C-BEAM-GTC
GinoTheCop published a new build: Building a larger C-BEAM CNC Machine with no previous experience.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleOpenBuilds OX CNC Machine
kram242 published a new build: OpenBuilds OX CNC Machine. A strong easy to build shop CNC router that can be sized to suit your needs. Many new features have been incorporated into the OX to make it a...
View ArticleTriple C-Bot
adamcooks published a new build: Based on the work of Carl Feniak and his C-Bot. A robust Core XY style 3D printer that has a clean parallel belt implementation and whose dimensions are adaptable to...
View ArticleCNC xPRO Driver
Michael published a new build: Spark Concepts CNC xPRO Driver. A new GRBL compatible, all-in-one stepper driver board with 4 motor controllers for XYZ + 1 clone (or rotary!). Capable of powering your...
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 ArticleMk 3/4 , Gecko g540? Looking to upgrade from X pro V2
Hello, I am looking to upgrade the board and interface for my nema 23 3-axis machine. My main focus is reliability. I need something that can run for hours at a time doing light work in the shop. I...
View ArticleHidden Connections
This is just a simple idea I was thinking about regarding non-structural hidden connections. Overall the connections seem relatively stout as the screw head has a reasonable amount of plastic locked...
View ArticleNothing Works!
Hi all I am new to this and just building my first CNC machine, I have it all built and ready to go however nothing works as advertised. The board is Arduino Uno powered from 12v PSU with a CNC...
View ArticleC-Beam Machine XLarge
Moag published a new build: A rigid and wide format, plate and carving CNC.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleMy first 3D printer: Absolute3Dr
Philippe Bergeron published a new build: You are about to read the evolution of my 3d Printer build.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleBLOG POST: How to Build a Spoiler Board
View attachment 20332 Make a spoiler board for your CNC Machine that will have you up and cutting in no time with these detailed instructions and step by step photographs! HOW TO MAKE A SPOILER BOARD
View ArticleDoubling all beam axis to prevent twist - Stronger than the OX?
I'm getting quite excited about what I see is being done and what is possible with the OpenBuilds C-beam system. I am an Electronics teacher at a local college, and we have the facility to produce...
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 ArticleLCD Based SLA Resin Printer
evilc66 published a new build: SLA resin printer based on a gen3/4 iPad Retina display. The design intent is to create a printer with the highest resolution possible with a lower cost of entry compared...
View ArticleNew here, and have a question re: Power supplies
Hi all, new to openbuilds and have purchased a C-beam XL bundle. Was just looking for some opinions on what kind of Power supplies the Stepper that come with the kit require. Thanks and am looking...
View ArticleESTLCAM V9
Has anyone used Estlcam before? Pros and cons of it? I am interested in any advice the community has to offer.
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Halloween Gravestone for Zero (Nightmare Before Christmas)
I wanted to add a new gravestone to the foam Halloween graveyard and thought Zero's would be a great addition. So with this picture, and various similar projects on the internet as my inspiration, I...
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SketchUcam
Discuss all things related to SketchUcam here SketchUCam is free plugin written for the Google SketchUp CAD program that allows the creation of Gcode to control your cnc machines and bring your...
View ArticleMy own controller board
A newbie builder here but with plenty of electronics experience. I made my first laser controller by putting together an Arduino and a grbl shield. However it all needed to be hooked up with separate...
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