C-Beam Plate Machine
rc3105 published a new build: My first openbuilds submission, plain old c-beam machine. Seems like I've spent more time fighting the forum here redirecting in circles than actually building the...
View ArticleCustom 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 ArticleNeedle alignment setup
Hi I am looking for help and ideas on how to build a very simple alignment setup. I have a small needle which I use to produce small droplets of water that fall onto a surface directly below it. There...
View ArticleEndstops not working
I've gotten to the point on my machine where I want to add some end stops. I know I should have had them there to begin with, but I was too anxious to get cutting... I have 3 end stop switches that are...
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 ArticleMagnum 1K Plus - 1500mm? Challenge Accepted!!!
After a few weeks of chewing it over, and a final visit to the "parts store" I have decided that I will accept the openbuilds unofficial challenge. (not a direct challenge, but a challenge set by...
View Articleuniversal g code download problems
hello everybody, i have just built the ox cnc and are running it with the cnc x pro and am trying to download universal g code sender but it will not work on windows 8, i have installed java and tried...
View ArticleC-Beam Universal Plate
I've designed a new plate, I haven't tested it or actually made one yet as I don't have the funds for a plate maker just now, But I would like some feedback on the design, and the concept in general....
View ArticlePiDuinoCNC Controller
David Arroyo published a new build: Using a Raspberry Pi, Arduino and a Protoneer CNC Shield to create an Open Source CNC router controller. It will be equipped with a touch screen to control the on...
View ArticleXtreme solid v wheel kits Australia ebay
i found an Aussie selling cheap xtreme wheel kits on eBay with free shipping in Australia. Search xtreme wheel kits
View ArticleSpindle choice
I am about to build a C-Beam which I intend to use for PCB routing and relatively lightweight plastic cutting. I am really confused by router choice. The DeWalt initially appealed but I am put off by...
View ArticleRouter or spindle?
Looking for opinions on whether I should get a Bosch or Dewalt router, or a quiet cut spindle? Spindle is cheaper, I already have a Big Bosch in a table and a porter cable full size router, so dual...
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Cnc Router/Spindle (Europe)
Hi guys, Currently waiting for my parts to arrive for my first cnc router built! Now i need some guidance in my search for a Router/Spindle. Because we have 220V in europe so the once i read about on...
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 ArticleC-Beam Machine feedback
Hi Crew: Just though I would drop you guys a line to point out some, well, flaws shall we say in the C-Beam machine design. Don't get me wrong, its a great machine, but I have found some issues that...
View ArticleMount and Vacuum Assembly for 80mm Spindles.
This is a mount and vacuum assembly for an 80mm 1.5kw water cooled spindle I designed to throw into my C-beam build... It works pretty well, it's very bulky and strong with 8 bolt down points to the...
View ArticleCNC router lift and fence for wood working.
Hello. I've been looking at and admiring the builds I see here. I have been looking at building a router table so that I can build new cabinets for my kitchen and bathroom. Two things that would make...
View ArticleWhat should I build with this kit?
Hi, A few years ago I bought a 3 axis stepper motor kit from Probotix. The motors are the 280 ozin motors I believe, they are the yellow ones they offer. At the time I bought them to play around with...
View ArticleC-Beam for lithophanes
rwensley published a new build: First venture into cnc machining I decided on the C-Beam .Click to expand... Read more about this build...
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