u/Living_March6933

Hello everyone!
I’m a 19-year-old EE student, and I’ve been using a 3D printer for over three years. Now I want to step up my skills and get into CNC machining.
Recently I came across the Makera Z1 desktop CNC. On paper, it seems like a solid machine for a beginner, but I’d love to hear from people who have actually used it.
Do you think it’s a worthwhile investment? My goal isn’t to start a business—I mainly want to learn CNC, CAM, and machining while building small projects from wood, aluminum, brass, and other soft materials.
I have a few questions:
How has it held up over time?
What are its biggest strengths and weaknesses?
Is it worth the price, or are there better options in the same price range?
If you had around a $1,000–$1,500 budget, would you still choose the Z1?
I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences. Thanks!

Hello guys, recently i decided to build my first rc plane. Its similar to cessna design.
70cm fuselage
90cm wingspan

My question is how do i handle flaps.
I want to use just 4 servos so im thinking to make elevators on the back and pair of ailerons on main wing. Will those 4 flaps let me do basic maneuvers?
Like gain altitude, roll, land.

Also should i add rudder?

After many variations my controller is finished.

Based on CyberBrick remote kit.
Easy assembly with pdf guide

You can check it out on makerworld.

After several weeks of designing and testing, I finally finished a pistol-grip style controller for CyberBrick RC cars.

Features

Steering wheel control
Trigger-style throttle
LED control button
Customizable joystick
Customizable 3-position switch
Compatible with the original CyberBrick Remote Control Kit (ZK007)
No additional tools required for assembly
Can be assembled in about 15 steps

Development Process

This project went through roughly 10 design iterations before reaching its current form. Each version helped improve ergonomics, assembly, and compatibility. While I’m happy with the result, there are still several areas that could be optimized in future updates.
The model includes a PDF assembly guide and is designed specifically for the CyberBrick Remote Kit.
I’d love to hear your feedback, suggestions, or ideas for future improvements. If you find the project useful, please consider liking, sharing, and downloading the model—it really helps more makers discover it and motivates me to continue developing CyberBrick accessories.

Thanks for checking it out!

P.S i will leave the link in comments for free download

Hey guys so i just made new cyberbrick model and created this configuration but when i try to upload json file on makerworld it shows error: “Invalid JSON file, please check the file format and try again.”

Any ideas how to fix it?

Hey guys, when i keep my printer idle it makes this noises, is that ok? Also do you guys turn printer off when not in use or do you keep it on?

Hello everyone, Long story short im 19 y.o guy who wants to join enduro community and get my first bike. I have budget around 3000-3500$ and considering buying Chinese motorcycle. I just want to know if you have any experience with KEWS,Kayo,Hero xpulse,HJ. Are they worth buying?

Hello guys im trying to loft sketches but it leaves this indent. How can i fix that

Just finished my online exam. If you have basic knowledge about arduino try taking this exams, costs around 30$ and might be helpful in future.

Hello, today i spilled a but of coffee on table and it reached laptop too. I turned it off and tried to dry using hair dryer. Now when i plugged it in and started to turn on this happened? What should i do? Should i take it to technician?

Hey guys, so my p1s recently started to make initial line jittery, bumpy (i don’t know how to describe it) . Prints are unaffected but i am still concerned what causes this ?