{"title":"Control Software","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nShop Mach3 and Mach4 CNC control software for running G-code, controlling machine motion, and operating CNC routers, mills, engravers, and DIY CNC builds.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis collection includes CNC controller software used to interface with compatible motion control hardware, coordinate machine movement, and manage CNC cutting, routing, milling, engraving, and automation tasks.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"control-software-mach3","title":"Mach3 CNC Control Software","description":"Order Mach3 Here: The CNC world's most reliable motion control software. Licenses emailed directly to your inbox. Authorized Mach3 Distributor.    Many viewers write me and ask which software package I would recommend. I can tell you that this is a totally non-biased answer because I was a die-hard EMC2 user until I started to play with Mach3. Don't get me wrong, I still like EMC2, but Mach3 saves me so much time.    This is the license file only. You will need to download the software at this here: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.machsupport.com\/software\/mach3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.machsupport.com\/software\/mach3\/\u003c\/a\u003e    If purchased individually, you will receive a license key and download information in an e-mail.     If purchasing Mach3 as an add-on with one of our Computer CNC Systems, we will preload Mach3 onto the computer at no additional charge.","brand":"BuildYourCNC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45875658522798,"sku":"Mach3 software","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/7516\/3822\/files\/Box-Mach3-800.jpg?v=1730084010"},{"product_id":"control-software-mach4","title":"Mach4 CNC Control Software","description":"This is the newest software offered by the makers of Mach3. Mach4 will have more features and an entirely new interface. Mach4 will also run on most Windows operating systems. You will be able to run a single license on up to 5 machines simultaneously.    Information from the Mach4 webpage: \u003ci\u003e\"Mach4 is completely new software and has less than 1% of the programming code in common with Mach3. It was written from the ground up to be expandable, flexible, and extremely responsive for use with very large files on any operating system; including Windows, Apple, and Linux. While there was only one version of Mach3, Mach4 will be offered in different versions (not including the many customized OEM versions).\"\u003c\/i\u003e     \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.machsupport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/Mach4Hobby_Installer-4.2.0.4300.exe\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDownload Mach4 Software\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ci\u003eNote: This is the base Mach4 software. You will need to purchase and install the license to enable the full version of the software (see registration instructions below).\u003c\/i\u003e    If you are using the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.buildyuurcnc.com\/item\/electronicsAndMotors-electronic-component-breakout-Mach4-mach3-USB-ethernet-Board\"\u003ePokeys57CNC\u003c\/a\u003e Controller, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.poscope.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/downloads\/Pokeys\/LibrariesAndPlugins\/PoKeys%20Mach4%20plugin%208.95.0.5070%20+%20manuals.zip\"\u003e\u003cb\u003edownload the Mach4 plugin and manuals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this controller. You will not need the legacy parallel port plugin with this controller.    \u003cstrong\u003eNew Features on Mach4\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType C (Fanuc) cutter compensation standard in Mach4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore accurate tool path compensation for different size tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved Anti-gouging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynchronous Motion of up to 6 completely separate coordinate systems (instances) at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple heads, machines and processes to produce complex parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsynchronous Motion (out of band axis) to control uncoordinated motion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-change tool changers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobotic Loaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorch height manual compensation control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Axis Work Shifts and Head shifts to offset cutting tool path for multiple work piece holders and fixtures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote Control of machinery (IPC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl or track CNC equipment from a remote location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreatly expanded troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack the operation of equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLink information between other computer applications Excel, etc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Dynamic tool path display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eView, rotate, pan, and scale the tool path quickly and easily to ensure G-code is creating the path you expect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved screen layout and easily customizable screen modification tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange buttons, displays, and indicators easily, quickly, and on the fly!\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cb\u003eParallel Port Legacy Plug-in\u003c\/b\u003e: For compatibility with Parallel Breakout Boards, Mach4 requires an additional $25 purchase for the legacy driver to run off the parallel breakout system.     \u003cb\u003eMach4 Industrial Additional Features\u003c\/b\u003e  Tool Life Management (G10 L3 command), Screw Mapping  Professional Screen Designer (advanced G.U.I.)  - Screen Animation Control  - Screen Integrated Tool Table Control  - Screen Integrated Work Offset Control  - Screen Integrated gcode editor  - Screen Artsoft Wizard Package Integration  Macro B gcode Programming (#variables)  - User definable gcodes via marco calls  - Macro Calls: G65, G66, G66.1  - gcode via marco call (custom G codes via macro B)  - mcode via macro call (custom M codes via macro B)  - mcode via sub code (custom M code via sup program)  - Conditional gcodes  - set VN call - define variable names  gcode Editor Included  Phone support with the developer with priority support.    \u003cb\u003eMach4 Registration Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the demo version of Mach4 Hobby \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.machsupport.com\/software\/\"\u003e here\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, run Mach4 Mill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigate to \"Help\" tab on the top menu and select \"About\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopy Your PC-ID number and include it in the notes when purchasing or email it to customerservice@buildyuurcnc.com with subject line \"Mach4 PC-ID for -your name-\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce we have your PC-ID we will send you the license file that will register your copy of Mach4 and email you the license zip file\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter receiving the file containing your license, save the file into a folder on the same computer you have installed Mach4 on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen Mach4 Mill and navigate to Help and About again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClick on \"Load License File\" and select the license file you have just saved. You will receive a confirmation message that Mach4 is registered and you will be asked to restart your computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003cb\u003eInstructions for Parallel Port Legacy Plug-in\u003c\/b\u003e   You will receive a file emailed to the email address you have used to register on buildyuurcnc.com unless you specify otherwise. \u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note: The Parallel Legacy Plug-in will not run on 64-bit Operating Systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e    Follow the same instructions for Mach4 license file installation for the Parallel Port Legacy Plug-in. First download the demo from the downloads page, extract the files and run the program to install the demo driver. Once you have purchased a license, download the license file, save it to your hard drive, locate it in Mach4 under \"Help\" and \"About\" and then load the license file to register the plugin.     As we do with Mach3, if purchasing Mach4 as an add-on with one of our Computer CNC Systems, we will preload Mach4 onto the redLeaf or redSprout at no additional charge.\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BuildYourCNC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45875667992750,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/7516\/3822\/files\/Mach4screenshot-800.jpg?v=1730085475"},{"product_id":"mach4-industrial-license-file-for-cnc-motion-control-software","title":"Mach4 Industrial License File for CNC Motion Control Software","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:980px;margin:0 auto;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#111;line-height:1.55;background:#fff;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"background:#111;color:#fff;padding:34px 28px;border-radius:14px;margin:0 0 26px;border:1px solid #222;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;color:#111;font-size:12px;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:7px 11px;border-radius:999px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n      Industrial CNC Control Software\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#fff;font-size:36px;line-height:1.12;font-weight:800;letter-spacing:-.03em;\"\u003e\n      Mach4 Industrial License File\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 22px;color:#eee;font-size:18px;line-height:1.6;max-width:780px;\"\u003e\n      Mach4 Industrial is a professional CNC motion-control software license for advanced users, machine builders, OEM-style systems, and industrial CNC control applications. It is designed for use with compatible Mach4 motion-control plugins and external motion control hardware.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:10px;margin:24px 0 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#1b1b1b;border:1px solid #444;padding:14px 10px;border-radius:10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block;color:#fff;font-size:24px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eMach4\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;color:#d9d9d9;font-size:12px;line-height:16px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eIndustrial License\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#1b1b1b;border:1px solid #444;padding:14px 10px;border-radius:10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block;color:#fff;font-size:24px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eDigital\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;color:#d9d9d9;font-size:12px;line-height:16px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eLicense File\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#1b1b1b;border:1px solid #444;padding:14px 10px;border-radius:10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block;color:#fff;font-size:24px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003eCNC\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;color:#d9d9d9;font-size:12px;line-height:16px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eMotion Control\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#1b1b1b;border:1px solid #444;padding:14px 10px;border-radius:10px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong style=\"display:block;color:#fff;font-size:24px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003ePC ID\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;color:#d9d9d9;font-size:12px;line-height:16px;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eRequired\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#111;font-size:28px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eMach4 Industrial Motion Control Software\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 18px;color:#444;font-size:16px;\"\u003e\n      Mach4 Industrial is built for serious CNC control systems where flexibility, customization, and motion-control hardware compatibility matter. Mach4 is not tied to one specific motion controller. To operate a CNC machine, it must be paired with a compatible external motion-control board and the correct Mach4 plugin for that hardware.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:16px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;border-radius:13px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#111;font-size:22px;line-height:1.2;\"\u003eBest for industrial CNC users\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#444;font-size:15px;\"\u003eUse Mach4 Industrial for advanced CNC control builds, OEM-style systems, production equipment, and users who need more capability than basic hobby control software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f2f2f2;border:2px solid #111;border-radius:13px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#111;font-size:22px;line-height:1.2;\"\u003eMotion controller required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#444;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThis license does not replace the motion control board. Confirm your hardware has a compatible Mach4 plugin before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:28px 0;display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:18px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;border-radius:13px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#111;font-size:26px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:12px 0 0;padding-left:20px;color:#444;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eIndustrial Mach4 license for advanced CNC control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDesigned for external motion-control hardware and Mach4 plugins\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSuitable for CNC routers, mills, lathes, plasma, laser, and other supported CNC machine profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eModern Mach4 software platform built separately from legacy Mach3\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eUseful for machine builders, retrofit projects, and higher-end CNC control boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eLicense file delivery for the computer PC ID used during registration\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#111;color:#fff;border-radius:13px;padding:22px;border:1px solid #222;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#fff;font-size:26px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eImportant before buying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:12px 0 0;padding-left:20px;color:#eee;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eA compatible motion controller is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eA compatible Mach4 plugin is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eThe license is tied to the PC ID used for licensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eThis is a digital software license file, not a physical product\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSoftware\/license products may have limited refund eligibility once issued\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConfirm compatibility before ordering if you are unsure\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#111;font-size:28px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eOfficial licensing and setup resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f2f2f2;border:1px solid #d0d0d0;border-left:6px solid #111;padding:22px;border-radius:13px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;color:#333;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        Review the official licensing information and plugin\/setup resources before purchasing. Mach4 Industrial requires the correct license, PC ID, motion controller, and plugin for your control system.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:10px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.machsupport.com\/help-learning\/software-licensing-info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:block;background:#111;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:800;border-radius:10px;padding:16px 18px;font-size:15px;line-height:20px;\"\u003e\n          View Software Licensing Info\n        \u003c\/a\u003e\n\n        \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/7516\/3822\/files\/Software_UC100_Mach4_Ver1.zip?v=1779239267\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:block;background:#fff;color:#111;text-decoration:none;font-weight:800;border:1px solid #111;border-radius:10px;padding:16px 18px;font-size:15px;line-height:20px;\"\u003e\n          Download Software UC100 Mach4 Ver1\n        \u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:16px 0 0;color:#555;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n        The licensing information is provided by MachSupport. The UC100 Mach4 software ZIP is provided as a setup resource for compatible UC100\/Mach4 configurations. Always confirm the license, PC ID, plugin, motion controller, and machine configuration match your exact CNC setup before installing.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#111;font-size:28px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eWho should buy Mach4 Industrial?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;border-radius:13px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#111;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;\"\u003eMachine builders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003eFor users building or retrofitting a serious CNC control system around Mach4-compatible hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;border-radius:13px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#111;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;\"\u003eIndustrial users\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003eFor production-minded buyers who want an industrial Mach4 license instead of the hobby license tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"background:#f2f2f2;border:2px solid #111;border-radius:13px;padding:20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#111;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;\"\u003eAdvanced CNC setups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin:0;color:#444;font-size:14px;\"\u003eFor CNC systems that need compatible external motion control, plugin support, and more advanced setup flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#111;font-size:28px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eCompatibility checklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff;border:1px solid #d9d9d9;border-radius:13px;padding:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:20px;color:#444;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConfirm you need Mach4 Industrial, not Mach4 Hobby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConfirm your motion controller has a Mach4-compatible plugin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConfirm your computer meets the requirements for your Mach4 installation and motion-control hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConfirm your PC ID before license generation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eConfirm whether your controller\/plugin package is compatible with your CNC machine type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eContact us before ordering if you are unsure about controller compatibility, plugin setup, or license requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"background:#111;color:#fff;text-align:center;padding:30px 22px;border-radius:14px;margin:30px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#fff;font-size:30px;line-height:1.18;font-weight:800;\"\u003eMach4 Industrial for serious CNC control systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 auto 18px;color:#eee;max-width:700px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n      Choose Mach4 Industrial if you need a professional CNC control software license for a compatible external motion-controller system. Confirm your PC ID, motion controller, and plugin before purchasing.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/buildyuurcnc.com\/pages\/contact\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;color:#111;text-decoration:none;font-weight:800;border-radius:9px;padding:13px 17px;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;\"\u003e\n      Ask a Compatibility Question\n    \u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BuildYourCNC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47874898788526,"sku":null,"price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/7516\/3822\/files\/Mach4LicInd_Mach4IndustrialLicenseFile.png?v=1779238591"}],"url":"https:\/\/buildyuurcnc.com\/collections\/control-software.oembed","provider":"BuildYourCNC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}