Software & calibrating
I am new to CNC builds (haven't heard that before). My build is similar to Marks OX but the size is different I have a 60" x 30" OX router built. I'm running the CNC xPRO Driver controller. I have...
View ArticleHow to recycle HDPE (bottles, caps, etc.) into sheets / blocks to CNC
Serge E. submitted a new resource: How to recycle HDPE (bottles, caps, etc.) into sheets / blocks to CNC - A very good Instructables showing how to easily recycle HDPE and work with the material In a...
View ArticleQuestions about accuracy and how to increase it
Hello everyone, I'm new and I'm looking forward to this world of mini CNC milling machines, but I'm a polymechanic and have been instructed on CNC milling machines and lathes, although I did not use it...
View ArticleThe Nguni - an OX variant
David the swarfer published a new build: A modified OX with more X clearance, MDF plates, vacuum tableClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleCoreXY W/ Fixed Build Plate & Enclosure
JOSH.PIERCE published a new build: Building a Core XY printer with a fixed build plate from off the shelf parts.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
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 ArticleSteel v Channel and Longer extrusions
I wonder if the V extrusion will ever be released in Steel I would like to use extrusions that are 2500mm long to build a 4' x 8' table.
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 ArticleRiNo Route
Steven Sampson published a new build: A CNC router designed to handle a 4'x8' sheet, for as close to $2000 as possible. The price barrier resulted in my choice to use timing belts rather than...
View ArticleI need serious Autodesk Inventor 2014 help!!!!
I have been working on a 3D printer design using Inventor for a final project. I have a gantry and 6 solid v-wheels set-up in the 20x80 v-slot positions. For the life of me I can't get the wheel to...
View Article£10 oil lubrication pump
hello, again another post of mine that I'm not sure is going to be of interest to anyone but here goes my cheap ass solution/experiment to an automatic oil lubrication pump setup. Simply a fridge...
View ArticleMega-Maker Combo Machine
Hytech2k published a new build: Mega-Maker Rapid Prototype Machine Portable Multi-tool rapid prototyping machine capable of laser engraving, 3D printing, and CNC router work.Click to expand... Read...
View ArticleProto gantry plate material?
I'm working on the final design bits of my first cnc mill and i've realized that I'm going to have to make some crude gantry plates by hand before i can have the mill 'self upgrade' I've heard about...
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 ArticleLimit switches and negative coordinates with TinyG.
Happy Sunday So I decided I wanted to put some homing switches on my OX CNC. I put one on the front of the frame for the Y axis. The switch works but Im not sure the front even though the tinyg...
View ArticleConvert photos to pencil sketches, drawings or even paintings
Serge E. submitted a new resource: Convert photos to pencil sketches, drawings or even paintings - Looking to convert photos to sketches to etch, burn or engrave ? These two tools will do the trick....
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 ArticleHelp with a RepRapDiscount Full Graphic Smart Controller on 3d printer
Hi friends. I don't normally add a digital display of any kind to the printers I build, but I thought that I'd try one on my latest effort. The problem is that I just can't seem to get one to work at...
View ArticleWhat's best way to cut 8mm leadscrew?
I'm thinking there must be a blade for my compound mitre saw, but is that the way to go?
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