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Thats an interesting idea - will see how it goes. In regards to the X axis - I was thinking about doing the linear rod as well as wheels. I could...
Here is another iteration of the design, with additional linear guides on top and bottom of the X axis. I think this would be a very simple...
Personally, I like my machine to always be in a positive X and Y direction, so I moved my spindle to left hand edge of my machine, and closest...
By design feature - I should have said design requirement. I dont intend on cutting 4" thick aluminium, but I do have a project lined up to deep...
Here is a quick model of an idea I had. I only had a model of open topped bearing blocks, but would use closed tops. I would expect that with...
What is "that much leverage"? The intention is to have no more than 100mm Z travel. Just because one person says it can't be done, doesn't mean it...
I guess I need to look at an alternate solution then. I guess a custom Z axis with linear rails is where I need to head to achieve what I want. I...
Thanks Rick. The height of the gantry is a design feature. The frugal side of me doesn't like having 100mm of Z travel which cannot be utilised....
Generally speaking, any 3 axis CNC machine can do 3D machining. You are correct - 3D essentially means all three axis move at once. It is also...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] Okay here is a couple more snapshots of the design. The model is missing some wheels and things, but you get the idea. The...
I will get my model sorted to the current design, but basically it has OX style plates between the X and Y axis, with 1m C beams for X & Y.
I have built my first CNC machine based on a design from many influences. So far I have been very happy with its performance on timber, however...
Update 25/01/17 - The machine is now assembled and cutting! I have been reasonably impressed so far with the general capabilities of the setup....
Nice design. I am currently building something almost exactly the same. Have you thought about supporting the X axis gantry with a custom shaped...
