Air Powered Spindle
Is it possible to use an air powered spindle on a cnc machine? I seem to be running into issues with the weight of my electric router and so I was looking at buying a lighter, weaker router like the...
View ArticleH-Bot CoreXY Cube with Fixed Build Plate-
TomH published a new build: Use of V-Slot for frame and rails with option to use identical 500mm uncut lengths: 8 * 20x60 x 500mm 8 * 20x40 x 500mm 7 * 20x20 x 500mm (2 cut into four identical 125mm...
View ArticleMy Belt & Pinion Drive CNC Router
Justin Butler published a new build: My CNC Router design and inspiration came from the Routy CNC project. I modified some of the aspects of the Routy build, but left the original XY dimensions intact....
View ArticlePlease help me choose a controller.
Hi, I would like to buy a new controller for my ox. i had a difficult experience with a controller and currently is almost dead. Now im searching a non expensive controller good for beginners to start...
View ArticleHytech2k's Custom Cuts
I'll post some of my more unique signs and projects here. If anyone has any questions on how they were done feel free to ask !! These are were cut on the Area 51 F-117 Machine. These are just a few,...
View ArticleDistortedDesigns Laser Engraver
DistortedDesigns published a new build: 2 watt laser engraver. Simple, Low Cost, and PortableClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleV-Slot EggBot
kram242 published a new build: The Eggbot is an open-source art robot that can draw on spherical or egg-shaped objects from the size of a ping pong ball size to that of a small grapefruit-- roughly...
View ArticleShapeko 2/ Xcarve using VSlot
Hi, I am new to the forum and CNC in general. I have been exploring to build a hobby CNC and after a lot of looking around, narrowed on Shapeko 2/ Xcarve type design. I wanted to check if anyone has...
View ArticleSmall Scissor Lift with the lead screw
I am looking to do a small scissor lift and wanted to incorporate the lead screw. What other parts from this site would I need to get it going? Thanks
View ArticleSainSmart "Blue" Breakout Board
I have one of these boards and when you combine it with a stepper driver it controls stepper motors very well thru Mach 3. I am trying to figure out how to exactly wire the E-stop. There are directions...
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 ArticleRouty GT2 290 BSX CNC Router, Low Cost and Good!
puntoMX published a new build: The Routy GT2 300 BSX CNC Router is a Low Cost CNC build. It performs the same as the larger Routy's from OpenBuilds but doesn't break the bank!Click to expand... Read...
View ArticlePersnickety Plate Maker
motopreserve published a new build: My very first attempt at a CNC build. Based on the OpenBuilds C-Beam Machine, small tweaks will be made to tailor it for my goals: machining G10, aluminum &...
View ArticlePhlatformer v2
Hello, I have been looking around for a vacuum forming machine for a long time, and could not find one that was either in my price range or was safe enough for me to want in my home. The Phlatformer...
View Articlewhat is the best software for carving
I just ordered all the stuff to build a 1000mm by 1000mm C Beam machine. I am looking through alot of different software and what i am looking for is a easy to use software to do 3d carvings and 3d...
View ArticleScreaming Ox CNC Machine
Motions published a new build: Big brother of the Charging Ox CNC machine.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleGrOX (OX based router)
Jasen Stengel published a new build: 1000mm x 1500mm OX router using Openbuilds parts and plates by Chris LaidlawClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleFARM OX (Four Axis Rotary Machine)
ymilord published a new build: Four Axis Rotary Machine (FARM) OX. Equipped with a X,Z,A & C Axis.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleProximity Switch Question for SainSmart "Blue" Breakout Board
Ok, hopefully the last question for a little while. So I have a 3 Wire Proximity switch that I want to use as a limit switch with my break out board. The switch has 3 colors of wires (blue, brown and...
View ArticleDelta-Six
Sage published a new build: Super rigid Delta printer, using 20X40 V-SlotClick to expand... Read more about this build...
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