How-to: CNC Milling

Task-oriented guides for sending parts to milling and clearing production warnings.

For screen-by-screen reference, see CNC Milling.

How do I send parts to milling?

1. Open a Production Milling document. In Milling, click Add to add items to the cutting table, and Replace table to change the table.
2. Arrange items with Rotate, Duplicate, and Delete, and add engrave text if wanted.
3. Click Export to generate the machine file. A milling disclaimer may appear: confirm it, and tick Do not ask again to skip it next time.

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For the full milling workflow, see CNC Milling.

How do I handle the milling-error and table-modified warnings?

• A red milling-error banner means a part cannot be produced as placed. The message tells you why: does not fit within the milling table, item is too high, or insoles overlap. Rotate, move, or remove the offending item until the banner clears.
• The table-modified warning appears when the table settings differ from a previous production. Check the document before exporting.
• If credit or token confirmation is on, a payment dialog appears when you export the production file (the machine file, STL, or GCode), not when you choose a production route. Saving an .l3z order file does not count as a production export. Confirm to deduct from your subscription, or pay tokens with Pay tokens. If the balance is too low, an insufficient-balance message is shown.

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For details on production routes and payment, see Producing a design.