Cartesian Style CNC

Build Author
Mark Carew
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1187608
OpenBuilds OX CNC Machine

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 great router that is sure to inspire!

Build Author
Kyo
Views
142114
C-beam Sphinx

A strong desktop cnc router that will enable you to make larger aluminium plates without taking up to much room. Simple, strong and opensource ! Build one today..

Build Author
Schematix
Views
155619
OX-Metal CNC Router Mill

The OX-Metal is based on the original OX CNC mill But with a few modifications and add-ons

Build Author
Michael.M
Views
65458
GRANITE 1.0

This machine has been in the works for quite a while. Most of the plates were cut with my Shpinx machine. I have a lot more photos and information to share soon.
C-BEAM-GTC

Building a larger C-BEAM CNC Machine with no previous experience.
OX AI

This will be an Aluminum OX build. Plates and all design credit goes to Mark from open builds. I may add my own touches but mainly this is to see how Aluminum plates perform

Build Author
T4Concepts
Views
76003
WorkBee CNC build - My honest opinion, tips and help

My main goal for my build is to have a machine that is capable of profiling and help me in my designs, for the manufacture of custom automotive headlights.

Build Author
MarkM_NJ
Views
19195
Spartacus Inspire

My very first openbuilds cnc machine. Followed along DaztheGas's Spartacus build.

Build Author
Michael.M
Views
41222
7050 Sphinx

This is a Kyo Sphinx CNC Router build. Working Area: 350mm X 500mm Link to original design: https://openbuilds.com/builds/c-beam-sphinx.3605/
HD CNC

Heavy Duty build with 1605 Ballscrew and Linear Rail
Sphinx 55 on MGN12 linear rails

My machine is a combination of the Openbuilds Sphinx 55, MGN12 linear rails knockoffs and custom made plates made by Chris Laidlaw
ROUTY CNC Router (V-Slot Belt & Pinion)

A cool little CNC router build that uses the V-Slot belt & pinion drive and stock parts.

Build Author
sebf34
Views
31138
OX Based cnc 3000 x 1500 Double belt

OX Based CNC
Salmon Sphinx 1.0

A tribute build based on Kyo's wonderful CBeam Sphinx. My hope is to improve on that build slightly, but to be honest, I'll probably just screw it up. I'll use this build to publicly document my failures.

Build Author
Savvas
Views
18828
C-Beam Lead Screw CNC Mountain

Iām making a desktop CNC machine based on the C-Beam platform. It will be driven by Tr8 Lead Screws, and initially made from 12mm birch ply plates.

Build Author
ahayden
Views
26224
C-Beam Prefab Untitled

The C-Beam Prefab Untitled is designed as the cartesian compliment to the C-Beam XL. With the exception of requiring a couple more 1000mm C-Beams and lead screws, the build requires a minimum of additional parts. The primary intention of the build is to maximize the cutting envelope while still staying within the sweet spot for C-beam rigidity. This design can easily be modified and allows for further custom structural components to be cut with the initial build platform.

Build Author
beardyblair
Views
24656
Sphinx XL

My build log of an adapted Sphinx design with additional height and a larger X and Y axis.

Build Author
Rob Taylor
Views
17854
M4: 1510SS Heavy Mk.I

A 1500x1200mm, 20mm rail and 1610 ballscrew, heavy-duty, four-axis gantry machine. As high speed as spindle power MRR will allow for. Approx 4 x 3 x 1ft travels, intermediate size between benchtop and floor-scale units. Aiming at $10-15k machine in the $3k region.
Big Ox Heavy Duty

A Heavy Duty version of the standard Big Ox build.

Build Author
Jacob Lotter
Views
24718
1510 Workbee Modified

Some of the things that I have done to my 1510 Workbee Installed Linear rails and bearing blocks with drawings. Installed Ops console Made conversion plates for extruded aluminum to casters Extended z axis travel by a couple inches with steel plates. As of now in the process of installing Lead screws across the 1500mm length.
Area 51 CNC Parts F-117 CNC Gear Rack Drive System

This is my journey on building a rack and pinion Ox variant called the F-117 CNC.

Build Author
blterry1
Views
17699
The Beeline CNC

Here are the instructions to build the Beeline custom CNC router table.

Build Author
Robert Hummel
Views
24873
Stinger V Micro Mill

While building my OX AI I found myself with left over v slot and thought to myself, what do I need that I can build using them? Well since I make a lot of my own PCB boards for projects I figured a micro PCB mill would fit the bill ;) With inspiration from the OX and OX AI I give you the Stinger V :)
INDY-TR12 CNC (12mm Diameter Lead Screws)

TR12x3 screws, M8 wheel sets, a draw built into the design, an electronics set built onto the kit, back brace to stop C-Beam twist.

Build Author
roadss
Views
23919
Rawcnc 1.5 Desktop Edition

This will showcase the build of my Rawcnc 1.5. A rigid cnc router from the Swedish company Rawcnc, featuring a rather cool linear motion system, rack & pinion and steel reinforced X-axis capable of milling aluminum.

Build Author
that-jim
Views
45412
LINEAR RAIL SPHINX 55 (Blue OX plates)

Machine based on Sphinx 55 built with linear rails.

Build Author
Gary Caruso
Views
23847
OX Heavy Duty Build

OX Heavy Duty, using Chrisclub plates, for 2080 X-Y and C-beam Z
Spartacus

Been using the Ox now since 2015, so decided I should move on to C-Beam :-)
C-Beam XXLarge "Tank"

This is a modified build C-Beam XLarge. 1000mm C-Beam used for X and Y axis, and the Y Axis moves the X bridge, not the material being worked.
Charging Ox CNC Machine

A heavily modified Ox CNC build to replace SO2.

Build Author
Ryan Lock
Views
133326
Ooznest OX CNC Machine

The Ooznest OX CNC Machine Kit is based on the OX CNC Machine designed by Mark Carew, and it incorporates many upgrades from this community. The plate designs in our kit are based on the originals. However we have added our own touches to increase the performance and design of the machine. To complement Mark's build videos, we have made a complete written instruction manual, with IKEA'eske assembly diagrams.

Build Author
Ryan Lock
Views
134389
WorkBee CNC Machine

The WorkBee is our latest CNC Machine and is a culmination of all our experience, feedback, and suggestions from selling the OX CNC Machine over the past 2 years. The WorkBee is capable of accurately cutting foams, woods, plastics or aluminum at depths greater than 25mm to 0.2mm accuracy or greater.

Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
26075
Router / plasma cutting table ( Rack and pinion )

Heavy DIY plasma cutting table
ACME OX (A Lead Screw Driven Ox Derivative (850x1500))

Another build based on the original OX design with a cutting area will be about 26" (680mm) x 50" (1300mm) and driven by lead screws.
Ballmasters 1605 1500x1000 ox cnc

Upgraded 1500x1000 Ox cnc to 1605 Ballscrews on the Y axis. along with the J-tech laser to do most things.
Prototype Rack-n-Pinion 4'x8'

This is a custom gear rack drive machine with a 4'x8' cut capacity.

Build Author
Serge E.
Views
59846
myOX : a 4' x 2' OX CNC with potential

This is the story of me building myOX - my version of the "ideal" OX. I want a machine which can route/mill at least 4' wide and as long as I can feed through (don't be shy, think "infinity") as well as going deep on multiple faces - manual 4th axis. I have loads of ideas to take myOX towards that goal and way beyond. Time will tell. Just follow along through this build and possibly a few others along the way ... Check out my OXCalculator : let your computer figure out your BoM
Florida Ox 2x4 Area 51 CNC Parts Original Build

2x4 Ox with Vac table
OX Tale

1000mm x 750mm OX with some planned enhancements. My first venture into CNC.
Shawn's Workbee 1510

Shawn's adventure in assembling and customizing the Openbuild's version of the 1500x1000 Workbee.

Build Author
UltiBots
Views
36462
UltiBots CB3030 CNC Router

The UltiBots CB3030 CNC uses C-Beam, V-Slot and an extruded aluminum T-Slot work table. This allows 6mm T-Nuts, step clamps and blocks to secure materials to the work surface. The all metal design makes the use of a mister possible.
Promoveo Study Builds

Promoteo Build
Ooznest Ox with 3D Printed Gantry Plates

Ooznest Ox with gantry plates and end caps 3D printed in ABS rather than aluminum.

Build Author
SecretSpy711
Views
21191
RigidOko

Heavily upgrading my 1200x500 Shapeoko 2... ...er, wait, scratch that... Building an all new machine, roughly the same size, that should be more rigid than a Shapeoko 3!

Build Author
Michael.M
Views
8940
Sphinx Evolution

Let me explain: About a year ago I was planning to build a CNC router of my own design. I started gathering components including the THK linear rails. I soon found out you pretty much need a CNC to build a CNC and this is when I decided to build my Sphinx machine. I've had these rails and some other parts sitting around so it's time I used them! I'm planning to incorporate linear rails and 1605 ballscrews into the Sphinx design. I really like the overall appearance of the Sphinx.
LEAD 1515, HGH15, SFU1604 Ball Screw

Project Completed.
Steel Frame CNC Router

A scratch built steel frame CNC Router.

Build Author
Savvas
Views
13756
Halloumi CNC Machine - Acetal Plates

I built the original machine using plywood plates, and always intended to upgrade those parts to more durable ones. I decided to go with acetal as it's a lot easier to cut than aluminium. I used fusion 360 to model and rebuild the original machine. Once I have assembled everything and feel confident it all works I will release the plate designs here.

Build Author
Kyo
Views
39251
Sphinx 1050

This is going to be a Sphinx 1050 build. Starting off as a stock kit build using industrial electronics and opensource control software. Mods and upgrades to follow.

Build Author
Ronald van Arkel
Views
32907
Routy GT2 290 BSX CNC Router, Low Cost and Good!

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!

Build Author
Mike Campbell
Views
10196
bor 454-D

A large format, modular, rack and pinion build designed around OpenBuilds components.
Mini-OX

An OX-inspired mini desktop mill. Designed in OpenSCAD, these parts are fully parametric and can be customized to your liking.

Build Author
Matt Nelson
Views
11649
Matt's Ox

I'm building an OX CNC router. It will be the larger size of 750x 1000mm. This should give me a working area of about 22"x30".
Ooznest OX, Workbench, & Folding Table

An OX based unit with innovation surrounding it -- 9 drawers, workbench, folding CNC table, & portability.
C-Beam 1M

Basing this build on the C-Beam machine XL on the parts store, but added a few things to make it more like the C-Beam XXLarge "Tank" by Dollarz81. Going with the Dewalt 611 instead of a water cooled spindle at first. May change down the road. Using a Panucat Gradus M1 controller with BigFoot drivers.

Build Author
Sword66
Views
13038
The Archon R2

The Archon "In the style of Cartesian movement." A brief overview, guide and summary of my highly experimental build. and some insight into the challenges of building such a large format/belted machine.

Build Author
StrictlyScale
Views
8685
Lead1010 Build with Enclosure

First time CNC builder puts together a Lead1010 machine.

Build Author
winand
Views
17330
YAOR (Yet Another Openbuilds Router)

Yet Another Openbuilds Router, my version :-)

Build Author
Julius
Views
24382
OX Balls - 1605 Ballscrew Powered 1000mmx1000mmm OX derivative

1000x1000mm Ballscrew driven OX Derivative. Dewalt 611 spindle and TB6600 Drivers.
Somewhat Simple Lead screw conversion for an OX CNC

Somewhat Simple Lead screw conversion for an OX CNC.

Build Author
OffAxis
Views
6986
OffAxis CNC 1000x1500

Cut Area: 825 x 1340. Max Cutting depth: 2 inches. Arduino based control with Nema 23 and Nema 17 drive. 8mm leadscrew and 2GT belt drive. 400W 48V quite cut spindle.
C_Beam X5L Hybrid_Tank

classic router with a ab table
The Frog: CNC Router

Frog CNC Router. Inspired by OX and "Routy". 24"x36" active working area, approx. 3" usable Z motion.
Sea-OX

This is my first CNC build. The Sea-OX is a machine built out of three 1000mm C-Beams. I plan to have a Y length of 1000mm and a X length of 650mm. The Z should have the ability to move approximately 100mm.
Black Rabbit 1500

This is a router that I designed that is loosely based on the Openbuilds Ox, but designed to be heavy duty, rigid, and yet quick and agile.
Plastic Monstrosity

Large inexpensive build that can cut a 4x8 ft sheet with room to spare. Can be built using only a 3D printer and standard parts -- no special CNC'd plates required.

Build Author
viktop
Views
17130
Simple CNC Router (Nema17, V-slot 2040, Arduino, GRBL)

An OX-inspired mini desktop mill.

Build Author
Scott Drake
Views
21866
1500x1000 CNC Router

1500x1000, additional frame stiffening from laser cut Stainless steel bracing plates, Nema 34 motor upgrade and Hiwin 16mm ballscrew additions on the way. Ethernet Smooth stepper control, 2.2kw Water cooled spindle. Schneider atv320 variable speed drive. SICK inductive limit switches, Leadshine Em882S stepper drivers ,1kw 62V supply for Stepper drives

Build Author
Frank Del Favero
Views
7942
Portable self-contained Lead 1010 table

I have a two car garage NOT devoted to 3d printing or CNC. I have set aside a space for my 3d printer and a place to store my portable CNC table. The reason itās portable is so that I wheel and can use my Lead 1010 outside where it wonāt make a mess in the garage. The table is self contained. It houses a vac system as well as my CNC tools and supplies.
Custom 4x4 CNC

I started designing and ordering parts for this build back in Oct 2021. Unfortunately life got in the way and I had to sideline the project to deal with more important projects. I am now back working on this project full time. I originally was building a MPCNC on this torsion box platform I built but quickly realized how difficult it would be to produce anything with good accuracy. So I decided to design my own CNC that would be more robust and accurate.
The RAT. A form ply and aluminium hybrid.

A hybrid of form ply and aluminium. 835x1260x100mm working envelope.

Build Author
Peter Oakes
Views
42825
The Bull Dog, A RoverCNC OX based 1500mm x 1500mm CNC - Tutorial build

I have based this build on the OX build so I will not be going into too much detail of specefic assembly modules as they asre so well covered by Mark Carew already, but will go through the complete build on video. I will be addig additional tutorials on steppers and the other electronic parts as needed though as this project is sponsored by RS Components in the form of most of the Electronics and this is also the key focus of my YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/thebreadboardca.
Schematix OX metal build

OX metal build from an noob
C-Beam Machine XL

Overview of my experience building the C-Beam Machine XL from OpenBuilds, along with updates as I move along and get it going. My application is for creating plates needed for lab functions, 19 rack bay covers, and whatever else arises.
OX, of the house Steel

OOZNEST Style OX machine with 3D printed panels

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
10976
Another Sphinx 7550 Made by an Openbuilds Cbeam

feel free to ask anything about this builds, but im a airline pilot and sometimes responding maybe will take me. while!!

Build Author
HuguesP
Views
8671
YACLR CNC

Yet Another Chinese Linear Rail CNC, my first one, doing this mainly for the fun of building it more than using it.
RRP - Roller Rack Pinion System

Current progress uses existing openbuilds bearings, but also uses 8mm shafts (custom)

Build Author
alex_b
Views
14883
RONIN OX | The G10/Carbon Fiber Hogger

The Ronin OX is a dedicated fiber composite milling machine. I give a complete in-depth article on how to take a nearly stock OX build and easily turn it into something that can mill carbon fiber and G10 plate effectively and quickly.
OX Super "C" - Cpmpleted 11/02/16

This CNC utilizes the C-BEAM extruded aluminum for the "X", "Y", and "Z" axis. The gantry will move similar to the OX along with the "Z" except I am incorporating the C-BEAM instead of the 20x60 V-RAIL. To make the system as strong as possible I am using two C-BEAM rails back to back. The "Y" axis will encompass two sets of roller on both side of the C-BEAM extruded rails for added strength. All of the plates for this were created using the C-BEAM machine I completed several month ago.
Arctic_Stingray CNC

This build is based on the C-Beam build by Mark Carew. I have added axis limit switches and a remote mounted control cabinet. This build also uses a custom moveable table.
MMXL - A MiniMill Conversion

Using most of the parts of the MiniMill, and adding a few other parts (cost < $200), transforms the MiniMill into a very capable machine. Final build area as shown is 10.25" x 16". With a custom Y-plate, I will take it to 10.25" x 20-24".

Build Author
jtaggard
Views
34589
Modular DIY CNC Machine

This modular CNC machine is based on the OpenBuilds ACRO System, however I wanted something that did more than just laser engrave. So I designed my machine using the same style as the ACRO but with some upgrades such as an actual Z-axis and the ability for multiple tool attachments.

Build Author
Weldsmith
Views
7172
CUT SMITH

I am building a multi tool CNC. I plan to have a quick change tooling system that will accept Routers, oxy acetylene torch, Plasma torch. etc. there will be a water bed under the convertible router table / work bench. The inspiration to build this machine is from having a small garage and not a shop.

Build Author
jz321
Views
3970
OTiS 500mm

OTiS (Off The Shelf) is 500mm cartesian CNC that can be built with all off the shelf parts from OpenBuildsStore. It features C-Beam actuators and a V-Slot frame.

Build Author
Scott Martinez
Views
11095
The Growler

This machine is a heavy duty, moving gantry style CNC router. It uses Teknic ClearPath servo motors driving ballscrews and linear rails. The machine has 36" x 48" x 19" of travel with about 7" of clearance below the gantry.
LR/BS CNC Router

An easy to source/easy to build, yet quite robust CNC router. This design has not yet be implemented.
Tall OX

After completing a standard OX build, I found I didn't have enough Z-clearance and designed a set of taller gantry plates
The Nguni - an OX variant

A modified OX with more X clearance, MDF plates, vacuum table
openbuilds rovo c-beam (700*1000)(1000*1000)ķźµģ¤ķė¹ė.

Open the build will create open and sharing. ģ¤ķė¹ėė ė§ė¤ź³ ģ¤ķķź³ ź³µģ ķ©ėė¤.
Custom Ox

Custom black and red Big Ox

Build Author
dmasters
Views
7721
DM C-Beam XXL Tank

1000mm x 1000mm C-Beam XXL CNC with external drivers and high torque Nema 23 motors, 2.2KW Spindle with VFD.

Build Author
Kyo
Views
25399
Sphinx 55

A Sphinx build to inspire and encourage all those who want to get started with cnc to check out Opensbuilds line of machine bundles and hardware.

Build Author
Ryan155
Views
11875
RIGCNC

I made a mill from first principles because I didn't like any of the ones that were out there, More info can be found on the website RigCNC.com

Build Author
SlyClockWerkz
Views
16157
1000mm X 1500mm OX CNC -- Fiber/Garolite

Building the full size OX.

Build Author
Steve B
Views
15000
OX PPR - Portable Plasma/Router

PPR = Portable Plasma/Router. A ~30x30"work area with leadscrews. Work surface is below support members. Can be placed ONTO cutting surface.
Another (Mostly) Stock OX

For my first Openbuilds project, I decided to put together an OX CNC Router.

Build Author
ymilord
Views
12030
Kyoujin Mk1 (C-Beam /w Rack & Pinion)

C-Beam based CNC with Rack & Pinion (for the X Axis) and lead screws (for the Y Axis)
Soundproof case for Ox

Not much to say... Soundproofing box for noisy works... Build in MDF and 20 mm plexiglas. Very effective!!!

Build Author
Apothus
Views
21695
Sphinx rigid XL

Rigid variant of the C-Beam sphinx platform
