Centroid CNC12 Mill Software License for Acorn

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Centroid's CNC12 software ownership is a buy-once, use-forever license model. With Centroid CNC12 you purchase a perpetual software license. This means you own that version of the software indefinitely, with no recurring maintenance fees or subscriptions required to keep using it. The license is tied to a single CNC controller main board, it can be installed on as many computers/cnc12 installations as needed and does not require annual service contracts, recurring subscriptions, internet connections/validations or check-ins on the CNC control.
License Version Upgrades will be provided free of charge for major versions released within 12 months of your original CNC main board (Acorn, AcornSix, Hickory, Allin1DC, Oak, MPU11) purchase.
Licenses purchased within 30 days of a major version release are eligible for a free Version Upgrade to the next version.
More information about the new CNC12 License Version Schema can be found here.

Once a software license has been assigned to a control, it becomes non-transferable with the exception of RMAs. After a software license has been generated it is non-refundable and can not be exchanged for another version of Software unless you are upgrading from Mill Pro to Mill Ultimate. Please see the Acorn FAQ for more information.

Please see the detailed table below describing the differences between Pro and Ultimate software levels

Please be sure that you are purchasing the correct Software Version for your Acorn Install. Mill Licenses only work with Mill Installs, and will not work for Lathe, Router, or Plasma.

The Pro and Ultimate Software is not subscription based, once you purchase the License it is yours for life. Currently we are on CNC12, in the future we may release “CNC13” for instance and there may be a cost to upgrade the software at that point, but you would never lose access to what you already have.

See the "Features" tab for a detailed comparison of Free, Pro, and Ultimate Software Levels

Compatible with:

Acorn CNC Controller Kit (14455)

- 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?
- $224
- Can I buy an Acorn Mill Pro and Acorn Lathe Ultimate for use on the same Acorn Board?
- Yes. You can mix and match any license with the Acorn CNC Control Board. You can run Acorn Router Pro and Acorn Plasma Ultimate on the same Acorn but not at the same time.
- 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. The Mill, Lathe, Router, and Plasma Free versions of Acorn CNC12 control software are 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 licenses are version specific. There is a Pro license for Mill, Lathe, Router, and Plasma. Each version of software also has an Ultimate version as well, with additional features. Please see the Feature Comparison table here.
- 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 Mill, Lathe, Router, and Plasma software?
- 50Kb for Mill, Router, and Plasma. 5Kb for Lathe..
  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. You will receive an email with tracking number when your kit ships.
- Do I have to have a paypal account to order a Acorn Kit?
- No. Add items to the cart with the add to cart button and then select "Credit Card" at Checkout.
- 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 and phone, and will accept bulk orders (5+) via email but website is the preferred method.
  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
  - DMM
  - Teknic Clearpath
  - Gecko
  - Leadshine
  - Teco
  Note: A lack of schematic does not indicate incompatibility. More schematics are avalible from our
  Centroid Schematic Database. 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.