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I find it very interesting that the Asian (Chinese) 3d printer makers are finally getting the message (see Creality products). VRail with wheels...
Inspired by the OX (really cool!) the "Frog" is a CNC Router, using many parts from OpenBuilds. 2/13/2015 update -- Done for now. Someday if I...
The XDrive 3d printer design has been evolving over the span of months, this is roughly the 5th major version. XY motion is via step motors...
Neil Rosenberg published a new build: XDrive 3d printer, high quality large build volume. Read more about this build...
Thanks for the info, very attractive! I'm concentrating my efforts just now on a new 3d printer, haven't had much time for the router. I'll...
Thanks Joe, cool chart. I'm guessing the worst case would be when your carriage (nut) is near one end of the travel and then you try to slew....
I have put up the Rev 3 models into the Files area, in Solidworks Pack and Go format. Hope this helps.
Hi there, and congrats on your plan to build one of these beasts. I'm havin' more fun than should be legal! There are limits to the length that...
HI Steve, and wow has your design evolved! There's probably a business somewhere in there if you can compete with China-Incorporated (who are...
Good point. Next time I'm running a long job I'll put a probe on the motors, see what they're up to. 60c is pretty warm (140f), don't think it's...
Just rebuilt my electronics from the ground up. Got rid of the TB6560 (Sainsmart) 4-axis driver board/24v power supply and replaced with a 48...
I worry about eye safety with those unprotected lasers, but mechanically they're pretty straightforward. This stuff is getting to the price point...
Awesome, thanks! I see you have a great wife like I do. In fact any woman that marries an engineer is a SAINT!
I looked at the CNCRouterParts Pro, if only as a reference point. Honestly it doesn't look much if any beefier than what I have now, and I've...
Boy, the urge to build again is so tempting... :eek: Have you looked at extrusions like this one:...
Hi Steve, about time I checked into YOUR build! I love your approach, makes me want to do a very similar machine. As far as I can tell you've...
Has anyone here tried the SuperPID: http://www.vhipe.com/product-private/SuperPID.htm Neil
The particular spindle motor I use (DeWalt 611) has variable speed, ranging from around 16,000 to 27,000 rpm no-load. As Gerald says, that's a...
I'd like to find a way to machine aluminum without any "wet" stuff. My table is made out of face cut mdf and will soak up WD40 like a sponge. I...
I haven't tried it yet, mostly because I don't have a suitable bit (o-flute) for cutting soft metals. They're a bit pricey, but I'm zero-ing in...
