http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 20:43:24 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Coaster-Lid-Machined-with-a-3-axis-Mill-Desi/
The Coaster-Lid. Machined with a 3-axis Mill. Designed in 3ds MAX. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/IFPO/H2MYKBPS/FBEIFPOH2MYKBPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/IFPO/H2MYKBPS/FBEIFPOH2MYKBPS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBE/IFPO/H2MYKBPS/FBEIFPOH2MYKBPS.SMALL.jpg yukamars The Coaster-Lid. It began it's life as a slab of acrylic. Using a 3-axis CNC mill, it was machined into the perfect piece for office desktops. Use it as a coaster to keep rings off of desks and utilize the spoon sill to catch drips. It is also used as a lid to keep dust and pathogens as you transpo...
By: yukamars

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 13:44:58 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-CNC-Machine/
Simple CNC Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/XB81/GYVDJ2KA/FV7XB81GYVDJ2KA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/XB81/GYVDJ2KA/FV7XB81GYVDJ2KA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/XB81/GYVDJ2KA/FV7XB81GYVDJ2KA.SMALL.jpg hackitbuildit What I'm going to try and show you in this instructable is how to build a simple CNC machine. Now when I say Simple I mean you only require basic tools & materials to build the machine. The machine is made out of Sawn Timber, drawer sliders, nema 17 Stepper motors, a TB6560 Driver Controller Board...
By: hackitbuildit

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:51:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Free-form-curved-furniture-without-molds-Part-1/
Free-form curved furniture without molds / Part 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/IBFZ/H2MYJY3F/F5VIBFZH2MYJY3F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/IBFZ/H2MYJY3F/F5VIBFZH2MYJY3F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/IBFZ/H2MYJY3F/F5VIBFZH2MYJY3F.SMALL.jpg pseaton Ever heard of Zipshape? It's a technique developed by Schindler Salmeron which lets you to draw a free-form profile curve for (say) a piece of furniture, and then cut a series of teeth into two sheets of thick material like MDF. Those custom-cut teeth are very specifically shaped and matched to...
By: pseaton

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 02:20:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-CNC-1/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/PAXJ/GJ2838IA/F90PAXJGJ2838IA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/PAXJ/GJ2838IA/F90PAXJGJ2838IA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/PAXJ/GJ2838IA/F90PAXJGJ2838IA.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo "DIY CNC" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 12 different CNC projects.  Check out these great projects and learn how to make your own CNC mill on a budget. All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by CNC experts, and contain pictures for each step so you can easily ma...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 23:39:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-your-own-superhero/
Build your own superhero - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/8LBA/H0OJ1BXI/FXT8LBAH0OJ1BXI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/8LBA/H0OJ1BXI/FXT8LBAH0OJ1BXI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXT/8LBA/H0OJ1BXI/FXT8LBAH0OJ1BXI.SMALL.jpg snowgrains One of my favorite films is the 1991 movie titled "The Rocketeer."  Seeing the hero arc across the sky wearing a rocket pack just makes me wish for the day that such things really exist.  Until then, perhaps the next best thing is to create my own life-size superhero to inspire my creative efforts. ...
By: snowgrains

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 21:30:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-records-for-a-70s-toy-record-player/
Custom records for a 70's toy record player - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/ZKYD/H267LBHZ/FN4ZKYDH267LBHZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/ZKYD/H267LBHZ/FN4ZKYDH267LBHZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/ZKYD/H267LBHZ/FN4ZKYDH267LBHZ.SMALL.jpg fred27 I recently stumbled across and old toy record player made by Fisher Price in the 1970s. I'm sure many of you will recognise this iconic toy and some of the older Instructables visitors may well have had one. As with many 40-year old toys, it was in a bit of a sad state and a couple of the records ha...
By: fred27

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 18:30:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-Mac-Mini-Cooler-Made-with-Drawer-Slide-CNC/
Apple Mac Mini Cooler (Made with Drawer Slide CNC) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4V/AOSO/H1ZG7G4O/F4VAOSOH1ZG7G4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4V/AOSO/H1ZG7G4O/F4VAOSOH1ZG7G4O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4V/AOSO/H1ZG7G4O/F4VAOSOH1ZG7G4O.SMALL.jpg CopperDropDesigns My first Intructable (http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-drawer-slide-CNC-machine-for-under-200/) was building my Drawer Slide CNC Machine. And Ironically, the first part I cut on it was this, my second Instructable! It all started when I was designing a few parts on my Apple Mac Mini. It s...
By: CopperDropDesigns

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 May 2012 23:10:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Robot-Stencil/
Laser Cut Robot Stencil - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/4GSP/H1YONIJW/FDG4GSPH1YONIJW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/4GSP/H1YONIJW/FDG4GSPH1YONIJW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDG/4GSP/H1YONIJW/FDG4GSPH1YONIJW.SMALL.jpg amandaghassaei We're having our Annual Pre Maker Faire Ice Cream Social tonight!  If you're in the San Francisco area you should stop by and say hi, there will be liquid nitrogen ice cream and champagne popsicles! Sometimes people have a little trouble finding our office, so yesterday I went over to TechShop and ...
By: amandaghassaei

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 19:25:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-Photo-Frames/
Folding Photo Frames - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/BNVT/H2A76I7J/FX0BNVTH2A76I7J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/BNVT/H2A76I7J/FX0BNVTH2A76I7J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX0/BNVT/H2A76I7J/FX0BNVTH2A76I7J.SMALL.jpg lucylollipop Here's a really simple photo frame, that can be made as a gift or for yourself. Learning stuff..... It's a project I run with year 7, to learn about the design cycle, as well as teaching CAD skills, via 2D Design. We usually run this over 6 weeks (12 50 minute lessons) Project Aims to under...
By: lucylollipop

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 19:47:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-CNC-a-skull/
How to CNC a skull - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/W20D/H1YOBBFR/FTJW20DH1YOBBFR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/W20D/H1YOBBFR/FTJW20DH1YOBBFR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/W20D/H1YOBBFR/FTJW20DH1YOBBFR.SMALL.jpg surfwizz Really, everyone should have a skull on their desk.  It's an age-old symbol, a memento mori that reminds us that we are not long for this world.  So I set out to make one out of aluminum.  This was my process.   CAD/CAM I designed the skull in Solidworks.  I don't have a ton of images from this p...
By: surfwizz

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 18:13:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Giant-Clicker-Pen/
Giant Clicker Pen! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/0IED/H1QMLC7G/FON0IEDH1QMLC7G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/0IED/H1QMLC7G/FON0IEDH1QMLC7G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/0IED/H1QMLC7G/FON0IEDH1QMLC7G.SMALL.jpg W_world We built this enormous retractable pen as part of our Kinematics class at BYU. The goal was to build a mechanism big enough to teach and be handled by fourth-graders. Collaborators: Ryan Anderson, Scott Taysom, Steve White, Brettany Rupert, Clifton Dudley, Wyatt Felt Here's a look at the mater...
By: W_world

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 01:55:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Makerbot-MK6-heater-replacement/
Makerbot MK6+ heater replacement - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/RB2U/GNBEUFMN/FZQRB2UGNBEUFMN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/RB2U/GNBEUFMN/FZQRB2UGNBEUFMN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/RB2U/GNBEUFMN/FZQRB2UGNBEUFMN.SMALL.jpg max mulholland this is a easy heater core  that will get you up and operational from readily available materials for under $1US per core.  tools and consumables hookup wire  30-31gauge coated nicrome wire  kapton tape  soldder preferably high temp  1/4" OD copper tube  furnace cement  TOOLS  file  sciors  too...
By: max mulholland

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 May 2011 00:24:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-DIY-CNC/
Make Your Own DIY CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/HBLF/H0OJ0R1K/FC7HBLFH0OJ0R1K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/HBLF/H0OJ0R1K/FC7HBLFH0OJ0R1K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC7/HBLF/H0OJ0R1K/FC7HBLFH0OJ0R1K.SMALL.jpg nick2334 This instructable outlines the assembly process of my 2nd generation CNC machine which I designed to be simple to build and quiet enough to be apartment friendly. I have included example projects that I have made in the first two weeks of using the machine to demonstrate its capabilities. This is t...
By: nick2334

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:10:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Cribbage-Board/
CNC Cribbage Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/DCVZ/GYQFHW5W/F2JDCVZGYQFHW5W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/DCVZ/GYQFHW5W/F2JDCVZGYQFHW5W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2J/DCVZ/GYQFHW5W/F2JDCVZGYQFHW5W.SMALL.jpg mgrenier I wanted to learn CNC so I started off with a simple project.   I was in the market for a cribbage board so instead of buying one I thought it would be fun to make my own.   Materials List: Maple    14"x5"x3/4" 5 minute epoxy black epoxy resin Tools: CNC Mill   (I have a Sherline 5400 but you co...
By: mgrenier

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 02:53:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Compact-5-steady/
Compact 5 steady - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/QGDV/H0KL4GRX/FRMQGDVH0KL4GRX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/QGDV/H0KL4GRX/FRMQGDVH0KL4GRX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/QGDV/H0KL4GRX/FRMQGDVH0KL4GRX.SMALL.jpg cold_steel Hi All, First a short introduction: I am Tristram Budel, I have been an instructables member for quite some time now but never uploaded a completed instructable. I have a bachelor in chemistry and a passion for machining. I still have my first Lathe, it is a very portable Emco compact 5. I have not...
By: cold_steel

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Apr 2012 12:13:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-woodcut-from-a-photo-of-a-woodcut/
How to make a woodcut from... a photo of a woodcut using your CNC mill - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/GGF8/H0C6MF00/FW6GGF8H0C6MF00.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/GGF8/H0C6MF00/FW6GGF8H0C6MF00.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW6/GGF8/H0C6MF00/FW6GGF8H0C6MF00.SMALL.jpg ccrome My dad was just visiting, and he asked me if I could use my new CNC router to make a woodcut.  That got me to thinking... sure, why not?   He sent me a photo of a woodcut hanging in my sister's house, and in a few hours I was able to make this woodcut!  Very neat.  Unfortunately, this instructabl...
By: ccrome

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:11:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-MC-Escher-Reptile-puzzle-on-your-CNC-rou/
Make an M.C. Escher Reptile puzzle on your CNC router/mill - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDI/XN39/H01NA9RC/FDIXN39H01NA9RC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDI/XN39/H01NA9RC/FDIXN39H01NA9RC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDI/XN39/H01NA9RC/FDIXN39H01NA9RC.SMALL.jpg ccrome So, you've just finished your CNC router/mill build, and you need something to make.  Try the hand bowl, which is extremely cool. For your next project, try this one.  I always had a fondness for the works of M. C. Escher, so i decided to make the reptiles out of wood. I started with a dxf from he...
By: ccrome

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 06:42:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simulating-Water-Drops-on-Wood/
Simulating Water Drops on Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/11VS/GZ6I5RXM/FS611VSGZ6I5RXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/11VS/GZ6I5RXM/FS611VSGZ6I5RXM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS6/11VS/GZ6I5RXM/FS611VSGZ6I5RXM.SMALL.jpg Grunblau Note:  This Instructable is entered into the 'Make it Real' Challenge.  If you like it, or find it useful, please take a moment to vote for it by clicking on the button in the upper right hand corner-  Thank You! When I designed and built my own CNC, this is exactly the type of project I had in min...
By: Grunblau

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 04:58:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Paddle-Maze/
CNC Paddle Maze - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/KRU4/GZ5NTP17/FG8KRU4GZ5NTP17.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/KRU4/GZ5NTP17/FG8KRU4GZ5NTP17.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/KRU4/GZ5NTP17/FG8KRU4GZ5NTP17.SMALL.jpg n314pc One day I was at the toy store looking for presents for my children and I came across some small plastic mazes, you know, the type with the little ball that you try to get from the start to the finish without going crazy. Bingo, here was a project for the CNC router we have in our Maker Space. The d...
By: n314pc

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:31:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Spirograph/
CNC Spirograph - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/C4NN/GZ38JFUZ/FXMC4NNGZ38JFUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/C4NN/GZ38JFUZ/FXMC4NNGZ38JFUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/C4NN/GZ38JFUZ/FXMC4NNGZ38JFUZ.SMALL.jpg n314pc Some months ago I remembered a drawing tool I played with as a child, the Spirograph.  Searching local stores only resulted in a small, poor substitute in plastic, of the ones I remember. Thus the inspiration and the idea for this project grew. I have a background in fabricating Museum, Zoo and Natu...
By: n314pc

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:59:46 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Vacuum-Clamping-Table-for-Homebrew-CNC/
Vacuum Clamping Table for Homebrew CNC - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/KH5Y/GYZNVEOY/FLOKH5YGYZNVEOY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/KH5Y/GYZNVEOY/FLOKH5YGYZNVEOY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/KH5Y/GYZNVEOY/FLOKH5YGYZNVEOY.SMALL.jpg HandyLandy  I've always wanted a CNC machine so I started building a "woodpunk" CNC about 2.5 years ago. The original Idea was for me to build a temporary table for it then use the CNC to create this table. But due to the time restraints in order to win an awesome ShopBot, I asked my bosses at QuickCrate if I ...
By: HandyLandy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:45:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Homemade-2x4-Wood-CNC-Router/
Homemade 2'x4' Wood CNC Router - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/0HDD/GYN8ZAIU/FTC0HDDGYN8ZAIU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/0HDD/GYN8ZAIU/FTC0HDDGYN8ZAIU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/0HDD/GYN8ZAIU/FTC0HDDGYN8ZAIU.SMALL.jpg Kyles Woodworking Here I am going to show how I made my CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) router. The table measures 24"x48" and the cutting envelope is about 19”x38.” I made this CNC when I was 17 and if you would like to see more on this CNC, visit my website at www.KylesWoodworking.com NOTICE: THE PLANS AND DES...
By: Kyles Woodworking

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:01:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Spindle-speed-sensor-from-a-guitar-tuner/
Spindle speed sensor from a guitar tuner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD0/78DL/GVZOHXZX/FD078DLGVZOHXZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD0/78DL/GVZOHXZX/FD078DLGVZOHXZX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD0/78DL/GVZOHXZX/FD078DLGVZOHXZX.SMALL.jpg boondocker I just got a Pro membership a couple of days ago, thanks to Random_Canadian's generosity. (Thanks for the hookup!) I figured it was time to quit lurking and actually contribute, so here goes my first Instructable.  As a CNC technician, there have been a few occasions where I've wondered if a spindl...
By: boondocker

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 22:07:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cutting-Christmas-Ornaments-With-An-Epilog-Helix/
Cutting Christmas Ornaments With An Epilog Helix - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/A3D7/GV1HIIU5/F3AA3D7GV1HIIU5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/A3D7/GV1HIIU5/F3AA3D7GV1HIIU5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/A3D7/GV1HIIU5/F3AA3D7GV1HIIU5.SMALL.jpg donprius I made it at TechShop. As a novice user of the Epilog Helix Laser Engraver and Cutter, I decided to cut out some relatively simple stars and circles which will be used in a local elementary school for a Christmas art project. There were plenty of problems along the way, which I'm sharing so you can...
By: donprius

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 20:51:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-drawer-slide-CNC-machine-for-under-200/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/1Y88/GUKAROPQ/FE61Y88GUKAROPQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/1Y88/GUKAROPQ/FE61Y88GUKAROPQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/1Y88/GUKAROPQ/FE61Y88GUKAROPQ.SMALL.jpg CopperDropDesigns <br> Drawer Slide CNC Machine for under $200   Like many of us interested in this hobby, I wanted my own machine. B...
By: CopperDropDesigns

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:48:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-To-Build-Stepper-Controller-from-a-Recycled-M/
Easy To Build Stepper Controller from Recycled Materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/3ROE/FROA0LXU/FM63ROEFROA0LXU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/3ROE/FROA0LXU/FM63ROEFROA0LXU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM6/3ROE/FROA0LXU/FM63ROEFROA0LXU.SMALL.jpg murray484 *****You can see more of my projects and updates to my current projects on my website: Colvins.ca***** ***For Support on this Project, Please use the forum on my website. Just go to http://colvins.ca and click the forum link on the side bar.*** I am 14 I have always wanted to build a cnc machine b...
By: murray484

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Mar 2009 01:10:16 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-spring-loaded-touch-block-for-setting-the/
Make a spring loaded 'touch block' for setting the tool height (Z-Axis) on a CNC Mill or Router. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/E3WU/GS3BD5T9/FTBE3WUGS3BD5T9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/E3WU/GS3BD5T9/FTBE3WUGS3BD5T9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/E3WU/GS3BD5T9/FTBE3WUGS3BD5T9.SMALL.jpg Rdfoerster To set tool height on your CNC router/mill, you can easily make a spring loaded touch plate based on a “mini” momentary switch mechanism which provides the spring action needed. Rather than using the standard 'gage block and paper' technique that involves repetitive trials, the touch block will le...
By: Rdfoerster

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Sep 2011 22:43:34 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/gears-from-craft-foam/
gears from craft foam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/CESI/GR0E729X/FRCCESIGR0E729X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/CESI/GR0E729X/FRCCESIGR0E729X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/CESI/GR0E729X/FRCCESIGR0E729X.SMALL.jpg RaisedByRobots Make some sturdy lightweight gears out of craft foam! materials craft foam ($1 at Dollar Tree) poster board or cardboard (50 cents at Dollar Tree) lots of mini clamps (25 cents each at Dollar Tree) white or wood glue ($3 - $5) a craft cutter (or a knife or scissors and a whole lot of meticulous ...
By: RaisedByRobots

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Aug 2011 15:21:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hobby-cnc/
Hobby cnc - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/RZ2B/GFDX0IUW/FAHRZ2BGFDX0IUW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/RZ2B/GFDX0IUW/FAHRZ2BGFDX0IUW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/RZ2B/GFDX0IUW/FAHRZ2BGFDX0IUW.SMALL.jpg mraspotcnc First I realy thanks to instructables and Mr: PRO Tom McWire the author of Easy to build desk top 3 axis CNC milling machine. i am wondering when i was see this instructables .I made this 3axis cnc machine and i have to share this hobby cnc by instructables how i make it . Hobby cnc easy can make ...
By: mraspotcnc

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 07:05:14 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC-Eggbot/
CNC Eggbot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWI/TVT3/GN4CZU8L/FWITVT3GN4CZU8L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWI/TVT3/GN4CZU8L/FWITVT3GN4CZU8L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWI/TVT3/GN4CZU8L/FWITVT3GN4CZU8L.SMALL.jpg derwassi When I discovered the cool eggbot art here on instructables and egg-bot.com i knew what my next gadget would be:-D But i can't spend 200 bucks for it at the moment. So i decided to build it on my own! In the following steps I will outline the basic design of the original egg-bot and show you my appr...
By: derwassi

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:03:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/cut-any-arbitrary-complex-design-with-a-cricut/
cut any arbitrary complex design with a craft cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/6E2U/GI0TCL23/F4P6E2UGI0TCL23.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/6E2U/GI0TCL23/F4P6E2UGI0TCL23.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4P/6E2U/GI0TCL23/F4P6E2UGI0TCL23.SMALL.jpg RaisedByRobots Update:  wow, bummer.  Turns out ProvoCraft (the makers of the Cricut)  sued "Make the Cut" and "Sure Cuts A Lot" so that they can no longer sell their products to work with the Cricut. Here are some competing products which can be used with Make the Cut software though I have not tried these produ...
By: RaisedByRobots

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Dec 2010 07:04:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Axis-Dust-Cover-for-the-CNC-Mini-Milling-Machine/
Axis Dust Cover for the CNC Mini Milling Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/1ZRR/GLFU64Y7/FDY1ZRRGLFU64Y7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/1ZRR/GLFU64Y7/FDY1ZRRGLFU64Y7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/1ZRR/GLFU64Y7/FDY1ZRRGLFU64Y7.SMALL.jpg Flying_MashedPotatoes After being on this site for quite some time, and using other people's tutorials, I thought that I should contribute something that could help many people. If this design doesn't work for your machine, you can always change it so that it WILL work. This is a neat way to protect the axis of your min...
By: Flying_MashedPotatoes

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:08:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-CNC-Machine-36x22/
DIY MDF CNC Machine 36x22 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/AKHB/GPBDFI4C/FUGAKHBGPBDFI4C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/AKHB/GPBDFI4C/FUGAKHBGPBDFI4C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/AKHB/GPBDFI4C/FUGAKHBGPBDFI4C.SMALL.jpg Spiky1987 The design I'm gonna present is a DIY CNC machine made with MDF board. This design has been made by one of my friend and I have built one exactly like his. So we currently have 2 machines like this one. This is my first instructable so maybe there will be a couple of things missing, please feel fre...
By: Spiky1987

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Jun 2011 20:13:42 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Web-Controlled-EggBot/
Web Controlled EggBot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/5W2W/GOHMB6X3/F785W2WGOHMB6X3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/5W2W/GOHMB6X3/F785W2WGOHMB6X3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/5W2W/GOHMB6X3/F785W2WGOHMB6X3.SMALL.jpg tamberg Control the original EggBot via Web Browser! Usually, the EggBot is controlled by Inkscape running on the host computer. To draw an image on an egg, Inkscape sends a bunch of commands via USB. As the EggBot is completely open source, the format of those commands is readily available. This allows us...
By: tamberg

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Jun 2011 00:42:11 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/X-Y-Plotter/
XY-Plotter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/RZIX/GNA2S3BF/FDERZIXGNA2S3BF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/RZIX/GNA2S3BF/FDERZIXGNA2S3BF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDE/RZIX/GNA2S3BF/FDERZIXGNA2S3BF.SMALL.jpg bdeakyne The Project: Perhaps you have never been gifted at drawing, or you don’t have the time to do it yourself, so why not let a simple x-y plotter draw for you. This simple two axis device can accurately moves a pen to draw out anything. The Device: The x-y plotter has a two axis control and a special...
By: bdeakyne

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 May 2011 18:10:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-CNC-1-2/
DIY CNC & Constructing an affordable CNC kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/D0ZX/GM9QLB3Y/FJHD0ZXGM9QLB3Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/D0ZX/GM9QLB3Y/FJHD0ZXGM9QLB3Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJH/D0ZX/GM9QLB3Y/FJHD0ZXGM9QLB3Y.SMALL.jpg CNCSnap For more Info visit us at cncsnap.com I have always dreamed of having a CNC and window shopped all the time on the internet. Finally, I discovered Instructables and made my own to share with others. Ninety percent of my parts were acquired from junk or unused stuff. It doesn't look pretty but it wo...
By: CNCSnap

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Apr 2011 06:58:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-CNC-complete-plans-and-instructions/
Mini CNC router, complete plans and instructions - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/1CGE/GLL4YD7N/FSO1CGEGLL4YD7N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/1CGE/GLL4YD7N/FSO1CGEGLL4YD7N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/1CGE/GLL4YD7N/FSO1CGEGLL4YD7N.SMALL.jpg berbefarac <br /> The Mini CNC project is a complete set of plans and instructions on how to build a 3 axis CNC machine that is functional and also precise. The Mini CNC is very sim...
By: berbefarac

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 14:06:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Foamcore-CNC/
Build a Foamcore CNC Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/P58V/GLQCLE8C/FU0P58VGLQCLE8C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/P58V/GLQCLE8C/FU0P58VGLQCLE8C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/P58V/GLQCLE8C/FU0P58VGLQCLE8C.SMALL.jpg imoyer Build a low-cost CNC machine in your kitchen, for under $120, using tools obtainable at your local art and hardware stores. This project seeks to lower the ground floor of CNC machine construction. It utilizes foamcore - an easy to work with and cheap material - for its structural components. The m...
By: imoyer

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 06:53:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-DIYLILCNC-Open-Source-Plans-For-a-Low-Cost-E/
The DIYLILCNC: Open-Source Plans For a Low-Cost, Easy-to-Build CNC Mill. (v1.0.2) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMU/ZP7G/GGPF4KWB/FMUZP7GGGPF4KWB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMU/ZP7G/GGPF4KWB/FMUZP7GGGPF4KWB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMU/ZP7G/GGPF4KWB/FMUZP7GGGPF4KWB.SMALL.jpg DIYLILCNC The DIYLILCNC project is a set of plans for an inexpensive, fully functional 3-axis CNC mill that can be built by an individual with basic shop skills and tool access. CNC devices are used to fabricate physical objects with a high degree of precision. Some CNC devices, including the DIYLILCNC, feat...
By: DIYLILCNC

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:47:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Three-Axis-CNC-Machine-Cheaply-and-/
How to Make a Three Axis CNC Machine (Cheaply and Easily) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/BMSH/F3HY3SK9/FCKBMSHF3HY3SK9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/BMSH/F3HY3SK9/FCKBMSHF3HY3SK9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCK/BMSH/F3HY3SK9/FCKBMSHF3HY3SK9.SMALL.jpg oomlout The idea behind this Instructable was to fulfill my desire for a desktop sized CNC machine. While it would have been nice to purchase an off the shelf unit the issue of price as well as size proved prohibitive. With this in mind I endeavored to design and build a three axis CNC machine with the foll...
By: oomlout

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jun 2007 10:31:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-cnc-controller/
Putting it all together - More DIY How To Projects]]> /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.gif /static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif charcoal999
By: charcoal999

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2008 04:32:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/20-CNC-Machine/
$20 CNC Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/K0PS/FTM73385/F2DK0PSFTM73385.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/K0PS/FTM73385/F2DK0PSFTM73385.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/K0PS/FTM73385/F2DK0PSFTM73385.SMALL.jpg Techbuilder I got inspired for this instructable when I viewed the Easy To Build Stepper Controller instructable .When I read the instructable I knew I could make a decent looking and functioning cnc machine for under 20 dollars with a recycled twist, Not to mention I did this in under a week. I expect you to...
By: Techbuilder

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Apr 2009 06:38:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CO2-laser-that-cuts-sheet-metal/
CO2 laser that cuts sheet metal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/2JBI/F18DW8Q1/FUQ2JBIF18DW8Q1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/2JBI/F18DW8Q1/FUQ2JBIF18DW8Q1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/2JBI/F18DW8Q1/FUQ2JBIF18DW8Q1.SMALL.jpg owhite PLEASE NOTE: I'm really not competing to win the laser, a t-shirt would be fine, thanks. I saw the competition and thought it would be fun to show off my system.INTRODUCTION. The general idea of this CO2 laser system is that a beam is directed down to a part for cutting. The part sits on a computer ...
By: owhite

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2007 19:24:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wire-an-arduino-based-3-axis-CNC-machine/
How to wire an arduino-based 3-axis CNC machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/D74W/GAA12UL4/FA2D74WGAA12UL4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/D74W/GAA12UL4/FA2D74WGAA12UL4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA2/D74W/GAA12UL4/FA2D74WGAA12UL4.SMALL.jpg aggrav8d 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. parts You'll need: - an arduino. I chose duemilanova. (depends on the board you get) -...
By: aggrav8d

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jun 2010 22:50:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-build-CNC-Mill-Stepper-Motor-and-Driver-ci/
Easy to build CNC Mill Stepper Motor and Driver circuits - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/OYU4/F5R8QRL0/F5LOYU4F5R8QRL0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/OYU4/F5R8QRL0/F5LOYU4F5R8QRL0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/OYU4/F5R8QRL0/F5LOYU4F5R8QRL0.SMALL.jpg Tom McWire This is a follow up to the Easy to Build Desk Top 3 Axis CNC Milling Machine Once you get the machine all put together its time to make it go. So it's time to drive the motors. And here I've put together a circuit that I think is the absolute cheapest and easiest way to control stepper motors with ...
By: Tom McWire

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2007 16:25:02 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cutter-start-slicing-stuff-for-under-50-dol/
Laser cutter, start slicing stuff for under 50 dollars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/1BZT/FBG0A8NL/F411BZTFBG0A8NL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/1BZT/FBG0A8NL/F411BZTFBG0A8NL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/1BZT/FBG0A8NL/F411BZTFBG0A8NL.SMALL.jpg lamedust There are many out there that are making things to win a laser cutter. Here is a project for those 500 that don't win, but still want a laser cutter for simple stencil cutting needs.This project was conceived during a chat with Alex where we wished we had a laser cutter and thought we could make one...
By: lamedust

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Jan 2008 22:17:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-CNC/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/B19N/G3TDVASW/F2DB19NG3TDVASW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/B19N/G3TDVASW/F2DB19NG3TDVASW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/B19N/G3TDVASW/F2DB19NG3TDVASW.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides If your at all interested in DIY CNC (do it yourself computer numerical control), then Instructables is the place to be. We've got detailed step by step instructions on how you can build your own CNC lasers, CNC mills, CNC foam cutters, self-replicating CNC's and even a CNC chocolate 3D printer! Sta...
By: Instructables Guides

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:30:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-mini-milling-machine/
How to make a mini milling machine- manual or CNC! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/VZMT/FPQLBU81/FY8VZMTFPQLBU81.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/VZMT/FPQLBU81/FY8VZMTFPQLBU81.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/VZMT/FPQLBU81/FY8VZMTFPQLBU81.SMALL.jpg Honus I think one of the best things about tools is that they can be used to make more tools! I decided to build a miniature milling machine for machining plastic parts, creating wax patterns and for drilling really small precise holes. I also wanted to design it so that I could convert it to CNC for mach...
By: Honus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Jan 2009 06:52:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Zach-Radding-Homebrew-Laser-Cutter/
Homebrew Laser Cutter made by Zach Radding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/ET3T/IXKEP27Y1MK/FJYET3TIXKEP27Y1MK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/ET3T/IXKEP27Y1MK/FJYET3TIXKEP27Y1MK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJY/ET3T/IXKEP27Y1MK/FJYET3TIXKEP27Y1MK.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Zach Radding and his daughter Taylor with some robots he built using his own CNC laser cutting machines.Check out http://www.buildcoolstuff.com/ to see more of his projects and info on the classes he teaches.He's built two laser cutters so far. Click on the little numbered pictures above to learn m...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 May 2006 01:36:28 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CNC/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE2/NI7H/FOHXBQC5/FE2NI7HFOHXBQC5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE2/NI7H/FOHXBQC5/FE2NI7HFOHXBQC5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE2/NI7H/FOHXBQC5/FE2NI7HFOHXBQC5.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides Instructables really shines when it comes to CNC (computer numerical control) projects. We've got instructions on how you can make your own CNC lasers, CNC mills, CNC foam cutters and even a CNC chocolate 3D printer! Build a CNC device for your shop and make something awesome like flat pack furnitur...
By: Instructables Guides

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