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Damian V-SLOT Poland
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15117
DIY Slab Flattening Mill

V-SLOT profiles and OpenBuilds accessories give us many possibilities. We decided to build a manual ROUTER SLED using only components of the OpenBuilds system. The design is simple to build, construction takes little time, and the frame is easy to transport.

Build Author
Kyo
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15080
Stinger Laser

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

Just a little light duty laser engraver.

Build Author
Nwrgordon
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15048
RepRap Intro

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

Build Author
Steve B
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15002
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.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
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14938
C-Beam® Tension XL Linear Actuator

Bringing your lead screw precision and accuracy to new lengths using a simplistic tension system!

Build Author
alex_b
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14891
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.

Build Author
CharlieShimota
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14875
Vox Solid State

I never thought owning a CNC machine was possible until I stumbled upon the Openbuilds site. After viewing numerous builds I was drawn to the Ox by Mark Carew but ultimately decided on a build of similar design, Halloumi by Savvas. It's a C-beam design driven by Nema 23 steppers with Acme lead screws. Like Savvas I will be fabricating temporary plates to get up and running then use the machine to mill the final plates. The material I'm using for the temp plates is solid surface (Avonite).

Build Author
MechEng
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14832
Generic Rigid 3D Printer (Currently on 1st Revision!)

Rigid 3d printer with more than enough room for dual extruders. Easily expandable platform.
BotMaker

This is a work in progress 3D printer Dimensions are 230x230x340mm height. Print dimensions are: 135x135x160mm. Prototype has a bowden extruder with a J-head hotend. Assembly instructions: http://reprapstyle.blogspot.pt
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
Janis93
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14539
1000x1000 Two version of router Belt and Screw

Cheap sheet metal gantry solutions, for diy belt driven cnc and screw driven cnc.

Build Author
Rick Holder
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14535
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.
TesseractXY (MendelMax 1.5 version)

History about making 3d printer.
SMD Pick and place machine - Smoothieboard/OpenPnp

A dual head PNP machine that uses Openbuilds hardware, a Smoothieboard controller, dual camera vision, automatic/drag feeders, and OpenPnp.
1500x1000 (4x2) Router - OX derivative

OX build with 1.5m gantry the 1m deep table.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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14346
The Franken Forty

This is a K40 machine conversion!!
Improved CBM

Yet another build of an improved C-Beam Machine, improving stiffness, size, versatility, and strength without increasing costs much.
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.
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
mytechno3d
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14289
Z FLoating head for Plasma cutting (OX CNC compatible)

How to convert your OX CNC to a plasma cutter at low cost
MiniMill Z Axis Upgrade with Offset Motor

Upgrade your Minimill with an off-set Z Axis Motor

Build Author
Mark Carew
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14245
Phlatprinter MKII

Phlatprinter MKII Foam Cutting Machine

Build Author
David Bunch
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14242
Emmett-Delta

Delta 3d Printer using 3/4" Electrical Metal Tubing (EMT) for Horizontals & 2060 V-Slot for the Verticals and adding a tetrahedron at the top.

Build Author
north90
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14234
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.

Build Author
C-CNC
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14180
Gantry Style CNC from plywood

I am currently 15 years old, from Germany and trying to build a low budged CNC router. I only designed this CNC based on other CNC routers that I have seen and what I am able of. It consists mostly of 2.3cm plywood to keep costs down. The size of the work area is approx. 40 x 80 cm. I would be really glad if you could give me advice's for improvement on the design and everything else ... ( I could really need your help :) ) enjoy :)

Build Author
shanehooper
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14109
SolidCore CoreXY 3D Printer

Modular and Scalable CoreXY Printer with all metal parts.

Build Author
AK-Creation
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14062
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.
Acro Pick And Place Machine

This is a machine for placing SMT components on PCBs. It is based on Acro system, off the shelf parts, and a number of custom 3D printed elements.
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
Dave420
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13819
OpenBuilds C-beam 15mm belt on 1500mm C-Beam.

OpenBuilds C-beam 15mm belt on 1500mm C-Beam.
NCS P3-v Steel with 12X12 Build area

A large 12x12x12 build area sturdy printer made of steel

Build Author
Damian V-SLOT Poland
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13767
Router Sled V1.1 V-SLOT

We want to present you the new design of the device which is Router Sled. The whole structure is made of aluminum elements and ensures good quality of the device. We used V-SLOT aluminum profiles and OpenBuilds accessories for the construction. The instructional video can be found on our YouTube channel (subtitles in English soon)

Build Author
Savvas
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13764
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
Metalguru
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13625
C-Beam Machine Too

C-Beam Machine upgrade using linear rails to increase machining size by 2.5 times and increase rigidity
2 GANTRY CNC HOTWIRE MACHINE

A 2 independent gantry affordable hotwire machine.

Build Author
JWhitten
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13370
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
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
C-Beam Machine - MyFirstCNC

This is my first foray into CNC machines, after much review I decided on the C-Beam machine as it seemed easy to work with and will enabled me to build more and larger machines as I gain knowledge. I am planning on building the machine largely unmodified from the reference design. I will be building the machine an axis at a time as I need to spread out costs over time.

Build Author
andrew Adsit
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13244
OX Cable Management, Electronics Case, E-Stops

750mm x 750mm OX build, xPro V2 controller, 400W Spindle with PWM controller.
Openbuilds C-beam

This is a build supported by Ooznest by a team of girls in Year 8 (12/13 years old) to machine model F1 cars for the F1 in Schools competition.

Build Author
UltiBots
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13124
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
James Archer
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13103
Archer - An extendable all metal 3D printer

This is an all metal build using OpenBuilds V-Slot linear rails to produce a high quality and cost effective 3D printer. The printer is designed to be scalable for your desired build area and can utilize high quality hotends with 16mm groove mounts such as E3D.
Dragon Too Plasma Cutter

A Benchtop Plasma Cutter Concept

Build Author
Sword66
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13048
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
KBill
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12764
MIY OLY Delta Printer

Mag arm deltabot with laser cut carriages and connectors.

Build Author
Bobnet
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12618
Rackmount + OpenRail

OpenRail attached to a 19" rackmount 15U box.
CNC Hot Wire Cutter 4 Axis for Cutting Foam Wings

My build is to allow me to cut foam wings using CNC Hot Wire Cutter.

Build Author
Rob Mahan
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12417
Rob's C-Beam Machine XLarge

This is my first CNC router build, so I started with the OpenBuilds C-Beam Machine XLarge mechanical bundle, including four high torque stepper motors. I took my time with the mechanical build, sought and found some great help for my control system, and designed and built a custom cabinet to house everything.

Build Author
cbordeleau
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12332
OpenBuilds C-Beam Double Slider

This slider uses an 500mm OpenBuilds C-beam and the design is such that the effective length of the slider is slightly less then twice the length of the C-Beam. It can be used both motorized or not.

Build Author
Venturebit
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12303
SHRED-Buddy3D UPcycler - Open Source Multi Material Cutter&Pelletizer

The whole system is powered by 12V / DC power. Process it into Pellets or Granules to use it with your 3D Printer or Filament Extruder. Our self-developed steppermotor Controls allows you to optimally adjust Feedrate for your Situation. Forward, Backward and Stop is integrated for easy operation. The Speed can be continuously regulated via rotary switch.
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.

Build Author
inhan
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12071
OPENBUILDS Korea (ROVO 1000)

I am very grateful to Mark Carew with passion and imagination. Therefore, the machine is good, but making the website there too daedanhaeseo The end of the same either way to invisible homework. Thank you for allowing openbuilds team submitted to the challenge once again for those with a passion that I feel like in Korea, I want to be a great help.

Build Author
ymilord
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12034
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)
Contrariwise -- A C-Beam Router

A C-Beam router made almost entirely of standard parts. Electronics include an xPro v2 board and NEMA 23 motors. Cuts are made with a small 300W DC spindle. A pressure foot is used to minimize the need for workholding.

Build Author
Jason Moore
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11928
Lead1500 Plasma Table w/THC

lead machine plasma table with Black Box, and Torch Height Control

Build Author
chenderson
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11894
CRH C-BEAM Router, steel capable

C-beam based CNC router using mostly openbuilds parts.

Build Author
Ryan155
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11887
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
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.
Adjustable Router Guide Template

This project is an adjustable router guide template made with 20x60 V-slot. It was meant as a less expensive and more user friendly alternative to commercially available units.

Build Author
signzonepr
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11746
HD c Beam CNC Router

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

Build Author
Kyo
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11697
V-Slot Cutting System

A System of 3d printed parts to use along with your projects aluminum extrusion to cut your pieces of v-slot to length manually.
C-Beam based modular Resin Printer

The build is based on a 500mm C-Beam and the SeeMeCNC FlexVat. The C-Beam is both the linear motion and a structural element of the design. The frame that holds the 45 degree first surface mirror and the build vat can slide up and down the C-Beam to accommodate projectors with lenses at different elevations.

Build Author
Matt Nelson
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11650
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".

Build Author
jamesdjadams
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11620
C-Beam XL - TinyG - Aluminium Plate - Dewalt 611

C-Beam XL build using TinyG V8.
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.

Build Author
j0achim
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11575
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.
Promoveo Study Builds

Promoteo Build
Filament winder ( carbon fiber )

Carbon fiber filament winder
Photogrammetry 3d Scanner

A mid-sized version of a Photogrammetry 3D Scanner.

Build Author
Andrew Helsel
Views
11520
MiniMill Smoothie

MiniMill with DW611 and SmoothieBoard 4x v1.1

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
11480
C-Beam® Double Wide Gantry Actuator

This easy to build actuator is configured to have not only strength, but accuracy! This low profile option offers endless possibilities, and we cant wait to see how this actuator is implemented in your build ideas!
CNC Jr.

A small, quiet and clean desktop CNC designed for fine cutting.

Build Author
John J Talavera
Views
11415
CNC FOR EVERYONE TITAN CNC ROUTER

www.cncforeveryone.com TITAN CNC ROUTER is the perfect PCB milling machine or for smaller projects. Don't be fooled by its small size it is capable of routing with the big boys...!

Build Author
nickchnv
Views
11415
Rigid Compact Desktop C-BEAM

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

This is a modified build C-Beam XLarge. 1000mm C-Beam used for X and Y axis, and the Y Axis moves the X bridge, not the material being worked.
KRE CO2 2x4 Laser

Large Format CO2 Laser Cutter

Build Author
sw3Dp
Views
11352
stranger than fiction OX

OX hybrid all CAD open sourced non-commercial ip; .dwg, .dxf,.3dm, .iam, .ipt files jamming their pie

Build Author
mirage335
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11344
FlexReplicator

Multi-tool 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC mill.
C-Beam "2" XLarge CNC Router

C-Beam 2XL CNC Router

Build Author
GDanger117
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11325
Gantry CNC - Decisions made only to change over and over.

This is my first CNC build. As per the norm, I went in with months of research, planning, and resource gathering tied neatly together with a solid plan. As the path went on, the plan continued to change to accommodate issues I hadn't counted on. But, at the end of the road, the project reached completion, and I learned a ton along the way!

Build Author
obmilllivebuild
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11265
Live OpenBuilds MiniMill -> MiniPrint/Laser Conversion Demo @ MRRF2019

Transformation of an OpenBuilds Mini Mill into a convertible 3D printer / CNC mill with interchangeable tooling. Maybe a bonus conversion TBD.
Laser engraving machine

Second better project, high durable mainframe, silent work, non vibration.
Big CNC plasma cutter

more later

Build Author
Anthony Bolgar
Views
11121
L'FOX - Large Format OX deriviative. Designed and built by Revision 13 Prototypes

This build is for a testing rig to use while testing out different controller boards and CAM software for milling and routing. It is in the early stages, planning is complete, parts are ordered. Awaiting parts delivery to start build. Please not the BOM only covers parts from the OpenBuilds part store. I will be posting the other required items very shortly.

Build Author
reef
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11094
CNC Cyclone PCB Factory, my way, step by step.

I'd like to renew my cnc for PCB so I decide to create new one from an existing project named Cyclone PCB Factory.
X Axis Upgrade for AM8 (ANET All Metal)

My goal is to upgrade the acrylic ANET A8 to all metal.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
10976
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
evil2002usna
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10938
Evil Ox

Cheap Ballscrew Ox CNC Router.
Water Buffalo - Water jet cut OX+

A modified OX based on Aluminum plates cut on a waterjet. Some new ideas and additions from other builds are included.

Build Author
BNMaker
Views
10827
+Laser

A minimalist 2-axis A2 sized laser diode cutter/engraver. Designed to give the most function using the very least number of parts at the lowest price.

Build Author
boubouexpress
Views
10770
3D Drucker sparkcube V1.1XL V-Slot™ Mini V Linear Actuator Bundle

sparkcube V1.1XL edit V-slot mini v linear

Build Author
dreys
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10742
Was once a mini mill

Working progress.
C-beam Router rack and pinion

I want build a frame that is as sturdy as possibility while at the same time keeping it as compact as possible. working area will be approx 1200mm x 600mm
CNC Hotwire Foam Cutter

Here is my first ever CNC build. A CNC Hotwire Foam Cutter. I will update about achievements. I would love to read from you guys - advices, ideas. Especially regarding the electronics. I feel confident with the hardware part which I can't say about the electronics part.
Plasma Table 006

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

Build Author
jjcolletta
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10609
First 3d build

I am building a simple home brewed printer. I have a background in industrial automation so I figured how hard could this be. The mechanical build was pretty smooth as was the electrical side. Now just getting plastic out the hotend is my stopping point.
Extendable Mini Mill

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

Build Author
Joe Garritano
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10583
X-carve upgrade

Using criticall OpenBuilds components to upgrade the rigidity and reliability of an X-Carve 1000mm build.

Build Author
Scotty Orr
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10543
QuorXZ: A String-driven, Core XZ Printer

The QuorXZ doesn't magically appear. It's gestation takes time, careful attention, and requires many parts. However, when it is ready, a magical, mechanical instrument is born....(and when you finally say its name, it sounds a little bit like "corks").
