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[joecnc2006]

Well I have been working on other projects other than just the LL Projectors, For those of you who are not in chat (where i have talked about it) here is the rundown.

First of all i had build a simple and cheap CNC Machine for one purpose only, to be able to machine parts for my New CNC Machine I am building now.

here is the 1st machine..

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[joecnc2006]

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[joecnc2006]

OK now that I built the 1st one I was able to learn the software and working of CNC, then came the task of drawing up plans, I got a set of free plans, but the machine was for an CNC machine that had an even smaller cutting area than the 1st one i built this would not do me, so I sat Down and redrew it all to a much larger machine, This one will have a cutting area of around 25"x45" (to be finally determaned when finished). After I got it all modeled the way I wanted it came the task of starting to manufacture all the parts.

So now here are the parts I have dome thus far for your enjoyment and questions are open. Here is a screen capture of the model.

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[joecnc2006]

Now I will try to post the pics in an order of build if possible. and also one ot two from 1st machine making parts.

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[joecnc2006]

more pics

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[joecnc2006]

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[joecnc2006]

Here is the Gantry, second pic you can see it sitting on my 1st one for size.

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[joecnc2006]

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[joecnc2006]

and now this is what i have as of today.

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[joecnc2006]

Here is the Solid works file saved as an e-drawing that you can view 360deg. You can compair it to the pics above and see the identifying parts.

You will need the solid works free e-drawing viewer from here.

http://www.solidworks.com/pages/products/e.../eDrawings.html


And Link to my e-drawing

http://www.lumenlab.com/~joe2000chevy/CNC/...NC_Machine.EASM

Thanks, Joe

[scubasteve2365]

good <bleep> joe .....

out of curiosity, how deep/wide/long will your first machine cut??

how much did it cost??

Is your second machine using the same motors/stepper controllers, rails ect (basically have you just milled out a new frame/table of your new machine?)

[joecnc2006]

good <bleep> joe .....

out of curiosity, how deep/wide/long will your first machine cut??

how much did it cost??

Is your second machine using the same motors/stepper controllers, rails ect (basically have you just milled out a new frame/table of your new machine?)

When i measure it is Solidworks it works out to be 27" x 45 x 4"

Right now i have about 120.00 into it as you see it sitting.

I am going to try to use the same motors, The controlor board yes will be the same.

Also after i have it done, I will be able to cut a Kit for others who might be inetrested in building one, and they can have some place to go to for help from someone who has already built this CNC machine and see it in action.


Joe

[scubasteve2365]

So you are considering offering your better machine as a kit ......

Oddly though your first machine seems to be made of metal, obviously it doesnt have as wide a cut as your newer design, but it seems to be more proffesional and longer lasting ...

did you just convert something over with that first machine ...

sorry for the newb question, im just finding it difficult to find a place to jump in with both feet!!

[joecnc2006]

So you are considering offering your better machine as a kit ......

Oddly though your first machine seems to be made of metal, obviously it doesnt have as wide a cut as your newer design, but it seems to be more proffesional and longer lasting ...

did you just convert something over with that first machine ...

sorry for the newb question, im just finding it difficult to find a place to jump in with both feet!!

Sure no problem with questions that how we all learn, no the 1st machine is all wood, just painted parts with alumn hammered paint but then gave up on that because i wanted to finish it to get going on the better one, (Kinda like the old days make a machine to build a better machine). Yes I will be offering a Kit of the New Machine, It is a very solid construction.

[Register Nowneda_*]

Fantastice pictures and work done on this project Joe. Thanks for your patience and for answering all the questions, in chat and in here.

You know that this is something that I really want, so all you need to do is tell me where to send the money and I'm lined up for a kit

[Psylynt]

That's awesome Joe!!! I was wondering what a good DIY project would be to tackle next since my PJ is just about complete. Thanks to you, looks like I may have one. Awesome.

Edit: Curious, you wouldn't happen to be near the Dallas area would ya Joe?

This post has been edited by Psylynt: Apr 21 2005, 02:49 PM

[joecnc2006]

That's awesome Joe!!!  I was wondering what a good DIY project would be to tackle next since my PJ is just about complete.  Thanks to you, looks like I may have one.    Awesome. 

Edit:  Curious, you wouldn't happen to be near the Dallas area would ya Joe?

I live in San Antonio

[joecnc2006]

Here is a final drawing of what it is going to look like..

and if you have the Solidworks free e-drawing viewer you can view a 360 deg. of it here.....

http://www.lumenlab.com/~joe2000chevy/cnc/...NC_Machine.EASM

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[Hyper Smiley]

This is something I have a strong interest in. Is that the same kit from HobbyCNC? There are a lot of things I've thought about doing with automation. Cutting materials in contruction of buildings, making printed circuit boards, mural painting, thermal cutting with nichrome wire, electronics pick and place assembly with machine vision... The possibilities are endless. It's a great DIY project that could get people into their own business at a comparatively low cost to commercial systems with more configurability. I like how you said "make a machine to build a better machine". Oh! What software do you use for CNC? Programming in windows is one of my biggest weak points, and I don't see myself ever programming for it.

Almost forgot! I just recently tried soldering aluminum with Alumite that I got off ebay to try. It works really well for those interested.

Anyone happen to know the history of C.N.C.? And know the defacto standard for that acronym? There's so many variants out there that make it more complicated than LED. It'd be nice to be able to search for three letter acronyms here.

This post has been edited by Hyper Smiley: Apr 22 2005, 11:24 AM

[joecnc2006]

This is something I have a strong interest in. Is that the same kit from HobbyCNC? There are a lot of things I've thought about doing with automation. Cutting materials in contruction of buildings, making printed circuit boards, mural painting, thermal cutting with nichrome wire, electronics pick and place assembly with machine vision... The possibilities are endless.  It's a great DIY project that could get people into their own business at a comparatively low cost to commercial systems with more configurability. I like how you said "make a machine to build a better machine".  Oh! What software do you use for CNC? Programming in windows is one of my biggest weak points, and I don't see myself ever programming for it.

Almost forgot! I just recently tried soldering aluminum with Alumite that I got off ebay to try. It works really well for those interested.

Anyone happen to know the history of C.N.C.? And know the defacto standard for that acronym? There's so many variants out there that make it more complicated than LED.  It'd be nice to be able to search for three letter acronyms here.

Glad to hear you interested in CNC Machine (Computer Numericaly Comtrolled), Yes this New machine I am building will be what is called on a shoe string budget, However will also be a stout machine. Now it is not made to cut steel or anything like that, but it will be able to cut better and more perciece than my 1st machine.

Yes the board i have is from Hobbycnc.com, Dave there is very helpful as well as he has a user group just for hobbycnc on yahoo which is very active and you can get help there with simple search, But the with the step by step instructions that come with it, I did not need help, But saince i have done it i can help here also.

I am Using EMC with linux, I know nothing about Linux so i was leary of using it, There is a Special Linux install called BDI-4.20 i believe is the latest, (Brain Dead Install (they also have an IRC channel you can get on to get instant help)) I made a Dual boot on a machine, Loaded the DBI and edited the ini file for the CNC software, and works like a charm. (Not bad for free) the closet Windows Base Program I found that woorks as well as EMC is MACH2 and MACH3 which sells for 150.00, IMO those two are the leading Software to use in the Hobby world, (Hobby: meaning Home use as well as light commercial).

Yes the Uses for the CNC machine are only limited to Size of cutting area (Thats why I'm building this one with a cutting area of about 27" x 45 x 4") and it is also limited to ones imagination

I am Hopping to see alot of Interest from people here as maybe their Next project, and also Maybe Use it to Build a better projector for themselves.

I will be Offering a Kit For this new machine after i build it, and test its performance, (I really have no doubt it will work well)

Thanks, Joe

[HomeCNC]

Good job Joe! Art who made Mach 1,2,3 based the code from EMC. He wanted a Windows type program as good as EMC, and he succeeded!

On my g-code post you used a simulator on my code. What was the simulator called?

[foamcows]

put me on the list Joe, I would love to have one of these, maybe 2, one for me and one for my dad.

[foamcows]

i would really only need the wood, and then instructions on where to find the other parts, I would hate to pay for shipping twice and have you go through more work than you have to

[joecnc2006]

Good job Joe!  Art who made Mach 1,2,3 based the code from EMC.  He wanted a Windows type program as good as EMC, and he succeeded!

On my g-code post you used a simulator on my code.  What was the simulator called?

http://www.metacut.com/

try this one its works good.

[joecnc2006]

i would really only need the wood, and then instructions on where to find the other parts, I would hate to pay for shipping twice and have you go through more work than you have to

Yes FoamCows thats my plan to include the wood and the plastic (UHMW) adjustment blocks and the bearing assembly, the pipes, any angle iron can be baught at any harware store. that way shipping is cut down in price.