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Indieflow
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113395
Indie i2

A lightweight, portable, accurate 3D Printer that has a good sized print area and small overall footprint that is easy to build, with easy to source components. The design is OpenSource allowing those with the capability to make their own parts get up and running.

Build Author
Michael.M
Views
66050
GRANITE 1.0

This machine has been in the works for quite a while. Most of the plates were cut with my Shpinx machine. I have a lot more photos and information to share soon.

Build Author
sausagePaws
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76966
Embroidery machine with XY belt and pinion drive.

A simple Embroidery machine using an XY belt and pinion drive to drive a hoop under a standard sewing machine. Needle timing, machine power and stepper control are all provided by a PIC processor. A tablet provides the higher level formatting required for communicating with the PIC chip.

Build Author
crypt-tek
Views
33477
C3DO

My first 3D printer build. It is almost complete and will be posting the first completed print shortly. I still need to mount the print spools and a couple other odd ends to complete this.

Build Author
Marshall Peck
Views
80978
Voxel OX - Extendable 3D Printer and CNC Platform

An open source 3D printer design with a sturdy V-Slot frame

Build Author
T4Concepts
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76669
WorkBee CNC build - My honest opinion, tips and help

My main goal for my build is to have a machine that is capable of profiling and help me in my designs, for the manufacture of custom automotive headlights.

Build Author
MarkM_NJ
Views
19320
Spartacus Inspire

My very first openbuilds cnc machine. Followed along DaztheGas's Spartacus build.

Build Author
sausagePaws
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1753489
DIY Embroidery Machine V2

My second attempt at an affordable sewing machine embroidery add on. This one uses readily available electronics modules and 3D printable parts where possible.
HD CNC

Heavy Duty build with 1605 Ballscrew and Linear Rail

Build Author
Neil Rosenberg
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39577
Dash-X 3D Printer: Innovative design

Cross-beam Cartesian 3d printer with dual master/slave lightweight fiberglass drive shafts, BMG style extruder with Bowden (Capricorn) tubing. Hot end is Creality Ender 3 style with two fans and BLTouch for autoleveling. Filament runout sensor is also included.

Build Author
pek
Views
80777
Prusa i3 Bear Upgrade V2

Stronger frame for Prusa i3 MK2(s), MK2.5 and MK3 3D printer

Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
65240
Maximus 3D Printer

A full scalable 3D Printer , with a big printing area. Build with openbuild parts from www.vslot-europe.com

Build Author
Retsaj
Views
65748
Standalone Torch Height Controller for CNC Plasma Cutting

A Torch Height Controller helps improve plasma cut quality and can save a CNC Machine from crashing. This design doesn't require you to know electronics or need any custom circuits... Its plug and play! This is a COMPLETELY standalone controller with a built-in Driver powerful enough to run just about any stepper motor. (maybe a little to powerful for a NEMA17)

Build Author
SOA
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61477
GridBot Two: Powerfully Simple

Core XY, sensor-less homing, integrated camera, touch screen, pi, 32-bit controller, fast, quiet, beautiful prints. 300 x 300 x any build volume. Just change out the Z lead screws, rods, and four pillars. Total BOM around $700 USD. Build time around 6 hours.

Build Author
Savvas
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18940
C-Beam Lead Screw CNC Mountain

I’m making a desktop CNC machine based on the C-Beam platform. It will be driven by Tr8 Lead Screws, and initially made from 12mm birch ply plates.
Delta-Six

Super rigid Delta printer, using 20X40 V-Slot

Build Author
Janis93
Views
14654
1000x1000 Two version of router Belt and Screw

Cheap sheet metal gantry solutions, for diy belt driven cnc and screw driven cnc.
LCD Based SLA Resin Printer

SLA resin printer based on a gen3/4 iPad Retina display. The design intent is to create a printer with the highest resolution possible with a lower cost of entry compared to DLP projector based SLA printers.

Build Author
Rob Taylor
Views
18026
M4: 1510SS Heavy Mk.I

A 1500x1200mm, 20mm rail and 1610 ballscrew, heavy-duty, four-axis gantry machine. As high speed as spindle power MRR will allow for. Approx 4 x 3 x 1ft travels, intermediate size between benchtop and floor-scale units. Aiming at $10-15k machine in the $3k region.

Build Author
stephen cia
Views
34668
ZideX

3D printer with 7 drivers, compact, dual extruder, no CNC part. All Openbuilds and 3D printed part. This is purely experimental.

Build Author
blterry1
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17863
The Beeline CNC

Here are the instructions to build the Beeline custom CNC router table.

Build Author
roadss
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24065
Rawcnc 1.5 Desktop Edition

This will showcase the build of my Rawcnc 1.5. A rigid cnc router from the Swedish company Rawcnc, featuring a rather cool linear motion system, rack & pinion and steel reinforced X-axis capable of milling aluminum.

Build Author
shanehooper
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27129
Workhorse 3D Printer

Large 600mm x 350mm x 350mm Build Volume with lead screw driven motion. The printer build has a moving gantry and fixed heat bed. Open Source

Build Author
mytechno3d
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27823
Maximus Evolution (Still another XL 3D Printer )

Maximus Evolution : 380mm x 400mm XL 3D Printer

Build Author
alex_b
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17838
TACIT RONIN CNC - Flood Coolant Enabled C-Beam

The TACIT RONIN CNC is a fully enclosed C-Beam platform intended for flood coolant cutting of Carbon Fiber and G10 composites.
Z-Axis for Laser Diode

Custom Z Axis for OptLaser 6watt and the Acro System

Build Author
Cuong Vu
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33580
3D Printer

It took me 18 long nights to build it

Build Author
alan richard
Views
48622
Core-XY Cube

An enclosed cube shaped 3D printer using CoreXY motion. Fabricated from V slot extrusion, standard extrusion, aluminium plate and acrylic sheet using basic workshop tools. Using standard RAMPS/ Reprap electronics. Technically a 'Repstrap' currently used to build a true 'Reprap'

Build Author
Naomi Wu
Views
9902
Naomi Wu's Automatic Bartender- BarBot!

This is an automatic bartender- a BarBot, designed to be made with off-the-shelf OpenBuilds, V-slot and low-cost 3D printer parts.

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
Views
32912
MakerSL MSL-5 Cantilevered 3D Printer

This is a simple cantilevered 3D Printer. It is designed around the OB V-Slot linear rails. I am trying to simplify this as much as possible, all rails will be 250mm long and only one will require cutting (it will be cut in half). The printer will use all OB wheels and gantry plates where applicable, all other plates can be either Laser Cut or 3D Printed (files will be provided for both). I am not set on electronic as of yet, but plan to use a single control board...no Arduino/Ramps control.
Moag's CNC Mill

A design in progress, to 3D carve two-part Aluminium injection moulds for Soft Plastic Lures and Lead Jigs, so I can prototype some of the concepts rattling around in my head. All Openbuilds parts where possible, 1000x500mm footprint, 0.8kw Water-cooled Spindle?, High Torque Stepper?,Smoothieboard?, I still have no idea. As a newbie to the CNC world, any wisdom would be welcome to take this from just a idea into reality so I can start playing with all this awesome stuff. Thanks in advance

Build Author
Lumberjack Engineering
Views
19062
SOLAC: Space Optimized LAser Cutter

The Space Optimized LAser Cutter is a 40 watt CO2 laser cutter that supports a maximum part volume of 24" x 16" x 6.25". It consists of a V-slot frame + brackets/mounts designed to be 3D printed on a consumer desktop printer. Total cost of the machine is ~ $1,400 USD.
3D printed Laser Engraver

i´ve designing this laser taking care of every part to be functional, This laser has Endstops mounts on the corners and the X axis both sides too. The corners has fasbelt tension knobs for easy operation. The laser mount has adjustable knob to manually rise or down the laser for focusing purpose. all the parts have been printed at 65% infill a 2 perimeter lines just to make the parts stronger. Attached you will find a part list with quantity and link where to buy. SIZE 1mts x 75cm Built area
Inspired by the Crawlbot

Building a couple of CNC's based on the Crawlbot

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
73264
Original PhlatPrinter

Phlatprinter foam cutting CNC machines are awesome space saving mills that use a rotary axis as a sheet feed.
SimplrBot

This is a simple, yet rugged design, weighing only 6 lbs and with 13x13x14" volume with a 8x8x6" build area. While assembly is pretty simple, the small size and rigidity of the design make shipping assembled printers attractive.
Ooznest Ox with 3D Printed Gantry Plates

Ooznest Ox with gantry plates and end caps 3D printed in ABS rather than aluminum.

Build Author
Michael.M
Views
9011
Sphinx Evolution

Let me explain: About a year ago I was planning to build a CNC router of my own design. I started gathering components including the THK linear rails. I soon found out you pretty much need a CNC to build a CNC and this is when I decided to build my Sphinx machine. I've had these rails and some other parts sitting around so it's time I used them! I'm planning to incorporate linear rails and 1605 ballscrews into the Sphinx design. I really like the overall appearance of the Sphinx.

Build Author
j0achim
Views
11669
CoreXY - e3d inspired

CoreXY printer heavily inspired by e3d's new open source printer with tool changing. I intend to make it so when e3d start selling toolheads these can be added to the machine without any major work having to be done.

Build Author
Rat Rig
Views
30200
Rat Rig V-Core 3D Printer ( Core XY )

Fully OpenBuilds based Core XY printer design by Rat Rig. CAD files, build manual, build videos available!

Build Author
Metalguru
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13729
C-Beam Machine Too

C-Beam Machine upgrade using linear rails to increase machining size by 2.5 times and increase rigidity

Build Author
Savvas
Views
13842
Halloumi CNC Machine - Acetal Plates

I built the original machine using plywood plates, and always intended to upgrade those parts to more durable ones. I decided to go with acetal as it's a lot easier to cut than aluminium. I used fusion 360 to model and rebuild the original machine. Once I have assembled everything and feel confident it all works I will release the plate designs here.

Build Author
Gerald Klein
Views
16084
300mm Diameter, 1 Meter tall, Delta 3d Printer

I built a custom delta using 3, 1000 mm long C-Beam® Linear Rails and 3 C-Beam Gantry Sets. I had the bottom and top plates water jetted ( for accuracy ) out of 1/2 inch aluminum, from a design that I did in Fusion 360.

Build Author
Gooshpoo
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8639
Gooshpoo's H style cnc machine

A cool project about my cnc machines unique style.
Software speed control of a brushless dc (Bldc) motor from Mach3.

Although this build is typically Mach3 related there is no reason it cannot be adapted for use with any machine control software which provides a PWM spindle control output. As an addition, an option has now been added which will enable the interface to manually control outrunner speed without the need for a PWM signal.
1000 x 1000 Workbee powered by X controller

A standard 1000x1000 Workbee powered by an X-controller using a Hitachi router

Build Author
Spark Concepts
Views
15174
CNC xPRO V4

Take your build to the next level with the CNC xPRO V4!

Build Author
nickchnv
Views
11562
Rigid Compact Desktop C-BEAM

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

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
70948
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
Sword66
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13151
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.
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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7086
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.
C_Beam X5L Hybrid_Tank

classic router with a ab table

Build Author
Roy Berntsen
Views
25532
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

Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
15493
Cut To Length Machine

A Cut To Length machine controlled by computer

Build Author
adamcooks
Views
42749
Triple C-Bot

Based on the work of Carl Feniak and his C-Bot. A robust Core XY style 3D printer that has a clean parallel belt implementation and whose dimensions are adaptable to meet builder's needs. The use of open builds V-slot and other open hardware make customization easy. Utilizing a 300x300 build plate this derivation utilizes three lead screws, synced to a single motor via gt2 belt
Controlbox for a CNC Router

A Controlbox for my CNC-Router, containing stepper-drivers, Planet-CNC MK3 Controller and a Controlpanel with joysticks.
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
cdsmith12
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35326
The Plastic Beast CoreXY Printer

In my opinion, this is the easiest and most complete tutorial to walk you through building a large platform 3D printer and the Sketchup File is included for you to make any changes needed.. The Plastic Beast is a CoreXY Printer with a build platform of 440mm square. You can print 600mm or about 23 inches diagonal. Any level of user from novice to expert should gain something from my tutorial.
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

Build Author
Troy Joachim
Views
17248
Sigron IDEX

BNC3D Signax + Voron = Sigron IDEX

Build Author
Frank Del Favero
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8197
Portable self-contained Lead 1010 table

I have a two car garage NOT devoted to 3d printing or CNC. I have set aside a space for my 3d printer and a place to store my portable CNC table. The reason it’s portable is so that I wheel and can use my Lead 1010 outside where it won’t make a mess in the garage. The table is self contained. It houses a vac system as well as my CNC tools and supplies.
OpenBot

The aim of this OpenBot build, was to make a 3d Printer that was easy to build with minimal tools and using of the shelve parts from Openbuilds.
Horizontal MiniMill (x5)

The search for an affordable hobby 5 axis machine.
Vulcan Pro V1

A posi-drive leveling printer in 300x300x380mm format that easily breaks down for suitcase size shipping.
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.

Build Author
Peter Oakes
Views
43028
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
Views
35022
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.
OX, of the house Steel

OOZNEST Style OX machine with 3D printed panels

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
82692
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
UltiBots
Views
32041
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.
iTopie RepRap - 3D Printer

A stable and strong 3D printer made of 16mm MDF and machined on my OX.

Build Author
AK-Creation
Views
14198
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.

Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
24567
SLA (Resin) 3D Printer

SLA LCD 3D Printer ( 8.9'' LCD screen )

Build Author
jtaggard
Views
34959
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.
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
Views
4022
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
Scott Martinez
Views
11260
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
north90
Views
14339
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.
Tall OX

After completing a standard OX build, I found I didn't have enough Z-clearance and designed a set of taller gantry plates

Build Author
Ronald van Arkel
Views
15812
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.

Build Author
nc3dpw
Views
22713
(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
rkugler
Views
6029
Miter Saw Stop Block

Just starting a miter saw stop system. Any suggestions appreciated.

Build Author
BinaryConstruct
Views
9632
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
James Evanko
Views
6436
Laser Displacement Golf Ball Scanner

Getting an accurate scan of a golf ball can be difficult with general-purpose 3D scanners. This purpose-built golf ball scanner uses a very accurate Keyence LK-081 laser displacement sensor with an Open Builds linear actuator for the vertical axis and a Sherline CNC rotary table for the turntable. Scan detail is determined by the sample step size and can be set arbitrarily based on desired scan time.

Build Author
Ryan155
Views
12218
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
14304
Phlatprinter MKII

Phlatprinter MKII Foam Cutting Machine
OKMI 3d Printer

OKMI 3d Printer based on CoreXY

Build Author
Rob Taylor
Views
18276
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.
Pelican Case 3D Printer

A portable 3D Printer that can flat pack into a hard carry case
My 1st Build - Delta Printer with 3 filament hot end

The build area will be fully enclosed. I anticipate using primarily ABS, and have interest in the soluble support materials as well. The main components to date include: OPENBUILDS - 3 x C-Beam™ Linear Actuator Bundle, 1000 mm, w/ Included NEMA23 Motor) Extruders (3) - [Sintron] 1.75mm Mini All Metal MK8 Extruder Hot End - reprap diamond Control board - RUMBA Stepper drivers - DRV8825 StepStick Power supply - eTopxizu 12v 30a

Build Author
Kyo
Views
15239
Stinger Laser

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

Mid range build.
C_Beam Hammerhead 5x

setup for learning 5x

Build Author
Spark Concepts
Views
4903
MPG Jog Controller for CNC xPRO

Been playing around with an MPG Jogwheel

Build Author
crypt-tek
Views
9522
crypt-cube

The crypt-cube is another project I've been working on off and on over the past year, unlike my previous built C3DO this is a much smaller built with a volume of 318mm x 240mm x 220mm. With this build my main focus is precision and speed.
18x36x16 Inch 3D Printer - Work in progress

Tough 3D Printer using OpenBuilds Parts!

Build Author
Sergio Di Ventura
Views
8548
Prusa Dragon LR

Below are the details of my build and a good story for those who read till the end. Sorry for the grammar
3D printer for printing Clay/Paste

I designed this 3D printer from scratch for my mechanical engineering capstone project. It's made for printing clay but should be able to print any paste material. The clay extruder system could be easily modified to work with almost any 3D printer. The printer is approximately the same size as an Ender 3.
