Build List

Build Author
David Bunch
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11283
Emmett-Delta

Delta 3d Printer using 3/4" Electrical Metal Tubing (EMT) for Horizontals & 2060 V-Slot for the Verticals and adding a tetrahedron at the top.

Build Author
Tristen Poliseno
Views
762
Back and forth rail mechanism

I have the whole description and all the details in the "Body" section!
MIT E-Vent | MIT Emergency Ventilator

Ventilator prototype based of OpenBuilds Stock parts

Build Author
Bruce Walker
Views
2765
BD's Burn Box - ACRO Laser Engraver System

Two plus years in the making, I finally have a working ACRO 510 laser engraver system complete with enclosure and air filtration.
Software speed control of a brushless dc (Bldc) motor from Mach3.

Although this build is typically Mach3 related there is no reason it cannot be adapted for use with any machine control software which provides a PWM spindle control output. As an addition, an option has now been added which will enable the interface to manually control outrunner speed without the need for a PWM signal.

Build Author
Alexander Leiser
Views
3482
Paintbot painting cnc

Custom painting machine in designed and wrote the software for. Paintings are with acrylic color on canvas
RRP - Roller Rack Pinion System

Current progress uses existing openbuilds bearings, but also uses 8mm shafts (custom)
Model train lift - scale HO

This build is about a model train lift in a secure and dust free storage. It is a roll on/roll off concept for a model train layout.

Build Author
Daniel Stewart
Views
543
Ultra sun cutter

A sun cutter only using mirror and glass balls with x and y table movement
2 GANTRY CNC HOTWIRE MACHINE

A 2 independent gantry affordable hotwire machine.

Build Author
evil2002usna
Views
7785
Evil Ox

Cheap Ballscrew Ox CNC Router.
Cricut Expressions 2 to ESP32 GRBL Control

A log of my "brain surgery" on a Cricut Expressions 2 to change the control board to something open so that I could cut what I wanted. The ESP32 GRBL board I used has bluetooth and WIFI built-in and was very easy to get working just the way I wanted.
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Build Author
Sam Price
Views
3557
Acros with customizations [WIP]

This is a work in progress ACROS build with new legs and wire tracks.

Build Author
Forestbird Originals
Views
2232
Lead 1010 Build - Anything but stock.

This is a lead 1010 build that I wanted to have a little fun with. I purchased the whole Lead 1010 kit, and felt like studying a few shortcomings of the original to see if I can improve it or just have some fun with it.

Build Author
Martin.Barfoed
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83475
Stainless OX

Large format 1200X1500mm OX Build using Stainless Steel plates, dual belt configuration. Limit switches is a mix of micro switches and NPN Proximity switches. Electronics based on parallel break out board, Long Motor Stepper drivers (Chinese stuff) and motors controlled by Mach3. Spindel will be Kress 1050.

Build Author
Martin.Barfoed
Views
1570
40x40 V-Slot Rod Type Linear Actuator

A Rod-type Linear Actuator based on the 40x40 V-slot profile
My C-Beam 3D Printer

Larger format FDM printer using C-Beam linear stages
1250x1000 Build

A new design of my based on a couple different machines I have seen both on openbuilds and youtube. In the end will have a and X/Y workspace of 1250mm x 1000mm and a Z axis range of about 200mm.
OX TWO in ONE

What I'm doing is pretty self explanatory. I've put a few pictures up
Dragon Too Plasma Cutter

A Benchtop Plasma Cutter Concept
Lead 1010 First time build

First time build of the Lead 1010 CNC with the High Z add on.

Build Author
Keith Davis
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15684
BldrBot S2

A Prusa i3 design running on Open Build's mini V wheels
Large 'Double H-Bot' using Openbuilds 2040 v-slot

The aim of this design is to build a simple, cost effective (under $1000) and relatively compact large volume (m3) 3D printer that will use a pellet extruder to create art/design objects using shredded recycled plastics.
Ox cnc improvements chain driven

Just ox cnc experiment
Core XY Beast

Super solid core xy build inspired by the e3d tool changer
LCD Based SLA Resin Printer

SLA resin printer based on a gen3/4 iPad Retina display. The design intent is to create a printer with the highest resolution possible with a lower cost of entry compared to DLP projector based SLA printers.
TesseractXY (MendelMax 1.5 version)

History about making 3d printer.

Build Author
UltiBots
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25657
UltiBots CB3030 CNC Router

The UltiBots CB3030 CNC uses C-Beam, V-Slot and an extruded aluminum T-Slot work table. This allows 6mm T-Nuts, step clamps and blocks to secure materials to the work surface. The all metal design makes the use of a mister possible.

Build Author
DaleShaw
Views
2195
Senior Project CNC table

So for my senior project I decided to build a CNC router. I kind of need to get this done before May so we'll see what all goes down. It's going to be a 3 axis machine (for now) and will be able to handle 4x8 sheets of wood. This is my first build. It's going to be intresting..
Double D-Bot 400mm x 400mm x 600mm

Based on D-Bot but used more metal bracing / openbuild plates instead of plastic parts. Also size was increased.
Behemoth cnc router with linear rails

Behemoth cnc router build in progress using hiwil rails and closedloop servos.

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
Views
1772
MakerSL MSL-65 Manual Coffee Grinder Stand

I know this build is a little off category here at OB, but I wanted to share it with the community (as well as other coffee lovers) and show however vast the possibilities are when OB hardware is involved. This is a powered stand intended to operate a manual coffee grinder. It is compact, light, portable and uses simple drive components (B&D Cordless Screwdriver). I will post two version, V-1 (Beginner skill level ) and V-2 (Intermediate skill level). Both accomplish the same results.
A More Rigid C-Beam

I added the steel to create a less flexible milling surface to make heavier cuts in aluminum. I can also do light steel cutting now as well. I wish OpenBuilds made a steel and rail version of these kits.
Rob's D-Bot Build

The plan is to make this a fairly stock D-Bot build. We'll see if mods start creeping in.

Build Author
ymilord
Views
44700
FARM OX (Four Axis Rotary Machine)

Four Axis Rotary Machine (FARM) OX. Equipped with a X,Z,A & C Axis.

Build Author
Andrew Helsel
Views
8781
MiniMill Smoothie

MiniMill with DW611 and SmoothieBoard 4x v1.1

Build Author
Darren Dickson
Views
1437
3D printed CNC Machine

So I thought I would make the Leon van den Beukel version three 3D printed CNC Machine, it is the third incarnation so you would expect a relatively bug-free CNC Machine with a strong foundation.

Build Author
Neil Scott
Views
866
Barcelona Build

This will be my second CNC build but this time a proper CNC not a small desktop model that I played with for a while to learn Gcode, It was great but now its time to start playing with the big boys and girls.
The Franken Rotor

Yes another K40 Franken machine dedicated for round objects,,,
PhlatMDF48

Building a Phlat based CNC for MDF processing. Capacity of 48" x unlimited length.
My Workbee build

Workbee, 1000mmX750mm , from China
C-beam Machine - Modesty

Modified C-beam Machine. Taller (30 cm) C-beam uprights in gantry, and longer 750 mm frame in Y direction. XL gantry plate on X (and Z?). Y will have additional 700 mm SBR16 rails as extra support and slightly raised bed to fit above stepper motor. Approx. machinable area of 370 x 370 mm.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
Views
9781
Co2 Laser Cutter/Engraver Rotary Attachment

Vslot rail system at work again, laser cutter/engraver rotary device for cylindrical objects .

Build Author
Vunnie
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4078
Workbee CNC on steroids

My First major improvement was changing the controller to a Acorn board. I loved the way a dedicated userinterface was speeding up my workflow. Next project my Y Axis. On Aliexpress I ordered a couple of 16mm ballscrews and some lineair rail. Before I took my gantry off I quickly made some aluminium profiles to fit my carriages. Withouth any doubt these improvements where worth it
Pick and place

Openbuilds Pick and Place using ideas from OpenPNP Frame work is from the Openbuilds Part store using 1000mm C beams and vslot 40x40 for support Surface is 3/4 " Particle board
Sphinx 55 with 3D Printed Addons

This is a build log of the Openbuilds Sphinx 55 with some 3D printed parts for the electronics and probably other parts as they come up.
V5- 2in1 ( 3dPrint+laser Engraving )

2in1 ( 3dPrint+laser Engraving )
Rise of the Sphoenix

I am building a Sphinx 55 from the bones of my old C-Beam machine. Rising from the ashes so to speak.
TrueUp LZ

A version of TrueUp using linear bearings/rods for the Z axis. This required enough modification to make a separate OpenBuilds project to avoid confusion for DIYers.
Openbuilds CubeBot 3D Printer

Cartesian type 3d printer build

Build Author
megashub
Views
15585
K40 C02 Laser Rail System

An Openbuilds replacement rail system for the common eBay "K40" C02 Laser Cutter

Build Author
j0achim
Views
9217
CoreXY - e3d inspired

CoreXY printer heavily inspired by e3d's new open source printer with tool changing. I intend to make it so when e3d start selling toolheads these can be added to the machine without any major work having to be done.
cnc vreesbank 2500x30000

This cnc milling machine is 3 meters by 30 meters,

Build Author
Craig Hollabaugh
Views
2162
Hyatt and My Journey to Tonehenge

I'm conducing guitar loudspeaker cabinet fabrication technique research (material type/thickness, mechanical joints, adhesives, etc) and how these relate to cabinet/speaker coupling and enclosure resonance with respect to psycho-acoustics. Basically, does one speaker cab sound better than another and why?
"Stung by the Bee" OB Workbee 1010 Build

This will be a build Log for my Open Builds Workbee 1010 Build. I will keep a full descriptive log of the build and make any notes in the hope that it will help other builders that decide they would like to build this machine.

Build Author
rkugler
Views
3615
Miter Saw Stop Block

Just starting a miter saw stop system. Any suggestions appreciated.

Build Author
mjenkins5720
Views
1111
Modified LEAD machine

At the moment this build is in progress, I will be updating the files as I finish the remainder of the machine. This machine is intended to be a multipurpose CNC, but a bit bigger than a desktop unit. The machine is scalable in the X and Y axis.
Cnc od grinder and thread grinder

This is a totally original build of an od id grinder and thread grinder, I hope.
Cnc Mill using standard and 3d printed cimponents

I used the cad designs for the c beam to find a solution to my initial sourcing problem. I figured that I could use 2x 20x20 and 1x 20x80 Profil to create a c beam actuator. I sourced all of the profiles from a local machin builder and t-nuts and screws in my local hardware store. Some parts are currently in 3d printed pla for testing reasons.

Build Author
Cortellini
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2235
The FEEDBACK FRACTAL Build

The Feedback Fractal Project (Project) - building "A Monument For Our Time." As its intent is to build a monumental sculpture, the Project will produce an object d'art. Yet, once begun, the Project has evolved a life and character of its own. I continue to follow the thread woven by the materials, the processes, and the people that come to it and in the end the work will not only be a faithful rendition of an image and a concept, it will also be a tapestry of the story of its making.

Build Author
taratata2016
Views
5204
Panther 3D printer

After use of the i3 Prusa 200x200x180, the volume increases to 300x300x450 on the V-Slot and driven by a Megatronics V3
All Metal - CoreXY Motion

Stacked CoreXY Motion System using only Openbuilds components

Build Author
Joe Young
Views
7708
Rack and Pinion (Death to Belts)

Low profile rack and pinion linear actuator design

Build Author
viktop
Views
11004
Simple CNC Router (Nema17, V-slot 2040, Arduino, GRBL)

An OX-inspired mini desktop mill.
Mammoth (Delta printer)

Massive Delta printer with a print area of 25 Inches (634mm).

Build Author
Sir Bagels
Views
1015
CNC Auto-pipette

Senior Design Project Bennett Robertson, Megan England University of Iowa College of Engineering
H-Bot CoreXY Cube

Dead build.

Build Author
T4Concepts
Views
50163
WorkBee CNC build - My honest opinion, tips and help

My main goal for my build is to have a machine that is capable of profiling and help me in my designs, for the manufacture of custom automotive headlights.

Build Author
Lasersc
Views
2034
The D & R TigerPaw Trilogy

Hopefully this will be a quick guide to one way that you can add a laser to an existing CNC router.

Build Author
Keith Davis
Views
1524
Vulcan Bot

A 200mm x 300mm x 200mm workhorse that never needs leveling due to Posi-Drive Leveling design.
CNC Router Machine

CNC Router with working area 550*550*200
C_Beam X5L Hybrid_Tank

classic router with a ab table

Build Author
roadss
Views
18382
Rawcnc 1.5 Desktop Edition

This will showcase the build of my Rawcnc 1.5. A rigid cnc router from the Swedish company Rawcnc, featuring a rather cool linear motion system, rack & pinion and steel reinforced X-axis capable of milling aluminum.

Build Author
sgspenceley
Views
109263
Linear Rail CNC Machines

A CNC build using linear rails & lead screws.
Openbuilds Co2 80w Laser Cutter

Co2 80 watt openbuilds laser cutter, 1200mm laser tube, 1500x1000x500mm dimensions. Build frame first and then panels to be added.
CBeam Sphinx Upgrade

Simple upgrade of the Y axis on a Cbeam sphinx from 500mm to 1000mm.
Photogrammetry 3d Scanner

A mid-sized version of a Photogrammetry 3D Scanner.
3D Turn Table Scanner

My attempt at a 3D scanner. Still trying to convince myself it will work.

Build Author
nc3dpw
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12252
(Portable) Large Format 3d Printer 4ft square frame. Build Volume 36in x 36in x 36in

Large format printer build based off successful small Corexy. I figured it could be scaled to large format and be portable. Portable meaning by removing a few pieces it could effectively be rotated out of a standard door frame.
EOX v2

Upgrading my CNC router to run on ball screws. Me and the belts where not getting along.
KeePrint Monster

Large 2 foot x 3 foot x 4.5 foot build volume Core XY printer build in process at this point. I am designing everything from scratch and using typincal parts bought from amazon for the build.
Mushu - Large Scale CoreXY

20x26x28 inch Build Volume CoreXY. Unlike many builds, I've decoupled the XY movements from the Z-Axis lead screws to help prevent Wobble, will be using linear guide rails, and mains powered bed heater, and a bed that is Allowed to thermally grow. This build is JUST narrow enough to fit through a standard sized doorway.
Large format laser

Large format laser build for Student use at my school as well as some personal use.

Build Author
KronBjorn
Views
2429
WorkBee Lead 1010, Reduced Footprint, Nema17

This is a WorkBee 1000x1000mm with lead screws and Nema17's. It has a reduced footprint, with the geared Nema's inside the frame.
C Beam Rotary

I've used the good work of Openbuilds & expanded it to suit.

Build Author
RobFromLDMS
Views
2932
Lithgow Mens Shed CNC build

The tale of how we put together our CNC Router, and some of the difficulties encountered. It is now ready for final testing and commissioning.
Some Improvements on the Workbee 1000x1000

Improvements both real and suggested for the Workbee assembly
Rotary Axis OX Derivitive

A Rotary Axis CNC router based on the OX CNC Router

Build Author
RV6APilot
Views
2424
South Carolina Workbee 1000X1000

This is about my build of a Workbee 1000X1000 being built here in Trenton, SC. My goal is to use it to help cut the new panel for my RV6A airplane.

Build Author
Mac6986
Views
6422
Vinyl Application Roller table

Build progress of custom roller table for applying graphics

Build Author
Stan Howe
Views
1378
Bee the Boss

The frame of the CNC is going to to Bee a basic Work Bee with maybe 1 modification to the spoil board attachment. This will be located on a custom bench housing the electronics and vacuum. I plan to install Stepper online steppers, drivers, power supplies, and break out board. I will add a 1.5 KW water cooled spindle, with a radiator. The fans from the radiator will pull air from a filtered enclosure for all the electronics.
ricks workbee build

i had the ox build and wanted to do a more beeffer style so i went with a workbee style machine ..

Build Author
Keith Davis
Views
12891
PrintAir CoreXY

A CoreXY/Bowden design with a belt driven Z axis. This is a box design without the front end of the box, making the print area and maintenance, like changing a nozzle, easily accessible.
Phlux Core XY Laser Etcher

A 750mm x 1000mm Core XY Laser Etcher/Cutter. To cut down on cost I tried to have as many parts as possible be printed.
Black out Edition Workbee 1010

Thanks to all the Open Build elves that meticulously package and wrap all the little tiny parts and pieces. I have put in a request to get you people a raise..
Cnc mill, Plasma cutting and weld table

A functional table for plasma cutting, welding, tooling........

Build Author
MarkM_NJ
Views
15971
Spartacus Inspire

My very first openbuilds cnc machine. Followed along DaztheGas's Spartacus build.
GhettoPrinter

Dirt cheap build.
Open source large format CNC-machine and 3D printer

For a schoolproject we decided to build this large format CNC-machine. The greatest part of the mechanics were sourced from OpenBuilds.

Build Author
mytechno3d
Views
18595
SLA (Resin) 3D Printer

SLA LCD 3D Printer ( 8.9'' LCD screen )
