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Anthony Bolgar
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11565
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
mirage335
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11562
FlexReplicator

Multi-tool 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC mill.

Build Author
sw3Dp
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11523
stranger than fiction OX

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

Build Author
Scott Martinez
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11523
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.
C-Beam "2" XLarge CNC Router

C-Beam 2XL CNC Router
Talos3D

In Greek mythology, Talos (/ˈteɪlɒs/;[1] Greek: Τάλως, Talōs) was a giant man of bronze made by Hephaestus (the Greek god of fire, metalworking, craftsmen and blacksmiths) who protected Europa in Crete from pirates and invaders. He circled the island's shores three times daily.
Big CNC plasma cutter

more later
Laser engraving machine

Second better project, high durable mainframe, silent work, non vibration.

Build Author
Andreas Bockert
Views
11461
Sphinx Z-axis upgrade

Upgraded Z-axis for Sphinx-style CNC using ball screws and linear rails.

Build Author
reef
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11409
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.
Plasma Table 006

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

Build Author
Bud Griffin
Views
11214
BF3D OX (Big Freakin' 3D OX)

This is my latest printer build. The second printer I've built using V-Slot.
Polar Bot

Polar Bot which used to depress buttons

Build Author
evil2002usna
Views
11203
Evil Ox

Cheap Ballscrew Ox CNC Router.

Build Author
BNMaker
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11203
+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.
X Axis Upgrade for AM8 (ANET All Metal)

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

A minimum parts build with belt driven Z-axis.

Build Author
Joe Garritano
Views
11013
X-carve upgrade

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

Build Author
boubouexpress
Views
11001
3D Drucker sparkcube V1.1XL V-Slot™ Mini V Linear Actuator Bundle

sparkcube V1.1XL edit V-slot mini v linear
Skyggen 3D Printer

GT2 belt-driven Cartesian 3D Printer on an OpenBuilds Extrusion gantry, developed through Autodesk Fusion 360.

Build Author
dreys
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10989
Was once a mini mill

Working progress.
W|W plasma/drag knife 1500x1500 (floating head & z-axis)

Step by step designing and implementing of my plasma approach
eTrueUp Glide

A TrueUp Glide modified to use 20x40 V-Slot with a 300x300 bed.
CO2 Tube life expectancy experiment - Sponsored in part by Openbuilds

Hypothesis - Running CO2 laser tubes at high amperage may shoirten tube life in number of hours, but will be made up for by the increase in actual inches engraved/cut using the higher power. This is a long term experiment, so the build status will remain as "Build in progress" until the experiment has been completed.
Y-1200 co2 laser

Y-1200 Build The Y-1200 has a cutting area of 1200 x 600mm and the main chassis has a external size of 1620 x 955 x 450mm. The recommended power output is 60-90W, this can also be increased with the use of an extension box. designed by furtherfabrication ROB CHESNEY FREELANCE INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER.
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.
Ez3D - Phoenix 3D Printer Build

This is my 1st submission to openbuilds.com and my 1st venture into building a 3D Printer. The Phoenix 3d Printer is a kit from Ez3D, a company based out of Colorado, started and backed by successful Kick-starter and IndieGogo campaigns. The Phoenix 3d Printer kit is currently backlogged 10 to 12 weeks which means quite a wait. I will be chronicling my experience with this kit as I get it done.
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
Somewhat Simple Lead screw conversion for an OX CNC

Somewhat Simple Lead screw conversion for an OX CNC.

Build Author
jjcolletta
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10800
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.
Laser cutter

In the expo projects during the second year of engineering students. the project group who made this rapport made a laser cutter for the students of Fontys Hogeschool Engineering to use this machine for creating parts for their projects. The goal of Project Laser Cutter is to build a laser cutter, which is safe and can be used within the school. Also it has to be able to cut through 10 millimetres thick acrylic material or 10 millimetres thick plywood. This project will follow the V-model. This
MOJO 3D

Fast, Large build area, CoreXY design
Large format plasma ox

I will update this as I go, cad files upon request. My x beam is basically a belt driven r7
The Franken Rotor

Yes another K40 Franken machine dedicated for round objects,,,

Build Author
OpenBuilds
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10708
Swing Arm

Simple Swing Arm Build for the Modular Table Series. Create a simple vacuum swing arm that swings over your machine keeping your vacuum hose and router cord, etc. up and out of the way

Build Author
Laurence Carroll
Views
10703
C-Beam Double X

Per the special notes its a variant of the C-Beam, Machine.... I have noticed that alot of people build a CNC router to cut parts for other larger CNC machines.. eg Delta Printers etc....plus this will enable me to cut parts for model RC plans UAV's etc...

Build Author
J-Wahl Dezign
Views
10690
My little monster

Modified Tevo
Long Ox with drop in table

This build is a modified Ox build. The long rails are 1000mm. My build includes a solid clamping table.
RoStockFAZZ

My large printer design. 400mm build plate, ~1000mm build height. Most of structure is 8020 but the sliders are V-Rail

Build Author
Glenn Weston
Views
10630
"AcroCadabra" My Acro Laser built with my C-Beam XL

Well I built a C-Beam XL around a year ago, I am still learning things as I make stuff with it, it has been quite a wonderful learning experience. Now I have gained enough confidence and knowhow to Mill the required Plates to build an Acro Laser System using the Acro Laser Sketchup Model. I have pulled the Model apart in Sketchup, isolated the Plates and generated the G-Code to cut/Mill the plates. I have used Sketchucam to generate the G-Code. I Use Mach3 on my C-Beam XL to Mill.

Build Author
Beam
Views
10617
DIY Flywheel Camera Slider

My take on a non affordable slider.
Draw bot core xy

In the design stage. Help guide.

Build Author
Bear
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10583
OXBear

ANOTHER OX!~ Huge Thanks to Marc Carew and Open Builds. The primary reason I am building this CNC mill is to aid in my homemade snowboard creation. I am going to try and document as much of everything as I can and post it here to help others going a similar route. I know from past projects that taking the time to document each step can be tedious when you want to charge ahead but I will try! I hoping to get feedback on my design choices and set up as I am a complete newbie to CNC.

Build Author
Steven Sampson
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10569
RiNo Route

A CNC router designed to handle a 4'x8' sheet, for as close to $2000 as possible. The price barrier resulted in my choice to use timing belts rather than leadscrews or rack&pinion. Build List still being updated
STEAM crane printer

The STEAM Crane 3d printer uses the new C-Beam linear rail. It is being developed for an after school / summer camp program for kids. All of the electronics are housed in the base and the wiring is routed down the channels of the c-beam. This is done to contain as much of the loose wiring as possible, hopefully keeping it safer for kids.

Build Author
Yanou Fishel
Views
10553
Beefed up Minimill

A beefed up minimill, ready to gnaw on some aluminum! HG15 linear rails, a thick heavy column, bellows and easy fixturing and tramming.

Build Author
Mike Campbell
Views
10551
bor 454-D

A large format, modular, rack and pinion build designed around OpenBuilds components.
The Hoss

The purpose of this build is to create a simple, strong modular build that is rugged enough to cut out some of the softer metals along with wood and plastics. Using basic parts like the universal plates, t-nuts and v- wheels coupled with the strength of C-Beam I am sure this will deliever the desired results!!

Build Author
David Florian
Views
10423
Dual Extruders 3D Printer - Zidex Upgraded

How to build an Independent Dual EXtruder (IDEX) 3D printer from OpenBuilds parts.
cnc plasma table

ive got most of the wire harness made up too im using Chinese electronics for now I will upgrade later when this thing makes me some cash lol im using a ibm think center to case to hold my electronics ive got a 25' parallel cable to put some distance between the table and the computer

Build Author
Keteland
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10411
MULIMATERIAL 3D PRINTER (in progress)

ELECTRONICS - ARDUINO Mega 2560 + RAMPS 1.4 + power supply 12V - Leadshine DM 5042 external driver + Power supply 36V + NEMA 23 stepper motor SOFTWARE - Repetier Host to communicate with the Ramps - ARDUINO to upload the firmware (Marlin) MECANIC - V-Slots rails 40x40 + home-made plates - everything goes fine on the side of the build

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
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10383
Folger-Tech Y-Carriage

This a redesign of the Folger-Tech Y-Carriage using the Solid V-Wheels, Ball Bearings, the V-Slot Rail System.
Apple Crate CNC

Low cost, apple crate framed CNC.
Makerparts.ca Prusa i3Pro 300

Concept for a Prusa i3 made from Cbeam Extrusion. X & Y using GT2 Belts, Z using Acme Screws Goal is to build a simple. and very Solid Printer Single Z Motor to keep the Z Screws in Sync. (Might require Geared Nema 17) 12" x 12" x 12" Build volume Nema 17's

Build Author
Kyo
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10280
Fina

This is Fina; My Lautr3k inspired build.
Open Rail Build

This will be a chronicle. It's my first CNC build so, I will be making many changes as I learn from my mistakes. I will pass on any tips or tricks i learn along the way. This build is an OX Hybrid. I decided to use the open rail with the V wheels and not to go with the V Slot. (I'll let you know how it works out.)

Build Author
that-jim
Views
10271
Z-Axis Upgrade For My Sphinx

Z-Axis Upgrade For My Sphinx

Build Author
Darren Ditto
Views
10266
V 1.4 - Bright Box Cartesian Printer - *BUILD PROGRESS PICTURES

Cartesian Printer, 200mm x 200mm x 380mm build area, enclosed, belt and pinion movement, heated bed, Raspberry Pi, Pi Cam, OctoPrint
60W CNC Laser build

Laser CNC, 60W, didn't have one yet... have to :) This build is a retrofit of a surgical laser into a CNC.

Build Author
UltiBots
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10228
Machined Aluminum MagBall Carriages

Machined Aluminum MagBall Carriages
InDoreXY

A Large CoreXY build that can just barely get in through a doorway, aiming for under $1000. Build Volume approximately 18in x 24in x 26in.

Build Author
Lasersc
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10138
D&R Tiger Paw build combo

The Tiger Paw will be a 1000mm X 500mm Cartesian style CNC with the Minimill attached to the end. It is named the D&R Tiger Paw because my son, Daniel, and myself, Richard, will put this Tiger strong and fast machine together. Our goal is to have a Tiger strong build with a Paw print that wouldn’t take up a huge amount of space in our garage.

Build Author
Rob Taylor
Views
10136
Grizzly G0758 Benchtop Mill Conversion

A proper CNC mill conversion. But quite small, with my trademark idiosyncracies.
Versabot - All metal 3D printer

An all metal construction cartesian style 3D printer with a very rigid frame that has the flexibility to function as a desktop milling station or laser cutter with appropriate user designed attachments. Design is scaleable to suit any size requirement. All axis are leadscrew driven. V-Slot and Mini V-wheels have been utilised for the linear rails.

Build Author
Naomi Wu
Views
10125
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
Kaarbble
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10118
Kaarbble Nylon Bot

We plan experiment on nylon 3 D printing;
Delta 3D Printer

This is a Delta build using 1610 ballscrews from China
CO2 laser

http://www.buildlog.net/sm_laser/drawings.html using this as a baseline.... Going to try and use all or most off the shelf parts.

Build Author
Larry_AK
Views
10011
MUSK-OX

Pretty much a straight OPENBUILDS OX that slowly getting some modifications.
SolidCore CoreXY

All metal CoreXY 3D Printer Design with triple z, kinematic bed, and scalable corexy mechanism.
Behemoth cnc router with linear rails

Behemoth cnc router build in progress using hiwil rails and closedloop servos.
Laseroko Laser Engraver Build

After expanding a Shapeoko 2 with the rails and motors left over, make yourself a laser engraver.

Build Author
lekey
Views
9956
Modular Desktop Vacuum Former

This is a small desktop vacuum former that can be connected to a shop-vac and an electric heat source (like a grill for instance). You can control the time each appliance stays turned on, and the vacuum is automatically turned on when the tray is placed on top of the model. The vacuum table is 20x20cm wide, and I've tested it mostly with 1mm thick PET sheets.

Build Author
CNCGear
Views
9942
The BlackBee CNC

Ball screw drive, linear rail CNC Kit
Flexible Axis Revolving Tool-holder

Drag knife and pen holder which mounts in spindle collet.
Roberta Clementine

The Roberta Clementine a proof of concept and progenitor to the series of printers I will be calling the Clementine Sisters. The printer is named after Pittsburgh Pirates baseball player Roberto Clemente. Although it is more accurate to say the printer is named after the school I work for which is named after Clemente the Roberto Clemente Charter School. http://www.myrccs.com Roberta is the first and not really built to last but instead built to test ideas and to produce the parts for successors
Black Rabbit 1500

This is a router that I designed that is loosely based on the Openbuilds Ox, but designed to be heavy duty, rigid, and yet quick and agile.
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.
3 Axis MultiTool - 3D printer, CNC Mill and Plasma Cutter

So in short this build is a work in progress; it aims to make a large 3d printer, medium size CNC mill and a small plasma cutter all in one CNC unit.

Build Author
BinaryConstruct
Views
9811
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.
Dream to practical

This is my journey from a dream machine to a practical (for me) machine. This is a Cartesian style frame that can change tool heads quickly. The first version will have milling and 3D printing tool heads. Later on I'll add a drag knife tool head.
Laser Mount

This is a mount I wanted to build for a laser project using OpenBuilds part router mount.
(Smaug) 100w 1500x1000mm CNC Laser

Laser CNC made with mostly Openbuilds and amazon sourced components. Lots of 3d printed components as well. The main purpose is to cut EVA foam.

Build Author
Philippe Bergeron
Views
9792
My first 3D printer: Absolute3Dr

You are about to read the evolution of my 3d Printer build.
Table Saw Fence

Trying to build a low cost table saw fence using v-wheels
Rex

This build is inspired by the Lulzbot Taz printers and makes use of the new OpenBuilds C-Beam
A very affordable CNC routing

In progress CNC, (just design for the momment), I want to get some feedback about the design and the possible flexion of the aluminum profiles chosen
Ultra MegaMax Dominator CoreXY Printer

My self-designed and built, tall-format coreXY printer with 300 x 300 x695 mm print capacity.
GrOX (OX based router)

1000mm x 1500mm OX router using Openbuilds parts and plates by Chris Laidlaw
Dedicated Compact Rotary Axis Laser Engraver

Compact Dedicated Rotary Axis Laser Engraver

Build Author
COMsulting
Views
9723
1x1 Meter Laser Engraver

Building of a big open frame laser engraver.
V-Slot Workbench

A Workbench idea built from V-slot and openbuilds parts.
Hybrid OX (Ball Screw, Linear Guides, Ect.)

Planning my first build. Hope to achieve a larger format yet rigid design.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
9599
K40 Cube Laser Cutter

The k40 cube is a laser cutter build using mostly stock parts of the chinese k40 laser
HYDRA multi tool CNC , based on ACRO

modifying ACRO

Build Author
Superslinky
Views
9583
K40 Laser Build (Major Changes)

Major K40 Laser Mod
Voxel OX Based Build

Building upon the great work done by Marshall Peck and others. I have started a new build.
Powder coated multi CNC Z Axis plasma adapter with Prox.

Powder coated multi CNC Z Axis plasma adapter with Proximity sensor. . It can also hold a 80mm Router head/Spindle as seen in my router build.
Another (Mostly) Stock OX

For my first Openbuilds project, I decided to put together an OX CNC Router.
