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hbtousa
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314
Six_Axis Camera Slider

X is 1000mm, Y is 1500 mm, Z is 1000mm. It Rotates 360 degrees and Tilt also can move 360 degrees. I also have a motor that controls the focus of the camera.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
104472
V-Slot® NEMA 17 Linear Actuator Bundle (Lead Screw)

Example model of lead screw driven actuators for your next project!
Plexi Panel

Plexi Panel to use for a vfd test enclosure. The box will be wall-mounted on plywood, so the back of the box is not necessary. - The bottom of the box is not necessary because the box will be fixed on concrete on the floor. On the door, I was thinking of putting 4 brackets instead of two. We'll have two 21” doors

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
224589
OpenBuilds ACRO System

The OpenBuilds ACRO System was developed to be the most accurate and cost effective positioning system in its class. The ACRO System incorporates the OpenBuilds V-Slot system and, therefore, has the unique ability to expand to multiple sizes creating a size configuration custom to your needs. Choose the size that best fits your workshop. This versatile system allows for precise positioning of many different mountable tools and attachments.

Build Author
Retsaj
Views
64060
Standalone Torch Height Controller for CNC Plasma Cutting

A Torch Height Controller helps improve plasma cut quality and can save a CNC Machine from crashing. This design doesn't require you to know electronics or need any custom circuits... Its plug and play! This is a COMPLETELY standalone controller with a built-in Driver powerful enough to run just about any stepper motor. (maybe a little to powerful for a NEMA17)
CNC accessory box Made 100 % from recovery materials

Quick construction. A few pieces of wood recovered in the trash can, two hooks one hinge, a few screws and a little glue. [Edit] Added the SVG file for sharing (I forgot it)
Edge Carve MK1

I have created a video showing the Edger Carve features https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5mV_6vyxAA&t=3s

Build Author
Troy Joachim
Views
16804
Sigron IDEX

BNC3D Signax + Voron = Sigron IDEX

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
262057
C-Beam® Machine - Plate Maker

This C-beam Machine is an in affordable CNC plate maker and 3D carving machine!

Build Author
David E. Flores E.
Views
2236
DaveWare DrawBot

Turning my prototypes into real objects, it will be required a great amount of drawings, A LOT. Therefore, against the ink costs raise price push me to think in a way to draw models, blueprints, etc. at very, VERY low cost. This is where my DrawBot was born

Build Author
David E. Flores E.
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1459
F-Ender-Plus 3D Printer

F-Ender-Plus its based on the Ender 3 Pro, but improved: CR-10 hotend, double gear extruder, double z-axis motor, bltouch incorporated, hotbed leveling improved strings kit. Most made using local vendor parts, and still I'm increasing my knowledge of how get better 3D printings by calibrating motors steps, leveling the hotbed and z-axis; using a 3mm thick glass...

Build Author
David E. Flores E.
Views
4493
ACRO System w/Laser 80W

This is my version of the OpenBuilds ACRO System CNC, a 1010 version (1000mm x 1000mm). I need this machine to build PCB prototypes within 2-days at maximum. I will try to build PCBs using drill and laser methods...

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
15409
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.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
23066
V-Slot™ Nema 23 Linear Actuator (Belt Driven)

This example build shows how easy it is to make a linear actuator using a few OpenBuilds Parts.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
16677
Nema 23 Belt and Pinion Actuator

This easy to build and effective system can take your builds to the next level! This design is strong and accurate and could be the solution/upgrade that you've been looking for!

Build Author
OpenBuilds
Views
23648
OpenBuilds Table Series

The OpenBuilds Table Series offers a modular table structure that grows with your needs.
Large 'Double H-Bot' using Openbuilds 2040 v-slot

The aim of this design is to build a simple, cost effective (under $1000) and relatively compact large volume (m3) 3D printer that will use a pellet extruder to create art/design objects using shredded recycled plastics.

Build Author
Keith Davis
Views
23528
Vulcan MAX

While mimicing the frame platform of the popular Crealiy CR-10 and Ender series, the Vulcan MAX overcomes design weaknesses in both printers. Chief improvements are a more stable, rigid mounting of the Z frame and Z gantry.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
Views
30890
OpenBuilds Enclosure Series

Easy to build series of enclosures for all your CNC needs!
Dedicated Compact Rotary Axis Laser Engraver

Compact Dedicated Rotary Axis Laser Engraver
Dragon Plasma cutter

Inspired by MetalGuru's idea : The plasma too cutter . If you have to cut small to medium sheet of steel with a plasma , this build may be for you

Build Author
jaron kennell
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7907
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

Build Author
Quentin Karmark
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7627
Laguna Swift 4X4 CNC mill retrofitted with OpenBuilds

Used Laguna Swift 4X4 CNC mill with Water-cooled Spindle and RichAuto serial pendant retrofitted with OpenBuilds/Blackbox/Interface

Build Author
OpenBuilds
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26450
INTERFACE CNC Touch Control System

Super cool standalone Human-Machine Interface for controlling your CNC machines!
Lead 1515 tilting table and vertical table accessory

I wanted a CNC machine that was able to do dovetails and other box joints. I also wanted to have it be able to tilt so it would take up less space when I was working on other projects.

Build Author
Bob Darrow
Views
8277
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.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
81522
BlackBox Motion Control System

The Openbuilds BlackBox is a new system evolved around a set of subsystems that cover more than just control and also more than just CNC type applications! With a plug-and-play easy connection system this controller can be used with ease, without sacrificing power.

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
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74344
openBuilds FreeBURN-1 V-slot CO2 Laser (60-100w)

DIY Lasercutter: Budget orientated, medium sized (60-100w), safety first, based on Lasersaur software toolchain

Build Author
Spark Concepts
Views
14961
CNC xPRO V4

Take your build to the next level with the CNC xPRO V4!

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
121868
C-Beam™ Linear Actuator

Here are a few helpful C-Beam actuator ideas that will help you get a start on your builds

Build Author
Ryan Lock
Views
134361
WorkBee CNC Machine

The WorkBee is our latest CNC Machine and is a culmination of all our experience, feedback, and suggestions from selling the OX CNC Machine over the past 2 years. The WorkBee is capable of accurately cutting foams, woods, plastics or aluminum at depths greater than 25mm to 0.2mm accuracy or greater.

Build Author
CONUCON
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4936
3DTwinX Gantry CNC System

Belt driven 3-axis linear system for high precision and low costs. > Threading and linear real cutting needed

Build Author
Mac6986
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18476
Vinyl Application Roller table

Build progress of custom roller table for applying graphics

Build Author
Ryan Lock
Views
133311
Ooznest OX CNC Machine

The Ooznest OX CNC Machine Kit is based on the OX CNC Machine designed by Mark Carew, and it incorporates many upgrades from this community. The plate designs in our kit are based on the originals. However we have added our own touches to increase the performance and design of the machine. To complement Mark's build videos, we have made a complete written instruction manual, with IKEA'eske assembly diagrams.
Vulcan: 750x1200 V slot 90W Co2 Laser

Tried to get best value and minimal footprint!

Build Author
Kyo
Views
39230
Sphinx 1050

This is going to be a Sphinx 1050 build. Starting off as a stock kit build using industrial electronics and opensource control software. Mods and upgrades to follow.

Build Author
Suhmanda
Views
3479
DIY CNC SPINDLE

CNC SPINDLE FOR DIY ROUTERS AND MILLING MACHINES ITSRS-985 MOTOR HAS MUCH BEFINITS THAN ANY OTHER DC MOTOR IN MARKET

Build Author
alan richard
Views
48206
Core-XY Cube

An enclosed cube shaped 3D printer using CoreXY motion. Fabricated from V slot extrusion, standard extrusion, aluminium plate and acrylic sheet using basic workshop tools. Using standard RAMPS/ Reprap electronics. Technically a 'Repstrap' currently used to build a true 'Reprap'

Build Author
Rob Taylor
Views
17850
M4: 1510SS Heavy Mk.I

A 1500x1200mm, 20mm rail and 1610 ballscrew, heavy-duty, four-axis gantry machine. As high speed as spindle power MRR will allow for. Approx 4 x 3 x 1ft travels, intermediate size between benchtop and floor-scale units. Aiming at $10-15k machine in the $3k region.

Build Author
Keith Davis
Views
34357
OneZ i3

A quiet, 8inx8in build area, Cartesian printer with permanently level bed. This is a compact, solid, inexpensive printer that will reliably print any type filament for thousands of hours while you sleep, fish, or play ball in the park.
CNC Linear Slide for DIY project

Low cost cnc linear drive for making any xyz cnc structure

Build Author
Ryan155
Views
11866
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

Build Author
MattR
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19633
Cricut Expressions 2 to ESP32 GRBL Control

A log of my "brain surgery" on a Cricut Expressions 2 to change the control board to something open so that I could cut what I wanted. The ESP32 GRBL board I used has bluetooth and WIFI built-in and was very easy to get working just the way I wanted.

Build Author
Damian V-SLOT Poland
Views
2803
LEGO BOX

Discover our unique DIY project that blends creativity, utility, and sustainability. This guide will take you through the construction of a LEGO display box, ingeniously crafted using offcuts of V-SLOT aluminium profiles and OpenBuilds accessories. Not only is this an eco-friendly approach to reusing surplus materials, but it also results in a stylish, functional display for your prized LEGO models. Whether you're a LEGO enthusiast or have little LEGO fans at home, this innovative project offers
My ACRO Build

An ACRO laser put together with some repurposed and some new parts.
Simpl3rBot

A framing design for cantilever style printers

Build Author
wackocrash5150
Views
18553
45W CO2 Laser Build

A co2 laser build that is heavily inspired and based quite a bit off Pedro Fernandez' 50w co2 laser build. This is my first build post so, bare with me.
T Nut Holder for V Slot

This is a T Nut Holder for OpenBuilds V Slot System. Useful when you want to keep t nuts in place, for example when you're mounting something vertically.

Build Author
Spark Concepts
Views
73162
CNC xPRO Driver

Spark Concepts CNC xPRO Driver. A new GRBL compatible, all-in-one stepper driver board with 4 motor controllers for XYZ + 1 clone (or rotary!). Capable of powering your next build with an ATX PSU (or 12V 2 wire supply), and ready for wireless printing. Compatible with Arduino (wireless robots anyone?)

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
1187537
OpenBuilds OX CNC Machine

OpenBuilds OX CNC Machine. A strong easy to build shop CNC router that can be sized to suit your needs. Many new features have been incorporated into the OX to make it a great router that is sure to inspire!
3D printed Laser Engraver

i´ve designing this laser taking care of every part to be functional, This laser has Endstops mounts on the corners and the X axis both sides too. The corners has fasbelt tension knobs for easy operation. The laser mount has adjustable knob to manually rise or down the laser for focusing purpose. all the parts have been printed at 65% infill a 2 perimeter lines just to make the parts stronger. Attached you will find a part list with quantity and link where to buy. SIZE 1mts x 75cm Built area
Budget friendly starter build

DIY CO2 laser build. Budget friendly, 2020 T/V-slot profiles and scalability.

Build Author
Ted Moyer
Views
4663
LEAD 1515 HIGH Z MOD 4KW ER20 7.5 KW VFD

OLD Lead 1010 High Z Mod converted to Newest Lead 1515 with High Z mod, slimmer cbeam motor mounts, thrust bearings etc. Extended by original table out and upgraded my 1.5kw VFD and Spindle to 4kw ER20 Spindle and 7.5kw GT VFD

Build Author
boutrous
Views
8303
Laser Rotary Attachment

Build Summary updated after parts list completed
Dedicated Rotary Laser Made from Scrap and Spares

A clone of https://openbuilds.com/builds/dedicated-compact-rotary-axis-laser-engraver.10204/

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
Views
5953
MakerSL MSL-65 Manual Coffee Grinder Stand

I know this build is a little off category here at OB, but I wanted to share it with the community (as well as other coffee lovers) and show however vast the possibilities are when OB hardware is involved. This is a powered stand intended to operate a manual coffee grinder. It is compact, light, portable and uses simple drive components (B&D Cordless Screwdriver). I will post two version, V-1 (Beginner skill level ) and V-2 (Intermediate skill level). Both accomplish the same results.

Build Author
nc3dpw
Views
22396
(Portable) Large Format 3d Printer 4ft square frame. Build Volume 36in x 36in x 36in

Large format printer build based off successful small Corexy. I figured it could be scaled to large format and be portable. Portable meaning by removing a few pieces it could effectively be rotated out of a standard door frame.

Build Author
JCPhlux
Views
25419
Tesseract

Large Core XY 3d Printer W/fixed build plate
Horizontal Cantilever or Vertical Diode Laser Engraver

Light weight portable Laser Engraver (6.5lbs - 12lbs)

Build Author
BNMaker
Views
10821
+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
viktop
Views
22459
Simple Cnc System (arduino Grbl)

Arduino powered simple CNC system using GRBL firmware. Designed to give the most function using the very least number of parts at the lowest price.

Build Author
Indieflow
Views
112990
Indie i2

A lightweight, portable, accurate 3D Printer that has a good sized print area and small overall footprint that is easy to build, with easy to source components. The design is OpenSource allowing those with the capability to make their own parts get up and running.

Build Author
Troy Joachim
Views
16874
Prusa i3 Bear IDEX

Remix of the Prusa i3 Bear with added IDEX

Build Author
joetemus
Views
26010
K40 ACRO Conversion

A K40 to ACRO Co2 laser cutter build. Designed and built to expand the work area of the K40

Build Author
James Archer
Views
13094
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.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
Views
10183
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
mytechno3d
Views
14277
Z FLoating head for Plasma cutting (OX CNC compatible)

How to convert your OX CNC to a plasma cutter at low cost

Build Author
Leonard Cross
Views
35860
Workbee CNC Router/Laser/Plotter

A CNC machine with an expansive 30x30" work area, supporing a router, laser, simple plotting and work monitoring camera. Control includes a tethered control box, game controller style jog control, and relay controlled AC outlets for all appliances. Accessories include a 3D printed dust shoe, a complete spoilboard and hold down system, an XYZ touch probe and multiple vacuum retention boards to support full profile routing.
V-Slot Miter Saw Stop

A quick and simple saw stop build.
Travel Printer

Build using standard parts as much as possible, Open Builds etc. To keep printer usable for more materials will be trying a heated bed with rotary elec union for the thermistor and power.
Ike:Laser

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

Build Author
Scott Martinez
Views
11092
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.

Build Author
Jay Almers
Views
7102
FlashPoint CNC v1: 500mm x 1000mm 3-Axis CNC Router

My build is based on many different builds but pieced together into a unit specifically to suit my needs. The footprint, without motors, is around 500mm x 1000mm with a gantry height of around 250mm. I used a combination of C-Beam, for the linear transmission, and V-Slot for the base and gantry supports. Forged angle connectors were used for attachment and I utilized the C-Beam gantry cart kits with anti-backlash blocks for both Y axes, the X axis, and Z axis.

Build Author
Dave420
Views
13810
OpenBuilds C-beam 15mm belt on 1500mm C-Beam.

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

Build Author
BeTrue3D
Views
21227
BeTrue3D Printer

High Quality CoreXY with focus on quality and optimized printarea versus physical size of the printer.
ME - Laser CNC

Build of a small laser engraver using V-slot profiles and 3d printed parts

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
17044
Co2 Laser Cutter/Engraver Rotary Attachment

Vslot rail system at work again, laser cutter/engraver rotary device for cylindrical objects .

Build Author
M1dn1ghtN1nj4
Views
8896
The Beast

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

Build Author
winand
Views
16287
YAOP (Yet Another Openbuilds Printer)

Yet Another Openbuilds Printer, my version :-P

Build Author
Edgar Mata
Views
26444
ME - Core XY 3d printer

I wanted to make my own Voron, so I made my own Voron,

Build Author
LukasK
Views
22831
LS-LASER

I have completed some custom build 3d printers (i3 and delta style) and a cnc mill based on v-slot and c-beam. From the beginning the cnc was built to fit/change between router, 5w led laser module and plotter pen. While all three works great, the build is primarily focused on heavy duty milling and brings some disadvantages when it comes to laser - slow because of leadscrew motion system and not as powerful because of “only” led laser. That is why I have started this build of co2 laser machine.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
125208
V-Slot® NEMA 17 Linear Actuator (Belt Driven)

Quick and Simple V-Slot Gantry System. This example build shows how easy it is to make a linear actuator using a few OpenBuilds Parts. You can mount this system an many ways so be sure to download the example models.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
36994
Openbuilds Table Top 50w Co2 Laser Cutter/Engraver

DIY build of a Co2 Laser cutter/engraver 12x24 working area.
Draw bot core xy

In the design stage. Help guide.

Build Author
Keith Davis
Views
9086
Upgrading Your 3D Printer With Synchronous Leveling

Upgrading printers for Synchronous Leveling

Build Author
HPB
Views
42985
A simple XY laser engraver/cutter

A simple low-cost XY plane laser engraver/cutter inspired by the Much 4 laser build, with minimal parts and assembly time. Uses standard off the shelf components in almost 90% of the build with the exception of the axes motor and wheel mounts which need to be 3D printed.

Build Author
Martin.Barfoed
Views
5862
40x40 V-Slot Rod Type Linear Actuator

A Rod-type Linear Actuator based on the 40x40 V-slot profile

Build Author
Robert Hummel
Views
152032
Laser V

With such great success/attention my laser got, I ended up with a good friend that would like to dabble in stencil art and so I have decided to share my build with him and you here :) I will be using all the same electronics as in my previous build except the driver boards I will be using are the famous reprap 4988's they are more easy to come by and cost less. I will also be using open builds mini v wheels/v groove extrusion just so I can get a feel for their versatile products

Build Author
shanehooper
Views
14094
SolidCore CoreXY 3D Printer

Modular and Scalable CoreXY Printer with all metal parts.
Phlatformer v2

Hello, I have been looking around for a vacuum forming machine for a long time, and could not find one that was either in my price range or was safe enough for me to want in my home. The Phlatformer answers both of these requirements... Unfortunately, it was not available in either cut-out or...

Build Author
Mike Campbell
Views
10196
bor 454-D

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

Build Author
rengelking
Views
33878
Vacuum Forming Machine

Vacuum Former built with off-the-shelf parts, works perfectly every time!

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
151234
OpenBuilds MiniMill

This OpenBuilds Mini Mill is a great go-to desktop sized CNC milling plate / part maker and 3D carving machine!
ME - Cloner 3d printer

I decided to start designing this printer, this will be my solution for a more rugged printer that you can use as workhorses...
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.

Build Author
Yoshiya Arii
Views
40454
V-Slot Laser cutter and engraver

The Smart Laser Mini is an open source such as use Raspberry pi. Easy to assemble type of desktop laser cutter and engraver. Also we used V-slot

Build Author
Kyo
Views
15076
Stinger Laser

3-Axis CNC Laser Engraver running grbl 1.1 in laser mode and Laserweb4.
Lead 1510

Customised Lead 1010 making it a 1510. T-Track work area with dual Y limit switches for auto-squaring. Powered by xPro v5 & CNC.js

Build Author
lekey
Views
9218
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.
