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Slightly larger sphinx

Another C-Beam Sphinx but a little larger,

Build Author
Cortellini
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3816
The FEEDBACK FRACTAL Build

The Feedback Fractal Project (Project) - building "A Monument For Our Time." As its intent is to build a monumental sculpture, the Project will produce an object d'art. Yet, once begun, the Project has evolved a life and character of its own. I continue to follow the thread woven by the materials, the processes, and the people that come to it and in the end the work will not only be a faithful rendition of an image and a concept, it will also be a tapestry of the story of its making.
KinectSkin

For all other builders and robotic technies!
CNC Linear Slide for DIY project

Low cost cnc linear drive for making any xyz cnc structure
Brice's CNC Router Build

I'm building a CNC router for a long time. Here's the result on this long journee. I tried to do my best with the basic tools I have. Don't hesitate to ask if you have questions.
Workbee 1010

Hey all looking forward to sharing this build, I’ve learned a lot reviewing many of these great builds.
Travel Printer

Build using standard parts as much as possible, Open Builds etc. To keep printer usable for more materials will be trying a heated bed with rotary elec union for the thermistor and power.
Big-X Minimill

Minimill bundle, but with an extended X Axis
Monster-not-so-mini-mill

My Minimill hit the gym, and isn't so mini anymore

Build Author
Jens Grabner
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3766
snc98_Slash-Number-Calculator

This calculator work inside with a spezail count format - Fraction as Mantisse + Dezimal exponent .. in summ 9 Byte.
1 Cubic Meter 3D Printer

This is a at home built 1000mm x 1000mm x 1000mm 3d printer. It uses mainly parts from OpenBuild Parts and is very simple to build. The only thing that was custom was the build plate which was designed by myself and tooled at a local machine shop.
John's Sphinx

1000mm x 750mm C-Beam Sphinx, running on Grbl

Build Author
Darren Dickson
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3752
3D printed CNC Machine

So I thought I would make the Leon van den Beukel version three 3D printed CNC Machine, it is the third incarnation so you would expect a relatively bug-free CNC Machine with a strong foundation.
Fastmill CNC

Very cheap CNC made from laser fired and bent parts.

Build Author
RV6APilot
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3740
South Carolina Workbee 1000X1000

This is about my build of a Workbee 1000X1000 being built here in Trenton, SC. My goal is to use it to help cut the new panel for my RV6A airplane.
My MiniMill is just the start

This is my first build and I've been waiting to do this for a very long time.
YAPCNC (Yet Another Poor's Man CNC)

Yet Another Poor's Man CNC (YAPCNC) is my first attempt to build a CNC. The idea is for the build to be as inexpensive as posible while being usable for my goals.

Build Author
Steve Hall
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3723
Cartesian Style Build UK

Another Cartesian style build with parts from the UK, US & China.
My Lead 1010

This is a fully loaded Lead 1010 and located in a shed measuring 3 by 2.50 meters. Here i build my guiyats by hand and the help of my Openbuilds friend! Pure for hobby.
Generic 6 Axis Controller

Generic 6 Axis (Stepper) Controller
no xp cnc

This is my first cnc build, never used one before and don't know too much besides what i've read a little bit about them online. It's probably going to be about 31" y axis with hopefully around 4ft x axis, z height is still to be determined.
Vertical Mill

This will be a CNC milling machine. My goal is to make this mill for the minimum cost I can while not sacrificing quality. In hope of staring an educational YouTube channel on CNC milling and 3D Printing. Along with when to use both.
Atlas Delta Bot

The idea here is to build a nice large delta bot from the parts ground on the one builds part store. Other parts that are sources out side of this will be detailed. I have a simple BOM I started that I will upload later.
Automatic Sprayer

Automatic spray machine.
MiniMill - A must have machine :)

The new MiniMill from Mark and Sonny is a great little machine.
Norwegian OX

This build is based of Ooznest 's OX CNC Mechanical kit (500x750) with a few mods if all goes as planned.

Build Author
Sigifredo Cruz Rojas
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3601
ALl included interface

I have not too much space and need a portable solution, and tired of cleaning the electronics I decide to put everything inside a box and this is the result.

Build Author
crnrstndes
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3599
C-Beam Upgrade to Larger C-Beam

My goal was to be able to enlarge my C-Beam with as many original parts as possible. I was able to recycle almost all of them with a only the two 500 mm rails left over. I used 1000 mm rails for the X Axis and I added another complete Y Axis assembly. I chose to keep it simple and I am very happy with the result!
BKE Lead 1010 - First CNC Router

LEAD CNC

Build Author
Edgar Robles
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3589
Sheethexapod

Sheethexapod works with basic mechanims as direct metal-metal links and joints, all movements can be done by a rc servomotor in this case towerpro model.

Build Author
Srđan Marković
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3587
Second machine

Machine with 12,5Nm closed loop steppers or servo steppers
Black out Edition Workbee 1010

Thanks to all the Open Build elves that meticulously package and wrap all the little tiny parts and pieces. I have put in a request to get you people a raise..

Build Author
Jason Harding
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3575
Mobile bed cnc machine, first build

Currently i am reworking the frame still with current available parts just going to buy material to make the y and the z axis from openbuilds. The x axis is now going to be mobile similar to a 3d printer style.
C-beam upgrades to my power tools

Just some repairs and upgrades to my drill press and mitre saw using c-beam.

Build Author
Suhmanda
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3564
DIY CNC SPINDLE

CNC SPINDLE FOR DIY ROUTERS AND MILLING MACHINES ITSRS-985 MOTOR HAS MUCH BEFINITS THAN ANY OTHER DC MOTOR IN MARKET
Core XY

Just now in the planning phase of my build. Waiting for some parts to come in to see what I am going to build off of. Print area going to be close to 300x300x350. Trying to decide if I want it enclosed. I do want to print ABS... so probably so.
Wifi'not

A simple made hideaway for ugly electronics

Build Author
Keith Davis
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3532
Vulcan Bot

A 200mm x 300mm x 200mm workhorse that never needs leveling due to Posi-Drive Leveling design.
Mostly Printed Cartesian CNC

This is a build that is just getting started. Not all of the parts are ordered or printed as of 5/27/2018. Hopefully in the next few weeks all parts will be printed and most parts ordered.
Techsoft Roland TS-30 rebuild

Replacing the Electronics and Spindle. Intending to rewire all the buttons and make it into a more modern and easy to use CNC.
Custom Ski and Snowboard CNC for a High School Woodwhop

A Custom size CNC to make custom skis and snowboards
Rail Builder

glue/staple/eject 1 Axis driven Rail building machine.

Build Author
rob4cnc
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3503
Rock n Roll

The Rock n Roll is built on granite, is solid as a rock, and gathers no moss. This build provides a high degree of accuracy and repeatability. Built to be strong, use redundancy, and use long lever arms to average out imperfections in the equipment. Built to go fast and light. We will use a high speed spindle, large high voltage stepper motors and small cutting heads to overwhelm the forces produced at the cutting head.
Absolute positioning hardware and software

Absolute linear positioning using deBruijn sequences.

Build Author
James Evanko
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3500
Sherline C-Beam with Offline Controller and MPG

This is a C-Beam based router with V-rails used for the bed, a Sherline spindle with Jacobs chuck, closed loop stepper motors on every axis and an offline 4-axis CNC controller. A U-channel was created to guide the drag chain on the X-axis.
CNC China Router Conversion to Open Builds System

China Router frame with linear bolts, Nema23 and the icing on the cake “open build parts“
Dedicated Rotary Laser Made from Scrap and Spares

A clone of https://openbuilds.com/builds/dedicated-compact-rotary-axis-laser-engraver.10204/

Build Author
theracermark
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3486
Reviving the Origonal PhlatPrinter with BlackBox

Reworked PhlatPrinter Gen1 Adding dual nema 17s to all 3 axis Supprot for carriage to insure even dept cuts Lighting for view of cutting area

Build Author
MidnightQuads
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3481
MQTitan printer

Components- RAMPS, running marlin, Nema 17, All metal extruder, 600mm lead screws, 600mm 2020 aluminum extrusions, 12v 30a power supply, 12v LED strip, Typical endstops, 600mm 8mm linear rods, Bearing block for 8mm bearings, Openbuilds plates, wheels, and bearings, 500x500mm borosilicate glass plate

Build Author
ckgottabuild
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3475
Lead CNC 1010 Platform and Rotating Laptop Mount

Moveable Lead CNC1010 build with handles on four corners. Everything fits on one sheet of cut out 4x8 plywood
Kruk 0.1

This is a stool, designed in 18mm wood for a cnc router, it's easily scaleable to different wood-thicknesses, in 18mm wood it takes up 1200*1200mm. It can be assembled without screws, nails or glue and can therefore also be easily disassembled.
Small Desktop CNC Router/Mill

I designed and made this from scratch. The frame is welded steel filled with sand, and most of the other parts are aluminium. It's controlled with a DIY ESP32 controller running GRBL_ESP32

Build Author
Colin Russon
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3449
TITAN GAMBIT

Anti-Twist Design, larger lead screws, enhanced M8 wheel sets.
GIGAWATT 2.1 LASER CUTTER

Progetto di un laser CO2 da 50w Autocostruito, con scheda di controllo MKS Sbase v.1.3 Firmware Smoothieware versione CNC Struttura realizzata con profili T-slot 20x20 e 20x40
C-Beam XL ( 1 meter²)

A modified C-Beam Build with a few Addons
My 1st C-Beam Router

Pretty happy with the build, had some difficulty with the software loading up the settings due to me using the wrong com.

Build Author
Jones
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3422
The Domino - 1.5m x 1m

DIY scratch build consisting of gas pipe, skate bearings, 12mm birch, 3/4 maple v-core ply, Nema 23's, and arduino and CNC shield with DRV8825's.

Build Author
Rich Bowen
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3419
WannaBe CNC - First time design and build

Design Change - Version 2.0 has a smaller foot print, custom gantry supports, and front and back covers. I will use standard V-Slot for gantry supports leaving me enough travel to manufacture the customer supports with this machine when completed. then update to final build. I also plan to install the controller into the front cover and power supply into the back cover. Should be nice and tidy.
DIN 35mm -like quick clip for 20mm extrusion

A half baked idea for mounting electrics and electronics using a 35mm-DIN-rail-like mounting.
Budget friendly starter build

DIY CO2 laser build. Budget friendly, 2020 T/V-slot profiles and scalability.
c-beam hello world

My first ever build. Straight C-beam with tinyg controller a few do-dads and some make do choices. Non-metric length lead screws to save long lead time. Jog knobs to cover the extra length and also practical. My old Bosch Colt never had it so good. Build out work remains, wire dressing, drag chain, vacuum, permanent base, etc.

Build Author
Jasont
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3402
MY first CNC build

my first cnc build using the lead 1010 to build bigger and better!!

Build Author
Chetan PM
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3395
Composer

Gantry style rigid build

Build Author
George Motichka
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3386
Transformer

I wanted a machine that could easily switch between 3D Printing and Laser Engraving

Build Author
Builder+Bob
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3374
Portable C-Beam

C-Beam Plate maker for My OX!
Ancient Roland Table top Mill

The parts are now very reasonable.
My Ooznest Workbee V2.0 build

I'm new to this whole process, so this is a build by a newbie for newbies.
New Workbee Z Axis

Hopefully an upgrade of the Z axis of the Workbee.

Build Author
Tristen Poliseno
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3340
Back and forth rail mechanism

I have the whole description and all the details in the "Body" section!

Build Author
Thair.nl
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3337
Plate Maker Plus

C-Beam Plate Maker with a larger size of the work area and electronics added.

Build Author
Quinnthouzand
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3322
Mustardo - The Mustard Bot

The goal for this bot is to lay down mustard on sausages and burger patties in a smooth and sexy way that looks good for the camera.
Desktop CNC

Approximately 910mm x 955mm x 82mm. There is 250mm available in the Z, but the gantry is only 82mm from the bed surface.
Modular Controller PCBs

This is a build still in the prototype stage. The initial design is being used to control a 4 axis sample change, but the PCBs when finalized will be able to be adapted as a convenient way to wire stepper (or eventually hybrid stepper) drivers to which ever controller you happen to be using. Current developments center around an Arduino Mega, although more interfaces are planned in the future. The main design centers around the use of Phoenix Connectors.
rectangles

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NT0N1rt3F7c it's alive
T Nut Holder for V Slot

This is a T Nut Holder for OpenBuilds V Slot System. Useful when you want to keep t nuts in place, for example when you're mounting something vertically.
Cairo 30 3d-printer

We are introducing the Cairo30 3d-printer! It’s our new premium creature with no compromises! The Cairo30 3d-printer is the culmination of our accumulated years of experience designing and producing open-source CNC machines kits.

Build Author
Cam Garrett
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3300
Sturdy Motorized Photographic Copy Stand

i would like to build a sturdy motorized photographic copy stand. i have hobbled together a hand crank version using a used umbrella pole but it is not suitable as it is awkward and wobbly.
Large C-Beam Sphinx style CNC Build

Started my build of a large Sphinx style cnc Router. I wanted one to handle the Dollar Tree Foam Board (DTFB) so I am making this to handle 2' X 3'. This is my first endeavor for a CNC so I am learning as I go but there is one thing for sure.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
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3292
A1 ACRO Draw Bot

We created an A1 ACRO Drawing robot specifically for the artist communities. It utilizes the popular ISO 'A series' paper sizes standards

Build Author
Robert Huxford
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3291
High Intensity Dive Light

Long duration , high intensity SCUBA dive light using Li-Po 18650 batteries and advanced circuitry.

Build Author
McAdam
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3290
Need a catchy name - enlarging CNC

The aim of this build is to have a CNC that can cut a FULL sheet of wood when I need it to, but also shrink down and cut smaller sheets the rest of the time. The prototype is based on an OX cnc but soon it will be completely custom using Openbuilds Parts

Build Author
EvanH
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3277
"Hawk" Heavy-duty dual-Z pseudo C-Beam

A compact, strong machine with very high Z clearance, yet can still mill aluminium easily.
A work in progress

One of my first projects might be cutting proper plates.
3D Printer 051

Functional real-world 3D printer build with RM2-2RS bearings in routed V grooves on phenolic resin rails (lab countertop scraps) and NSK 25mm linear rails/trucks.
Retractable WorkBee1510 with Marlin+MarlinPanel high level build

WorkBee1510 with retractable space saving stand and customize build Marlin firmware and MarlinPanel (GCode Sender/UI)
CNC machine 700x1200mm

I love to build things. I want a large cnc machine can do with little money. use Aduino .
c-beam XLarge with ZLarge

XLarge with ZLarge
Reworked Sepcraft 420 CK

Its alive !
Clock repair stand

Open source clock movement stand
Cartesian CNC router

This project has been a steep learning curve in an unfamiliar area for me. It has been a very rewarding experience and has opened up so many more possibilities to pursue in the future.
5 x 10 CNC - Sub $3000 - Wall Mountable

I wanted a 5 x 10, Wall mounted CNC, that cost less than $3000. I think Im pretty close.
Indoor Drumline Props

Triangular Towers

Build Author
Rodrigo Gonzalez
Views
3206
Nightfuel

The user will input a selection from a variety of pre-established drinks. The user will not need a glass, since it will be provided in the automation process. This completely eliminates the need for a bartender if an RFID purchase system is implemented.

Build Author
Hidro669
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3202
My custom world of tanks gaming desk built by Ragged Edge Eaming Solutions

summary huh... If it doesnt fit MAKE IT!

Build Author
h3rb
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3191
TEVO Little Monster Marine Vinyl Removable Enclosure

Make a vinyl burrito ENCLOSURE for your TEVO LITTLE MONSTER for < $30 (<$20 if you don't have your vinyl shipped!)

Build Author
Ken376
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3189
Welded project cnc first try

Kind of hard to see in this pic now lining up drive s and finishing framework
cnc back stop for brake press

back stop build
Z Floating Head

It's a Z floating head idea. Works well. Recommend cleaning the inside of your holes well with Q tips, and polishing the 1/4-20 bolts with car wax and you won't need oil as it slides perfectly. Hope this helps
