Advanced Metal CNC

Tormach PCNC 440 CNC Metal Mill

Description

This is a computer controlled metal mill.

Requirements for Use

Required Badge

This badge is required to use the Tormach PCNC 440.

Unlike many other badges this can't be learned in a single session.

To earn this badge your options are:

1. Earn both the Shapeoko CNC and the Bridgeport Badge, take the metal CNC class when offered (or request a private class).

2. Submit evidence of professional/education experiences with a similar machine and then pass test out with facilitator.

Prerequisite

Badge Prerequisite

Watch Video

Documentation

Training_Documentation

Pass Quiz

Submit documentation or complete a workshop

Facilitator Checkout

Sun, Nov 9 2025, 10am - 1pm

Request Appointment

Estimated Minutes for Checkout

120 Minutes

Special Requirements

Eye protection at or surpassing the ANSI Z87.1-2015 standard for specific tools, as well as at all times when in wood or machine shop.

Including sleeves, headphones, hoodie strings, long hair.

Closed toed shoes are required.

Instructions for Use

Ensure tool dimensions are set since they are different lengths.

We strongly suggest getting familiar with the interface for the CNC by using the free online simulator of the software at: