Does anyone know if you can use nema 23 motors instead of the nema 17?

 

ok, thanks for your advise, now just stick to original build

 

What size tap should I use for the tapping the screw holes in the rails?

 

Thanks, I just need to know what size tap to use for the rails, think all the screws are M5

 

thanks again

 

I noticed in the pictures thats they are using both types of wheels, but plans only show the solid v wheels. Should I buy both or just one type?

 

I personally can't believe anyone would not buy the solid extreme wheels if they are using a router or anything heavy. Now for a 3d printer it wouldn't be needed unless using some massive extruder like The Kraken.

 

I guess your trying to say get the solid v wheel, ok

 

Thanks

 

Yep, as Rick said but I would get the extreme ones if it were me. Yes, they cost more but I think are much better for anything with weight on them.

 

thank you

 

I ordered this parts list and after I paid I realized that there were no single T-slot nuts listed. Think the parts list needs a bit of an update. Cant wait to get the parts to start assembly.

 

Hey all,

I'm hoping to build my 1st CNC router and have stumbled across this. I see this thread was designed a while ago... is this still a good design to go for?

Are t-slot nuts an alternative to tap/threading the bolts into the aluminium?

What options are there for the spindle mount in this design?

Thanks

Wayne

 

Thanks for the quick response Rick Are there any sources that supply these standard parts in the UK?

Including delivery, this project comes to just over £500 - which is less than it'd cost me to buy a 6040.

 

Cheers Giarc.

I've seen them on eBay, Robocutters is another I've come across - are they the same or just copied pieces?

Their prices are significantly lower than ooznest

 

I think I'll be sticking with affiliates...

I wrote to Ooznest with a parts list (as per this build) and asked them for their best price. They replied - on a Sunday evening... and gave me a discount. Total cost is £437 including delivery.

This is minus the Arduino and GbrlShield... so I think they're going to get my business.

Going to speak with them and make sure they have the length of the timing belt correct - and then I'll order

Something that's puzzled me, how do the screws connect to the end pieces of the extrusion?

 

It´s really good job. Congratulations.

 

Hi All

I am completely new to the CNC scene apart from a Prusa Anet A8 3D printer and I am looking to add a budget CNC router. My main use is in model building, specifically to-scale battleships and will be cutting mdf, balsa, plywood, acrylic and plasticard.

I have some questions.

1) What is the working area of this design in mm
2) Is it capable of cutting metals, for example aluminium and brass in the up to 1mm thickness range (this is to replace having to send away to get photo etch parts done, I could mill them myself)
3) I have seen similar machines for £500 on ebay that come with a 4 axis unit for lathe work, could I add a 4 axis to this machine so that I could turn my turret barrels in aluminium?
4) Could the working area be increased to 800mm x 500mm while keeping its accuracy?

Regards

DJ

 

Would drilling and countersinking the bed and then installing screws into the beams with the nut plates provide better stiffness?

 

Thanks Rick,

I'm looking to build something that will get me started in learning CNC and I've found this project most interesting because of the quality and the fact you can customize it how you want. I'm still open to other ideas if you have suggestions, I'm going to be using solidworks and designing custom brackets out of sheet metal for aircraft stuff (I work on light aircraft). I'm planning on using this to make the OX brackets for upgrading down the road as well. Also if you can recommend a clamping system for the bed? That's one thing I haven't seen a lot of. I'm used to using the Grizzly style clamps for work around the shop. Thanks!