Build List
Nox 1500mm x 1500mm C-Beam

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

Build Author
Gerald Klein
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15940
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
nicklogan
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15910
MDF Delta

A Rostock style delta bot with the parts which are typically 3D printed made from medium density fiberboard (MDF). It uses a home made hot end.
Rob's D-Bot Build

The plan is to make this a fairly stock D-Bot build. We'll see if mods start creeping in.

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
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15824
MakerSL MSL-8 OB Vise

Small Machining Vise designed around 20x80 Openbuilds Rail System

Build Author
TomH
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15794
H-Bot CoreXY Cube with Fixed Build Plate

Use of V-Slot for frame and rails with option to use identical 500mm uncut lengths: 8 * 20x60 x 500mm 8 * 20x40 x 500mm 7 * 20x20 x 500mm (2 cut into four identical 125mm pieces for filament holders) Use of uncut 500mm rails obtained through use of 12 joining plates for use as spacers. Alternate approach is to trim two 20x40 and 1 20x20 rail by 6-8mm each. Build volume ~400mm cubed (with dual extruders). Use of only openbuilds components! Currently in design phase...

Build Author
Bobnet
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15784
Oversize ShapeOko as a 3D printer.

Converting a ShapeOKO into a 3D printer.

Build Author
Ronald van Arkel
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15771
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.
Some Improvements on the Workbee 1000x1000

Improvements both real and suggested for the Workbee assembly

Build Author
Mark Carew
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15648
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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15550
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.
V-slot and MDF DeltaBot

This is a deltabot 3D printer build using CNC routed MDF and v-slot rails. Full description found in instructables.com.
Screaming Ox CNC Machine

Big brother of the Charging Ox CNC machine.
Aluminum OX build with some modifications

This is my OX CNC router. It has been a labor of love for over a year now! I hope you find it interesting and inspiring! I also hope that it gives some of you more experienced CNC builders a different perspective and some ideas!

Build Author
mytechno3d
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15429
Cut To Length Machine

A Cut To Length machine controlled by computer

Build Author
Teflon4
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15361
TZ C-Beam Machine Plate Maker

A Modified and augmented Ooznest C-Beam Machine Plate Maker.
Routy GT2 300 BSX CNC Router

This is the first project that I would like to share with you. I know the build looks familiar and it is; it’s based on kram242´s Routy. Work area is 300*500*55 mm and is NEMA17/GT2 belt driven.

Build Author
CubeSpawn
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15341
CubeSpawn 3 Axis Mill Module

Small Form factor based 3 axis Gantry style mill, Removeable mechanical module. Removable Electronics. with a removable machine pallet, for automation.
Cheetah 1.1 CNC Router

I hope to have a working prototype built soon.

Build Author
brw_racing
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15285
3d printed 2.5' X 2.5' cnc plasma cutting machine

Improvements to a cnc plasma cutter i designed a while back. Not that it really needs it to work but i think it could be an improvement.
MakerSL MSL-6 DLP 3D Printer

This will be a DLP 3D Printer designed around an Openbuilds Frame and rail system. It will be a collaborated effort between myself and Ben Smith. We will be building two prototypes.
Solid basics CNC router

This build focuses on the basics to provide a good foundation to further enhance the ability to achieve tight tolerances
KALΔIS OPEN SLA

Modular easy to adjust scale of the entire build Tablet/LCD monitor SLA 3d Printer.

Build Author
Damian V-SLOT Poland
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15158
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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15156
Stinger Laser

3-Axis CNC Laser Engraver running grbl 1.1 in laser mode and Laserweb4.
OpenBuilds BCN 900

All's good for assembly, testing coming up soon
Laser engraver

Just a little light duty laser engraver.

Build Author
Nwrgordon
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15071
RepRap Intro

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

Design of a multifunctional CNC machine.

Build Author
Spark Concepts
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15039
CNC xPRO V4

Take your build to the next level with the CNC xPRO V4!
Ooznest OX, Workbench, & Folding Table

An OX based unit with innovation surrounding it -- 9 drawers, workbench, folding CNC table, & portability.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
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15019
C-Beam® Tension XL Linear Actuator

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

Build Author
Steve B
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15011
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.
Inspired by the Crawlbot

Building a couple of CNC's based on the Crawlbot
Tool position setting Part III.

In this, the final part, I would like to introduce Machine Vision and show how it can be used, not only for tool position setting but also for resolving the triangle to calculate the G68 (local system rotated) for jobs which are not squarely placed on the work table.
Mini D-Bot

A smaller version of a standard D-bot. Smaller to fit better in my workable area and to fit my vision for the printer.

Build Author
alex_b
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14927
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.
Cubic 3D Printer

I've made a 3D printer

Build Author
CharlieShimota
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14891
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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14866
Generic Rigid 3D Printer (Currently on 1st Revision!)

Rigid 3d printer with more than enough room for dual extruders. Easily expandable platform.
LR/BS CNC Router

An easy to source/easy to build, yet quite robust CNC router. This design has not yet be implemented.
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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14576
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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14560
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.
ME - Laser CNC

Build of a small laser engraver using V-slot profiles and 3d printed parts
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.
TesseractXY (MendelMax 1.5 version)

History about making 3d printer.
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.
1500x1000 (4x2) Router - OX derivative

OX build with 1.5m gantry the 1m deep table.
Delta 3d Printer

I am going to use this as a build log for my delta 3d printer build. I have access to a MakerBOT to print some of the parts. I am still finishing up a few of the design elements but the idea is to have a rigid unit to eliminate deflection in components and maintain accuracy.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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14374
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.
D-Bot CoreXY printer

A CoreXY D-Bot 3d printer using gantries as wheel-carriages.

Build Author
mytechno3d
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14343
Z FLoating head for Plasma cutting (OX CNC compatible)

How to convert your OX CNC to a plasma cutter at low cost
Ballmasters 1605 1500x1000 ox cnc

Upgraded 1500x1000 Ox cnc to 1605 Ballscrews on the Y axis. along with the J-tech laser to do most things.
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.
MiniMill Z Axis Upgrade with Offset Motor

Upgrade your Minimill with an off-set Z Axis Motor

Build Author
David Bunch
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14267
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
Mark Carew
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14261
Phlatprinter MKII

Phlatprinter MKII Foam Cutting Machine

Build Author
C-CNC
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14260
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
north90
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14256
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
shanehooper
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14163
SolidCore CoreXY 3D Printer

Modular and Scalable CoreXY Printer with all metal parts.

Build Author
AK-Creation
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14109
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.
Workbee with Duet controller

Workbee 1010 with Duet controller from Ooznest

Build Author
David Arroyo
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14010
PiDuinoCNC Controller

Using a Raspberry Pi, Arduino and a Protoneer CNC Shield to create an Open Source CNC router controller. It will be equipped with a touch screen to control the on board processor. The touch screen will run a user interface that has buttons for added functionality. There will be a camera for monitoring progress from inside my office. The control box will also feature a way to power the vacuum and spindle/router . I will also be able to monitor room temp as well as Pi CPU temps and averages.

Build Author
GinoTheCop
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13986
GTC2020

A 1000 by 1000 CNC Router with linear rails and a control box.

Build Author
Eric Jacobsson
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13978
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.
Vulcan: 750x1200 V slot 90W Co2 Laser

Tried to get best value and minimal footprint!
TrueUp Bold

A beefed up modification of the TrueUp Kit project
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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13845
OpenBuilds C-beam 15mm belt on 1500mm C-Beam.

OpenBuilds C-beam 15mm belt on 1500mm C-Beam.
CoreXY Cube

CoreXY cube with 600x600x800 volume.

Build Author
Damian V-SLOT Poland
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13829
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
Dave420
Views
13797
10 x 5 ft plazma table build

Attaching V Slot or mutable V Slot end on end to a larger steel frame table.
NCS P3-v Steel with 12X12 Build area

A large 12x12x12 build area sturdy printer made of steel

Build Author
Savvas
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13787
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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13645
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
Project Hopeless
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13608
Plywood Built CNC Router

This is my first build attempt, a large form (4x4ft.) 3 axis 4-motor CNC router table, . The build components are Baltic birch plywood, stepper motors, SBR linear bearings, and ball screws, LinuxCNC, Mesa controller.
V Rail 3D printer

My version a Cartesian style 3d printer, an attempt to eliminate frame vibration and movement and to use up materials left over from other projects.
Sphinx 55 with 3D Printed Addons

This is a build log of the Openbuilds Sphinx 55 with some 3D printed parts for the electronics and probably other parts as they come up.

Build Author
JWhitten
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13397
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
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
Joe Young
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13374
Rack and Pinion (Death to Belts)

Low profile rack and pinion linear actuator design

Build Author
Tim Pierce
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13312
Openbuilds V slot Rail extrusion retrofits for Lulzbot 4/5 Taz Printers (X, Y and Z axis)

This project shows how to use Openbuilds Vv slot extrusions and wheels to retrofit a Lulzbot Taz 4 or 5 printer. These modifications improve layer consistency, eliminate nozzle and bed sag, and allow for larger toolhead mounting. Project updates and newer accessory files may be located at http://www.thingiverse.com/piercet/designs
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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13269
OX Cable Management, Electronics Case, E-Stops

750mm x 750mm OX build, xPro V2 controller, 400W Spindle with PWM controller.
OpenBuilds OX 48x48 Aluminum

Variant on the OpenBuilds OX CNC Router, enlarged with 1500mm length beams for a cutting area of 48" x 48". Based on the original model, the larger of the two, with the addition of a third 20x60 beam on the gantry for strength. Estimated cost is around $1100, minus the router.

Build Author
dddman
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13145
Prusa i3 (Acrylic frame with OB rods)

The Prusa i3 (iteration 3) is the newest and most current 3D Printer design by RepRap Core Developer Prusajr (source: http://reprap.org/wiki/Prusa_i3)
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.
Dragon Too Plasma Cutter

A Benchtop Plasma Cutter Concept

Build Author
UltiBots
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13138
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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13127
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.
100w Laser Cutter Build Log

I rebuild my 2 meter tall 3D printer into a 100w laser cutter

Build Author
Sword66
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13075
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.
Small Laser Engraver Concept

Low cost Laser Engraver build using all off-the-shelf components.
