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nickchnv
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11421
Rigid Compact Desktop C-BEAM

This modified C-Beam, is a compact, powerful and affordable desktop CNC.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
70526
X Y Table OpenRail / V-Slot Build Examples

The X/Y table system is a great starting point for many CNC projects giving you the ability to move an object on the X and Y axis in a simple compact style.
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
PaulS
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19953
UltiFaker 2 Go

This is a breakdown of how I designed the UltiFaker 2 Go as well as how I machined and assembled it. I'll include a complete BOM and all of the drawings and prices.

Build Author
Matt Nelson
Views
11651
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.

Build Author
BeTrue3D
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21251
BeTrue3D Printer

High Quality CoreXY with focus on quality and optimized printarea versus physical size of the printer.
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
13052
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
Kims3DIY
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17424
Beamlazer Laser cutter CO2 100W

Hi everyone, im new to the world of lasercutters but i have been granted access for a Trotec laser for a while with old firmware and only compability trought Windows XP. Then i decided to build my own laser, with some easier workflow and support for Windows 10. Since im still a student i have limited resources, so i will try too use scrap parts as much as possible. I will publish photos and updates during my build continously. Gladly taking advices from others.

Build Author
StrictlyScale
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8703
Lead1010 Build with Enclosure

First time CNC builder puts together a Lead1010 machine.

Build Author
winand
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17334
YAOR (Yet Another Openbuilds Router)

Yet Another Openbuilds Router, my version :-)

Build Author
Julius
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24395
OX Balls - 1605 Ballscrew Powered 1000mmx1000mmm OX derivative

1000x1000mm Ballscrew driven OX Derivative. Dewalt 611 spindle and TB6600 Drivers.
Dragon Too Plasma Cutter

A Benchtop Plasma Cutter Concept
Somewhat Simple Lead screw conversion for an OX CNC

Somewhat Simple Lead screw conversion for an OX CNC.

Build Author
OffAxis
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6998
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.

Build Author
Roy Berntsen
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25255
V-King CoreXY

V-King CoreXY 3d Printer- 380*340*340 Build volume - All wheels on V-Slots - Belts on XYZ - High quality and controlled design - Proven fast, reliable and it is all open source
Yet Another LEAD CNC Build

My take on the LEAD CNC build. Followed the instructions and I think it came together very nicely. Added a few of my own touches to finish up the build.

Build Author
Marco964
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8372
Lead CNC 1510 modified

This is an Openbuilds LEAD 1510, modified to supports a liquid cooled 1.5Kw spindle. The movements are made with lead screw on all three axes.

Build Author
Rick 2.0
Views
16651
C-Beam Mini Mite

A small system with a big bite. Design achieves a good balance between machine size vs. build area, rigidity and ease of construction all while keeping build cost as low as possible.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
84508
V-Slot™ Belt & Pinion Example Build

The OpenBuilds team has redefined the belt and pinion concept. By using standard OpenBuild components were able to improve on this system in ways that will save on cost and enhance its engineering capabilities.
The Frog: CNC Router

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

Build Author
mytechno3d
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15409
Cut To Length Machine

A Cut To Length machine controlled by computer
The Laserbox

A low cost and easy to build laser cutter based on 2.8w laser diode .
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
JWhitten
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13373
Build #2 - Bigger & Stronger

Large format CNC router with a 1500mm x 3000mm cutting envelope (5 x 10 ft) strong enough to cut wood and aluminum constructed from 20-series and 40-series aluminum extrusions. Complete Project Log w/ Pictures: https://goo.gl/photos/Co81AvGwVijE2zow9

Build Author
Eric Jacobsson
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13955
The Floating Dust Shoe

I wanted a dust shoe that have a easy access to tool change and something that kind of float on the surface. And I have seen shoes with long brush that sucked in by the vacuum. I think I have the solution too all that here.

Build Author
viktop
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17146
Simple CNC Router (Nema17, V-slot 2040, Arduino, GRBL)

An OX-inspired mini desktop mill.
V-Baby CoreXY - Quality Engineered DIY 3d Printer

Easy to build - affordable opensource DIY CoreXY 3d Printer for fast reliable prototyping on your desktop - All wheels and V-Slots for smooth quick moves and opensource firmware on 8 or 32 bit controllers
Makerparts.ca Prusa i3Pro 300

Concept for a Prusa i3 made from Cbeam Extrusion. X & Y using GT2 Belts, Z using Acme Screws Goal is to build a simple. and very Solid Printer Single Z Motor to keep the Z Screws in Sync. (Might require Geared Nema 17) 12" x 12" x 12" Build volume Nema 17's
C-Beam XL with Aluminum Bed

C-Beam XL with v-slot aluminum bed for fixturing.

Build Author
Bud Griffin
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10999
BF3D OX (Big Freakin' 3D OX)

This is my latest printer build. The second printer I've built using V-Slot.
Behemoth cnc router with linear rails

Behemoth cnc router build in progress using hiwil rails and closedloop servos.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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14351
The Franken Forty

This is a K40 machine conversion!!

Build Author
wackocrash5150
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18570
45W CO2 Laser Build

A co2 laser build that is heavily inspired and based quite a bit off Pedro Fernandez' 50w co2 laser build. This is my first build post so, bare with me.

Build Author
Scott Drake
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21941
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
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.
Lautr3k RepRap

A 3D printer without belts, a print volume of 320x320x260mm, obviously the V-Slot as linear guide! and a maximum of printed pieces.
The RAT. A form ply and aluminium hybrid.

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

Build Author
Peter Oakes
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42844
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.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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34589
PhlatPrinter MK 3

The Phlatprinter 3 was designed to be used in a small shop with the ability to cut large sheets of foam for RC airplane projects. The idea was that you could save all of your aircraft as models and tweak to perfection after every flight.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
10977
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
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8675
YACLR CNC

Yet Another Chinese Linear Rail CNC, my first one, doing this mainly for the fun of building it more than using it.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
73220
OpenBuilds Workbee 1010 (40" x 40")

The OpenBuilds WorkBee 1010 - 1000x1000 Lead Screw Driven CNC Machine

Build Author
Mark Carew
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81618
BlackBox Motion Control System

The Openbuilds BlackBox is a new system evolved around a set of subsystems that cover more than just control and also more than just CNC type applications! With a plug-and-play easy connection system this controller can be used with ease, without sacrificing power.

Build Author
that-jim
Views
9610
Z-Axis Upgrade For My Sphinx

Z-Axis Upgrade For My Sphinx

Build Author
Rob Taylor
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25555
DSLR Video Slider

A simple 1500mm V Slot camera slider for timelapse and possibly video with an Arduino Uno controlling a Pololu A4988 driving an OpenBuilds NEMA 17 stepper, and triggering the camera.

Build Author
UltiBots
Views
31915
Mini Kossel V-Slot 3D Printer

This build is very straight forward. The design is simple. There is a great support community for Delta 3D printers.

Build Author
inhan
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20375
Openbuilds rovo laser mini(오픈빌드)

laser mini 20 * 40 OPENBUILDS base frame.(크기 412x455mm) laser mini 20*40 기본프레임입니다. 기존 여러부품을 사용한 제품보다 부품수를 줄이면서 최소한의 단가를 뽑을려고 디자인했습니다.. 기존대비 부품수 절반에 단가도 절반을 줄이면서 최적의성능을 내려합니다.

Build Author
alex_b
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14894
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.
Nox 1500mm x 1500mm C-Beam

C-Beam build using a double C-Beam for the X axis. 1500mm x 1500mm

Build Author
AK-Creation
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14068
Reference sensor for CNC Tools

For the x and y Axis you set the zero point with a limit switch, but how can you get the zero position for the z Axis? You have different thickness of material to mill and when you change the tool, you have also a other z Axis positon. With the Sensor, you can define the zero position of the piece automaticly.
C-Beam to C-Beam XL Upgrade

This is my first public build. Please be kind. We upgraded our C-Beam to the C-Cbeam X-Large. I want to give special thanks to Moag and the OpenBuilds team for making this happen.

Build Author
mytechno3d
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24433
SLA (Resin) 3D Printer

SLA LCD 3D Printer ( 8.9'' LCD screen )
MiniMill Z Axis Upgrade with Offset Motor

Upgrade your Minimill with an off-set Z Axis Motor

Build Author
pek
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25750
Prusa i3 Bear Half Upgrade v1.0

Stronger frame for Prusa i3 MK2 / MK2s / MK2.5 3D printer
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
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34617
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
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7180
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.
WorkBee 750x750 build

This CNC build is to help with some areas of my guitar builds - mainly inlays but some body work as well where appropriate. I expect it will be used for lots of other things once I get to know what it's capable of (sorry - what I'm capable of!).

Build Author
jz321
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3973
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
Mark Carew
Views
80895
OpenBuilds Workbee 1510 (60" x 40")

The OpenBuilds WorkBee 1510 - 1500x1000 Belt Driven CNC Machine

Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
14294
Z FLoating head for Plasma cutting (OX CNC compatible)

How to convert your OX CNC to a plasma cutter at low cost

Build Author
Scott Martinez
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11107
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.

Build Author
HuguesP
Views
6468
Peristaltic pumps, Automatic Cocktail mixer

This is an automatic cocktail mixer made with 8 small peristaltic pumps. this is driven with the touch screen or over wifi. the controller used is a raspberry pi with a Apache webserver
LR/BS CNC Router

An easy to source/easy to build, yet quite robust CNC router. This design has not yet be implemented.
Fixed Gantry CNC Router

A fixed gantry router using OpenBuilds control and electronics.

Build Author
north90
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14237
OpenSampler: OpenSource autosampler for use in laboratory

An open source autosampler to be used in laboratories for the automated analysis of gas or liquid samples.
Hot Wire 4 Axis CNC Foam cutter

This build uses drawer slides and thread rod to create foam wings and fuselages by passing a hot wire through the foam which makes very accurate shapes. I built a Radio Controlled SuperVC10 using foam but did have a cnc machine then so I had to make many templates to guide the hot wire. This inspired me to build a cnc hot wire cutter. Works really well and have made several RC models with it now
The Nguni - an OX variant

A modified OX with more X clearance, MDF plates, vacuum table
Hurricane - Large 80cm x 80cm x 80cm cm build space project

Huge - Fast - Affordable
openbuilds rovo c-beam (700*1000)(1000*1000)한국오픈빌드.

Open the build will create open and sharing. 오픈빌드는 만들고 오픈하고 공유합니다.

Build Author
Ronald van Arkel
Views
15753
Upgrading the C-Beam machine

So we have new plates, stronger motors, belt drive reduction, but what should we do with them? In this article you might find the answer you were looking for as we took an “old” C-Beam machine and started to upgrade the X/Z body and added more torque and precision to the Z-axis.
Dragon Portable CNC Plasma Cutter

A small portable CNC Plasma Cutter with some unique features
RSW's C-Beam Build

I built a CNC Router using 3/4 MDF, 1/8 aluminum angle for bearing races and various other odds and ends. I learned a lot about how not to build a CNC router. I found Openbuilds.com and decided to build a C-Beam for my first build. The long term idea is to use this machine to build custom plates for and OX type machine and a 3d printer.
Hydraulic lifting table

I started this project without drawing. in itself this went fine with some minor adjustments. My profession is machine builder that might make it a little easier. I still enjoy it every day.

Build Author
nc3dpw
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22424
(Portable) Large Format 3d Printer 4ft square frame. Build Volume 36in x 36in x 36in

Large format printer build based off successful small Corexy. I figured it could be scaled to large format and be portable. Portable meaning by removing a few pieces it could effectively be rotated out of a standard door frame.

Build Author
BinaryConstruct
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9541
BinaryConstruct V3

This printer is a design that has evolved over three years. The original goals of this project were to design a rigid printer that had a large print volume, 300mm^3, with easily sources parts and a minimum of complicated printed parts.

Build Author
John Bolduc
Views
5437
SG Duet Delta

This my version of a large no corners cut Delta.
Starting my build 2.8mx1.4m

Starting my cnc router, laser and plasma using aluminium 80x80
Workbee with Duet controller

Workbee 1010 with Duet controller from Ooznest

Build Author
Kyo
Views
25439
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
11897
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
Mark Carew
Views
14247
Phlatprinter MKII

Phlatprinter MKII Foam Cutting Machine
All in One Grill -Mangal Schaschlik Döner

I create for some Years this all in one Grill. This Grill is without wellding, only fixed with screws. My Grill is 5 years old and look so, as at the first day (no moving away). The drawings and discription (sorry only in German, but with some pictures) to Download as PDF file. The unwindings to Download as DXF and GEO (Trumpf Laser) file. Have fun to build and Grill

Build Author
SlyClockWerkz
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16162
1000mm X 1500mm OX CNC -- Fiber/Garolite

Building the full size OX.

Build Author
Steve B
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15004
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
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21819
C-Beam Rigid - 'The Hog'

C-Beam Machine baseline build. DW618 Spindle. SuperPID. Gcode Controlled Mist Coolant. Rigid Work Surface. NEMA 23 (425oz-in) Leadshine 4 Axis Stepper Driver. LinuxCNC (MachineKit) Tool Touch Off Probe.

Build Author
Rob Taylor
Views
17948
Portable Diode Laser Cutter

Integrating custom machined components and off-the-shelf CNC components to create a portable diode laser etcher with air assist and reasonably substantial z-axis travel.

Build Author
ymilord
Views
12036
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)
Jim's C-Beam Machine Build

This machine is fantastic. Teamed up with Fusion 360, Inkscape, and GrblPanel, I'm well on my way towards making at least one Christmas gift this year. I had some frustrating times during the build, mainly with getting everything to go together square, but overall it was fun. I can see that I'm going to need to be a bit creative in order to max out the work area for this machine so that I can produce the product I bought it for, but it will be able to do so much more for me as well.

Build Author
Bridge Port
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8261
CNC Line Boring Machine

This is a CNC Line Boring Machine for our cabinet shop. It drills the holes every 32 mm for the adjustable shelf pins in the cabinet side pieces. I chose this option over purchasing a multi-head boring machine that requires 11 drill bits - Left & Right hand twist - that also requires a lot of strength to plunge that many drill bits into the wood to be drilled.
Laser engraving machine

Second better project, high durable mainframe, silent work, non vibration.
Soundproof case for Ox

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

Build Author
Kyo
Views
15084
Stinger Laser

3-Axis CNC Laser Engraver running grbl 1.1 in laser mode and Laserweb4.
Kool Bot

Mid range build.

Build Author
Apothus
Views
21702
Sphinx rigid XL

Rigid variant of the C-Beam sphinx platform
Extendable Mini Mill

Another MiniMill, different to the OpenBuilds version and potentially more flexible because of the design.
