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Ancient Roland Table top Mill

The parts are now very reasonable.
C Beam Served

C Beam Machine built in a server cab. Hopefully this keeps every thing enclosed , clean and quite ?
My 80w Laser build (1000x1000 cutting area)

This is a 80w laser which I am building (picture of the case) the frame is constructed with normal square tubing with plastic corners. this laser needs to live outside

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ZacharyB
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5494
Arizona OpenBuilds MiniMill CNC

I ordered the OpenBuilds MiniMill from the OpenBuilds Parts Store http://openbuildspartstore.com/ They were out of Motors and Electronics when I ordered so I had to source these items elsewhere. But it turned out well doing it this way.

Build Author
Terone Burgenheim
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2653
My CNC

This build is my version of the CBeam machine. I opted to NOT use the Gussets, and instead went for the 40, and 60 mil angle brackets to cut the price back a little further. I started with the smoothieboard but decided it was still "too new" and very much experimental. This build took me a few (2-3) days to complete. The CBeams and Lead-Screws really make building things faster since you don't have to clamor over belts.

Build Author
Terone Burgenheim
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6220
CoreXY - Tower Printer

I wanted to try a different way of operating the Z Axis so I setup a tower using 40x40. In the end it worked excellently and can easily print 60mm/s with 150mm/s travels. The coreXY is a very cool kinematic, and you can get some pretty great speed and accuracy. The main issue is the fact your Steps/mm are doubled, so the lower end motors don't like it at high speeds.

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Bill325
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2185
One more life for a cube

Modify a Gen1 Cube printer into a small cnc router to cut pcbs and light (VERY light) milling work. Also easy to swap out the rotary head and mount a laser head for engraving.

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JAC_101
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5823
Small PCB, Engraving and Delrin CNC Mill

This is my first attempt at building a spindle based CNC machine. The intention is to mill PCB boards and mill delrin blocks. The device was built with an Emergency Stop that actually cuts power to the spindle and motors. This is a post build write-up and consists of finished photo compilation and CAD renderings.

Build Author
Liam Dahler
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6311
Affordable Cartesian Printer (Initial Design)

This specific build page is a collection of screenshots sampling some of my initial SolidWorks design and pictures showing physical construction of the initial design. I will be creating individual build articles as I redesign, test, and implement new aspects of the printer.
Plasma CNC, 4'6" × 8'8" v0318

A plasma table able to cut 4'6" x 8'8" sheet. Low cost as possible.
Silverchris's Laser Cutter

Work in Progress of a laser cutter design. Based on the CoreXY build from https://makerstore.com.au
Homemade CNC

This started as an attempt to learn to weld and quickly took on a life of its own.

Build Author
Limine3D
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4292
Shapeoko 1 upgrades

Replaced the original Z-axis for a shapeoko with a c-beam upgrade. This upgrade required a nema 17 mount and a quiet spindle mount I printed with a 3D printer.
Voxel Evolution

This is a remix of Marshal Peck's Voxel OX, with some design tweaks inspired by Makerparts and jjcolletta. It has a build area of 300mm X 300mm X 480mm, but is easily configured for just about any build area up to 500mm X 500mm X 750mm. I have used some laser cut acrylic plates and a couple of 3D printed parts in its construction, however it can be assembled using nothing but OpenBuilds parts with the exception of the heated bed and the Y axis carrier for the heated bed.
Big-X Minimill

Minimill bundle, but with an extended X Axis
Delta without vertices

As this is a build in progress, I will update it as I progress.
V5- 2in1 ( 3dPrint+laser Engraving )

2in1 ( 3dPrint+laser Engraving )

Build Author
Mark Carew
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16407
C-Beam XLarge X/Y Table

This OpenBuilds C-Beam XLarge X/Y Table is a great display of how easy it is to modify and create awesome configurations with the OpenBuilds system!

Build Author
Mark Carew
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16874
NEMA 17 Belt and Pinion Actuator

This Belt and Pinion actuator is a great example of how easy it is to convert your machine into a belt drive system.
Galvos

3d printable galvos
Design and Performance Evaluation of A Large FDM 3D Printer

This build includes the design of a large FDM 3D printer. This machine has a 796mm by 796mm by 900mm (LxWxH) build volume. Motion is controlled by servo motors and the printer runs on python-based marlin firmware.

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SCYBUCK
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4985
KYO SPHINX a la' SCYBUCK

KYO SPHINX, CENTROID ACORN, GECKO 540, HALL EFFECT LIMIT SWITCHES, 2.2 KW, 24,000 RPM SPINDLE, WATER COOLED, 600 oz-in STEPPERS, INTENDED TO CUT ALUMINUM.

Build Author
Jones
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3779
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
Mark Carew
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5933
OpenCase Mounting Kit

The OpenCase Mounting Kit makes wire management quick and easy!

Build Author
Mark Carew
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25024
V-Slot™ Nema 23 Linear Actuator (Belt Driven)

This example build shows how easy it is to make a linear actuator using a few OpenBuilds Parts.

Build Author
RobFromLDMS
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4933
Lithgow Mens Shed CNC build

The tale of how we put together our CNC Router, and some of the difficulties encountered. It is now ready for final testing and commissioning.

Build Author
Vin1027
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7078
C-Beam Sphinx

This is the original C-Beam Sphinx with the 16 wheel X gantry plates. I'm using the Ethernet Smoothstepper, Gecko G540 stepper driver and Mach 4 for motion control.
John's Sphinx

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

Pick and place based on the Openbuilds ACRO 20x20

Build Author
Doug Rowley
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4141
My Workbee 1010

This is a workbee 1010 build using the mechanical parts from Open Builds. The electrical and electronic parts were from a prior build of a Root 3 CNC by Sailor Pete.
Hevavy duty 1300mm x 1300mm laser cutter Ceramic tube Servo motors

Starting the next Laser build, Plan to complete within 60 days.
A More Rigid C-Beam

I added the steel to create a less flexible milling surface to make heavier cuts in aluminum. I can also do light steel cutting now as well. I wish OpenBuilds made a steel and rail version of these kits.
Mammoth (Delta printer)

Massive Delta printer with a print area of 25 Inches (634mm).
BKE Lead 1010 - First CNC Router

LEAD CNC
Filament winder ( carbon fiber )

Carbon fiber filament winder
Fully 3D Printed Small CNC Router/Plotter

3D Printed CNC machine. The build is on Thingiverse. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3842401 I posted it here to give props to the Openbuilds Control Software!

Build Author
DaleShaw
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4202
Senior Project CNC table

So for my senior project I decided to build a CNC router. I kind of need to get this done before May so we'll see what all goes down. It's going to be a 3 axis machine (for now) and will be able to handle 4x8 sheets of wood. This is my first build. It's going to be intresting..
1250x1000 Build

A new design of my based on a couple different machines I have seen both on openbuilds and youtube. In the end will have a and X/Y workspace of 1250mm x 1000mm and a Z axis range of about 200mm.
Core XY Beast

Super solid core xy build inspired by the e3d tool changer
SharkBits Holder

Get organized with the SharkBits Holder!
Ox cnc improvements chain driven

Just ox cnc experiment

Build Author
Forestbird Originals
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5097
Lead 1010 Build - Anything but stock.

This is a lead 1010 build that I wanted to have a little fun with. I purchased the whole Lead 1010 kit, and felt like studying a few shortcomings of the original to see if I can improve it or just have some fun with it.
MIT E-Vent | MIT Emergency Ventilator

Ventilator prototype based of OpenBuilds Stock parts
Learning how to build

I made a 5x10 foot cnc out of the parts I bought on this site. It's been upgraded and tinkered with ever since. The end goal is to learn enough to learn to build a large 10x10 foot 3d printer.

Build Author
Frank Gore
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9500
Kossel Extreme

A custom Delta printer for large projects with any filament that still retains speed and accuracy, all within a 15 amp/110VAC power budget. Based on Johann's Mini Kossel design.

Build Author
ckgottabuild
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3964
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
GHOST Case by Copper Pour

GHOST Case build for the OpenBuilds Black Box Motion Control System
SolidCore CoreXY

All metal CoreXY 3D Printer Design with triple z, kinematic bed, and scalable corexy mechanism.
K40 upgrades

Cheap chinese K40 laser upgrades, including 60x30cm working area, MKS or SKR controllerboard (smoothieware or marlin, not yet decided.) Light, psu and a bit more :)
OB Lead 1515 CNC Router 2021

Building the OB Lead 1515 was straight forward. The on-line OpenBuilds assembly videos were extremely clear and easy to follow. Initial build of this machine is with OpenBuilds BlackBox which simplified getting the electronics to work the first time. OpenBuilds staff are friendly and helpful.

Build Author
Edgar Mata
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29433
ME - Core XY 3d printer

I wanted to make my own Voron, so I made my own Voron,
C-beam charmer

Double C-beam Y axis 500mm., Double 2080 X axis 600mm. , C-beam Z axis 250mm, TB-6600 drivers, MKS-DLC32v2 GRBL w/wi-fi and blue tooth
THE BIG GREEN MACHINE

1500*1500*1900 (xyz) Biocomposite Pellet 3D printer

Build Author
Jasont
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3864
MY first CNC build

my first cnc build using the lead 1010 to build bigger and better!!
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
Sigifredo Cruz Rojas
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3889
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.
CNC Linear Slide for DIY project

Low cost cnc linear drive for making any xyz cnc structure
Gauthali V2.0 DIY 3D printer

This is based on core XY kinematics. First of all, we designed a CAD model. Most of the required parts are designed by us in solidworks software, and some parts are downloaded from a web platform ‘grabcad’. After that we assembled those parts and inspected them in solidworks. The designed CAD models are frame of 470mmX392mmX545mm SBR linear guide rod, linear guide holder, lead screw, motor mounts, pulley, bed mount, idler block, timing belt clamper.

Build Author
CONUCON
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6019
3DTwinX Gantry CNC System

Belt driven 3-axis linear system for high precision and low costs. > Threading and linear real cutting needed

Build Author
David E. Flores E.
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6176
ACRO System w/Laser 80W

This is my version of the OpenBuilds ACRO System CNC, a 1010 version (1000mm x 1000mm). I need this machine to build PCB prototypes within 2-days at maximum. I will try to build PCBs using drill and laser methods...

Build Author
David E. Flores E.
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2509
F-Ender-Plus 3D Printer

F-Ender-Plus its based on the Ender 3 Pro, but improved: CR-10 hotend, double gear extruder, double z-axis motor, bltouch incorporated, hotbed leveling improved strings kit. Most made using local vendor parts, and still I'm increasing my knowledge of how get better 3D printings by calibrating motors steps, leveling the hotbed and z-axis; using a 3mm thick glass...

Build Author
OpenBuilds
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4447
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
Just Another CNC

I wanted to make my own unit. I enjoy building and was looking for a challenge.

Build Author
hbtousa
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1423
Six_Axis Camera Slider

X is 1000mm, Y is 1500 mm, Z is 1000mm. It Rotates 360 degrees and Tilt also can move 360 degrees. I also have a motor that controls the focus of the camera.
TFE2 CNC Build

My TFE2 CNC Build. The TFE was much smaller and all of the gantry plates were 3D printed. Despite this it will happily machine aluminium without issue. So I decided to use that to make the TFE2 which will be all aluminium plates and much larger (1200x800mm machining area with roughly 140mm in Z so I can later add a rotary axis.)

Build Author
Bobnet
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16184
Oversize ShapeOko as a 3D printer.

Converting a ShapeOKO into a 3D printer.
Linear Rotational Art.

One Linear Actuator covering two dimensions, WHAT!

Build Author
mirage335
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11761
FlexReplicator

Multi-tool 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC mill.

Build Author
Bobnet
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13098
Rackmount + OpenRail

OpenRail attached to a 19" rackmount 15U box.

Build Author
Christer Langley
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9273
CNC-Solutions Build

My first Build with V-slot
Large 1500x1000 Laser V

I am building a Laser cutter based off Robert Hummel's Laser V design.

Build Author
John J Talavera
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8284
CNC FOR EVERYONE, THE DUCK!

www.cncforeveryone.com. the Duck is something that i think would be helpful in my shop since we already do cold casting.
Little Big OX

A complete CNC newbie is tackling a mighty challenge, Not only is he making a CNC router, He's going to try and upsize it.
SlideRap

Delta printer that uses printed carriages sliding on aluminium extrusions.
USB Pendant

An USB Pendant for LinuxCNC / Mach3
DoubleX

This is a Dual X-axis platform.

Build Author
Richard Bugland
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8611
Heavy Inexpensive CNC

Acquiring a CNC has been on my list for some time now. This concept is a bare bones, upgradeable machine that will not require a complete rebuild when new parts become available. With a cutting surface over 36" square, this beast should be capable of creating its own parts. Lowering the price to make upgrading and making this contraption beefier, faster, and more precise.
BotMaker

This is a work in progress 3D printer Dimensions are 230x230x340mm height. Print dimensions are: 135x135x160mm. Prototype has a bowden extruder with a J-head hotend. Assembly instructions: http://reprapstyle.blogspot.pt
CNC CARDBOARD BOX CUTTER

Just an easy build .... uncomplicated.... simple tools .... but hoping for a good result!

Build Author
Philippe Bergeron
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9927
My first 3D printer: Absolute3Dr

You are about to read the evolution of my 3d Printer build.
HIGH POWER DC MOSFET (Relay)

High Power DC MOSFET
Mendal Max 1.5 EX2 - a part of this, a part of that.

I like this design a lot. It's very stable, very strong and with the EX2 enhancements, it prints like a champ.
CraneBot

A minimum parts build with belt driven Z-axis.

Build Author
sw3Dp
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11617
stranger than fiction OX

OX hybrid all CAD open sourced non-commercial ip; .dwg, .dxf,.3dm, .iam, .ipt files jamming their pie

Build Author
Kyo
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10417
Fina

This is Fina; My Lautr3k inspired build.
3D Printer DELTA

Delta printer, Bed size 280 cm dimeter Print Height 300 cm not tested yet the speed
Large Manual 3d Printer

This is the largest printer I have found. It is also the cheapest. The reason is that it is run by hand, without computer or motors or electronics. Put an object on one side and move the 3d pen while tracing the object. Move the z dimension by turning the crank on the lab jack to move the printed copy down a notch. Be creative!
My Little OX

This build has been an educational experience. Software and hardware alike.
Cancelled - Modified OX CNC for Mitre Cutting (Picture Framing)

Creating a CNC mitre (45°) cutter, for picture frame cutting. Starting with an OX, but inverting various parts and adding a material table, with a stepper-controlled measuring guide.

Build Author
Mike Andrews
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9070
Monster - a multiple material 3D printer with 20"(X) X 14"(Y) X ~20"(Z)

A Laut3k derivative that goes for volume and large number of print materials at the same time. Using OpenBuild linear motion systems to get away from belt drives.
Delta Bot: Improved DIY 3D Printer

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 fast). Built with heated bed, hybrid bowden suspended extruder, and counterweight (tested printing 21 hours straight with no motors hot). Optional smart controller for computerless printing. Print any kind of thermoplastic.
My Shapeoko Router build

I built this as it is a small portable design.
core xy smoothie

i had som left over parts and i dit like to test the corexy control so this is wat i came up with. sorry bad englich.
Large Laser cut table build

Large 6 x 10 foot laser table build. New to building CNC
C beam cnc modified

C beam cnc modified

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
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10566
Folger-Tech Y-Carriage

This a redesign of the Folger-Tech Y-Carriage using the Solid V-Wheels, Ball Bearings, the V-Slot Rail System.
RoStockFAZZ

My large printer design. 400mm build plate, ~1000mm build height. Most of structure is 8020 but the sliders are V-Rail

Build Author
Mogens Kusk
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5071
Belt driven 1200mm x 700mm x170mm axis

CNC router
Voxel OX Based Build

Building upon the great work done by Marshall Peck and others. I have started a new build.
