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Larry_AK
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10133
MUSK-OX

Pretty much a straight OPENBUILDS OX that slowly getting some modifications.
Behemoth cnc router with linear rails

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

After expanding a Shapeoko 2 with the rails and motors left over, make yourself a laser engraver.
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.
Flexible Axis Revolving Tool-holder

Drag knife and pen holder which mounts in spindle collet.
Dedicated Compact Rotary Axis Laser Engraver

Compact Dedicated Rotary Axis Laser Engraver
ALUMNO v1

It is a first draw of my future Printer/CNC cutter.PCB mill Still need to work more on it
(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.
OX-LX-3D

An OX build - little large than specs and plates 3D printed

Build Author
Philippe Bergeron
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9927
My first 3D printer: Absolute3Dr

You are about to read the evolution of my 3d Printer build.
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
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9924
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.
Ultra MegaMax Dominator CoreXY Printer

My self-designed and built, tall-format coreXY printer with 300 x 300 x695 mm print capacity.

Build Author
Superslinky
Views
9894
K40 Laser Build (Major Changes)

Major K40 Laser Mod
Rex

This build is inspired by the Lulzbot Taz printers and makes use of the new OpenBuilds C-Beam
Laser Mount

This is a mount I wanted to build for a laser project using OpenBuilds part router mount.
HYDRA multi tool CNC , based on ACRO

modifying ACRO
V-Slot Workbench

A Workbench idea built from V-slot and openbuilds parts.
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

Build Author
COMsulting
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9857
1x1 Meter Laser Engraver

Building of a big open frame laser engraver.

Build Author
crypt-tek
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9827
crypt-cube

The crypt-cube is another project I've been working on off and on over the past year, unlike my previous built C3DO this is a much smaller built with a volume of 318mm x 240mm x 220mm. With this build my main focus is precision and speed.
GrOX (OX based router)

1000mm x 1500mm OX router using Openbuilds parts and plates by Chris Laidlaw

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
9792
K40 Cube Laser Cutter

The k40 cube is a laser cutter build using mostly stock parts of the chinese k40 laser
Hybrid OX (Ball Screw, Linear Guides, Ect.)

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

Build Author
Kyo
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9718
Plate Maker V-slot Table

C-beam Plate Maker V-slot Table System to aid in clamping and setup of jobs.
Another (Mostly) Stock OX

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

Building upon the great work done by Marshall Peck and others. I have started a new build.
Arctic Ox CNC Router

This is a cartesian CNC Router build that is based off the OX CNC build by Mark Carew. I am using Spark Concepts CNC xPro controller board and their 400w spindle kit.

Build Author
StrictlyScale
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9641
Lead1010 Build with Enclosure

First time CNC builder puts together a Lead1010 machine.

Build Author
Robert Mech
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9624
LayerFused X301 - CoreXY Large Volume Printer

The X301 is a CoreXY 3D Printer that has a small footprint and a large 300x300x330 build area. The open style of this printer breaks the "Cube" mold of many other printers in this class but still retails rigidity and great performance.

Build Author
deltajegga
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9615
THE delta

probably as big as you'd want it...

Build Author
M1dn1ghtN1nj4
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9602
The Beast

This is a heavily modified system based on the RatRig V-Cast. Lots of personal touches, and a LOT more to come!
laser add-on for C-Beam machine

3.8 W laser add-on for C-Beam machine. Can easily be swapped with the router.
C-beam Camera slider

feel kind of bad calling this a build because of pretty much everything is off the shelf parts. I'm writing my own sketch right now for the motion but there is a version or 2 floating around on the net based of this design. I will post my code once it's done.

Build Author
Keith Davis
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9528
Upgrading Your 3D Printer With Synchronous Leveling

Upgrading printers for Synchronous Leveling
C-Beam 1M

Basing this build on the C-Beam machine XL on the parts store, but added a few things to make it more like the C-Beam XXLarge "Tank" by Dollarz81. Going with the Dewalt 611 instead of a water cooled spindle at first. May change down the road. Using a Panucat Gradus M1 controller with BigFoot drivers.
Ike:Laser

A 2 axis laser engraving machine, with a manual Z axis.

Build Author
Frank Gore
Views
9500
Kossel Extreme

A custom Delta printer for large projects with any filament that still retains speed and accuracy, all within a 15 amp/110VAC power budget. Based on Johann's Mini Kossel design.
1000 x 1000 Workbee powered by X controller

A standard 1000x1000 Workbee powered by an X-controller using a Hitachi router
LayerFused C201 - DIY 3D Printer Build, i3 Style

My DIY 3D Printer build which is similar to an i3 style printer. This is a fully documented step-by-step build with videos.
Another C-Beam machine

This is basically a Sphinx variant with few changes of my own...hope it'll work.

Build Author
mathom713
Views
9449
27" by 40" CNC

DIY design and build of a roughing 2' by 3.5' CNC router

Build Author
Asaku
Views
9441
mBOX

Hi! This build is, or at least should be, a multipurpose box (mBOX). Due to limited space I want to build something that can serve multiple purposes such as 3d printing, 3d scan, plexiglass cutting and hopefully some milling too (both wood and metal). Switching between modes should involve switching heads and worksurface (change heatbed with a wood platform and viceversa). (for the scan part I'm thinking of integrating this opensource project into the frame: http://www.freelss.org/ )
OX

My build of the OX kit from SMW3D.com

Build Author
Christian James
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9401
Workbee "style" 1010 cnc

This build is based on the Workbee 1010 CNC. It is not a kit build and is much the same as the original but with some significant changes made here and there as the build progresses.
CNC 1000x1000mm C-beam

inspired by http://openbuilds.org/builds/c-beam-sphinx.3605/
Horizontal Cantilever or Vertical Diode Laser Engraver

Light weight portable Laser Engraver (6.5lbs - 12lbs)
Controll Board for CNC Projects

The Echinus Team change the Firmware from "Teacup" to "Marlin". I use this board in my 3D Printer and it works very good! So I write a short report.

Build Author
Bob Darrow
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9353
BA3DP

A slightly more than one half cubic meter 3D Printer using V Rails, V Rollers, "C" Rail, mounting plates, and a bunch of 3D printed brackets to provide strength and stability to the frame. Rigidity was the goal and precision and accuracy the result. The software is a whole other topic, many weeks spent dialing that in to make the printer print.
TrueUp LZ

A version of TrueUp using linear bearings/rods for the Z axis. This required enough modification to make a separate OpenBuilds project to avoid confusion for DIYers.
Core XY My-BOT 500 x 500 x 1000

My first construction after many years buys ready devices.

Build Author
Maxime Favre
Views
9345
SmoothiebrainZ CBeam Machine

Modded Plate maker with: Smoothiebrainz board and DQ542MA SN04 Endstops Modded Z axis Aluminium build plate and renforced Y axis Dust shoe

Build Author
Michael.M
Views
9320
Sphinx Evolution

Let me explain: About a year ago I was planning to build a CNC router of my own design. I started gathering components including the THK linear rails. I soon found out you pretty much need a CNC to build a CNC and this is when I decided to build my Sphinx machine. I've had these rails and some other parts sitting around so it's time I used them! I'm planning to incorporate linear rails and 1605 ballscrews into the Sphinx design. I really like the overall appearance of the Sphinx.
Pelican Case 3D Printer

A portable 3D Printer that can flat pack into a hard carry case
The Budget Build

An affordable large CNC machine, that so far has been easy to assemble
XYZ Factory Bot

Very large format build platform designed really for printing multiple items in one session ether all the same or different. Longer term I would like to have multiple X axis on the Y axis rail. bit of a slicer challenge though.

Build Author
jaron kennell
Views
9297
Rezo 1390 100W CO2 Laser

This laser is a beast. Designed by Jonathan Frost, and built with 45x45mm aluminum for ultimate rigidity. It has a 4'x3' bed with a pass through that can be utilized to cut full 8x4' sheets of plywood, and has a motorized bed. Rēzo is not only faster and more capable than lasers like Thunder Lasers Nova 51 and Aeon Nova 10, but the final build costs are 40-60% less than said commercially available machines. Plans can be found at https://rezo1390.bigcartel.com/product/rezo-1390-plans
ACRO 150 X 150 CM

Openbuilds ACRO

Build Author
Jesse Jenkins
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9289
Hedron's build with Ooznest kit and Xylotex motors

A 3-axis flying gantry (4'x4') mechanical kit is assembled. A 3D printer is used to make cable chain for tidy and cheap wire management. A BeagleBone Black development platform with Machinekit software (LinuxCNC) is configured to control a Xylotex motor driver box connected to an Openbuilds Ox direct-drive pulley and belt motion system. A vacuum dust-collection system is designed, CNC-routed and installed. A steel table is made to mount the table onto.
Kool Bot

Mid range build.
Gargoile reproduction C-Beam™ Machine - Plate Maker

A stock C-Beam with a CNC shield with DRV8825's

Build Author
Christer Langley
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9273
CNC-Solutions Build

My first Build with V-slot

Build Author
Ahmed Ibrahim
Views
9265
Cairo Mini 3d-Printer

We are introducing the Cairo Mini 3d-printer! It’s a DIY fully Open-source Reproducible 20x20cm 3d-printer. The original goal of the Cairo Mini 3d-printer is to create a low-cost 3d-printer below 220$(3500 LE). That anyone can build with ease.
Delta without vertices

As this is a build in progress, I will update it as I progress.

Build Author
Nicademus
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9211
CNC/3DPrint/Laser/Mill (formerly CNC-inator3000)

Ultimately - the design is based on the highly successful Ultimaker concept, for which a regular size costs in the thousands, and one of this size would be edging into the 10's of thousands. Expected Build cost - <$800 It is a X/Y Cartesian printer with Raising/Lowering Z axis (Hotbed.) - Overall size is 610mm x 610mm x 750mm - with build volume of around 450mmx450mmx450mm - and will also have the ability to change work tools - such as for CNC Routing, Lazer etching, 3d Scanning, etc.
Fun and Functional Laser Build

A very fun and fulfilling build. I can't say enough about the whole Open Builds site and Open Source movement. I strongly believe this is the fastest and most creative way of getting ideas out of the mind, and onto the floor.
Desktop CNC machine

Stable solid, hope can cooperate with coolant in the future.
Hydraulic lifting table

I started this project without drawing. in itself this went fine with some minor adjustments. My profession is machine builder that might make it a little easier. I still enjoy it every day.

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
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9137
3D Printer 320x220x200

Someone donated a E3D Volcano to me (http://e3d-online.com/Volcano/V6-VOLCANO-POWER-PACK-175-UNIVERSAL-24V) and with a super hotend like that, it feels like a waste to stick it into a small 3D printer. So I decided I want a 320x220mm (XY) machine, 200mm Z is plenty for me

Build Author
Colin Russon
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9124
OX / X3 CNC / Similar Z axis / 1605 Linear Actuator

Z axes 1605 ballscrew, a comparative design proposal.
New 2 watt laser platform

Acro based 2 watt laser platform

Build Author
Rwetzler
Views
9092
C-Beam Prototype

This is a variant of a typical OX (Mark Carew inspiration) router using C-Beams/8mm Acme rods to drive all three axis. I went with a 1000mm x 1000mm frame size. Useable space is 28" (711mm) X 26" (660mm) with a Z axis work travel of approx. 3.25" (82.5mm). A TinyG is used as a controller along with Fusion 360/Chilipper as the software for generating and running gcode files.
Jim's C-Beam Machine Build

This machine is fantastic. Teamed up with Fusion 360, Inkscape, and GrblPanel, I'm well on my way towards making at least one Christmas gift this year. I had some frustrating times during the build, mainly with getting everything to go together square, but overall it was fun. I can see that I'm going to need to be a bit creative in order to max out the work area for this machine so that I can produce the product I bought it for, but it will be able to do so much more for me as well.

Build Author
Pol Feliu
Views
9081
Batxillerat Research Project: Design and construction of a CNC

I'm working on a cartesian cnc router for my school research project
HIGH POWER DC MOSFET (Relay)

High Power DC MOSFET

Build Author
Mike Andrews
Views
9070
Monster - a multiple material 3D printer with 20"(X) X 14"(Y) X ~20"(Z)

A Laut3k derivative that goes for volume and large number of print materials at the same time. Using OpenBuild linear motion systems to get away from belt drives.
Live D-bot build at MRRF 2017 (Mar 25-26)

I will be attending the 2017 Midwest RepRap Festival (MRRF) with a small team of printer enthusiasts with a goal to fully assemble a Core-XY D-bot onsite during the event. This is our first attempt at building a D-bot and we will be learning things as we go. Our hope is to have the entire machine assembled, wired, and functional (at least to the setup and testing phase) before the end of the show. Please attend and watch us in person or visit our feed channel during/after the event.

Build Author
HuguesP
Views
9066
YACLR CNC

Yet Another Chinese Linear Rail CNC, my first one, doing this mainly for the fun of building it more than using it.

Build Author
Gooshpoo
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9059
Gooshpoo's H style cnc machine

A cool project about my cnc machines unique style.
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.
6 Axis Motion Control Camera Rig (PAN, TILT, ROLL, SLIDE, FOCUS, ZOOM)

6 axis rig based on OpenBuild C-Beam and ESP32 MCU, WiFi controlled with custom app.
Laser cutter project by students

This build is made by students from Fontys Hogescholen Eindhoven, department Engineering. Every quarter a new group continues the work of the previous group. We have been working on the project since september 2015, and as it is a work in progress, a lot will be added later. The first months have mainly been about designing and building an XY-table on which later all the electronic components will be added and the laser.
Spindle cooling setup

Cooling system for water cooled spindle.

Build Author
griso
Views
9016
3d nika

Over 840 parts. Of whom around 450 are screws and nuts, more than 100 parts are printed on a 3D printer, the frame consists of about 60 components. There is nearly 40 electrical components connected with tens of meters of wires, most of them sleeved.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
9011
Work Bench Stand

Here is a nice little simple build that will help to free up some extra space on your work bench. If your like me you need all the room on your work station you can use, so this is great to have.
Large 3D printer

Hello ! This is my very first OpenBuilds build. It's based on the Maximus 3D Printer, published by mytechno3d : good source of inspiration !

Build Author
CreativeTools
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8995
Universal stand-alone filament spool holder (Fully 3D-printable)

A practical rotating and stand-alone spool holder which fits any filament extrusion 3D-printer. Several base files provided which make it fit different extruded aluminium profiles.

Build Author
Greg Lampman
Views
8986
C-Beam Intro to CNC

Build log for my first CNC machine, a C-Beam Plate Maker

Build Author
J-Wahl Dezign
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8963
1.4 meter tall build height, 300x410mm build plate cartesian

The original plan was to build a 3d printer with a 1200x1200 build platform with a 600mm build height. I was having issues getting ahold of a large enough borosilicate glass plate for the build so I decided to go for build height. I plan on using a smoothieboard for the controller. The build has currently slowed down. I was removing a broken drillbit from the linear rail mount, and it shattered and took out my eye. I am doing what I can when I can focus my eyes long enough for the build.
RSW's 3D Printer Build

I recently completed my C-Beam Plate Maker build ( http://www.openbuilds.com/builds/rsws-c-beam-build.4286/ ) and quickly got the build bug. I was looking for something to make with the new C-Beam and decided its time to venture into the 3D printer world. I can honestly say I have never been in the same room with a 3D printer, so this is going to be a learning experience. I spent some time browsing the 3D printer builds and finally decided to copy the Talos3D by AlexLee.
PnP 4 axis small/fast machine

You need some mechanical and electronic experience. This is NOT a novice undertaking! a familiarity with linux a plus (but not necessary). Basic woodworking and metal fabrication a big plus as well.

Build Author
Sergio Di Ventura
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8926
Prusa Dragon LR

Below are the details of my build and a good story for those who read till the end. Sorry for the grammar
12.5" x 12" Assembled Heated Build Plate

Custom build plate for 300mm x 300mm (12"x12"). The hole pattern is for the 20x60 V Slot
CORE XY 3D Printer

This is an inexpensive build, large volume 2225 cubic inch, CORE XY 3D printer providing decent speed with precise and repeatable precision with expandable features.

Build Author
motopreserve
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8883
Persnickety Plate Maker

My very first attempt at a CNC build. Based on the OpenBuilds C-Beam Machine, small tweaks will be made to tailor it for my goals: machining G10, aluminum & some carbon fiber for use with multirotor and motorcycle parts. I am looking forward to the day when I am comfortable enough to bring the ideas in my head to the tip of the end mill in a smooth fashion...

Build Author
Frank Del Favero
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8880
Portable self-contained Lead 1010 table

I have a two car garage NOT devoted to 3d printing or CNC. I have set aside a space for my 3d printer and a place to store my portable CNC table. The reason it’s portable is so that I wheel and can use my Lead 1010 outside where it won’t make a mess in the garage. The table is self contained. It houses a vac system as well as my CNC tools and supplies.

Build Author
Anglesachse
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8874
Zorkbot

Corexy, with possible head change (3d, cnc, laser)

Build Author
Huub65
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8829
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.
