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griso
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8565
3d nika

Over 840 parts. Of whom around 450 are screws and nuts, more than 100 parts are printed on a 3D printer, the frame consists of about 60 components. There is nearly 40 electrical components connected with tens of meters of wires, most of them sleeved.
Update for my 3D Printer - Big Size

I like combo machines, so I upgrade my 3D Printer with a Laser. It is a double head combination. The Laser is easy removable.

Build Author
Krishnakumar
Views
7815
Hobby OX CNC

This "hobby OX" CNC is built for multiple purposes such as cutting and engraving various materials, laser etching and cutting, etc... Its a great platform for hobby enthusiasts like me where this machine can be used for so many different purposes effectively and efficiently!
80watt Lasercutter, workingarea 105x52[cm], steel frame

I will write a short buildlog here with mostly pictures. I designed this lasercutter in solidworks(not totally finished) for a good overview and such that the steel tubes could be lasercut by a company, the metal frame is based on the lasercutter the KÄSER, which you can find on cnczone.nl. The mechical parts are designed by myself because I had no mill to my use, so the mechnical parts are lasercut(same company as tube) steelplates welded together.
ORCA Laser Build

This is my take on the Acro Laser system made from mostly salvaged, scrap, or leftover parts. I modified the plates in an attempt to maximize the cutting area and I wanted a lightweight adjustable Z axis.

Build Author
Bob Darrow
Views
8295
BA3DP

A slightly more than one half cubic meter 3D Printer using V Rails, V Rollers, "C" Rail, mounting plates, and a bunch of 3D printed brackets to provide strength and stability to the frame. Rigidity was the goal and precision and accuracy the result. The software is a whole other topic, many weeks spent dialing that in to make the printer print.
Rotary Axis for Laser Engraver/Cutter

This is a fully adjustable, low profile rotary axis for your Laser Cutter. Many OpenBuilds components are used, plus a handful of 3D printed parts.

Build Author
Joe F
Views
7572
Rack and Pinion Cartesian Mill

This is a rework of a previous build I did on here, a mostly printed cartesian CNC. Initially intended to just be an update to that, but so many things changed including the linear motion and every single part has been modified significantly that I felt as though it deserved a whole new build.
Z Axis for ACRO

Created a small Z axis for the ACRO motion system. I wanted to more easily adjust the height of the laser to accommodate various thicknesses of material, without having to manually loosen screws to adjust. Also wanted to be able to vary the height for multiple cutting passes on some materials. Try to stick to a similar aesthetic as the original ACRO system and plates.
(Smaug) 100w 1500x1000mm CNC Laser

Laser CNC made with mostly Openbuilds and amazon sourced components. Lots of 3d printed components as well. The main purpose is to cut EVA foam.

Build Author
zelos
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18531
ZelosLaser Engraver/Cutter 2.0 : Sturdy & Versatile

Zelos Laser Cutter Version 2.0 GRBL Shield with Nema 17 motors. 2 Watt laser for cutting and fine grayscale pictures built very sturdy and modular

Build Author
DaveStewart
Views
5559
Small C-Beam Plate Maker With Remote Login & Operation

C-Beam Plate cutter with Raspberry Pi V3, Arduino Mega2560 and Camera. Remote login & operation via SSH with cnc.js server, mjpg server on the Pi.

Build Author
Nicademus
Views
8693
CNC/3DPrint/Laser/Mill (formerly CNC-inator3000)

Ultimately - the design is based on the highly successful Ultimaker concept, for which a regular size costs in the thousands, and one of this size would be edging into the 10's of thousands. Expected Build cost - <$800 It is a X/Y Cartesian printer with Raising/Lowering Z axis (Hotbed.) - Overall size is 610mm x 610mm x 750mm - with build volume of around 450mmx450mmx450mm - and will also have the ability to change work tools - such as for CNC Routing, Lazer etching, 3d Scanning, etc.
Big CNC plasma cutter

more later
Large format plasma ox

I will update this as I go, cad files upon request. My x beam is basically a belt driven r7
Based on 608 tube Plasma Cutter

Simple steel tube design Plasma water table
Horizontal Cantilever or Vertical Diode Laser Engraver

Light weight portable Laser Engraver (6.5lbs - 12lbs)
Custom 40W Laser Cutter

So this is my custom 40W build. I wanted to make another laser similar to the one I built but a lot smaller and an all in one system so that if I ever decide to do a farmers market or something similar, I wanted to be able to put the laser on the back of the car and drive to whatever location. I think it's going to work. It will be see-through with lights and screens eveywhere. The lights alone should attract people like flies. That's the plan anyway.
My C-Beam build and modifications

Modified C-Beam which I plan to add a laser module and eventually convert to C-Beam XL size.
Dash X Direct, Cross-Beam 3d Printer

This is the next version of Dash, now operating much closer to its potential. Please message me if you need anything, such as Simplify3D settings, material information, design intent etc. Since the Pack-and-Go zip file is fairly large (120mB), here is a link where it can be downloaded: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q3ygyo_tTrB4UYIV62_wtCSCbWuE3krT/view?usp=sharing Note: I use Solidworks 2022, acquired through their Solidworks for Makers program (check it out!). A super deal at $100/yr

Build Author
Shaun Weitzel
Views
6001
OpenBuilds Lead 1515

First build of a Lead 1515!

Build Author
cnc-trucker
Views
1978
Arduino Mega to EMC2 (LinuxCNC) Plasma Table Conversion

This is a story about a guy who started with a $25 set of plans, and through 4 iterations/ rebuilds, ended up with a professional quality CNC plasma table capable of cutting anything steel up to 2 inches thick.

Build Author
Mohsen Abbasi
Views
7660
Portable Foam Cutter

A portable foam cutter to make your forms everyware using a LiPo Battery.

Build Author
rusirius
Views
16103
MultiBOT LRP

A CNC platform designed with swapable heads to do laser engraving/etching/cutting, routing and milling, as well as 3D printing.

Build Author
M^3
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17000
M Cubed 3 Axis Bluetooth CNC Controller

Low cost, Bluetooth enabled, 3 axis CNC controller. GRBL 0.9 compatible.

Build Author
Kermareg
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16761
MOX CNC

[EN] Build of my Multiple OX CNC. It's goal is to run in 2 differents modes : router and 3D printer modes. The router mode will allows the use of a laser diode or a standard spindle. [FR] Construction d'une CNC basée sur l'OX pour des usages multiples. Deux modes principaux sont prévus : l'impression 3D et l'usinage via une defonceuses. Le mode usinage permettra à l'avenir de placerune tête laser pour effectuer quelques gravures simples. Une version française : http://kermareg.be/?page_id=103

Build Author
brw_racing
Views
15256
3d printed 2.5' X 2.5' cnc plasma cutting machine

Improvements to a cnc plasma cutter i designed a while back. Not that it really needs it to work but i think it could be an improvement.
laser add-on for C-Beam machine

3.8 W laser add-on for C-Beam machine. Can easily be swapped with the router.
CO2 laser

http://www.buildlog.net/sm_laser/drawings.html using this as a baseline.... Going to try and use all or most off the shelf parts.

Build Author
Lindsey Lewis
Views
7261
CNC Mini Mill Build

CNC Mini Mill build with some mods after following standard build on Youtube video.

Build Author
George Motichka
Views
3353
Transformer

I wanted a machine that could easily switch between 3D Printing and Laser Engraving
Phlux Core XY Laser Etcher

A 750mm x 1000mm Core XY Laser Etcher/Cutter. To cut down on cost I tried to have as many parts as possible be printed.

Build Author
jpjoshua
Views
11721
Arduino Grbl Laser CNC

Arduino powered Laser CNC using GRBl firmware.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
7728
OpenBuilds PowerCase

A simple to assemble, super clean and safe PSU case solution that fits into the OpenBuilds wire management ecosystem
ECNCML (budget mashup)

This build summarizes my CNC milling and laser engraving machine conversion from a dimensional lumber frame and electrical mess to an all aluminum frame with a safe and well constructed (IMHO) control system with the resources I had available.

Build Author
Bruce Walker
Views
6370
BD's Burn Box - ACRO Laser Engraver System

Two plus years in the making, I finally have a working ACRO 510 laser engraver system complete with enclosure and air filtration.
CNC Plasma Table 006

Inexpensive plasma table. Accurate, fast, and low maintenance.

Build Author
M1dn1ghtN1nj4
Views
8900
The Beast

This is a heavily modified system based on the RatRig V-Cast. Lots of personal touches, and a LOT more to come!
ME - Laser CNC

Build of a small laser engraver using V-slot profiles and 3d printed parts
Y-1200 co2 laser

Y-1200 Build The Y-1200 has a cutting area of 1200 x 600mm and the main chassis has a external size of 1620 x 955 x 450mm. The recommended power output is 60-90W, this can also be increased with the use of an extension box. designed by furtherfabrication ROB CHESNEY FREELANCE INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER.
Dedicated Rotary Laser Made from Scrap and Spares

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

Build Author
jaron kennell
Views
7925
Rezo 1390 100W CO2 Laser

This laser is a beast. Designed by Jonathan Frost, and built with 45x45mm aluminum for ultimate rigidity. It has a 4'x3' bed with a pass through that can be utilized to cut full 8x4' sheets of plywood, and has a motorized bed. Rēzo is not only faster and more capable than lasers like Thunder Lasers Nova 51 and Aeon Nova 10, but the final build costs are 40-60% less than said commercially available machines. Plans can be found at https://rezo1390.bigcartel.com/product/rezo-1390-plans

Build Author
Jovian
Views
28120
Proteus

Proteus is the Greek God of change. Besides the numerous aspect of 3D printing that this could relate to this machine like the god can change. The Build allows for an interchanging head that will allow different functionality to be quickly and easily adapted. So you could print clay, silicon, plastic, cut with a laser cutter or even attach a rotary tool
Ultimo

Ultimo is the ultimate multi tool for the person who's serious about prototyping new ideas. A Delta Robot frame supports 3d printing up to 450mm in diameter, a powerful CNC Mill, and 50 amp plasma cutter for processing steel plate. And that's just a start.....wait till you see some of the other attachments we are currently working on incorporating.

Build Author
DiggerJ
Views
8011
Babe - The Big Blue (Laser) OX Build

A 1000 x 1500 OX build with the ability to router cut dovetails as well as laser engraving and light cutting.
Laser cutter project by students

This build is made by students from Fontys Hogescholen Eindhoven, department Engineering. Every quarter a new group continues the work of the previous group. We have been working on the project since september 2015, and as it is a work in progress, a lot will be added later. The first months have mainly been about designing and building an XY-table on which later all the electronic components will be added and the laser.
CNC Glass Grinder

This is a 1-Axis CNC Glass Grinder. It uses a hobby grinder to miter a precise angle on the edge of a piece of glass.
laser gantry use mini v end block my own design

i always make laser cutting machine, but when i see openbuilds, this can make more cheap gantry for make laser cutting.
CO2 Tube life expectancy experiment - Sponsored in part by Openbuilds

Hypothesis - Running CO2 laser tubes at high amperage may shoirten tube life in number of hours, but will be made up for by the increase in actual inches engraved/cut using the higher power. This is a long term experiment, so the build status will remain as "Build in progress" until the experiment has been completed.

Build Author
Hisha
Views
4403
Routy based build

Routy based build using 1000mm Y axis beams and 500mm X axis beams. Using a 20x80 Z axis to use the OpenBuilds router mount.

Build Author
cory stafford
Views
4280
Home built laser cutter

This is a laser cutter built with intent to use arduino as controller for a co2 cutting laser.

Build Author
Lindsey Lewis
Views
8355
Update Eleksmaker with Openbuild eccentrics for X-Carriage

A simple approach to making the Eleksmaker A3 Laser build have a better functioning X-Carriage! Of course this assumes you bought an Eleksmaker A3 or plan to.

Build Author
CandlerCustoms
Views
4719
Candler Customs - Custom CNC Machine

Inexpensive Custom CNC Machine or swappable Laser Engraver utilizing OpenBuilds ACRO System

Build Author
Hilleke
Views
7125
Acro System cable management and enclosure

wooden parts of the enclosure can be removed easily used the existing extraction of my glass bead burners
Vacuum laser table

Large 10’x6’ vacuum table made from steel tubing and 1/4 inch steel plate
Piggy back engraver for ShopBot

Built from leftover T-Slot extrusions plates and hardware from other defunct projects.

Build Author
Quinnthouzand
Views
3219
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.
1.3m x 1.3m RF laser cutter

RF 100w laser cutter build, aluminium extrusion

Build Author
Jacob Christiansen
Views
6153
ACRO 1010 with custom Z axis

This is my build for an ACRO system with a custom z-axis for changing z height for focusing or for adjusting depth when making multiple passes when cutting.
Plasma Table 006

Fast, inexpensive, near-zero maintenance, and 2+ years of near-daily use.

Build Author
John J Talavera
Views
7108
Rotomolder

A simple low cost rotomolder.

Build Author
CubeSpawn
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15312
CubeSpawn 3 Axis Mill Module

Small Form factor based 3 axis Gantry style mill, Removeable mechanical module. Removable Electronics. with a removable machine pallet, for automation.

Build Author
CubeSpawn
Views
18928
CubeSpawn Ultimaker 3D Printer Module

This 3D printer is an implementation of the Ultimaker 3D printer Using the Modular approach, many of the parts from the CubeSpawn 3 axis mill translate straight across into this design, so adding new concepts should go quicker

Build Author
inhan
Views
5488
openbuilds rovo 1000mmx1000mm(rovo x)(korea)

Open build rovo 1000mm * 1000mm. (Rovo x ver) 20.06.2015 now in progress. rovo kit is the 10th product. 8th rovo 750,9 th rovo1000, 10th rovo x ver progress at the same time. 10th item is an aspect of 1000. It changes the size and z-axis has been up.

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
Views
8643
3D Printer 320x220x200

Someone donated a E3D Volcano to me (http://e3d-online.com/Volcano/V6-VOLCANO-POWER-PACK-175-UNIVERSAL-24V) and with a super hotend like that, it feels like a waste to stick it into a small 3D printer. So I decided I want a 320x220mm (XY) machine, 200mm Z is plenty for me

Build Author
Tinker
Views
8070
Kitchen Space Saver

The frame is made from all open builds parts, add the rubber feet and pads for the glass. The glass is clear 12" x 16" x 1/4" with a polished edge. A light basket slides on the countertop.

Build Author
andrizzle
Views
6365
Printer1

Open source 3D printer with very powerful heated bed and light weight x axis design. Full source repository can be found here: https://github.com/a-drizzle/Printer1
C-Beam CNC (1st cnc build!)

1st build CBeam Machine w/ raspberry pi-protoneer hat controller
CO2 laser cutter

A build which is based on a metal frame and aluminium plate which I salvaged from a skip. The frame is sized to hold 19" rack units so I'll build my control box into a 3U rack unit (also salvaged). The area available for the build is 700x1200mm. I'll sling a 60W CO2 tube under the base, the beam path will be initially upward into the enclosure.

Build Author
Simon Rafferty
Views
6989
Rigid Delta

A Rigid Delta Printer using C-Beam screw actuators
c-beam XLarge with ZLarge

XLarge with ZLarge
Ike:Laser

A 2 axis laser engraving machine, with a manual Z axis.
![Acros with customizations [WIP]](https://builds.openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6329.jpg?t=1517104699)
Build Author
Sam Price
Views
5235
Acros with customizations [WIP]

This is a work in progress ACROS build with new legs and wire tracks.

Build Author
Denis Lapratte
Views
3849
All metal Ox hybrid CNC Router Table

This is my second CNC build, but the first one that I design from the ground up. The base is all metal because I want to add Plasma facility later on. I used the Ox model for the gantry plates and made a few changes to adapt to my design. Since I wanted to use parts from my first CNC to save as much as possible, I kept the 5/8 Hi-Lead Screw I had from Roton for the Y and Z axis. I will also add a downdraft table to keep all parts tight on the table for cutting.

Build Author
Todd Brous
Views
4830
Modified Acro with build plate, Z-axis and OPT Laser

Modified Acro for laser engraving. Extra height and and a sturdy build surface for part fixtures, custom mount plates, OPT Laser, and a Z-Axis.
My Little Mashup

A mixed drive, PI Controlled machine
Project Infinity co2 laser

1m x 1.8m 60w co2 laser build.

Build Author
patnap71
Views
6180
MEGADELTA, TLM CLONE with 500MM bed

All metal frame 500mm bed Delta 3D printer

Build Author
holographic
Views
7300
Laser DIY

How i construct and create my DIY Co2 Laser cutter and engraving mashine. details will follow

Build Author
Fábio Pires
Views
6433
Frezar - Desktop CNC

This is a small desktop CNC inspired by the Mini OX project. It's designed with the nema 17 motors in mind. It's a 650mm x 500mm machine that it will be used to mill cast acrlic.
LEAD CNC 1010 Laser Modification

Easy All-in-One Laser and Mounting Kit for your Openbuilds CNC.

Build Author
Robert Mech
Views
8936
LayerFused X301 - CoreXY Large Volume Printer

The X301 is a CoreXY 3D Printer that has a small footprint and a large 300x300x330 build area. The open style of this printer breaks the "Cube" mold of many other printers in this class but still retails rigidity and great performance.
Laser engraver

CNC laser with GRBL firmware on board

Build Author
Genetoys
Views
2736
Oven Dog

Building a printer that can fit inside and operate at ~200 C oven temperatures
Corexy laser

I have tested my Opt Lasers laser module on a "open" frame for some time. Decided that I want to test a corexy setup and combine it with a boxed/enclosed design - my goal is to get high precision + a safe setup with protection from the laser light + a fan to extract the smoke/exhaust..
Fastmill CNC

Very cheap CNC made from laser fired and bent parts.
Home made CNC Plasma Cutter

Not completed yet but it does work, I will be changing small things as I finish the build and I have learned a lot from this build I am looking forward to finishing this one and Building another maybe larger table.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
Views
26260
BlackBox X32

The next level of CNC motion control solutions. Packed with advanced new features and built on the reliability of the proven BlackBox system
Router / Plasma Prototype Build

this is my first attempt at a CNC Table
cnc plasma table

ive got most of the wire harness made up too im using Chinese electronics for now I will upgrade later when this thing makes me some cash lol im using a ibm think center to case to hold my electronics ive got a 25' parallel cable to put some distance between the table and the computer

Build Author
Mohammed Iskandarani
Views
20777
CO2 60 -130 WATT LASER ENGRAVING/CUTTING CNC WITH DSP AWC608 CONTROLLER

LASER ENGRAVING DIY 60 WATT
3 Axis MultiTool - 3D printer, CNC Mill and Plasma Cutter

So in short this build is a work in progress; it aims to make a large 3d printer, medium size CNC mill and a small plasma cutter all in one CNC unit.

Build Author
KBill
Views
12764
MIY OLY Delta Printer

Mag arm deltabot with laser cut carriages and connectors.
Easy to build and robust 3D printer framework

Lord willing I will be showing you how build a robust and easy to build 3D printer framework using V-Slot rails and rollers. It's a little bulky, but it has all spring tensioned rollers on all axes, and can be built entirely without custom machining on any parts. You will need digital calipers, a drill press, a carbide toothed miter saw for cutting aluminum extrusions, and lots of little screws!

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
Views
6678
Pocket Ox (Sheetmetal)

Small CNC - made with some custom lasercut+bent sheetmetal parts + Openbuilds V Slot
LYNX - Huge 3D printer

I'm basically building a larger version of my crappy wanhao 3d printer. My work was recycling some aluminium extrusion and it broke my heart to see such nice pieces of aluminium engineering being sent to a furnace. Mega 3d printer was born!
Zebu ( OX clone with Brasil materials)

An OX clone with alternative parts.

Build Author
David Arroyo
Views
13995
PiDuinoCNC Controller

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 board processor. The touch screen will run a user interface that has buttons for added functionality. There will be a camera for monitoring progress from inside my office. The control box will also feature a way to power the vacuum and spindle/router . I will also be able to monitor room temp as well as Pi CPU temps and averages.

Build Author
Nwrgordon
Views
15048
RepRap Intro

An easy Epic Win for novice engineers new to the RepRap project www.3distributed.com

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
Views
5486
MakerSL MSL-7 Laser Cut Tape Dispenser

An easy simple Tape Dispenser, spawned out of necessity, and shared for the fun of it...
