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[Foam CNC] How to Machine a Custom EVA Organizer for Your EDC Gear on the HiMill D1S

Who says a desktop CNC machine is only for rigid metals and hardwoods? In 2026, versatility is key. Discover how to use...

[CNC Metalcraft] Machining an Aluminum EDC Playing Card with MAXMAKE HiMill D1S

Who says desktop CNCs are only for wood or simple coins? Today, we are transforming a solid aluminum block into a premium...

Show Us Your Setup & Win $50: Join the #MAXMAKE Showcase

Show off your creative space! Join the #MAXMAKE Showcase Event by sharing photos of your HiMill D1/D1S desktop CNC setup. Earn an...

[Project Recap] 5 Multi-Material CNC Toys to Spark Childhood Imagination! 🎁

Did you catch our fast-paced Children's Day video? We showed you the magic, and now we are giving you the blueprint! From...

[Keyboard Modding] Machining Custom Aluminum Artisan Keycaps with MAXMAKE HiMill D1S

Who says desktop CNC machines are only for large, rough parts? Dive into the world of mechanical keyboard modding! In this guide,...

CNC Router Bits Guide: Types, Coatings & How to Choose

Choose the right CNC router bits for wood, plastic, and aluminum: end mill types, coatings, flute counts, plus a beginner 9-tool starter...

[CNC for Metal] Machining a 3D Brass "Lucky Cat" Bracelet with HiMill D1S 🐾

Who says a desktop CNC machine is only for flat wood reliefs? Discover how to use the MAXMAKE HiMill D1S 4th-axis rotary...

Machining an Aluminum Scraper on the HiMill D1S 🛠

Think desktop CNCs are only for wood? Watch us push the MAXMAKE HiMill D1S to its limits by machining a stunning, fully...

CNC Feeds and Speeds: A Beginner's Guide to CNC Machining

Feeds and speeds are not numbers to copy — they are a matched set of parameters. This guide explains what each one...