Custom Ox Mods
DazTheGas published a new build: From where Mark left off from the Ox build I am going to film the whole process of customizing the Ox.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
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 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 ArticleVertical C-Beam Wobble
I'm working on a project for a large printer with a 1000mm C-Beam as the z-axis. It seemed to work great, but there's a lot of wobble around the z-axis (a couple millimeters back and forth). I've tried...
View ArticleSketch U Cam Not Creating All of the G-Code
Help please, I am trying to cut some table center pieces for a club meeting this weekend and Sketch U Cam is not creating the G-Code for the out side of the dog. All other G-Code seems to be in place....
View ArticleC Beam Rotary
gwandad published a new build: I've used the good work of Openbuilds & expanded it to suit.Click to expand... Read more about this build...
View ArticleLaser retrofit
Hello Guys, New member here. I have been a cnc guy for many years, have a 4x8 Camaster with Vectric software and WINCNC control board. I want to put a laser on the gantry to do engraving, possibly 3D...
View ArticleSketchup drawing for Vslot wheel assembly
Hello all, I recall a drawing of the Vslot wheel assembly by itself at one point...but for some reason can't find it. Can someone navigate me to it? Need dimensions. Thanks in advance, Tony
View ArticleBe advised...
...many of you may know already, but be aware, if you read about limit switches, the advice is to get normaly closed switches as they are less affected by noise...that is fine, but DO NOT expect the...
View ArticleLead screw sizes
This is just a curiosity question. I see that a lot of OpenBuilds designs use 8mm 4 start lead screws. Why not 3/8" x 4 start? From what I have found they are much cheaper. The increased size too large...
View ArticleLooking for 3D/2.5D CAM for advanced objects
I am new to CNC and just ordered my own CNC router which has 3 axis based with V-slot and inspired by the ox and routy, so no custom plates. While i am waiting for my order to be delivered i was...
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 ArticleFusion 360 Training
I have been working toward learning Fusion 360 with great difficulty. The Autodesk and YouTube video tutorials are overwellming for a beginner. The Autodesk website is a bear to navigate; it's as...
View ArticleBuild from Scratch
I have a list of specs and requirements for a build, but I am feeling overwhelmed by the available options. The C-Beam Machine Mechanical Bundle looks like a great start, but I need slightly more...
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C-Beam Machine Mechanical Bundle - should I?
I asked 7 companies for quotes to make the OOZNEST plates here in the US. I've only received one quote back and it was for $495. The C-Beam Machine bundle is $495. Should I just buy the machine and...
View ArticleopenBuilds FreeBURN-2-Mini V-slot CO2 Laser (40-50w)
openhardwarecoza published a new build: A new mini version of the http://openbuilds.com/builds/openbuilds-freeburn-1-v-slot-co2-laser-60-100w.1001/ FreeBurn CO2 LasercutterClick to expand... Read more...
View ArticleM Cubed 3 Axis Bluetooth CNC Controller
M^3 published a new build: Low cost, Bluetooth enabled, 3 axis CNC controller. GRBL 0.9 compatible.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 ArticleDelrin V-wheel Kit is sloppy?
I am building a large delta printer and designed the carriages around a V-rail and printed carriage with 3 (or 4) of these wheel kits. After thinking I had designed a weak carriage I finally realized...
View Articledouble z rails?
Hey everyone, I've been considering ways to stiffen up the carriage on my mini-ox build, and I've been searching for ways to move the spindle closer to the X-rails. Is there any reason why nobody uses...
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