Remote Controlled Robot Spider(Teaching Tool)
Jose A. Molina published a new build: This Project is meant to teach introductory robotics and arduino styled micro-controllers to HS and MS students.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleMove the bed up/down instead of the router ?
Hi, Are there any designs that move the bed up and down, instead of the router head ? Maybe with four lab-jacks or similar ? It would make the z-axis a lot simpler I think,... Thank you,
View ArticleStepper motors not moving
I just recently changed my Folgertech kossel boards for a azteeg x5 mini v2. Most items are working like endstop switches, thermistors, hotend cartridge and heated bed. The motors are the only thing...
View ArticleWatercooled 3D printer : Maximus Evo Rev 2
mytechno3d published a new build: Watercooled 3D printerClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleBike Skewers
Hi. I have a whole bunch of cheap bike skewers (40? 50?) that I'm willing to give out for just the cost of shipping. Feel free to ask for more than one. They are the short 140mm skewer out of the pair...
View ArticleGrbl Panel Control
A place to discuss all things related to the Grbl panel control. Grbl Panel GitHub - https://github.com/gerritv/Grbl-Panel Grbl Panel Wiki - https://github.com/gerritv/Grbl-Panel/wiki What is Grbl...
View ArticleNEMA 17 Steppers adequate?
I am looking at building an Ox style setup (approx. 700 x 900). I have NEMA 17 steppers and the control board sitting around and would like to use these on the setup to save some money. I do not plan...
View Articleproper wire type for cnc machines
I understand that the wiring of limit switches needs to be with shielded cable. Does this also apply to other wiring on the machine, motors, e stop, switches, etc.
View ArticleAdvice on router design?
Hi guys, I have been lurking for a while after finding Openbuilds while looking at CNC routers. So I need some advice from you awesome people, because I cannot work out what I want/need. Basically I...
View ArticleWorld’s largest self-assembly (DIY) style CO2 laser cutter and engraver
Yoshiya Arii published a new build: This is the world’s largest self-assembly style CO2 laser cutter and engraver. It uses high-power 40W CO2 laser tube and has the cutting area as big as 60cm*40cm. It...
View ArticleIndieLC
Indieflow published a new build: A lightweight, portable, accurate 3D Printer that has a good sized print area and small overall footprint that is easy to build, with easy to source components. The...
View ArticleCore-V
runninfarmer published a new build: CoreXY buildClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleVoxel OX 3D Printer
Marshall Peck published a new build: An open source 3D printer design with a sturdy V-Slot frame.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleFirst 3d build
jjcolletta published a new build: I am building a simple home brewed printer. I have a background in industrial automation so I figured how hard could this be. The mechanical build was pretty smooth as...
View ArticleHave a movable limit switch trigger the next line of code?
Using PlanetCNC MK3/4 controller, 'CNC USB Controller' software. So I've got a tool that has to extend a measurement probe out to a cotton bale to take a reading, then retract, then raise, then take...
View ArticleC-Beam based modular Resin Printer
Jim S published a new build: The build is based on a 500mm C-Beam and the SeeMeCNC FlexVat. The C-Beam is both the linear motion and a structural element of the design. The frame that holds the 45...
View ArticleWE NEED YOUR HELP - Support Open Source development
Guys, Some of the leading innovators and contributors in the OpenSource community, including OpenBuilds own @Anthony Bolgar , Peter van der Walt (@openhardwarecoza ), Brandon Satterfield (SMW3D),...
View ArticleLimit switch connector size
Does anyone know where I can find spade connectors of the size to fit the terminal tab on OB's limit switches.....or are they even called spade connectors.I doubt that I will get them wired correctly...
View ArticleMS Anniversary update & Logitech webcams
Hi All, a little off topic from CNC stuff I know, if you're fortunate to have a webcam monitoring your machine doing it's stuff then beware the 'Anniversary' update from MS, it'll trash your Logitech...
View ArticleWiring CNC xPRO v2 and high torque motors
My electronics skills are rather rusty these days. I wanted to get recommendations for the gauge wire I need to use to extend the connection from the nema23 high torque motors used with the c-beam...
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