CNC Router
@ November 22, 2011
cuts things out of wood, plastic and soft metals.
Cost to build:
$1000
Time to build:
40 hours
- Actuators / output devices: 3 stepper motors
- Control method: computer printer port
- Operating system: windows XP
- Power source: 36v power supply
- Target environment: indoors
This is my cnc router. I built it by following the book/plans from buildyourcnc.com. I'm very happy with the results. I've still got a few modifications left to do on it. For instance, I have new acme lead screws for all three axis, limit switches and control switches that I haven't added yet. So far I've only cut out a few parts from MDF and plywood. I have a few large hdpe plastic cutting boards that I route into robot parts as well.
- close up of gantry
- computer, breakout board, drivers, power supply
- breakout board, drivers, power suppy
- router
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 12:11
Massive yes!
Pretty nice build, oh I wish I had a garrage :)
Now you only need to add a 3D printer and a laser cutter to your workshop to be able to build almost anything ;)
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 18:07
Yes... that would be
Yes... that would be awesome! :) I do plan on building a 3D printer in the next month or so. I see you've started a Prusa. That's the direction I'm leaning as well, although I'll probably go with a kit from MakerGear or something similar as I don't know anyone local with a printer. After that, I need to find a good diy laser cutter...
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 18:13
Since you are in the US ...
... I guess any US guy is kind of local to you, at least you don't need to ship overseas :)
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 18:24
True, shipping is something
True, shipping is something I take for granted. I guess that's one of the issues 3D printers as a whole can help to alleviate. Exciting times...
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 09:48
That is one massive
That is one massive machine!
Looks sturdy and well built with a proper router and not just a Dremel.
Great work!
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 17:56
Thanks! I have plans to
Thanks! I have plans to upgrade the router mount so that I can hold just the main motor housing. That way I can mount the router without the attached base. That should cut down on the weight the z axis has to support. It will also give me some options for designing a better vacuum attachment.
@ Tue, 2011-11-22 05:33
I like it ! Video in action
I like it ! Video in action is a must :)
@ Wed, 2011-11-23 17:57
I posted up a video I took
I posted up a video I took the other week. It's not the best, but you can get the general idea. :)