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C-Beam Prototype

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Rwetzler, Jul 2, 2016.

C-Beam Prototype

C-Beam Prototype

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Rwetzler, Jul 2, 2016.

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.

Ox C-Beam router CNC TinyG chilipeppr CAD Inventor Fusion 360 Nema 23 Stepper Motor
  1. Rwetzler

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    Rwetzler published a new build:

    Read more about this build...
     
    #1 Rwetzler, Jul 2, 2016
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  2. Mark Carew

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    Very nice Build @Rwetzler you have incorporated a lot of nice ideas into this one. I also really like the awesome CNC control box you worked up. Really nice work on everything thank you for taking the time to share.
     
    #2 Mark Carew, Jul 2, 2016
  3. GrayUK

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    An excellent looking machine RWetzler. :thumbsup: I like the Z axis mod, could be an answer to some peoples problems.
    How about some videos, as soon as you can fit it into your schedule. I would love to see in it action. :)
    Happy Chipping
    Gray
     
    #3 GrayUK, Jul 3, 2016
  4. Rwetzler

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    Thanks guys. I just uploaded a few more photos and videos.
    I was inspired by the following you tube videos to make the pinewood derby car and mini bookshelf for my Grandson! I scaled the bookshelf to about 1/4 the size as shown in the 2nd video.



     
    #4 Rwetzler, Jul 3, 2016
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    The 3D printed parts seem to be fine. I initially printed the router brackets with a thickness of 3/4" and was getting some flexing and fatigue during heavy cuts. I then printed another set with a 7/8" thickness and a density of 50%. They seem good and strong. I haven't noticed any flexing or fatigue since the modification.
     
    #5 Rwetzler, Jul 3, 2016
  6. Dale Mahan

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    Looks very good. Best documentation I've found for a one meter C-beam synchronized stepper base . Please keep up the good work.
     
    #6 Dale Mahan, Jul 15, 2016

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