V-Slot Belt Driven Linear Actuator Build
kram242 published a new build: Quick and Simple V-Slot Gantry System. This example build shows how easy it is to make a linear actuator using a few OpenBuilds Parts. You can mount this system an many...
View Articlecbeam adapter plate belt system for a heatbed Z-axis
rob ten tije submitted a new resource: cbeam adapter plate belt system for a heatbed Z-axis - cbeam z-axis heatbed adapterplate made cbeam gantryplate adapter fits on the cbeam gantry plate got belt...
View ArticleFina
Kyo published a new build: This is Fina; My Lautr3k inspired build.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
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 ArticleX and Y axes perpendicularity
Is there a secret to keeping the x and y axes perpendicular to one another? When the machine is off they will get out of alignment if bumped.
View ArticleApple Crate CNC
Ridgeback published a new build: Low cost, apple crate framed CNC.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View Articlec-beam belt system
rob ten tije submitted a new resource: c-beam belt system - c-beam belt system gt2 nema17 motor 3x parts to make belt driven c-beam linear motion 2x pully 20teeth gt2 gt2 belt 4x 10mm m3 screws 1x40mm...
View Articledelivery to europe/spain
Hi, are there any problems or high fees to expect (1m v-slots) ? I'd like to order a complete machine kit, possibly containing 1m parts. thank you! I wish you'd have reliable distributors in europe....
View ArticleSome Tutorial for CAD beginners for FreeCAD available ?
Hi all, I'm new here and also new to CAD software and I struggle to find my 'best' CAD software. FreeCAD looks fine for me at this point and there are lots of 'tutorial' videos in the net, but I still...
View ArticleFoam Cutter......need double sided V-rail
Hi all. I'm a graphic designer/sheep farmer/bluegrass musician in Florida and am just getting into CNC. I have been reading up on it for quite awhile but this is my first project. The 5 -axis...
View ArticlePiBot vs xPro Boards
Does anyone have any direct experience with these boards. I am trying to decide between PiBot and xpro. I have heard a few good things about both. Please let me know advantages and disadvantages of...
View ArticleDelta Bot: Improved DIY 3D Printer
Ulnad published a new build: Build the efficient and reliable all metal structure 3D Printer. Improved significantly with new concepts for printers. Great quality and up to 400 mm/s print speed (very...
View Articlelimit switch wiring to CNC xpro
Does anyone have pictures of how they wired their CNC xpro to the limit switches. What is the best way to wire 2 limit switches to one port on the xpro. Pictures and/or schematics would be awesome.
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...
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My first CNC router, made from the scratch. Ideas, opinions, hints are welcomed
Hi! First of all, sorry for my rough english, I'll try to do my best I'm planning my first CNC, and I want to make it on my way, an extra effort to full understanding of how this machines works. I'm...
View ArticleLead screw or belt?
Hi, I would like to know the differences between lead screw and belt? The pros and cons. My application requires some speed. My 1st prototype is using belt and doing alright. I want to try out the...
View ArticleC Beam CNC vs CNC3040
Hi guys If anybody has experience, how does C beam plate CNC compares to classic 3040 CNC you can find on eBay? I'm interested in particular into mechanical aspect of the machines (sturdiness,...
View ArticleRotary OX or C-Beam
So, I am a total noob. And because of this facts I probably dont have the terminology correct, AND I have a few questions about a build that I have in my head. What i am wanting to build (i think) is a...
View ArticleDelta-Six
Sage published a new build: Super rigid Delta printer, using 20X40 V-SlotClick to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleSkateboard shaping machine
Our little OX has seen a lot of cutting but now its time to go bigger! Mega thanks to Mark and Trish for the original OX build and amazing service we get from the Openbuilds Part Store, keep up the...
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