Nox 1500mm x 1500mm C-Beam
P. ry published a new build: C-Beam build using a double C-Beam for the X axis. 1500mm x 1500mmClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleRack and Pinion
Hi guys first attempt at rack and pinion, not sure how to workout the steps and velocity, Rack mod1 20 tooth pinion, with 2:1 reduction, 20 tooth and 40, could not get 15 tooth in 8mm bore for 3:1 Nema...
View ArticleQuestions about C-Beam
This is my first post, and I would like to say hello to everybody here. This looks like a neat community, and I'm glad that I found this site. I am new to CNC and am considering one of the C-Beam kits...
View ArticleOverview of 3D-printer types and architectures
Hello OpenBuilds! I'm a mechatronicengineer student and together with a group of engineerstudents are going to design and build a 3D-printer that prints chocolate. We've got some design ideas and have...
View ArticleC-Beam™ Machine - Plate Maker
kram242 published a new build: This C-beam Machine is an in affordable CNC plate maker and 3D carving machine!Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticlemBOX
Asaku published a new build: Hi! This build is, or at least should be, a multipurpose box (mBOX). Due to limited space I want to build something that can serve multiple purposes such as 3d printing, 3d...
View ArticleOpenBuilds Router/Spindle Mount Adapter (71mm to 65mm)
Tyler Harney submitted a new resource: OpenBuilds Router/Spindle Mount Adapter (71mm to 65mm) - Router/Spindle Mount Adapter This is an adapter ring that takes the OpenBuilds Router/Spindle Mount 71mm...
View ArticleBrushless Motor Foam Cutter and cutting sheet foam
It has been suggested to me that the RC'ers here on Openbuilds might be interested in my Brushed/Brushless Motor Foam Cutter. The method is "novel/unique" but not new... I've been using it for several...
View ArticleIs it possible to repair clear coat scratches in aluminium V-Slot extrusions?
I've noticed that over time small scratches may develop in the clear coating of the aluminium V-Slot extrusions. This isn't really unique to V-Slot it happens across the board with clear coat but...
View ArticleDelta-Six
Sage published a new build: Super rigid Delta printer, using 20X40 V-SlotClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleIncrease Accuracy
Hi Guys I've just finished building my ox cnc and am getting used to the combo of sketchup and aspire. Now im imported this following item into aspire from sketchup and added all the bits needed to get...
View ArticleAdvice on new build
I am currently building a cnc router/mill which will be similar to the c beam bigmouth. I have 1 or 2 operations that will require 5-6 inches of height on the Z axis. One of the operations requires...
View ArticleUsing Delrin blocks instead of wheels on gantry.
Hi.. short time lurked, first time poster here.. so I found out what a CNC was about two months ago.. And had to have one! As such I started making the plans and ordering the parts.. And am running...
View ArticleV-slot and MDF DeltaBot
mrtinkerer published a new build: This is a deltabot 3D printer build using CNC routed MDF and v-slot rails. Full description found in instructables.com.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleWide Blade Safety Scraper
View attachment 18882 Have something extra laying around your shop? Someone may be able to make good use of it! Create your own listing! Make someone's day by giving it away!...
View ArticleIs V-slot available in 1800mm or 2000mm lengths....?
Is V-slot available in lengths longer than 1500mm ? Could I custom order lengths from the parts store? I am looking for V-Slot 20mm x 80mm in at least a 1800mm to 2000mm length to work on longer wood...
View ArticleA word to the wise. (Info)
On Friday I purchased one of these 'Universal Tool Grinders' that are copies of the 'Deckel' type grinder, it was a reasonable price of £400 S/H from a local locksmith as it was surplus to requirement....
View Articlearduino driver for openbuilds nema17 stepper
What is the easiest driver to interface an Arduino Uno to this stepper: NEMA 17 Stepper Motor I tried the Adafruit motor shield, but it is not current-limited and at 12v the motor pulled too much...
View ArticleCorrision resistance of materials
I am wondering if openbuilds provides any material maintenance guidance. You provide parts made of aluminum, low carbon steel, zinc, stainless steel,etc.. I am not a material expert but will contact...
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