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![DIY Embroidery Machine V2](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8630.jpg?t=1560204694)
Build Author
sausagePaws
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1742565
DIY Embroidery Machine V2
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My second attempt at an affordable sewing machine embroidery add on. This one uses readily available electronics modules and 3D printable parts where possible.
![BlackBox Motion Control System](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8320.jpg?t=1568566381)
Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
74512
BlackBox Motion Control System
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The Openbuilds BlackBox is a new system evolved around a set of subsystems that cover more than just control and also more than just CNC type applications! With a plug-and-play easy connection system this controller can be used with ease, without sacrificing power.
![Embroidery machine with XY belt and pinion drive.](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/0/691.jpg?t=1398202839)
Build Author
sausagePaws
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73084
Embroidery machine with XY belt and pinion drive.
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A simple Embroidery machine using an XY belt and pinion drive to drive a hoop under a standard sewing machine. Needle timing, machine power and stepper control are all provided by a PIC processor. A tablet provides the higher level formatting required for communicating with the PIC chip.
![Standalone Torch Height Controller for CNC Plasma Cutting](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/9/9571.jpg?t=1601852808)
Build Author
Retsaj
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53151
Standalone Torch Height Controller for CNC Plasma Cutting
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A Torch Height Controller helps improve plasma cut quality and can save a CNC Machine from crashing. This design doesn't require you to know electronics or need any custom circuits... Its plug and play! This is a COMPLETELY standalone controller with a built-in Driver powerful enough to run just about any stepper motor. (maybe a little to powerful for a NEMA17)
Software speed control of a brushless dc (Bldc) motor from Mach3.
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/295.jpg?t=0)
Although this build is typically Mach3 related there is no reason it cannot be adapted for use with any machine control software which provides a PWM spindle control output. As an addition, an option has now been added which will enable the interface to manually control outrunner speed without the need for a PWM signal.
![Mini Kossel V-Slot 3D Printer](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/0/720.jpg?t=1401248501)
Build Author
UltiBots
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30835
Mini Kossel V-Slot 3D Printer
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This build is very straight forward. The design is simple. There is a great support community for Delta 3D printers.
![INTERFACE CNC Touch Control System](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/9/9688.jpg?t=1608057066)
Build Author
OpenBuilds
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23065
INTERFACE CNC Touch Control System
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Super cool standalone Human-Machine Interface for controlling your CNC machines!
![Rawcnc 1.5 Desktop Edition](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/5/5771.jpg?t=1529849503)
Build Author
roadss
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23052
Rawcnc 1.5 Desktop Edition
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This will showcase the build of my Rawcnc 1.5. A rigid cnc router from the Swedish company Rawcnc, featuring a rather cool linear motion system, rack & pinion and steel reinforced X-axis capable of milling aluminum.
![BlackBox X32](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/10/10381.jpg?t=1669208741)
Build Author
OpenBuilds
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18729
BlackBox X32
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The next level of CNC motion control solutions. Packed with advanced new features and built on the reliability of the proven BlackBox system
![CNC Control Box with VFD etc etc](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/4/4354.jpg?t=1486815770)
Build Author
Savvas
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16551
CNC Control Box with VFD etc etc
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I'm currently working on the CNC control box, before doing any future work on the CNC Mountain Machine. I want the controller to be future proof and as professional as I can manage. I am planning to use stepper drivers, PSU's, a motor contactor unit to turn everything on, as well as a VFD and proximity limits switches. Each video will document the process and steps involved in researching, designing, planning and assembling a controller. I am not a natural electrician so learning as I go.
![M Cubed 3 Axis Bluetooth CNC Controller](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/1/1648.jpg?t=1423954156)
Build Author
M^3
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16468
M Cubed 3 Axis Bluetooth CNC Controller
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Low cost, Bluetooth enabled, 3 axis CNC controller. GRBL 0.9 compatible.
![Cut To Length Machine](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/1/1749.jpg?t=1423405435)
Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
14671
Cut To Length Machine
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A Cut To Length machine controlled by computer
![Gantry Type CNC with Makita Router](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/5/5051.jpg?t=1494965871)
Build Author
Rick Holder
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13822
Gantry Type CNC with Makita Router
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=1389472260)
The machine has met and exceeded my expectations on repeatability and accuracy. Cost was approx £600 including the Windows tablet.
![PiDuinoCNC Controller](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/3/3091.jpg?t=1456136696)
Build Author
David Arroyo
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13552
PiDuinoCNC Controller
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Using a Raspberry Pi, Arduino and a Protoneer CNC Shield to create an Open Source CNC router controller. It will be equipped with a touch screen to control the on board processor. The touch screen will run a user interface that has buttons for added functionality. There will be a camera for monitoring progress from inside my office. The control box will also feature a way to power the vacuum and spindle/router . I will also be able to monitor room temp as well as Pi CPU temps and averages.
![CNC xPRO V4](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8031.jpg?t=1544588533)
Build Author
Spark Concepts
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13491
CNC xPRO V4
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Take your build to the next level with the CNC xPRO V4!
![GTC2020](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/9/9100.jpg?t=1580207267)
Build Author
GinoTheCop
Views
13330
GTC2020
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
A 1000 by 1000 CNC Router with linear rails and a control box.
Tall OX
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After completing a standard OX build, I found I didn't have enough Z-clearance and designed a set of taller gantry plates
![Lead1500 Plasma Table w/THC](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/10/10341.jpg?t=1672260945)
Build Author
Jason Moore
Views
10442
Lead1500 Plasma Table w/THC
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/303.jpg?t=0)
lead machine plasma table with Black Box, and Torch Height Control
1000 x 1000 Workbee powered by X controller
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A standard 1000x1000 Workbee powered by an X-controller using a Hitachi router
![Hobby OX CNC](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/4/4058.jpg?t=1477275820)
Build Author
Krishnakumar
Views
7326
Hobby OX CNC
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=1389472260)
This "hobby OX" CNC is built for multiple purposes such as cutting and engraving various materials, laser etching and cutting, etc... Its a great platform for hobby enthusiasts like me where this machine can be used for so many different purposes effectively and efficiently!
![Remote Controlled Robot Spider(Teaching Tool)](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/3/3971.jpg?t=1474380304)
Build Author
Jose A. Molina
Views
6024
Remote Controlled Robot Spider(Teaching Tool)
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This Project is meant to teach introductory robotics and arduino styled micro-controllers to HS and MS students.
![Laser Displacement Golf Ball Scanner](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8728.jpg?t=1564151634)
Build Author
James Evanko
Views
5616
Laser Displacement Golf Ball Scanner
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Getting an accurate scan of a golf ball can be difficult with general-purpose 3D scanners. This purpose-built golf ball scanner uses a very accurate Keyence LK-081 laser displacement sensor with an Open Builds linear actuator for the vertical axis and a Sherline CNC rotary table for the turntable. Scan detail is determined by the sample step size and can be set arbitrarily based on desired scan time.
![Motion control camera slider based on the V-Slot® NEMA 17 Linear Actuator Bundle (Belt Driven)](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6989.jpg?t=1522940325)
Build Author
Tommy Williamson
Views
5517
Motion control camera slider based on the V-Slot® NEMA 17 Linear Actuator Bundle (Belt Driven)
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I built a motion control camera slider with the V-Slot® NEMA 17 Linear Actuator Bundle (Belt Driven)
![Miter Saw Stop Block](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6506.jpg?t=1518645861)
Build Author
rkugler
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5396
Miter Saw Stop Block
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Just starting a miter saw stop system. Any suggestions appreciated.
![Ooznest WorkBee 1000mm x 1000mm Screw Driven](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/7/7043.jpg?t=1524235621)
Build Author
Hussein Dermay
Views
5377
Ooznest WorkBee 1000mm x 1000mm Screw Driven
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I have decided to buy and build the ooznest workbee screw driven cnc (1000x1000) and also decided to use some plates and extrusions from the ox cnc. I will never use two machines anyway and hoping to build a strong base for the workbee.
![OxZilla](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/3/3025.jpg?t=1451364835)
Build Author
Gary Bonard
Views
5194
OxZilla
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
This is my second Ox with a working area of 14" x 14" x 5" I wanted to build a small sturdy potable CNC router and this OxZilla has the nice upgrades !
Controlbox for a CNC Router
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A Controlbox for my CNC-Router, containing stepper-drivers, Planet-CNC MK3 Controller and a Controlpanel with joysticks.
![OpenCase Mounting Kit](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/7/7820.jpg?t=1542035748)
Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
5094
OpenCase Mounting Kit
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The OpenCase Mounting Kit makes wire management quick and easy!
C-Beam for lithophanes
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First venture into cnc machining I decided on the C-Beam .
![the Feedback Fractal project](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8139.jpg?t=1546966147)
Build Author
Cortellini
Views
4602
the Feedback Fractal project
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The Story of the Scecina Memorial High School 1510 BUILD will unfold through a series of 10 minute Episodes. Each episode will consist of video showing how to assemble some aspect of the 1510 overlaid with a discussion about Technology, Art, Philosophy... and Life the Universe and Everything. Episode two is soon to follow. If sufficient interest ensues, the episodes may continue beyond the building of the 1510 to relate its use in the making of the Art.
M10CUBE PICO CNC. A Universal Controller
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An attempt is to be a Unified Modular Controller based on M10CUBE platform. For GRBLHAL and MARLINHAL applications. HAL porting is under way 1 - WIZnet Pico Clone W5100S-EVB-Pico 2 v- 6 X StepStick. Not sure about the sixth driver, (Pico pins limitation) . External connectors for larger drivers 3 - Opto - isolated spindle PWM. 4 - HMI 5 - I/O on diferent modules and Ethernet 10MBPS communication. Patches will be written to GRBLHAL for Ethernet I/Os (Interrupted).
![MPG Jog Controller for CNC xPRO](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8235.jpg?t=1549135510)
Build Author
Spark Concepts
Views
4367
MPG Jog Controller for CNC xPRO
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Been playing around with an MPG Jogwheel
![CNC ESS Controls System](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8144.jpg?t=1548191018)
Build Author
Jacob Lotter
Views
4161
CNC ESS Controls System
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My Controls box to run my Workbee 1510 That was retrofitted with Lead Screws as well as Lineal Bearings. The stock electrical configuration was not enough, so here are the Measures that I took to not only make this machine Run again, but to have fun with it, and make this system be able to run any CNC I run in the future with the installed microcontroller.
![OX with a Custom Electronics Case](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/3/3579.jpg?t=1466441316)
Build Author
eddyg
Views
4139
OX with a Custom Electronics Case
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
Embarking on my first build and trying to start with a clean setup by creating an enclosure box for my controllers and power supply.
Plasma CNC machine
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images_nondefault/s/0/303.jpg?t=1451692706)
The plasma CNC that I have built has a water table that measures 1350mm x 650mm. The water is flooded onto the cut area while cutting and recycled around with a pump. This is to reduce smoke, cool the metal being cut to reduce distortion and also to keep sparks to a minimum. Most of the machine has been made from aluminium , the frame and table from steel, the water table, stainless steel.
![PeeNaPle_V1.4b](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/9/9470.jpg?t=1597368590)
Build Author
Crazzy French Dude
Views
3797
PeeNaPle_V1.4b
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PeeNaPle_V1.4b is a BoB controller board for 3D Printers, CnC and cartesian machine, using the latest Teensy_4.1
![OTiS 500mm](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6701.jpg?t=1519787862)
Build Author
jz321
Views
3571
OTiS 500mm
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
OTiS (Off The Shelf) is 500mm cartesian CNC that can be built with all off the shelf parts from OpenBuildsStore. It features C-Beam actuators and a V-Slot frame.
![Opening into doors](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6336.jpg?t=1517233364)
Build Author
ShockingTops
Views
3529
Opening into doors
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
Construction of a CNC table for a specific project that could cut an area larger than a door (>8'x4'). Much thought went into how to avoid the weight of the gantry bending the (long) Y axis, whilst still keeping down the complexity and cost.
![Touch screen macro imaging](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/7/7594.jpg?t=1536778987)
Build Author
stepper
Views
3288
Touch screen macro imaging
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/295.jpg?t=0)
This is a brief overview of the build of my macro imaging slide.
Generic 6 Axis Controller
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
Generic 6 Axis (Stepper) Controller
Fully 3D Printed Small CNC Router/Plotter
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/278.jpg?t=1389472431)
3D Printed CNC machine. The build is on Thingiverse. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3842401 I posted it here to give props to the Openbuilds Control Software!
![Ball Trajectory Machine](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/7/7887.jpg?t=1542989748)
Build Author
James Evanko
Views
3086
Ball Trajectory Machine
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/295.jpg?t=0)
Need to build a machine that accurately positions objects for processing by a computer vision algorithm? Here is an example of a machine that does that for a ball trajectory application. The black anodized V-rails work well for applications in optics and imaging where the machine needs to stay out of the limelight.
Modular Controller PCBs
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/295.jpg?t=0)
This is a build still in the prototype stage. The initial design is being used to control a 4 axis sample change, but the PCBs when finalized will be able to be adapted as a convenient way to wire stepper (or eventually hybrid stepper) drivers to which ever controller you happen to be using. Current developments center around an Arduino Mega, although more interfaces are planned in the future. The main design centers around the use of Phoenix Connectors.
![Sherline C-Beam with Offline Controller and MPG](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/7/7885.jpg?t=1542939611)
Build Author
James Evanko
Views
3013
Sherline C-Beam with Offline Controller and MPG
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This is a C-Beam based router with V-rails used for the bed, a Sherline spindle with Jacobs chuck, closed loop stepper motors on every axis and an offline 4-axis CNC controller. A U-channel was created to guide the drag chain on the X-axis.
Rotary axis for Workbee
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=1389472260)
Adding a rotary axis to the Workbee 1010. Including height modifications to the Workbee.
![Inverted Y C-Beam Machine](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6556.jpg?t=1519012726)
Build Author
bpatterson42
Views
2421
Inverted Y C-Beam Machine
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Similar to C-Beam Machine build, but with inverted Y-axis assembly to shield drive screw. Integrated XZ gantry can be fixed to any solid surface. Build dimensions are 36" x 36" x 6".
![Bee the Boss](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/8/8334.jpg?t=1558487150)
Build Author
Stan Howe
Views
2380
Bee the Boss
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
The frame of the CNC is going to to Bee a basic Work Bee with maybe 1 modification to the spoil board attachment. This will be located on a custom bench housing the electronics and vacuum. I plan to install Stepper online steppers, drivers, power supplies, and break out board. I will add a 1.5 KW water cooled spindle, with a radiator. The fans from the radiator will pull air from a filtered enclosure for all the electronics.
![C-Beam Kyo Sphinx 10060](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_images/l/6/6635.jpg?t=1519552988)
Build Author
Sprags
Views
1874
C-Beam Kyo Sphinx 10060
![](https://openbuilds.com/data/article_cat_images/s/0/286.jpg?t=0)
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