Does auto-leveling for Probe Basic exist?
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04 Apr 2026 05:17 #345141
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Does auto-leveling for Probe Basic exist? was created by GeekyBoi
I want to use my CNC to make PCB prototypes and just wanted to check if auto-leveling for Probe Basic exists.
By "auto-leveling" I mean the ability to probe at grid points and modify a gcode file to compensate for an uneven bed/PCB surface.
I have seen some auto-leveling projects compatible with LinuxCNC but not one that is compatible with Probe Basic.
Thanks in advance
By "auto-leveling" I mean the ability to probe at grid points and modify a gcode file to compensate for an uneven bed/PCB surface.
I have seen some auto-leveling projects compatible with LinuxCNC but not one that is compatible with Probe Basic.
Thanks in advance
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04 Apr 2026 15:21 #345164
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Replied by Lcvette on topic Does auto-leveling for Probe Basic exist?
there was a surface map project a while back, not sure if that would be something that was useful or not. but i never really used it much, it seems like it was for larger routers that may have uneven beds, so im sure it could be configured for your use case. maybe the creator of it can chime in. I will ping them on the chat and ask if they can step in and reply.
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06 Apr 2026 22:58 - 06 Apr 2026 23:01 #345247
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Replied by --Matt-- on topic Does auto-leveling for Probe Basic exist?
You may find that the user tab for Z-compensation is suitable for PCB machining (that is what I intend to use it for)...
forum.linuxcnc.org/qtpyvcp/56808-surface...asic?start=13#339938
This lets you probe the surface with a grid and then when compensation is enabled it applies an interpolated Z offset so that it tracks the surface. This way you don't actually have to modify the g-code. (Should make engraving depth more consistent if the bed isn't perfectly level).
forum.linuxcnc.org/qtpyvcp/56808-surface...asic?start=13#339938
This lets you probe the surface with a grid and then when compensation is enabled it applies an interpolated Z offset so that it tracks the surface. This way you don't actually have to modify the g-code. (Should make engraving depth more consistent if the bed isn't perfectly level).
Last edit: 06 Apr 2026 23:01 by --Matt--.
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