UPDATED DIY VERSION (I made better one): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-22mZZNXHo
I am in the process of building a homemade CNC Plasma table. This table is designed to use a 4ft by 4ft work piece and utilizes LinuxCNC software with HobbyCNC electronics. Plasma cutter is an Everlast Powerplasma 60s with machine torch. This video goes over the frame and computer mounts and motion rails that I am using for the build. The next video will cover electronics! Very fun build! Link to the sliders I used for my build from ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/CNC-Router-Plasma-Gantry-Carriage-Rail-Car-NEMA-23-motor-2×2-2×3-or-2×4/123469747929?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:41 Parts Overview
2:51 Frame Start
5:19 Slat Holders Installation
6:15 Painting and Hardware
7:15 Final Touches
10:55 Final Overview
UPDATED DIY VERSION (I made better one): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-22mZZNXHo I am in the process of building a homemade CNC Plasma table. This table is designed to use a 4ft by 4ft work piece and utilizes LinuxCNC software with HobbyCNC electronics. Plasma cutter is an Everlast Powerplasma 60s with machine torch. This video goes over the frame and computer mounts and motion
I’m in the market for a CNC plasma table but it’s got to be at the right price and it has to fit in my tightly packed garage. In this first video, I’ll go through the basic construction and layout, and see if we can get this done for a grand total of $1000! (Not counting the cutter itself!). Stay tuned for part 2!
EDIT: it turns out I uploaded the version of the video without music during the FF and time lapse parts, if that works for most of you, we’ll leave it be!
The second video will give a detailed break down on parts list and prices that I paid. I want to know that the table comes together before I give a breakdown of parts that may change as the table nears completion. I’m making it up as I go for the most part
I’m in the market for a CNC plasma table but it’s got to be at the right price and it has to fit in my tightly packed garage. In this first video, I’ll go through the basic construction and layout, and see if we can get this done for a grand total of $1000! (Not counting the cutter itself!). Stay
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Laser engraving, which is a subset of laser marking, is the practice of using lasers to engrave an object. Laser marking, on the other hand, is a broader category of methods to leave marks on an object, which also includes color change due to chemical/molecular alteration, charring, foaming, melting, ablation, and more. The technique does not involve the use of inks, nor does it involve tool bits which contact the engraving surface and wear out, giving it an advantage over alternative engraving or marking technologies where inks or bit heads have to be replaced regularly.
The impact of laser marking has been more pronounced for specially designed “laserable” materials and also for some paints. These include laser-sensitive polymers and novel metal alloys.
The term laser marking is also used as a generic term covering a broad spectrum of surfacing techniques including printing, hot-branding and laser bonding. The machines for laser engraving and laser marking are the same so that the two terms are sometimes confused by those without knowledge or experience in the practice.
The CNC has a half sheet of plywood cut capacity with a maximum thickness allowance of 6″. The entire unit cost under $900 to make. A free set of plans and cost breakdown analysis (with links to every product used) is available for download on my website DIYBuilds.ca
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The CNC has a half sheet of plywood cut capacity with a maximum thickness allowance of 6″. The entire unit cost under $900 to make. A free set of plans and cost breakdown analysis (with links to every product used) is available for download on my website DIYBuilds.ca Support DIY Builds on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DIYBuilds Buy a T-shirt to support the
3D printing has become much cheaper and accessible, but there has been a lack of decent CNC routers at the same price point. Now the 3018 CNC Pro from Sainsmart aims to fill that void.
Featuring a working volume of 300 x 180 x 45mm, this CNC router goes together well and is capable of machining timber, acrylic and aluminium. It can also engrave copper to make custom PCBs. This machine largely succeeded with everything I threw at it. For this low price plus a one year warranty, I am very impressed and recommend this for beginners looking to get into the hobby.
I have done a fair bit of CNC machining over the years by am by no means a professional machinist. I look forward to the great tips knowledgeable viewers will post in the comments to assist others.
For any cutters you buy, ensure they are 1/8 inch or 3.175mm in shank diameter.
UPDATE: I have a follow up video upgrading this machine. https://youtu.be/Q4TrzshXV10
Purchase the Genmitsu 3018 CNC router:
Amazon (machine): https://amzn.to/2LANGFQ
Amazon (offline controller): https://amzn.to/2XINLOq
Amazon (laser add on, untested by me): https://amzn.to/2xqTIAv
If you can’t get shipping from Amazon, you can buy it direct from Sainsmart (unfortunately more expensive): https://www.sainsmart.com/collections/cnc/products/sainsmart-genmitsu-cnc-router-3018-pro-diy-kit
3D printing has become much cheaper and accessible, but there has been a lack of decent CNC routers at the same price point. Now the 3018 CNC Pro from Sainsmart aims to fill that void. Featuring a working volume of 300 x 180 x 45mm, this CNC router goes together well and is capable of machining timber, acrylic and aluminium.
Follow along as I show some details about laser cutting operations on my DIY Cheap imported 1KW fiber laser machine Join our fiber laser facebook group for more discussion https://www.facebook.com/groups/457102398516274/ See my original walk around video about the laser source
