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DoubleX

This is a Dual X-axis platform.
ZANTRY CNC

CNC Based on CBeam, with No custom Plates, and Z GANTRY
Another OX CNC Router

An OX CNC router using Blue OX Solutions gantry plates, a Bosch Colt router, and most of the remaining parts coming from Openbuilds parts store. Table has about 22"x55" cutting capacity and I am planning on a combination T-Slot and vacuum hold down system.
Sketchup Design of a PVC CNC I Intend to build.

Build Start to begin Feb 1st.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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7294
ACRO 20x20

The Acro Laser Machine Build

Build Author
Lindsey Lewis
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7271
CNC Mini Mill Build

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

Build Author
d0rk1e
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7205
OXford (OX fortified)

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

Build Author
Weldsmith
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7189
CUT SMITH

I am building a multi tool CNC. I plan to have a quick change tooling system that will accept Routers, oxy acetylene torch, Plasma torch. etc. there will be a water bed under the convertible router table / work bench. The inspiration to build this machine is from having a small garage and not a shop.
Phlux Core XY Laser Etcher

A 750mm x 1000mm Core XY Laser Etcher/Cutter. To cut down on cost I tried to have as many parts as possible be printed.
My Second CNC

In short...this was a fun project.
My first OX build

This is the story of my experience building a 1000 x 750mm OOZNest OX CNC router
CoreXY Tower

CoreXY Table with Symmetric Lead Screw Z axis, Build volume: 293mm x 290.75mm x 223.83mm

Build Author
Hilleke
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7139
Acro System cable management and enclosure

wooden parts of the enclosure can be removed easily used the existing extraction of my glass bead burners
New Custom CNC with C-Beam Rails

Hello all, wanted to share my custom build that I planed to do. My idea was to drill foam blocks to make molds for my projects. The CNC will be 1500-1500mm with a higher Z-Axis. So I redesigned the Gantry Plates that will be cut out at some other place. I hope you can share your opinion on my project.

Build Author
John J Talavera
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7115
Rotomolder

A simple low cost rotomolder.
C-BEAM 1K

The new C-Beam kit expanded to 1000mm . extra support built in for the extents of the travel.
Ooznest OX CNC for Architecture Modell

While i achieved the desired taler Z axis this was very notable of the cost of the stiffness of the Y axis - the Y axis is now quite wobbly. i do not recommend such a big Z axis on a OX CNC machine where the requirement is a good precision.
k nest

This Build Is Is Inspired By OOZ Nest CNC, But With Some Changes,

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OffAxis
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7017
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.
Arctic_Stingray CNC

This build is based on the C-Beam build by Mark Carew. I have added axis limit switches and a remote mounted control cabinet. This build also uses a custom moveable table.
Square OX

Square shaped OX for doing general purpose engraving and cutting into wood, acrylic, and aluminum.
Portable Sphinx 1050

Sphinx 1050 kit mounted to a Husky 46" x 24.5" mobile workbench.
C-Beam Plate Machine

My first openbuilds submission, plain old c-beam machine. Seems like I've spent more time fighting the forum here redirecting in circles than actually building the machine. I'll try to add more pics if I ever find a path out of this corn maze...

Build Author
Carl Siren
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6972
CNC-machine 650by700

A home-made CNC-machine with a 1.5 kW air cooled spindle motor suitable for milling materials such as wood, plastic and soft metals. The work table is 650 mm wide by 700 mm deep and the maximum movement is set to 560 mm for the x-axis, 480 mm for the y-axis and 105 mm for the z-axis.

Build Author
Brandon Satterfield
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6942
SMW3D OX

The SMW3D OX, original other than a lot of learning!
OX CNC Build

OX CNC built using the kit from SMW3D with a Smoothieboard 5 and external motor drivers.

Build Author
mirage335
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6843
TazStiff

Portable, high-speed, low-cost advanced multi-tool desktop factory derived from LulzBot Taz and TazMega.

Build Author
Wes Dwight
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6799
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)
Strong? CNC

The goal is to have a relatively strong CNC to be able to cut alu. Working space will be around 800x350x100mm.
1500 x 1500 mm OpenBuild CNC

1500 x 1500 mm OpenBuild CNC
Plasma CNC, 4'6" × 8'8" v0318

A plasma table able to cut 4'6" x 8'8" sheet. Low cost as possible.
CNC MILLING ROUTER

CNC MILLING ROUTER

Build Author
Matt Barile
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6687
Fixed Gantry Welded Steel Router

Fully welded, fixed gantry CNC router, with chinese linear motion parts, in progress

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
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6684
Pocket Ox (Sheetmetal)

Small CNC - made with some custom lasercut+bent sheetmetal parts + Openbuilds V Slot
CNC Plasma Table 006

Inexpensive plasma table. Accurate, fast, and low maintenance.

Build Author
Vin1027
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6653
C-Beam Sphinx

This is the original C-Beam Sphinx with the 16 wheel X gantry plates. I'm using the Ethernet Smoothstepper, Gecko G540 stepper driver and Mach 4 for motion control.

Build Author
Jonathon Duerig
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6647
Chrysalis: An Enclosure for TAZ 6 3d Printers

Aluminum-framed enclosure for TAZ 6 3d Printer made with Makerlink.
Small drill press fence

A small build using some small vslot scrap piece which shows the versatlity of the v-slot system
Builder Bob's CNC

Here is the consolidation of my woodworking shop, a CNC Router!

Build Author
TurfnSurf
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6525
DIY C-Beam CNC

Theoretical Working Area: 360x360x75mm Actual Working Area: 300x300x75mm Will Update Later
OB Lead 1515 CNC Router 2021

Building the OB Lead 1515 was straight forward. The on-line OpenBuilds assembly videos were extremely clear and easy to follow. Initial build of this machine is with OpenBuilds BlackBox which simplified getting the electronics to work the first time. OpenBuilds staff are friendly and helpful.
Birdie CNC

OpenBuilds CNC 500x500
Small Red OX

A small router for thin plate stock
MakerSL MSL-21 OB Minimill Enclosure

Simple enclosure for the OB Minimill

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
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6426
The MakerSL Customized OB Minimill

This is my interpretation of the OB Minimill, what I've changed so far, and what may continue to change as my requirements change.
Meister-CNC

This is a cnc router with 3 axis and a kress 1050 motor. Its 140x120cm and a homebuild with your help!
eeYZee Router

The first criteria was portability, the second was cutting out a sheet of ply, the third was the ability to shape a foam surfboard blank, but the main criteria was a small budget.

Build Author
James Evanko
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6366
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.
HardKnot OX 4x4

I've been working on commercial woodworking CNC's for year's under shop owner's that didn't want me to progress any further at a certain point. This is a project I've wanting to build for about 10 years now. I can't wait for the freedom to build what I know is possible without any negative input.

Build Author
Hytech2k
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6333
Micro Ox 2 x 2

Micro Ox Build
Modified OX CNC Router (1000x750 mm)

An OX Router I'd like to modify to improve the frame rigidity and resolve some alignment problems

Build Author
txcomp
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6239
WorkBee 1010 "Get Rid of the Slop" Build

My goals for this build were to eliminate slop and flex while also allowing easy serviceability.

Build Author
Vunnie
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6231
Workbee CNC on steroids

My First major improvement was changing the controller to a Acorn board. I loved the way a dedicated userinterface was speeding up my workflow. Next project my Y Axis. On Aliexpress I ordered a couple of 16mm ballscrews and some lineair rail. Before I took my gantry off I quickly made some aluminium profiles to fit my carriages. Withouth any doubt these improvements where worth it

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Stokrotka74
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6226
Racoon CNC

This is a Sphinx variation, aimed to minimize footprint and maximize workarea. Work in progress.

Build Author
patnap71
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6202
MEGADELTA, TLM CLONE with 500MM bed

All metal frame 500mm bed Delta 3D printer
Aluminium Router From Dubai

Another modification on the OX
Ooznest build - 1500mm x 1000mm

Its the first build for me so its just the story of me attempting to build the kit and hopefully end up with something I can use. Hopefully without destroying anything or anyone.
Home made CNC Plasma Cutter

Not completed yet but it does work, I will be changing small things as I finish the build and I have learned a lot from this build I am looking forward to finishing this one and Building another maybe larger table.
Pro Light 1000 CNC Machining Center Rebuild

Replacing the Pro Light control box with a Open Builds BlackBox.
Cnc Mill using standard and 3d printed cimponents

I used the cad designs for the c beam to find a solution to my initial sourcing problem. I figured that I could use 2x 20x20 and 1x 20x80 Profil to create a c beam actuator. I sourced all of the profiles from a local machin builder and t-nuts and screws in my local hardware store. Some parts are currently in 3d printed pla for testing reasons.

Build Author
Joerharris
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6111
Joe Harris's all metal CNC Router build

I'm building a CNC router in my garage (almost finished!) and I'm keeping a video build log of the process in the hope it may be useful to others wanting to do the same. I don't have much in the way of fancy tools so expect a bit of innovation on the way!
USB Pendant

An USB Pendant for LinuxCNC / Mach3
C-Beam Machine Build

This is my first CNC router build. I want to gain basic CNC building experience so I can go on to build other items such as a frosting or pancake printer.

Build Author
Shaun Weitzel
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6034
OpenBuilds Lead 1515

First build of a Lead 1515!

Build Author
Zootalaws
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6028
OXENlarged

This is a 1500 x 1500 Ox build
First Ooznest OX

The ooznest OX CNC Machine is based on the OX CNC Machine designed by Mark Carew of Openbuilds, and incorporates many upgrades from the Openbuilds community. Mark Carew based the OX on the Routy, which was in turn based on the Shapeoko

Build Author
joetemus
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5966
Shapeoko 2 Z-Axis Upgrade

This is a major redesign to the Z-axis of an otherwise stock Shapeoko 2.
Large OX

A larger version of the OX.
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
1000mm X 1000mm with tinyg

1000mm X 1000mm overhead cnc machine
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/)
C beam machine (with larger T-slot platform)

Larger, more rigid build plate C beam machine

Build Author
Hussein Dermay
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5822
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.
Non OX CNC Router

This CNC Router is to 95% made of standard parts and almost all of them from the http://openbuildspartstore.com/.
Workbee CNC 1500

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

This started as an attempt to learn to weld and quickly took on a life of its own.
TAZ C-Beam CnC Router by RC-CnC

C-Beam inspired CnC Router (1000x750) Approx 90mm of Z travel
My first build: a other OX CNC

I love to build things. I decided to build a CNC machine to help me build more things! I had a lot of fun and I learn a lot of thing in the process of building this machine. p.s. my primary language is french not english. Forgive me if I made some mistake.

Build Author
Karan Singh Sisodia
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5688
My Home made CNC

Home Made CNC Router from Scrape
My build

I am satisfied with my build and next one will be even better.
Lead CNC build, Mansfield, Texas - BUILD COMPLETED WITH REVIEW OF THE KIT

The machine is a stock Lead CNC, with the Black Box controller and StepperOnline 269oz NEMA 23 motors. I'll be using the DeWalt 611 from Openbuilds, as well.
Controlbox for a CNC Router

A Controlbox for my CNC-Router, containing stepper-drivers, Planet-CNC MK3 Controller and a Controlpanel with joysticks.
Another Sphinx - 1000mm x 750mm

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

This is a upgrade to make a little deeper and a little bigger foot print for cutting. This is a copy of design off Rob Taylor idea for Dbl C Beam setup. The goal though is to design it around a new build with minimal tools for some one with no cnc access. Drillpress and drill bits and tap set. A 10in Non ferrous metal cutting blade for my table saw. Paper printer for printing DXF files.

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TurfnSurf
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5629
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

Build Author
Dave420
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5624
Dave's Z axis and powder coated.

I just did my first Powder coat paint job on a Z Axis with 9inchs of travel for the DIY CNC Plasma Cutter, Mill Head, Router, Engraver, Laser Head, Water Jet Cutter Machine. 2 different Z Axis ride plates and a 80mm Router/Mill Head/Spindle clamp. Baked on finish in a old oven i had.

Build Author
Gary Bonard
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5581
OxZilla

This is my second Ox with a working area of 14" x 14" x 5" I wanted to build a small sturdy potable CNC router and this OxZilla has the nice upgrades !

Build Author
msdosfx
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5572
Workbee 1510 Screw Driven

Workbee 1510 screw driven build by MsDosFX.

Build Author
DaveStewart
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5567
Small C-Beam Plate Maker With Remote Login & Operation

C-Beam Plate cutter with Raspberry Pi V3, Arduino Mega2560 and Camera. Remote login & operation via SSH with cnc.js server, mjpg server on the Pi.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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5558
OpenCase Mounting Kit

The OpenCase Mounting Kit makes wire management quick and easy!

Build Author
JAC_101
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5396
Small PCB, Engraving and Delrin CNC Mill

This is my first attempt at building a spindle based CNC machine. The intention is to mill PCB boards and mill delrin blocks. The device was built with an Emergency Stop that actually cuts power to the spindle and motors. This is a post build write-up and consists of finished photo compilation and CAD renderings.
M10CUBE PICO CNC. A Universal Controller

An attempt is to be a Unified Modular Controller based on M10CUBE platform. For GRBLHAL and MARLINHAL applications. HAL porting is under way 1 - WIZnet Pico Clone W5100S-EVB-Pico 2 v- 6 X StepStick. Not sure about the sixth driver, (Pico pins limitation) . External connectors for larger drivers 3 - Opto - isolated spindle PWM. 4 - HMI 5 - I/O on diferent modules and Ethernet 10MBPS communication. Patches will be written to GRBLHAL for Ethernet I/Os (Interrupted).
1200X600 SPHINX

Need cnc to make alumunium sign, brass stamp, etc

Build Author
Gerrald
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5363
Pong CNC

This build is to show what's possible as well with openBuilds! I use a single ArduinoMega and 5 separate stepper drivers (A4988). The LEDs are all NeoPixels. Collision 'detection' is all done within the code, so the endstops are only sensors I use in this build. I'm a self-employed video-artist and this is my first installation which just needs power and it runs (where I'm quite proud of). Normally my interactive installations take a long setup time, so this installation is a relief :)

Build Author
Jeremiah Guinn
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5362
OX CNC SMW3d 1500x1500

A small business idea led us here, lets see where it will go.
5'x10' CNC Plasma/Mill Table

Plasma Mill CNC
CNC

This is my CNC build. My goal is to have fun and learn some new things.
Fixed Gantry Easy Assembly

Fixed Gantry CNC with good accuracy and rigidity but for a higher price than the usual CNC's on the site.
SB Plotter

Large floor or wall mounted plotter design.
Magnetic CNC Dust Shoe with LED lights and Camera*

Making my own magnetic dust shoe with led lights and a camera. Showing my progress from beginning to now.
