/u/FrankWood)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/upgraded-older-x-carve-y-axis-walking-in-minus-y-direction/161605 "2026-08-15T18:25:34Z")
Hi, I originally bought a Shapeoko from Inventables, then upgraded to the original X-Carve, then X-controller, then linear bearings/screw drive on all axis, Makita Router… you get the picture. I have stayed with the or… --- ## [Fusion360 Tool Library for all Inventables Bit Sets](https://community.inventables.com/t/fusion360-tool-library-for-all-inventables-bit-sets/50579)
**Author:** [@JoelBennett](https://community.inventables.com/u/JoelBennett)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/fusion360-tool-library-for-all-inventables-bit-sets/50579 "2026-08-08T18:29:16Z")
Hi - I have a library containing the following bit sets here: • Carving Bit Starter Set • Carving Bit Super Pack • Fine Detail & Engraving Set • Wood & Plastic Set • Soft Metal Set • 1/8" V-Carving Set • HSS 2F Up… --- ## [Another source for limit switches?](https://community.inventables.com/t/another-source-for-limit-switches/47101)
**Author:** [@JasonRamey](https://community.inventables.com/u/JasonRamey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2026, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/another-source-for-limit-switches/47101 "2026-08-04T20:10:53Z")
Hell All, Does anyone have a source for limit switches other than Inventables? I have found some on ebay that look like they may fit but do not want to order the wrong item. I was looking at ordering from Inventables bu… --- ## [Carves diagonally rather than on straight line](https://community.inventables.com/t/carves-diagonally-rather-than-on-straight-line/161591)
**Author:** [@CyralGbunblee](https://community.inventables.com/u/CyralGbunblee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/carves-diagonally-rather-than-on-straight-line/161591 "2026-07-21T22:22:49Z")
My X-carve is carving diagonally rather than on a straight line. Has anyone else had this problem? Any ideas how to resolve this? Please see picture below. --- ## [Help in assembly of carve x](https://community.inventables.com/t/help-in-assembly-of-carve-x/129001)
**Author:** [@PaulJKitt](https://community.inventables.com/u/PaulJKitt)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 6:53am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/help-in-assembly-of-carve-x/129001 "2026-07-17T06:53:46Z")
carve x assembly help need someone to put it togeather i live in mc allen texas iam need help (Send private message if you can help) --- ## [Joypad Jog Controller for X Carve Pro](https://community.inventables.com/t/joypad-jog-controller-for-x-carve-pro/161569)
**Author:** [@RiverEdge](https://community.inventables.com/u/RiverEdge)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2026, 4:42am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/joypad-jog-controller-for-x-carve-pro/161569 "2026-07-16T04:42:59Z")
Does Inventables plan to add any options for X-Carve Pro like a handheld jog controller or a touchscreen option? --- ## [Waste Board for Sale](https://community.inventables.com/t/waste-board-for-sale/161586)
**Author:** [@GregoryJ\_Macintyre](https://community.inventables.com/u/GregoryJ_Macintyre)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2026, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/waste-board-for-sale/161586 "2026-07-10T20:11:52Z")
Waste Board 1000mm Free Pick up only in Arlington Hts. Illinois --- ## [Tooling for 1/2” shank](https://community.inventables.com/t/tooling-for-1-2-shank/161563)
**Author:** [@JoseCastillo](https://community.inventables.com/u/JoseCastillo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2026, 4:04am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/tooling-for-1-2-shank/161563 "2026-06-29T04:04:24Z")
Wondering if anyone has found extensions of how to utilize a 1/2" tool on ER-16 collet? --- ## [Paste "in place" feature gone - possible bug with "cut/paste"?](https://community.inventables.com/t/paste-in-place-feature-gone-possible-bug-with-cut-paste/85128)
**Author:** [@ChristianWZagarskas](https://community.inventables.com/u/ChristianWZagarskas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2026, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/paste-in-place-feature-gone-possible-bug-with-cut-paste/85128 "2026-06-26T13:33:18Z")
The Cut/Copy Paste (ctrl+X/C/V) feature has changed it’s behavior. Previously “cut and paste” would put things back where they were, in the exact position. I could hit CTRL-X and then CTRL-V into another board and “som… --- ## [xCarve Pro 4x4 Homing issue / Y2 axis issue](https://community.inventables.com/t/xcarve-pro-4x4-homing-issue-y2-axis-issue/161576)
**Author:** [@DavidWolfe](https://community.inventables.com/u/DavidWolfe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 9:51am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/xcarve-pro-4x4-homing-issue-y2-axis-issue/161576 "2026-06-25T09:51:57Z")
I haven’t used my xCarve for about a month, and when I hit the Home function today I heard a click and no movement. The gantry was about a foot from the back of the bed when this happened. After a few seconds I got the m… --- ## [Upgrading Xcarve 1000](https://community.inventables.com/t/upgrading-xcarve-1000/161570)
**Author:** [@DennisHuddleston](https://community.inventables.com/u/DennisHuddleston)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2026, 12:11pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/upgrading-xcarve-1000/161570 "2026-06-22T12:11:34Z")
Hello yall. Upgrading my xcarve 1000 Z axis to HGR20 Linear Motion Rails and Bearing Slide Blocks. Can anyone tell me the correct spacing of the holes in order to match the bearings. I am drilling these holes in the moun… --- ## [In need of a Spindle](https://community.inventables.com/t/in-need-of-a-spindle/161565)
**Author:** [@GaryBarnett](https://community.inventables.com/u/GaryBarnett)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2026, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/in-need-of-a-spindle/161565 "2026-05-13T15:14:33Z")
Does anyone have a line on a spindle? Its been close to a month and customer support still cant even give me an idea when they might have one in stock. Inventables is literally killing my little business. i would happily… --- ## [X Carve Pro Opt Laser XT8 Power Settings](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-carve-pro-opt-laser-xt8-power-settings/161281)
**Author:** [@GarryAlderman](https://community.inventables.com/u/GarryAlderman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-carve-pro-opt-laser-xt8-power-settings/161281 "2026-05-11T16:01:12Z")
Having difficulty getting the XT8 to turn on at anything lower than 20% power. Over 20% works as it should. Been communicating with Opt on possible issues and they are claiming that the signal that the x carve controller… --- ## [X-Carve Pro and OPT Laser XT8 40w diode setup](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-carve-pro-and-opt-laser-xt8-40w-diode-setup/161564)
**Author:** [@LynnWelling](https://community.inventables.com/u/LynnWelling)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/x-carve-pro-and-opt-laser-xt8-40w-diode-setup/161564 "2026-05-04T17:47:23Z")
About 2 years ago I purchased an X-Carve Pro 4x4 at an estate sale. Great deal, lots of learning, and now its working well. About a year ago I purchased an Opt Laser XT8 40w diode laser with the intent of upgrading my x-… --- ## [1.5KW Spindle Feasibility](https://community.inventables.com/t/1-5kw-spindle-feasibility/59897)
**Author:** [@TomCancelleri](https://community.inventables.com/u/TomCancelleri)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 1:12am UTC](https://community.inventables.com/t/1-5kw-spindle-feasibility/59897 "2026-05-04T01:12:11Z")
I’ve been running a “fairly stock” 2017 XCarve for a while. It was 2016 when I got it, then I bought the 2017 upgrade with X-Controller, new solid makerslide for X axis, etc. I’ve got aluminum Y axis braces I made as so… [Next page](https://community.inventables.com/latest.md?page=1)