There was a time when plotters were the pinnacle of computer graphics output. While they aren’t as common as they used to be, there are some advantages to having a plotter. [Symon] wanted a plotter and decided to make one from scratch. Truthfully, he wants to build a CNC machine, so the plotter is just a […]
LESSONS LEARNED WHILE BUILDING A DIY PEN PLOTTER Continue Reading
Having a 3D printer or a CNC machine available for projects is almost like magic. Designing parts in software and having them appear on the workbench is definitely a luxury. But for a lot of us, these tools aren’t easily available and projects that use them can be out-of-reach. That’s why one of the major
ROBOTIC PLATFORM IS OPEN SOURCED AND USER FRIENDLY Continue Reading
LED and LCD displays are a technological marvel. They’ve brought the price of televisions and monitors down to unheard-of levels since the days of CRTs, but this upside arguably comes with an aesthetic cost. When everything is covered in bland computer screens, the world tends to look a lot more monotonous. Not so several decades
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Although the widespread use of 3D printers has made things like linear bearings and leadscrews more common, you still can’t run down to your local big-box hardware store and get them. However, you can get drawer slides and any hobby shop can sell you some RC servos. That and an Arduino can make a simple and
SERVO PLOTTER NEEDS NOTHING EXOTIC Continue Reading
There are plenty of designs for table-top 3D printers, engravers, and general CNC machines out there. However, if you wanna build big things and build them fast, sometimes you need a machine that can handle bigger jobs. This gigantic 1x1x1 m 5-axis CNC machine from [Brian Brocken] absolutely fits the bill. The build relies on 3D-printed
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Around these parts, we see plenty of plotter builds. They’re a great way to learn about CNC machines and you get to have fun making pictures along the way. [Ben Lucy] was undertaking just such a build of his own, but wanted to do something standalone that served a purpose. The result is the impressive
ARDUINO PLOTS YOUR PORTRAIT WITH STYLE Continue Reading
Arduino or electronic enthusiasts searching for a new project to keep them busy this weekend may be interested in the awesome Arduino controlled CNC foam cutting machine, constructed from a variety of 3D printed parts and using an Arduino Uno and equipped with a CNC shield. “In this tutorial we will learn how to build
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Young maker and Arduino enthusiast Nikodem Bartnik has created a fantastic Arduino CNC machine by converting a Dremel cutting tool and using a selection of 3D printed parts and aluminium profiles. Components used to build the DIY Arduino CNC machine project include an Arduino Uno development board, CNC stepper shield running GRBL for control, together
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All parts were developed separately. This allowed adjustments in the assembly as well as smaller changes in case the design of one or other part become required. Focus on low cost and use of materials easily accessible in the local market. For more detail: Homemade Plotter (CNC Machine)
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I’ve seen a number of tutorials about how to build the platform for a 3-axis CNC milling machine. I have not seen anyone tackle the tricky subject of the electronics. Here now is my attempt to do so. Step 1: Parts You’ll need: – an arduino. I chose duemilanova. (depends on the board you get)
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