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Quentin Karmark
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7652
Laguna Swift 4X4 CNC mill retrofitted with OpenBuilds

Used Laguna Swift 4X4 CNC mill with Water-cooled Spindle and RichAuto serial pendant retrofitted with OpenBuilds/Blackbox/Interface
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.
3000x1500 CNC

Here is my Project A CNC 3000 mm by 1500 mm, with a 2.2kW spindle collet ER25 and 4 stepper motor nema 23 425oz-in. The purpose being to have a large work surface for a minimum cost.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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18398
V-Slot Modular Sit/Stand Desk

In this build we put together an awesome modular stand-up or sit down desk that is perfect of any home or office.
Beaver's OX 1500

OX 1500mm x 1500mm w/1.5Kw Water Cooled Spindle & VFD ran by a Gecko G540 & Mach3

Build Author
Neptunes Guitars
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7848
Neptunes Ox

First build of CNC OX for the purpose of using it for Guitar building to take a lot of the muscle work out so I can concentrate on the finer details.

Build Author
UltiBots
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13125
Metal MagBall Carriage

UltiBots LLC designs and packages DeltaBot 3D printers using quality components. Our kits are V-Slot based. Print results are impressive. The Metal MagBall Carriage was designed to be ridged, compact, and simple.

Build Author
Maxime Favre
Views
8935
SmoothiebrainZ CBeam Machine

Modded Plate maker with: Smoothiebrainz board and DQ542MA SN04 Endstops Modded Z axis Aluminium build plate and renforced Y axis Dust shoe
The Budget Build

An affordable large CNC machine, that so far has been easy to assemble

Build Author
Lindsey Lewis
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7261
CNC Mini Mill Build

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

Build Author
George Motichka
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3353
Transformer

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

Build Author
Andre Cooke
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16348
CNC Greenland Paddle Carver build

CNC mill for carving / milling Greenland Paddles
Hybrid shapeoko Xcarve cnc router

My scratch build using shapeoko, xcarve, and custom parts.

Build Author
ShockingTops
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3915
Opening into doors

Construction of a CNC table for a specific project that could cut an area larger than a door (>8'x4'). Much thought went into how to avoid the weight of the gantry bending the (long) Y axis, whilst still keeping down the complexity and cost.

Build Author
spark2
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4981
C-Beam - Sphinx 1000x1000mm inspired by Kyo

A stable CNC Router that allows me to cut and carve bigger Parts. The Machine is an original Build from Kyo's Sphinx CNC Machine. Thanks for the great Work and the Effort Kyo. Your Files and Lists helped me a lot to build that Sphinx 1x1m.
Something a Tad different

Future CNC router kit design

Build Author
Axnfell
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2616
WorkBee 1000x2000 ACME Screw Version

Hoping to build a WorkBee 1000 x 1000 (2000) from parts and not a kit, cannot afford the kit in full so going the long way round...
Pick and place

Openbuilds Pick and Place using ideas from OpenPNP Frame work is from the Openbuilds Part store using 1000mm C beams and vslot 40x40 for support Surface is 3/4 " Particle board

Build Author
Mark Carew
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7728
OpenBuilds PowerCase

A simple to assemble, super clean and safe PSU case solution that fits into the OpenBuilds wire management ecosystem
Workbee CNC 1500

Trying to build a machine of atleast 4x4ft working area. Work is in progress, hope to finish it soon
CNC Router Overhaul

This will be a complete overhaul of this router with some cool modifications.

Build Author
msdosfx
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5562
Workbee 1510 Screw Driven

Workbee 1510 screw driven build by MsDosFX.

Build Author
RV6APilot
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3694
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.

Build Author
tmadrms
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6893
C-Beam Mods

C-beam machine mods.

Build Author
Bruce Walker
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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.
YAWBM - Yet another Workbee Modification

Increase Z axis travel by 20-25mm with minimal modifications

Build Author
Wes Dwight
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6784
Modified Sphinx 55 with MGN12 linear rails

Inspired by previous Sphinx builds by Sorin (w/ MGN Rails) and Kenneth's witthuhnCNC XKLBR-1S. I wanted to create a desktop unit that kept a minimal profile and neatly contained the PS, Controller, and all wiring, making it a singular unit that could be easily transportable (as it will be doing double duty at my home and at work)
Rotary axis for Workbee

Adding a rotary axis to the Workbee 1010. Including height modifications to the Workbee.
MOVABLE ART TO SCREEN WALL-MOUNTED TV

This project produced a movable framed canvas to cover a wall-mounted flat-screen TV when not being viewed, which at the touch of of a switch moves down below the TV and sound bar. The same switch is used afterwards to return the artwork up to cover the TV again. Photo shows mechanism without the canvas frame. See other photos.

Build Author
M1dn1ghtN1nj4
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8901
The Beast

This is a heavily modified system based on the RatRig V-Cast. Lots of personal touches, and a LOT more to come!
Workbee with less irritations

My workbee build with some add ons
Black gear 1500X3000

My cnc update and rebuild.

Build Author
lekey
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9257
Modular Desktop Vacuum Former

This is a small desktop vacuum former that can be connected to a shop-vac and an electric heat source (like a grill for instance). You can control the time each appliance stays turned on, and the vacuum is automatically turned on when the tray is placed on top of the model. The vacuum table is 20x20cm wide, and I've tested it mostly with 1mm thick PET sheets.
Gärschrank

A cabinet to keep a constant temperature for pizza or bread mother dough to grow.
KillerBee 1515 customized

Killerbee 1515 with modifications.
Dedicated Rotary Laser Made from Scrap and Spares

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

Build Author
richthorn
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7812
Aluminum Ox

I have been looking for a good solid kit to build off of for some time and when I saw the Ox buildlog I knew I had to have one. Ordered most of the pieces from Open Builds and started planning. Had a nice gentleman named Chris cut the required plates from 6061 aluminum for me (he sells them on eBay now if you're interested) and got to work.

Build Author
d0rk1e
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7198
OXford (OX fortified)

150x75 cm OX with additional Y axis supports and hopefully a working double belt system

Build Author
Larry_AK
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9629
MUSK-OX

Pretty much a straight OPENBUILDS OX that slowly getting some modifications.

Build Author
JoeH
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6988
COTSPnP

The COTSPnP pick-and-place machine (PnP) is used to place surface-mount devices (SMDs) onto a printed circuit board and was designed and built exclusively from off-the-shelf (COTS) components, predominantly sourced from OpenBuilds and Actobotics. Its intended use is prototyping and not high rate, high volume production and is capable of precisely placing parts as small as 0402 capacitors and resistors but more importantly, can precisely place components with lead spacing as small a 0.4mm.
Viking OX

My OX cnc upgrade.
Yet another Sphinx

Here's my Sphinx with a few slight modifications.
Wifi'not

A simple made hideaway for ugly electronics

Build Author
Peter Van Der Walt
Views
6558
The Almost Perfect 3 Way Mitre (with Angle Corner Connectors)

A quick and easy way to make a 3-way mitered corner using Corner Connectors

Build Author
Carl van Heezik
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7610
C-Beam™ Machine for PCB milling

C-Beam Machine for PCB milling

Build Author
cory stafford
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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
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8356
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
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4720
Candler Customs - Custom CNC Machine

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

Build Author
Camvec
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5776
WorkBee CNC full kit 1500mm x 1500mm

This will be my first build ever! Looking forward to it , just gotta finish the new workshop first then I'm on it!

Build Author
TurfnSurf
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5623
3-Axis Plywood CNC

Theoretical Working area: 38" x 24" x 6" Actual Working Area: 31" x 23.6" x 4" Positioning Accuracy: about 0.01mm
20x24 inch Fixed Gantry Mill

I have shared many pictures of this project it is now complete I have had my first cuts on this machine and it is solid , still learning the new motion Controller. The Acorn is more like you would find on a commercial built CNC or CNC Lathe.But it does have all of the functionally one needs

Build Author
crnrstndes
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3570
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!
frugal-ist workbee

a 1000x1000 acme screw workbee built as frugally as possible. thanks so much to ooznest and openbuilds :)

Build Author
stepper
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3804
Touch screen macro imaging

This is a brief overview of the build of my macro imaging slide.

Build Author
rob4cnc
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3464
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.

Build Author
James Evanko
Views
3773
Ball Trajectory Machine

Need to build a machine that accurately positions objects for processing by a computer vision algorithm? Here is an example of a machine that does that for a ball trajectory application. The black anodized V-rails work well for applications in optics and imaging where the machine needs to stay out of the limelight.

Build Author
Craig Hollabaugh
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4169
Hyatt and My Journey to Tonehenge

I'm conducing guitar loudspeaker cabinet fabrication technique research (material type/thickness, mechanical joints, adhesives, etc) and how these relate to cabinet/speaker coupling and enclosure resonance with respect to psycho-acoustics. Basically, does one speaker cab sound better than another and why?

Build Author
Christian James
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8455
Workbee "style" 1010 cnc

This build is based on the Workbee 1010 CNC. It is not a kit build and is much the same as the original but with some significant changes made here and there as the build progresses.
WorkBee Saving Lives

Using the WorkBee to protect doctors against Corona virus.
Stabilus 3d Large Format Printer Kit

Stabilus 3d Large Format Printer Kit
Bessy 4x4

I found this to be a very fun exercise in building Bessy and will continue to improve her in the future.

Build Author
Damian V-SLOT Poland
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2811
LEGO BOX

Discover our unique DIY project that blends creativity, utility, and sustainability. This guide will take you through the construction of a LEGO display box, ingeniously crafted using offcuts of V-SLOT aluminium profiles and OpenBuilds accessories. Not only is this an eco-friendly approach to reusing surplus materials, but it also results in a stylish, functional display for your prized LEGO models. Whether you're a LEGO enthusiast or have little LEGO fans at home, this innovative project offers
cnc back stop for brake press

back stop build

Build Author
Mohsen Abbasi
Views
4860
True Human Prosthesis

Prosthesis is functionality and emotion!
V-Slot Workbench

A Workbench idea built from V-slot and openbuilds parts.

Build Author
CreativeTools
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7586
Universal stand-alone filament spool holder (Fully 3D-printable)

A practical rotating and stand-alone spool holder which fits any filament extrusion 3D-printer. Several base files provided which make it fit different extruded aluminium profiles.
Aluminium Router From Dubai

Another modification on the OX
Small drill press fence

A small build using some small vslot scrap piece which shows the versatlity of the v-slot system

Build Author
Tinker
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8071
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.
Desktop CNC

This unit is made with openbuild v-rail and c-beam. using direct drive with lead screws. Nema23 motors

Build Author
Limine3D
Views
8000
M3D Squared

A cartesian build with a build dimension of 200x200x750mm. I will be using a dual extruder, heated build plate, and a screw drive for the z axis.

Build Author
Greg Lampman
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8576
C-Beam Intro to CNC

Build log for my first CNC machine, a C-Beam Plate Maker

Build Author
Rick Holder
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14536
Gantry Type CNC with Makita Router

The machine has met and exceeded my expectations on repeatability and accuracy. Cost was approx £600 including the Windows tablet.
Another Sphinx - 1000mm x 750mm

The reason for building this CNC is to help me in my guitar building hobby. (telecasters)

Build Author
RJ_Make
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5084
Fully Open Source Motorized Camera Slider Build Overview (OpenSlider)

This is a video were take a high level look at how I built up my version of a fully open source Motorized Camera Slider (OpenSlider)
![Acros with customizations [WIP]](https://builds.openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6329.jpg?t=1517104699)
Build Author
Sam Price
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5237
Acros with customizations [WIP]

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

Build Author
Rodrigo Gonzalez
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3178
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
Rob Withoff
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4266
Mini-Mill Enhanced

Some enhancements of the basic mini-mill

Build Author
Denis Lapratte
Views
3851
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
Connor Mckeown
Views
5786
My Prusa Build

The process from my bought printer, to a custom home built machine

Build Author
Daniel.korneliussen
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2989
Reprap prusa mendel i2 Frankenstein 2018 build

Mad plumbers choice what Else can i say?
Workbee 1500x1500 belt

Workbee CNC 1500x1500 with timing belt
Kraken Core-XY Printer

Core-XY build witha quad nozzle
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..
Sphinx 7575

Sphinx CNC modified to 750mm x 750mm c-beams. Parts not readily available in South Africa, so i have to make some modifications...

Build Author
Stan Howe
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2714
Bee the Boss

The frame of the CNC is going to to Bee a basic Work Bee with maybe 1 modification to the spoil board attachment. This will be located on a custom bench housing the electronics and vacuum. I plan to install Stepper online steppers, drivers, power supplies, and break out board. I will add a 1.5 KW water cooled spindle, with a radiator. The fans from the radiator will pull air from a filtered enclosure for all the electronics.

Build Author
Cosmosteel
Views
4036
Clear Acrylic Dust Shoe

Attaches router with screw clamping. Clear Skirt is 2" long or can be made longer if requested. Works well keeping dust within the chamber. It can be made to fit shapeoko, ox cnc, workbee, xcarve, 6040, laguna,piranha, millright etc. with similar setup including Bosh, Makita , dewalt 611 routers or spindles.

Build Author
Hidro669
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3152
My custom world of tanks gaming desk built by Ragged Edge Eaming Solutions

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

Build Author
KronBjorn
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3994
WorkBee Lead 1010, Reduced Footprint, Nema17

This is a WorkBee 1000x1000mm with lead screws and Nema17's. It has a reduced footprint, with the geared Nema's inside the frame.
Add more V-Slot to my Makerfarm 10" Prusa i3v

Upgrade my 5 year old Makerfarm printer to use more V-Slot
LayerFused C201 - DIY 3D Printer Build, i3 Style

My DIY 3D Printer build which is similar to an i3 style printer. This is a fully documented step-by-step build with videos.

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
Views
5962
MakerSL MSL-65 Manual Coffee Grinder Stand

I know this build is a little off category here at OB, but I wanted to share it with the community (as well as other coffee lovers) and show however vast the possibilities are when OB hardware is involved. This is a powered stand intended to operate a manual coffee grinder. It is compact, light, portable and uses simple drive components (B&D Cordless Screwdriver). I will post two version, V-1 (Beginner skill level ) and V-2 (Intermediate skill level). Both accomplish the same results.

Build Author
Robert Mech
Views
8939
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.
Retractable WorkBee1510 with Marlin+MarlinPanel high level build

WorkBee1510 with retractable space saving stand and customize build Marlin firmware and MarlinPanel (GCode Sender/UI)
K-Cup Sealer

This is a K-Cup sealer i constructed does a fine job
Custom push cart for CNC machines

I’m custom building a push table / cart for my cnc machines mostly out things I already had in my garage. Using a gray push utility cart as the main body and building around that.

Build Author
Johnny Reich
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1430
ProLight 1000 Mill Retrofit

Update a 20-year old bench top milling machine with OpenBuild Ecosystem electronics.

Build Author
Gary Caruso
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2288
OpenPull From CNC Kitchen.. attempt

This project is a Pull tester for material testing or structural testing with stress (force) data logging, I don't have plans for strain logging but that might be down the road.
New Workbee Z Axis

Hopefully an upgrade of the Z axis of the Workbee.
