http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 20:44:39 UTC BLOX v1.01 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 02:20:45 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:51:21 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 18:30:08 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. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 May 2012 21:30:34 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...
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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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 01:55:02 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/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/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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 04:58:24 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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:59:46 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/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...
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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...
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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...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:47:57 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/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/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/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/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/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/Easy-to-Build-Desk-Top-3-Axis-CNC-Milling-Machine/
Easy to Build Desk Top 3 Axis CNC Milling Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/QHG3/F54HJ7SB/F0FQHG3F54HJ7SB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/QHG3/F54HJ7SB/F0FQHG3F54HJ7SB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0F/QHG3/F54HJ7SB/F0FQHG3F54HJ7SB.SMALL.jpg Tom McWire Here is a way to make a computer controlled milling machine. That puts the real power of a computer control machining into the hands of the average human. Small enough to set on the desk but scalable to any size. As inexpensive as possible without sacraficing accuracy (too much). All most all the pa...
By: Tom McWire

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 Aug 2007 16:50:04 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

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