Welcome to Our Community

Some features disabled for guests. Register Today.

Mark Carew
Last Activity:
Mar 27, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Joined:
Jun 28, 2013
Messages:
2,742
Likes Received:
2,407
Trophy Points:
113
Gallery:
25
Albums:
2
Resources:
28
Projects:
32
Gender:
Male
Home Page:
Location:
NJ
Occupation:
Works at OpenBuilds

Share This Page

Mark Carew

OpenBuilds Team, Male, from NJ

Staff Member Moderator Builder Resident Builder

Making the future! May 8, 2020

Mark Carew was last seen:
Mar 27, 2024 at 2:55 PM
    1. Joseph D Bacino
      Joseph D Bacino
      Is there a quick link somewhere on the site to the CAD files for the Openbuild parts?
      1. Gary Caruso
        Gary Caruso
        Hi Joseph, you can see at the bottom of most product pages there is a CAD link.
        Cheers
        Gary
        Dec 25, 2019
      2. MaryD
    2. Benfish65
      Benfish65
      Mark, I sent a email but haven’t heard anything back yet.

      Does the machine come with everything you need?
      On the C-Beam options is shows that there is a control board that is out of stock. If I buy the machine, what control comes with it?
      Do you sell the water cooled spindles?
      Do you offer free shipping
      If I’m close to you can I pick up the package to save on shipping cost?
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hello @Benfish65 Thank you for contacting me. It looks like the Part Store Team is reaching out to you on this as we speak, but I can say that there is a wiring video in the works for the the C-Beam Machine and the BlackBox! It should be available soon. Thank you and all the best with your Build.
        Oct 7, 2019
    3. vze2pm3q
      vze2pm3q
      Hey Mark, I'm building an c-beam plate maker cnc, but my Z-axis doesn't seem like it'll go low enough to touch thespoiler board. Any suggestions
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hello, yes you can cut and lower the 2 side columns to the height you need. All the best with your build!
        May 15, 2019
    4. jamin35008
      jamin35008
      I'm very new to all this. Considering this package: black rails, wiring kit, NEMA high torque motors, power bundle, thinking of opting for blackbox controller, and the dust shoe. I'm thinking of purchasing Vcarve to complement the LEAD 1010 along with using openbuilds software. Would you mind letting me know if this is everything I would need to get started? Do instructions for assembly come with the build?
      1. View previous comments...
      2. jamin35008
        jamin35008
        Hey RC. I searched for this on the Xcarve Facebook page and found a topic that discusses this with several people and they all say that they have moved their machine after it was assembled. With that I'm probably going to assemble mine inside and move it outside after its done.
        Feb 28, 2019
        RCNunya likes this.
      3. RCNunya
        RCNunya
        Did you decide on ordering the blackbox controller?
        Mar 1, 2019
      4. jamin35008
        jamin35008
        Yes. I'm going to. From what I've been reading it will have enough power to handle the high torque stepper motors.
        Mar 1, 2019
        MaryD likes this.
    5. Derek Boreman
      Derek Boreman
      Mark I seen you replied to someone about a phone number for support in April of last year. I am looking to buy the Lead Machine and I’d like to purchase it through your eBay store as I have a PayPal offer that expires tonight at midnight.

      Any chance you know how to make that happen?

      I’ve emailed the parts store. Sent a message of Facebook, and filled out a contact form.

      I have until midnight to make the order.
      1. MaryD
        MaryD
        This is the proper way to contact support. You've done all the right things. If you are not getting a timely response, please let me know.
        Jan 22, 2019
        Mark Carew likes this.
    6. Dzzoner
      Dzzoner
      Can you recommend a C-Beam Linear Actuator Bundle that has been used or would work well for the original OX build? I am looking for an upgrade from mine that would give me a stiffer z axes. Has anyone done this?.
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Jan 20, 2019
    7. jw42lee
      jw42lee
      @Mark Carew Hello Mark, So we decided to go with the bigger size V Wheels than the mini wheels. However I have one question about the wheels. Are these V Wheels corrosion resistant and is it okay for to be used outdoor?
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hello, The plastic can be compromised if using conventional oil, so be sure that only silicone is used. You should be able to use them outdoors as the FarmBot guys do this for their framing robot and it seems to be working just fine. Testing would be your best bet to see if this works for you. All the best with your Build, please be sure to share so we all learn from one another.
        Dec 8, 2018
    8. lismont
      lismont
      I use the soft "PROCESSING" to control my table.
      I have an "openbuilds 1050 XYZ".
      I would like a list of possible commands between PROCESSING and the XPRO card.
      For example "$ H" allows me to do a homing etc ....
      Thanks for your help.

      Greetings
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Oct 31, 2018
      2. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        menu is on the right of the page
        Oct 31, 2018
      3. lismont
        lismont
        Thank you so match excuse for my English
        Oct 31, 2018
    9. FBELL
      FBELL
      Congratulations on the work, thank you for your support and successes. Greetings from my QTH Brazil .
      1. Mark Carew and MaryD like this.
    10. jw42lee
      jw42lee
      Hello Mark, I am currently assembling Delrin Mini V Wheel Kit on a M5 screw and I have 8x5x1 precision shims on both sides of the wheel. When i tighten the assembly and roll the wheels, it makes clicking noise,which makes me think that the shims rubbing against the outer rim of the wheel bearing. Is there a way to fix this problem? Perhaps smaller OD shims? I have a shim in between the bearings
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hello @jw42lee this clicking noise I believe is actually a bad bearing. I have had this happen in the past and that usually the case and happens from time to time in manufacturing. Please reach out the OpenBuilds Part Store Team with your order # and they will get you taken care right away. http://support.openbuilds.com/support/home
        Oct 3, 2018
        jw42lee likes this.
      2. jw42lee
        jw42lee
        @Mark Carew Thank you for your reply! I will follow up with the post if further assistance is needed.
        Oct 4, 2018
        FBELL and Mark Carew like this.
      3. jw42lee
        jw42lee
        @Mark Carew Hello Mark, So we decided to go with the bigger size V Wheels than the mini wheels. However I have one question about the wheels. Are these V Wheels corrosion resistant and is it okay for to be used outdoor?
        Oct 26, 2018
    11. frankrcfcfb
      frankrcfcfb
      I've got the original Phlatprinter. But it's getting tired. Any "Kit's" available to replace it?
      1. MaryD likes this.
      2. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hi Frank, thats awesome! At the moment no, but it is a project that I have in the cue to remake using the OpenBuilds system
        Sep 28, 2018
        frankrcfcfb likes this.
      3. frankrcfcfb
        frankrcfcfb
        That's great. Even a different version would work for sure. Got to feed my habit lol
        Sep 28, 2018
    12. gibson
      gibson
      hi mark is there a way to hook up a dust boot on this model so its stationary
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hi Gibson - OpenBuilds is working on a design for a nice dust boot, but in the meantime check out the one at KentCNC - https://www.kentcnc.net/nc
        Sep 22, 2018
        gibson likes this.
    13. foamflyer45
      foamflyer45
      Hi Mark, This is Ernie. I'm having a problem with my Phlatprinter 3. When I send a job, it starts ripping the foam in a diagonal all the way across the FFF. Tried a test simple 2 inch square drawing and does the same. I can jog the machine via the controller software in every direction. I need your help in trouble shooting this issue. Thanks [email protected].
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hi Ernie, Awesome to hear your running the Phlatprinter! I will look at your email today and see if I can figure out what may be happening. Good to hear from you brother!
        Sep 18, 2018
    14. Mark Carew
      Mark Carew
      Hey guys I am going into radio silence for a bit as we are working on some exciting new things we can wait to share! Stay tuned
    15. lumber60
      lumber60
      What do i do next. I built my machine and don;t know how to connect it to my laptop. I used a db25-1205 bob with a uc100 adapter to usb and connected to laptop. What do i do next???
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Congratulations on completing your machine build @lumber60 ! Your best bet at thins time would be to jump right in to the awesome resources that is OpenBuilds forum and talk to others about your build. A good thread to strike up a conversion maybe related to your questions may be in the software section. https://openbuilds.com/forums/#software.23
        Apr 7, 2018
      2. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        You can also Share your Build and have a place to talk to other directly about your particular machine. This is a great way to help others learn from your journey. Share you Build here: https://openbuilds.com/builds/submit-new-build
        Apr 7, 2018
        MaryD likes this.
    16. Navaneethan
      Navaneethan
      HI Mark,

      I am a novice to CNC and would like to build a pen plotter cam laser cutter in one machine. I am looking forward for your help in getting me understand things . Any beginners things to go through or stuff like that?
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Mar 23, 2018
      2. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        I think the ACRO may be just what you are looking for :)
        Mar 23, 2018
    17. drfirew
      drfirew
      Hello Mark,

      I had XPRO V3 working fine, until this afternoon. I was configuring homing settings and after making necessary changes to grbl config.h file and compiled it in Arduino, I was flushing the .hex file to my XPRO board, when suddenly all the light on the board turned off and I can only see the 5V green LED, and flickering green LED on the USB port on the board.
      1. View previous comments...
      2. drfirew
        drfirew
        Turned all powers off and reconnect all cables and tried to power on the board, but there is only the 5V green LED, this time this is from 24V reaching the board. Other than that no LED of the motors is on, lifeless. Universal GCode sender, connects to the port but grbl information is not replied.

        I am posting this to others too, as I am a bit panicking.

        Help, please.
        Feb 19, 2018
      3. MaryD
        MaryD
        @drfirew for prompt assistance, please post this question directly on the forum rather than to individuals. You'll get a ton more responses and others will also see this and get the help they need with same/similar issues. Thanks.
        Feb 20, 2018
        drfirew likes this.
      4. drfirew
        drfirew
        @MaryD I have learned quickly and have done exactly that. Thank you.
        Feb 20, 2018
    18. Praveen Jain
      Praveen Jain
      Hi Mark,

      So I am a senior in college doing mechanical engineering. For one of your projects, I was thinking of using your project "v-slot linear actuator". I just had one question but the accuracy of the system. How accurate do you think we would be able to control the linear position of the trolley on the linear rail?
      1. MaryD
        MaryD
        Jan 24, 2018
    19. Smfuller
      Smfuller
      Hi mark building my first machine need some cam help on a project i eould like to do any suggestions
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hello Smfuller, welcome to OpenBuilds!
        Sure I would say it really depends on if you mainly want to do 2D cut out s and pocketing or full on 3D relief type carvings. Have a look at Vectics products and compare - http://www.vectric.com/products/compare.html
        Jan 19, 2018
      2. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Jan 19, 2018
        Smfuller likes this.
    20. chingu
      chingu
      Hey Mark, I am new to the CNC community. I was looking at buying a C-Beam and was wondering if this build would be OK to use a laser diode down the road and alternate between them? And would I need to change out anything on the machine in order to do this i.e. boards, frame work etc;
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Welcome to the awesome OpenBuilds community! Yes I see no reason why you could not attach a laser diode down the road if you would like to, in fact guys here do it all the time in that they have both diodes as well as mills on the same machine. Hope this helps and we look forward to your Build, please share.
        Nov 26, 2017
    21. ke1th
      ke1th
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Thank you Keith
        Nov 20, 2017
    22. CharlieShimota
      CharlieShimota
      Hi Mark, I'm just getting started with DIY CNC machines and love all the info here at Openbuilds. I want to build a machine similar to the Ox you did but I'll have to do it in increments. Do you think I could use Corian (a solid surface counter-top material) to make the plates, it's 1/2 inch thick, very sturdy and machines nicely. Thanks, I'm chompin at the bit to get started!
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Awesome idea and I think it would work great! I would love to see this build so please be sure to share. Thank you
        Nov 20, 2017
    23. RedGreen
      RedGreen
      Hi Mark, I'm a newbie, can you tell me how do I build from scratch and make sure I got all the part I need ?
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        Hi @RedGreen Welcome to the OpenBuilds club and to the world of CNC machines! You found the right place to start. Just pick a machine you would like to build and join in on the discussions on the Builds page (tab at the top of the build). There are lots of great folks ready to help you get up and running. Have fun :)
        Nov 2, 2017
    24. Liam Oakley
      Liam Oakley
      Hi Mark, would you like my Solidworks model of the ACRO Laser system?
      1. MaryD
        MaryD
        Oct 9, 2017
    25. Michael Dwyer
      Michael Dwyer
      Mark,

      I love the MiniMill and plan to purchase the build kit. However, I am already interested in increasing the X axis travel and thought about purchasing a longer piece of C-beam and longer lead screw to do so. What is the maximum you think can be supported off of the Y axis travel C-beam without changing the entire design. I'm willing to purchase reinforcement pieces as necessary.

      Thanks,
      Michael Dwyer
      1. MaryD
        MaryD
        Oct 5, 2017
    26. Subzero_01
      Subzero_01
      Hello Mark,
      Strange that I can not find anything here on site about pending laser engraver release?
      No news, nothing.
      Do you have any date, anything?
      Power, size?
      // Oliver
      1. MaryD
        MaryD
        More details coming this week...
        Sep 6, 2017
        Mark Carew likes this.
    27. Mark Carew
      Mark Carew
      Friday is fun project day!
    28. Subzero_01
      Subzero_01
      Hello,
      Need some advice regarding choosing between C- Beam XL or OX.
      Plans are to later add 17W diode laser on Z axis.
      Which one is to preffer. If I choose OX I will almost att once change it to OX Metal with lead screws so cost will be the same.
      I do not like belts on any machine.
      All tips are wellcome.
      // Oliver
      1. Mark Carew
        Mark Carew
        It sounds like your best set up right out of the gate would be to go with the lead screw driven C-Beam XL if you are wanting a lead driven machine to work with a diode this should work well for you. You can always use it to make plates as well if you decide to go with a larger machine down the road.
        Aug 28, 2017
        Subzero_01 likes this.
    29. GeoffH
      GeoffH
      Changed the 250mm supports with 400mm c-beam, accurately cut by Ooznest (no filing, thank God), now I have great Z travel on the XLarge.
      1. Mark Carew and Ryan Lock like this.
    30. GeoffH
      GeoffH
      Hi, I purchased a C-Beam XLarge kit from Ooznest in the UK; very good experience and producing some really nice parts, 2d and 3d. I wonder if I could get your opinion on changing the 250mm long c-beam Posts that support the X Gantry to say 300mm in order to increase the Z travel?
      1. Ryan Lock likes this.
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • About

    Gender:
    Male
    Home Page:
    http://www.openbuilds.com
    Location:
    NJ
    Occupation:
    Works at OpenBuilds
    [​IMG]
    OpenBuilds wants to see Open Source thrive because we know this community is the answer to solving much of the worlds problems today.
    The OpenBuilds team are the founders of the Open Source hardware distributors Fair Share give back Program Pledge to simplify the process of giving back to the community from the distribution and sale of Open Source Hardware Parts. This will inevitably grown the Open Source community larger than ever before.
    We are an Open Source Hardware distribution business with the primary focus on providing accessibility to cutting edge tools & technology to anyone who has the passion, imagination, and the desire to expand the limits of what is possible.
    [​IMG]

    Interact

    Content:
    Facebook:
    openbuilds
    Twitter:
    OpenBuilds

    Signature

    [​IMG]
    Mark Carew | OpenBuilds Team
    Dream it - Build it - Share it®

    Check out OpenBuilds everywhere!

    | Instagram | YouTube | FaceBook | Twitter |
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • loading...
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice