AcornSix CNC Controller Kit

Name: AcornSix CNC Controller Kit
Brand: CENTROID CNC
SKU: 15136
Price: 1099.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (1 reviews)

SKU: 15136 Category: CNC Controllers Tag: AcornSix Compatible

Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 1 customer rating

(1 customer review)

$1,099.00

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Centroid AcornSix CNC controller kit (#15136) includes:
- 1x AcornSix CNC control board
- 2x Acorn Plug and Play Relay8 Module
- 1x Dual power 5 VDC and 24 VDC logic power supply
  - 50/60 Hz 100-120 VAC/208-240 VAC input power
- 1x 15’ Shielded Ethernet cable
- 1x Riser Mounting Pan

Additional AcornSix highlights:
- Comes with Centroid CNC12 "Free" CNC Software Download, Pro, Ultimate, and Ultimate Plus Software sold separately
- Touch Screen Responsive Operator Controls
- DIY self-service CNC support thru Centroid Community CNC Forum which is Centroid Technician monitored and maintained.
- Optional Factory Direct Technical Support: $120/hr.

(Note: A 1920x1080 wide screen LCD Display is required and a Touch Screen is recommended.)

Acorn CNC control kits are both a CNC Hardware and CNC Software DIY system designed to work together for easy CNC setup and operation with minimal fuss.

Centroid "AcornSix" Step and Direction CNC Controller kit: a 6 axis CNC control with built-in motion control CPU.

A reliable, high performance, industrial quality CNC control at a do-it-yourself price. AcornSix utilizes an integrated 1Ghz ARM Cortex A8 Motion Control CPU and communicates with CNCPC via a fast and reliable Ethernet connection. The AcornSix CNC control board controls a wide variety of axis motors and drives with industry standard step and direction command signal. Perfect for many types of machine tools such as: CNC milling machines, a wide variety of CNC Routers, CNC lathes to CNC Lasers, and other specialty applications. Compatible with small to large axis motors of all types and can be used with most any AC brushless servo motor drive packages such as: DMM, Delta, Estun, Teco, Teknic, Yaskawa and others. Any drive that accepts step and direction commands. Most all stepper motor drives are compatible with the AcornSix such as the popular Gecko and Leadshine stepper drives. AcornSix runs on Centroid's proven industrial quality CNC control software.

On board 1Ghz Motion Control CPU
Mill,Router,& Lathe CNC software with setup Wizard
Touch screen operators control panel (user configurable VCP)
Reliable Ethernet communication with CNCPC
Runs on Windows 10/11
Compatible with CAD/CAM systems
Runs Standard G & M Codes
True G-code back plot graphics w cutter comp moves
2000 line accell decell look ahead
1200 blocks per second
Backlash compensation
Ballscrew compensation
Feed rate override operator variable 0-200% at 1% increments
Rapid rate override
Spindle Control. on/off cw/cw, speed w/override
qty 2. 16 bit analog output 0-10,+-10, 0-5, +-5 VDC for VFD control
16 optically isolated inputs, user configurable
16 Relay Outputs, user configurable
Three Encoder Inputs for Encoders,Scales, MPG's
Spindle Encoder RPM display
Simple Menu Driven Operator Interface
Stop and Restart Job at any point
Tool Check, Jog and Restart at any point
Cutter Compensation
Conductive touch probe compatible
KP-3 Kinematic touch probe compatible
Lube Pump control (user configurable to match pump type)
MDI mode with recent command memory
Programmable Auxiliary Function keys
Multiple Language Support
User editable PLC programming
Part counter, Time, Time estimation
Simple Future Software updates available
Notepad ++ G code editor
Utility Menu
Backup and Restore CNC config
Message Display and Logs
Open Loop CNC operation
Unlimited Program Storage (Pro License, only limited by hard drive size)
Large easy to read DRO display
Menu Driven Part setup
Menu Driven Tool setup
Menu driven machine configuration setup
Fill in the blank Setup Menus
Run Menu
CNC control configuration menu
Restart Job Automatically
Any axis can be linear or rotary axis
G-code smoothing (user adjustable)
Auto Home to switch, user selectable direction per axis
Auto Parking, User editable
ZRI input homing
User editable Homing program
Software Travel Limits (+ and - directions)
User configurable Slow, Fast, Max rates
User configurable axis motor acceleration
Spindle encoder input for CSS, Threading and Rigid Tapping
Lathe canned cycles (profile, groove, chamfer, cutoff,turning diameter and end face)
Lathe Dry Run
User editable Park program
Wireless MPG control pendant (Pro license required)
Keyboard Operator Control panel emulator,
Xkeys USB control pad compatible
Contour ShuttleXpress compatible
Xbox controller compatible
Gcode backplot checks work envelope
G code backplot shows true cutter comp moves
Vary part backplot speed and pause
w/ G-code line display
Real Time Part Graphics, shows tool position while running
Optional Stops
User editable Subprograms and Macros
Engraving compatible (short vector g code no problem)
Threadmilling (Mill)
Run in Inch or MM mode
Laser cutting and engraving support
PWM output control for Laser and/or Spindle
Tool Library
Long part names
Drilling and Tapping Cycles
USB and Network Drive Compatible
Distance to go DRO
Machine Coordinates DRO
Active G codes display
Software or Hardware paired axes
Auto Squaring of paired axis Gantry
Tool Life Management
Reset Home
Control relays and contactors thru Manual or Program control
User configurable custom DIY M-codes
Canned Cycles
Profiling with auto cleanout (lathe)
X/Y axis Deskew, corrects for axes out of square.
Mouse and Keyboard jogging in addition to VCP, MPG Pendant and Xkeys pendant, Contour Shuttle
Runs on 100-120 VAC OR 200-240 VAC power input.
Runs on USA and International Power

AcornSix Install Manual
AcornSix System Overview
Acorn Quck Start Guide
Centroid Schematics Database, Search for AcornSix
Centroid Tech Bulletins
Current Mill Manual
Current Lathe Manual

- Can I buy one Pro Acorn CNC12 license and use it on several Acorn CNC control boards?
- No, the Centroid Acorn Pro and Ultimate licenses are tied to the Acorn board serial number. When purchasing a Pro or Ultimate license, the Acorn serial number is required and then a Pro or Ultimate license is created that matches the Acorn board serial. When the CNC12 software starts, it checks the Pro or Ultimate license against the Acorn board that is connected to the CNCPC for a match. If it matches, then that particular level (Pro or Ultimate) of CNC12 software is made active. If it doesn't match, then the CNC12 software runs at the "Free" level. (So Acorn CNC12 will run without any license installed)
- If I buy an Acorn Mill Pro CNC12 license and then decide to upgrade to an Ultimate license how much does that cost?
- $299
- Can I buy an Acorn Mill Pro and Acorn Lathe Pro and Acorn Ultimate for use on the same Acorn Board?
- Yes.
- Can I ask Centroid to move a Pro or Ultimate software License from one Acorn board to another?
- If Centroid issues an RMA for an Acorn board to be returned, any License associated with that board can be transferred to another Acorn board.
- Do I have to state at time of purchase what machine I plan on using the Acorn with?
- No. Both the Mill and Lathe Free version of Acorn CNC12 control software is available for download so you can configure the Acorn controller for a wide variety of machine tools. The hardware doesn't care what kind of machine it connected to.
- If I bought an Acorn Mill Pro License, can I use it with the Acorn Lathe Software?
- No. The Acorn Pro License is Mill and Lathe specific. There is a Pro License for Mill and there is a Pro license for Lathe.
- If I destroyed the BBG (Beagle Bone Green) that came with my Acorn board can I supply my own?
- Yes, but the License file(s) that were issued for that Acorn will not work with the new BBG. Centroid offers License transfer service for $29 which requires you to email us a report.zip file to diysales@centroidcnc.com. Information on how to generate a report.zip file is here.
- How big of a G-code program can I run with the Free version of CNC12 software?
- 50Kb.
  To give you an idea of what can be done with the Free version of the Acorn CNC12 software: on our website is a part program for a SEM DC servo motor cover plate, below on the left is the plate being installed and on the right is the tool path that was used to make the cover plate. This G code program to make this part is 5Kb in size.
  
  This is pretty typical of a home hobby shop type part. The G code file generated by a cad cam system or in this case Centroid's Intercon conversational programming software (with comments!) to make this part the G-code program is only 5kb in size. The Centroid FREE version of CNC12 has a file size limitation of 50KB so you could run a G code program 10 times this size with the Free version of CNC12. As you can see, you can do a lot even with the Free version of the Acorn CNC12 software.
  
  The 5kb Gcode program used to cut this SEM servo motor cover plate is available here (click to view, right click link and Save as to download).
  
  Note: The Centroid PRO version of CNC12 has no file size limitation so you could run a file as large as the hard drive on the CNCPC and the Ultimate License also has no file size limitation. (only limited by the size of the CNCPC hard drive space)
- How long does it take to ship the Acorn CNC control kit?
- Typically the Acorn CNC control kits are in stock ready to ship and ship within one or two business day from Howard, PA via UPS GND. You will receive an email with tracking number when your kit ships.
- Can I order an Acorn CNC control kit over the phone? And do you
  have resellers in the EU?
- Yes. Centroid accepts orders for Acorn kits through our website, phone, and email.
  We do ship internationally! International shipping will be calculated after the sale typical Air Freight cost range in the $70 to $120 for typical Acorn kit international orders.
  Alternatively, below a list of other locations to purchase the Acorn CNC controller.
  - USA
  - International
  Buy an Acorn equipped Machine Tool. Machine Tool Builders and Retrofitters using Acorn CNC controllers.
- Do you have a list of drives that Acorn works with?
- The Acorn CNC controller commands many different types of servo and stepper motor drives with industry standard "Step and Direction" drive communication signals. Any drive that accepts Step and Direction is compatible with the Acorn CNC Controller. The list of known compatible drives is too long to list so we've highlighted a few here:
  - Yaskawa
  - Delta
  - Estun
  - Panasonic
  - DMM
  - Teknic Clearpath
  - Gecko
  - Leadshine
  - Teco
  Note: A lack of schematic does not indicate incompatibility. More schematics are avalible from our
  Centroid Schematic Database, just search Acorn. Also feel free to ask around or search on our Free Community Support Forum as well.
- How do I contact Technical Support?
- Free Acorn Technical Support is available 24/7 on the Acorn CNC community support forum. Here is how to sign up for the Free Support Forum. Centroid Direct Technical Support is available for $120/hr. one hour min. You can purchase support here then email support@centroidcnc.com with a current Report.zip file.
- Do I need to purchase a PC from Centroid or can I build my own?
- Ready to run Centroid CNCPC's are avalible for sale from Centroid, alternatively you can supply your own CNCPC as long as it meets the Centroid Minimum PC performance specifications found here.
- What is the Acorn Return, Warranty and Repair policies?
- Please see this page for complete details.
- Is there a return restocking fee?
- Yes. There is a 15% restocking fee on all returned parts and products.

1 review for AcornSix CNC Controller Kit

Rated 5 out of 5

Uwe Mattern – July 24, 2024

I am using Acorn Six for a lathe with additional C / Y axis and a second spindle for live tooling.
Axes are driven with JMC AC servos with 400kHz step rate and full closed loop with linear scales.
Spindles are also JMC AC servos in speed mode +-10V
It is also possible to use the Z Index from the scales for a high precision homing
Setup is fast and easy with the Wizard. The CNC is really fast, rigid tapping or threading with 3000 rpm is no problem. The axes are moving fast with smooth acceleration/deceleration easy to tune further with a few settings. The CNC PC is connected with ethernet cable, the real time motion control is processed on the Acorn Six board so it has not to rely on the CNC PC running with Win10/11. With a CNC PC set up to Centroids specifications and using an SSD drive the PC is booting in seconds and while working there is no noticeable delay in the CNC operations.
The UI is optimized for a fast workflow to the type of machine Acorn Six have to control.
I am working a lot with custom macros and sub programs, so another thing I like is that the system variables and parameters are the same on all Centroid controls. You can use your knowledge from customizing one machine on the next one regardless which controller or machine type.
Acorn Six is a very reliable and easy to maintain CNC system, very well documented to do your own customizing.