CNC Router/Salmon Dryer ;)
If you build a larger CNC Router, it can double as a place to dry your salmon so it forms a pellicle for the smoke to stick to prior to putting in in the smoker. View attachment 19968
View ArticleCNC Software
I have been doing CNC as a hobby for many years using a machine that I built using MDF, roller skate bearings, storefront aluminum, and black gas pipe (machine designed by John Kleinbauer at...
View ArticleOx kits
is there a place to buy a turn key ox 2*4 kit. I don't want to go hunting anything for the build.? Also I am looking for a diy laser kit 40 to 60 watts. Crash5050
View ArticleLooking for a CNC Router Kit
Is anyone able to provide info on a complete CNC router kit? Specifically, I'd like one that either comes with all necessary components including electrical and control, or at least explicit...
View ArticleFixed screw/moving nut makeover of my cnc
Hi all, i have never particulary liked the quality of my x-axis (long axis in my case). Simply buying a new one wasn`t likely to change to the better, buying a high quality one was ... well expensive....
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 ArticlexPro v2 Hard Limit error message
I am in the process of testing a new machine with the xPro and have been receiving the following messages back from the controller: ALARM: Hard limit. This typically happens when I am running the...
View Article2 or 3 TB6560 chips
Hello all, I am looking for 2 or maybe 3 Toshiba TB3560AHQ chips. I have a bunch of nema 23 steppers (4 wire) I can trade. The steppers are MAE HS200 2231 4 amp. Large motors. Looks like they have a...
View ArticleWhat Spindle Are You Using?
What spindle/router are you guys using for your CNC routers? How do they work with various materials? What kind of results are you getting?
View ArticleSchematix OX metal build
Joe 90 published a new build: OX metal build from an noobClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleVertical Open Crawlbot Style
Hi folks, I'm thinking of building a CNC router in the crawlbot style, but hanging vertically to minimize space. The object would simply be to cut parts entirely out of MDF or plywood, no vertical...
View ArticleC-Bot
Carl Feniak published a new build: A robust Core XY style 3D printer that has a clean parallel belt implementation and whose dimensions are adaptable to meet builders needs. The use of open builds...
View ArticleAsk Grbl CNC questions here.
Hello Open Builds Community! I'm the lead developer of the Grbl CNC project, which is the firmware that runs most of the Arduino/AVR-based CNC machines out there. Mark Carew has recently brought me on...
View Article1000mm and 1500mm 20x40
Does anyone know when the store is going to have more rail in this size available?
View ArticlePost your working electronics package
Hi. First post here. I am building a C BEAM X, a 500 x 500 in the XL pattern. I have a good handle on the mechanicals but choosing the control bits and pieces is confusing. I'm asking for those who...
View ArticleC-Beams, Ball Screws, and MGN Rails
Latest project on hold for parts (AWP ) so I thought I’d post some pics of my C-Beam experiment. C-Beam with Relatively inexpensive stainless steel MGN12 linear rails and 1204 ball screws. View...
View ArticleNeed some parts cutting in the UK (C-Beam parts)
I have tried with no luck to get some local machine shops to make me the plates to begin my C-Beam build. I need to get moving quickly as I need to get mine built so I can put it to work. So I am...
View ArticleC-Beam cnc
Kyo published a new build: A strong desktop cnc router that will enable you to make larger aluminium plates without taking up to much room. Simple, strong and opensource ! Build one today..Click to...
View ArticleTiming Pulleys 60T .080P
View attachment 18886 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 ArticleDropping Z axis on E Stop
Hi everyone If I trigger either the E Stop or any limit switch, everything stops moving as it should but the Z Axis then sinks quite quickly under gravity allowing the still spinning bit to drive...
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