Craftsman Reconditioned CompuCarve (CC R01)
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Craftsman Reconditioned CompuCarve (CC R01) Reviews


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2.94 of 5 (by 16 reviewers)
Rating Summary | 56% of reviewers recommend (9 out of 16)

Pros
  • carvewright forum is invaluable (4)
  • cheaper than new and works (3)
  • half the price of a new unit. (2)
  • great cnc even new (1)
Cons
  • poor job of refurbishing (4)
  • not refurbished, just cleaned up. (3)
  • sears service (2)
  • must use carvewright forum (1)
  • only works with wood, plastics and foams (1)
  • this is not a learn as you go machine (1)
Most Helpful Favorable Review

“I really like It”

I was not sure about getting this machine after reading the reviews . But after owning it a week I'm satisfied with the way it works . I've carved trees and owls on some cabinets. Put some auto carvings on a tool box. I can see buying the machine is just the start if you want to realize the carvewrights...

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Posted on Mar 18, 2011
Most Helpful Critical Review

“prepare to be frustrated”

Have only had mine for a couple weeks, refurbished, first the memory card didn't work, then constant door open failure, now with less than 70 hours, mostly sitting idle, one of the three motors appear to have burned out. $1500 for the unit, another $300 probe and program, $300 worth of bits, $100 program...

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Posted on Apr 06, 2010

Craftsman Reconditioned CompuCarve (CC R01) Reviews

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“Love the machine but be prepared.”

I love my machine the but I am going to say you better have some know how.  When this machine works it carves some beautiful pieces.  But there are little glitches from time to time sensors that go bad parts to replace.  If you are going to buy this machine thinking it is plug and play walk away now.  Because it will take time to learn and you will spend time in Repairs.  I am currently buying my second machine and would not trade it for the world but the honest fact is there are allot of moving parts that can and will break over time.  So if you follow the instructions very carefully and...

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Posted on Mar 23, 2010

“Don't be a chump! Steer clear of CompuCarve.”

The worst QC I've ever encountered.  After I get mine back I'll be selling it for parts, with just 14 hours on it!  First my "reconditioned" machine had to be returned because of problems with the crank system.  Then it had to be returned because of "power fluctuation" detector problems.  A new power supply just made the problem worse.  Now CW won't or can't fix it.  They won't return telephone calls.  Wasted money, wasted time.
Posted on Nov 19, 2009

“Not worth the hassle”

Bought from outlet center, brought box home and was missing parts.

Went back to outlet center and they took information and said they would call. No call. Went back next day to outlet center and they now indicated I would have to go to the Home repair and parts center down the road.

Went to Sears Home repair and parts center and they said anytime you buy a reconditioned unit you can expect parts to be missing and that they could not help me. They also said they do not work on the Compucarve units. I pointed out that the manual that clearly stated reconditioned on it indicated what should be in...

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Posted on Nov 24, 2009

“trash trash trash”

I have carved 4 signs with the Sears Compucarve.  First the Qc (quick change chuck) fell apart, I replaced it with an aftermarket chuck( Rock Chuck).Then, I got a y and z rail stall error message over and over. I returned the unit to the Sears Service Center with a list of problems. Today my original machine was returned to me. The message on the work order was "can not repair parts not available"  Sears is about to lose a customer. If you purchase one of these machines make sure you save the shipping box, you will probably need it to return the machine.
Posted on Oct 04, 2009

“Craftsman Reconditioned CompuCarve”

On the second time I used the machine the handle (gears) broke. Several days later I received a replacement. Works fine now. Not quite what I expected, but it seems to work. I just have to buy more bits and take my time reading and learning how to get the most out of it. not something you can just learn the first day. Found a few web sites that helped.
Posted on Jan 31, 2009

“Great machine”

A low price machine for introduction to cnc router. Small size (14X36) without additional support(length has no limit). Depth limited to .75 Most work done at .25. May be carved on both side. Support is by phone or email and may be slow. Software updated about 6 months.
Posted on Mar 09, 2010

“Very Disappointed”

Received my "Reconditioned" machine today. I know it was reconditioned and not new but I was really shocked to see it arrive in the condition it did. Surely when they "recondition" one they at least clean the sawdust out, and make some attempt to clean the machine up, but evidently not. This machine really looked like it had seen some harsh abuse. The machine ran about 2 minutes and I got the message to clean the Y rods. Now let's go on to the machine. I am somewhat familiar with the machine so I know how to design the projects and what the machines are suppose to do. I have watched every video... read full review »
Posted on Feb 17, 2009

“Not so great”

I bought a reconditioned Compucarve to use in a small craft business. The software is user friendly. Like any other program, it takes a little while to learn its capabilities. The machine is capable of doing so much more than I realized. However, after spending about 12 hours spread out over a few days, this machine has yet to make anything. To add salt to the wound, it broke a bit already which cost $51 to replace. It is all good until it comes time to actually carve or cut something then it is a total let down. The machine stalls, or has trouble measuring a board or just "homes" over and over... read full review »
Posted on Dec 28, 2008

“Learn about the machine!”

My experience was 100% positive! When buying the " reconditon" ask questions! If like me buying unsight unseen ask about the condtion. Ask the salesperson to turn the machine on and tell you how many hours are on the cut motor. How many hours are on the machine while it sat idle, then how many hours on the scanning.


Ask about the assesories like the bits, have they been used or are they still in the original packages? Ask them to do a sensor check . Have them open and close the cover. Now if you can go to the store with the CC, take a board with you and check the board sensor.

I know reconditioned...

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Posted on Feb 12, 2010

“The Compucarve is awesome, comparable to a Star Trek replicator.”

The Compucarve is the poor man's Santa Claus Machine! Nothing short of awesome. Haven't you always wanted your own Star Trek replicator? Well for now this is as good as it gets for under $1,000. Paid half the cost of a new unit, except for the packaging looks and functions like new! With this machine and some great internet resouces (the CarveWright forum is a good example), there's not much you can't do. However, a word of advice... "Patience young grasshopper", there is a learning curve.
Posted on Dec 01, 2009

“So far great”

I bought a reconditioned Compucarve in mid December. I took the time to review all the documentation on the Carvewright web site and downloaded an updated manual as well as the software upgrade available. I first decided to try a simple sign just to see it work. I immediately got a message to do a scan and an error message when I could not do what it asked. I went on the net and shortly after a post on the Carvewright forum I had an answer that worked. From the message it appears to me that the prior owner had made a mistake on the manu and did not get it corrected. The machine has worked very... read full review »
Posted on Jan 05, 2009

“I love this machine, it does so many things.”

I am still perfecting my skills with the CompuCarve. I have done many projects and have found this machine to be excellent. The only thing that I am still trying to figure out is carving corian. The sensor has a terrible time sensing the corian. Overall I love the machine.
Posted on May 30, 2009

“re-furb Compucarve”

I wasn't sure about this product after reading some of the reviews but I have not had any problems with it at all. Once you understand how it works (READ MANUAL and read it over again) it works well and isn't that hard to work with. I got this for X-mas and yes a couple of weeks early and had to try it out. Well I used it to make some of the gifts I gave out. The favorite gift that people loved was I bought cutting boards and carved them with Christmas 2008. My plans for this compucarve is to use for cutting guitar tops as well as necks and other parts. thank sand Happy carving. :) -Mike
Posted on Dec 25, 2008

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