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Open Rail Build

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by ian carfagna, Oct 27, 2014.

Open Rail Build

Open Rail Build

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by ian carfagna, Oct 27, 2014.

This will be a chronicle. It's my first CNC build so, I will be making many changes as I learn from my mistakes. I will pass on any tips or tricks i learn along the way. This build is an OX Hybrid. I decided to use the open rail with the V wheels and not to go with the V Slot. (I'll let you know how it works out.)

CNC Open Rail
  1. ian carfagna

    ian carfagna New
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    ian carfagna published a new build:

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    #1 ian carfagna, Oct 27, 2014
  2. Serge E.

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    Interesting. As your machine evolves, it should get more and more precise ...

    Not certain how stable the MDF will be over time : environment (ex: moisture, temperature) and machine movement (ex: vibrations).

    It also depends on the type of work you aim to do, as well as speeds ...

    Where there is a will, there is a way.
     
    #2 Serge E., Oct 28, 2014
  3. ian carfagna

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    Yes Serge, I plan to replace the MDF with parts cut from the Machine once its finished. First will be the Gantry Plates. I realize the vibrations are going to cause stress on the wheel holes, and it will get sloppy after a while.
     
    #3 ian carfagna, Oct 28, 2014
  4. GrayUK

    GrayUK Openbuilds Team Elder
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    Hi Ian.
    Check out Slyclockwerkz's Plates. Cheap, but definately worth the price.

    Gray
     
    #4 GrayUK, Oct 28, 2014
  5. ian carfagna

    ian carfagna New
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    Thank you Gray, but my plates are custom, only because i have a modified design.
     
    #5 ian carfagna, Oct 29, 2014

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