HiMill D1S Desktop-CNC-Maschine

Like many others this is my first adventure into CNC. Have several years experience with 3D printing, resin and FDM so this isn't an entirely new arena for me, just a new venue.

So far I've been pretty pleased. Unboxing, set up, and initial connection was easy. The software is functional, the machine worked great, the main issues were me, and the software interface.

I haven't been with a complete anything yet because I managed to snap both the small end mills through, completely my fault.

The software initially after connecting appeared to see the mill, connect, home, everything It needed to do. That is until I went to send the file over. The progress bar started at 0.13% and never moved while sending it connected via USB. Turns out that while it was connected and you could calibrate the head for the end mill, you can't actually send files without having restarted the mill first. After I restarted it, it worked as fine. Overall the software is functional, but it seems pretty rough and unfinished. The tutorial is are nice because without them, good luck knowing what does what without just clicking it unless you have experience with similar software already. Tool tips would be very helpful.

That being said, after I get the replacement end mills delivered this week, I will do more testing and playing with it.

I am new in cnc universe, coming from 3D printing and laser cutting/engraving. I was worried about cnc complexity and i am so happy with the machine. it is really user friendly and maxmake made a good ecosystem to work with (i use plugins for fusion 360, i never work with fusion before). I was able to manufacture my own piece in few hours from a stl. It is really cool !! Also, for wood work it is far from noisy. As the machine is in my office, i was woried about that. But my bambu ps1 working at max speed make more noise. Any one new to cnc, go for it, you won't regret.

I been watching them since I saw the advert on Facebook that was taking the deposit down for two tools and at the same time as soon as the campaign started on kick start a jump straight onto it and kept an eye on the concerts and watching the videos and yes he took about 41 days to hit the UK and then about another 10 days for it to clear customs and then got delivered today but also at the same time with the accessory pack of all the different woods and metals which was quite handy as the first time user of the CNC machine can’t wait to get into it a bit more. Learning how to use it and definitely be buying some accessories at a later date.

For a brand new startup company, maxmake is awesome! My background was always law enforcement and military, but I got into machining about 2012. Earned a degree in computer aided manufacturing shortly thereafter. Worked as a reseller for Mastercam for several years. Programmed tons of parts, and made everything from gun parts to race car parts for Nascar teams. This little machine is more than capable for the simple "artsy" pieces. So far has held a .0015 tolerance over 6 inches. Honestly I can't wait to push it to really see its capabilities. Laser is really nice on wood, does great with minimal smell. Haven't tried any laser metal engraving yet or the 4th axis yet. But I don't anticipate any issues. Tech support is AMAZING! Engineer Shan needs a raise in pay, lol. There's nothing that you can ask that they won't have an answer for. Keep it up guys, looking forward to many years ahead.

I have been into CNC machining as a hobby for well over a decade. I even built and still use a gantry style CNC router that I outfitted with a spindle. I have many 3d Printers, multiple laser engravers, and a 2000W fiber laser I retrofitted onto a CNC gantry system. Basically I have well over 10,000 hours learning CNC and having started my journey learning CNC with 3d design for 3d printing, I bought my first CNC router kit thinking well... I already know how to draw 3d; so how hard could it be? Boy was I surprised to find CNC milling (subtractive manufacturing) to sooo completely different. Needless to say it took me years to get proficient. Now to the HiMill D1S. I wish this unit was around all those years ago. It is sturdy, quiet, and above all easy to use. I had it out of the box and milling in less than 1 hour. Though I have a lot of experience now, if I was a beginner, this machine would still be super easy to learn, plus their documentation etc. gets better everyday. I did have a few advanced questions about rotary tool paths etc. and support was more than responsive and got me up and running in less than 30 minutes. I highly recommend this machine to beginners and experts alike! In fact 2 of my friends in my little private maker group have just each ordered one!