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My 1st C-Beam Router

Pretty happy with the build, had some difficulty with the software loading up the settings due to me using the wrong com.
Brewery tank supports

Trying to design modular and evolutive supports for my brewery tanks.
CrOX Carbon Reinforced OX

Modified OX with carbon fiber reinforced X and Z axes. 1500mm Y, 1000mm X and 120mm Z clearence
My first CNC - The C-Beam Basic

I am a newbie and this is my first build. After hours and hours of research I decided on the C-Beam. I will be changing one or two things but I will basically be building this as per Mark's video.

Build Author
Jose A. Molina
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6484
Alice Clementine

Roberta Clementine's first daughter printer Alice Clementine!

Build Author
beardyblair
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24658
Sphinx XL

My build log of an adapted Sphinx design with additional height and a larger X and Y axis.
C-Beam Machine XL

Overview of my experience building the C-Beam Machine XL from OpenBuilds, along with updates as I move along and get it going. My application is for creating plates needed for lab functions, 19 rack bay covers, and whatever else arises.
Pure Cbeam 900x1000

This is a pure cbeam build to maximize envelope and rigidity. All the parts used are available from open builds.
C-Beam XL with Aluminum Bed

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

i wanted to use both the ox and the C beam C beam for the gantry because its stronger i also made the gantry 20 mm higher so i can cut thinker material i will maybe later go to rack& pinion on the 1500 mm Y axes also instead of the V wheels i will maybe go to hiwin in the furture

Build Author
Ken376
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3149
Welded project cnc first try

Kind of hard to see in this pic now lining up drive s and finishing framework
Slightly larger sphinx

Another C-Beam Sphinx but a little larger,

Build Author
mikev
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7808
C-Beam Evolution MkII

The C-Beam Evolution is an evolving machine. The MkII is inspired by Kyo's C-Beam Spinx but currently uses my own design of plates made of 8mm acrylic (X-axis ends) and 6mm polycarbonate (Y axis ends). The plates were made on the MkI but I hope to be able to make 6mm aluminium plates on the MkII for the MkIII.
c-beam hello world

My first ever build. Straight C-beam with tinyg controller a few do-dads and some make do choices. Non-metric length lead screws to save long lead time. Jog knobs to cover the extra length and also practical. My old Bosch Colt never had it so good. Build out work remains, wire dressing, drag chain, vacuum, permanent base, etc.

Build Author
signzonepr
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11747
HD c Beam CNC Router

24x32 Cnc Router, I used vSlot c Beam Extrusion and Wheels!

Build Author
Thair.nl
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3299
Plate Maker Plus

C-Beam Plate Maker with a larger size of the work area and electronics added.

Build Author
Kyo
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5962
C-beam Delta Printer

Large scale delta robot using c-beam as the core frame component.

Build Author
taratata2016
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7616
Panther 3D printer

After use of the i3 Prusa 200x200x180, the volume increases to 300x300x450 on the V-Slot and driven by a Megatronics V3
My 2nd cnc build

My new build to upgrade from my worn out shapeoko

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
Triangular CNC Milling Machine

A wonky build to eliminate slop on a long Z axis
C-Beam Machine upgrade to 1000mm x 1000mm

This built is to convert an existing 500x500 C-Beam Machine into 1000x1000. Inspired by several builds including C-Beam Machine : (http://www.openbuilds.com/builds/c-beam%E2%84%A2-machine-plate-maker.2020/) and Gino's build : (http://www.openbuilds.com/builds/c-beam-gtc.3250/)

Build Author
Rich Bowen
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3394
WannaBe CNC - First time design and build

Design Change - Version 2.0 has a smaller foot print, custom gantry supports, and front and back covers. I will use standard V-Slot for gantry supports leaving me enough travel to manufacture the customer supports with this machine when completed. then update to final build. I also plan to install the controller into the front cover and power supply into the back cover. Should be nice and tidy.
STEAM Machine

Simple design with a large build volume - 450x450x450
C-Beam XL build

So for a summary its a great kit that was easy to build, could not be more happy.

Build Author
Robert E. Nee
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15949
Large cartesian gantry style 3D printer

This will be a fixed bed, v-slot implemented X,Y,Z axis gantry style 3D printer.
Dogmeat's Custom C-Beam XL

I love the C-Beam XL concept, this build is my custom version with the goal of increasing rigidity for metal milling.

Build Author
THE LINK
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4531
2020 First build.

Probably cheapest DIY build youl see.

Build Author
Tomas F Uribe
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4784
Atucnc

2 1/2 axis CNC chassis. Convertible to plasma, 3D printer and welder. Currently used as router. Plotting table dim: X axis 620 mm, Y 650 mm, Z 100 mm. Created for teaching purposes, open source license, currently used for engraving ukiyo-e wood plates and printmaking
C-Beam Desktop On Rails

My attempt at a Desktop CNC using C-Beam and Open-Rail with Steel Wheel bearings and LeadScrew Drive.

Build Author
Hisha
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4404
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
Huub65
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8151
My C Beam - NEMA 17 - GRBL- Arduino project

Cbeam machine. Using small stepper motors (NEMA 17) and Arduino controller. Try to get this working in de upcoming month.
CNC Planning

Reusing parts to build a CNC - planning stage
Dixie C-Beam XL

Build log of the Dixie C-Beam XL CNC Router.
BD's C-Beam Machine CNC Router (WIP)

CNC router table based on OpenBuilds C-Beam Machine bundle.
C beam xl

I would recommend this challenge to any woodworker looking for something new.
C Beam CNC+Laser

You will be following the assembly of the mechanical kit and how i integrate the electronics into the final build.
C beam Larger and Stronger

My first build based on the original C beam Sphinx. I’m not sure at this point what the final size will be. I have the parts from the c beam Sphinx and extra beams and lead screws to build up to 1000mm x 1000mm.
C-Beam Elexa

This build will be based on the C-Beam Plate Maker, with additional changes based on other builds and ideas.
Linear Rail derivative with ball screw

basic start to design of cnc machine
Heavy duty C Beam

a 1000mm x 1500mm CBeam build with hgr20 hiwin rails 600w er16 spindle
C beam machine (with larger T-slot platform)

Larger, more rigid build plate C beam machine

Build Author
Jeremiah Guinn
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5349
OX CNC SMW3d 1500x1500

A small business idea led us here, lets see where it will go.
Brokkr CNC 2.0

1M C-beam xy variant

Build Author
SecretSpy711
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21201
RigidOko

Heavily upgrading my 1200x500 Shapeoko 2... ...er, wait, scratch that... Building an all new machine, roughly the same size, that should be more rigid than a Shapeoko 3!
Behemoth cnc router with linear rails

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

Build Author
Anthony Castelluci
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2817
Simple Camera Lofted Camera Slider

Build a manual camera slider.
C-Beam XL ( 1 meter²)

A modified C-Beam Build with a few Addons

Build Author
Tucstrlly
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8300
Stainless OX Kit Build "Diamondback CNC"

A copy of the Stainless Ox by Martin Barfoed. Similar design, construction and control.

Build Author
TimVukman
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3787
Unique Z

My original Tevo Tarantula kit was ok..... I had issues with the X gantry staying level. I got rid of the wheels and replaced them with linear block bearings. I still had some issues with the X gantry. I swapped out the plastic parts with aluminum which was much better. Still not what I want yet

Build Author
Kyo
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9154
Plate Maker V-slot Table

C-beam Plate Maker V-slot Table System to aid in clamping and setup of jobs.

Build Author
patdee
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4288
777 CNC Build

To begin the "Build" I have ordered a few parts from OpenBuilds to get started. They are arriving today; according to "tracking". I cant wait! Praise Jesus! This 85 yr old man is getting a "New " life. Hallelujah and amen. Because I am building this on an existing machine, I have to be careful; so I will order some parts then see what I don't need (such as a base); along with parts that I may need to adapt it to the machine. It should be fun! "Caint wait!"
1200X600 SPHINX

Need cnc to make alumunium sign, brass stamp, etc
C Beam Served

C Beam Machine built in a server cab. Hopefully this keeps every thing enclosed , clean and quite ?

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
Terone Burgenheim
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2351
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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5848
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.

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

C-Beam Machine for PCB milling

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
OffAxis
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6995
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.
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
bpatterson42
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2880
Inverted Y C-Beam Machine

Similar to C-Beam Machine build, but with inverted Y-axis assembly to shield drive screw. Integrated XZ gantry can be fixed to any solid surface. Build dimensions are 36" x 36" x 6".

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.

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!

Build Author
obmilllivebuild
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5105
Live C-Beam Build @ MRRF2018

Contained within are links to our OpenBuilds sponsored C-beam Machine live build taking place at MRRF 2018 (Midwest Reprap Festival) on March 24 and 25, 2018. There will also be some build images and a few 3D printed STL items that were added.
1 Cubic Meter 3D Printer

This is a at home built 1000mm x 1000mm x 1000mm 3d printer. It uses mainly parts from OpenBuild Parts and is very simple to build. The only thing that was custom was the build plate which was designed by myself and tooled at a local machine shop.
Workbee 1000x1000 mm screw driven Full Kit From Ooznest

A short summary of my Workbee CNC Build. I try to update it where I can
Rail Builder

glue/staple/eject 1 Axis driven Rail building machine.

Build Author
Limine3D
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3848
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.
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...
C-Beam Machine XL

C-Beam XL upgraded with end-stops, E-stop, and cable chain. Running GRBL on Arduino Mega.

Build Author
Hussein Dermay
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5812
Ooznest WorkBee 1000mm x 1000mm Screw Driven

I have decided to buy and build the ooznest workbee screw driven cnc (1000x1000) and also decided to use some plates and extrusions from the ox cnc. I will never use two machines anyway and hoping to build a strong base for the workbee.
Workbee 1500x1500 belt

Workbee CNC 1500x1500 with timing belt
1075 Sphinx

My first attempt at building a CNC. I chose the Sphinx due to ease of build and extensive documentation provided by Kyo.

Build Author
ChrisViral
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6330
OP C-Beam Machine XL by ChrisViral

Video diary C-Beam XL build with massive steppers and a 1.5kW Chinese spindle.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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31552
OpenBuilds Sphinx 1050 (20" x 40")

The OpenBuilds Sphinx 1050 - 500x1000 Lead Screw Machine

Build Author
Mark Carew
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73217
OpenBuilds Workbee 1010 (40" x 40")

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

Build Author
Mark Carew
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26207
OpenBuilds Workbee 1050 (40" x 20")

The OpenBuilds WorkBee 1050 - 1000x500 Lead Screw Driven CNC Machine
Shawn's Workbee 1510

Shawn's adventure in assembling and customizing the Openbuild's version of the 1500x1000 Workbee.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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23258
C-Beam® XLarge Linear Actuator

This OpenBuilds C-Beam XL actuator is the backbone of a lot of the awesome builds put together by the OpenBuilds community

Build Author
JerwanDavis
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5446
Coined by my family as the: Davomatic

Build Notes: Here are all the parts necessary to re-produce this design. Please note, all of the parts are either sourced through openbuilds or have been selected and printed from thingiverse.
HandCrafted WorkBee - HCWB

This will be a slow build as I collect parts and materials as funds permit for 1000mm x 1000mm Workbee. I call it the "Hand Crafted WorkBee" because I will be hand making the plates and as much of the build as possible using a drill press and hand tools.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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15574
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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15452
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.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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16693
Nema 23 Belt and Pinion Actuator

This easy to build and effective system can take your builds to the next level! This design is strong and accurate and could be the solution/upgrade that you've been looking for!
C-Beam unit with 400W Spindle

Standard (If there is one) C-Beam with plnth
NotAnOx

From plywood and linear rail to c-beam. I probably should have bought a kit.

Build Author
Jones
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3385
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
Luke Cunningham
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5372
Tronxy X1 extension

Video on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCTbLZ2_m-w&t=36s

Build Author
Rob Taylor
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9805
Grizzly G0758 Benchtop Mill Conversion

A proper CNC mill conversion. But quite small, with my trademark idiosyncracies.
WorkBee 1510 - First CNC Build

This build will go through the construction of a WorkBee 1510 kit from the OpenBuilds Part Store, all mechanical and electrical components were purchased from the store in late October 2018.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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23114
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.
Workbee 1015 (50" wide by 30")

A Workbee able to cut 48"x24" material, built to continuously feed material so one can cut full sheets of ply.

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

Build Author
deltajegga
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9056
THE delta

probably as big as you'd want it...
Workbee CNC 1500

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

Build Author
James Evanko
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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.
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..
