Build List
OpenPull From CNC Kitchen.. attempt

This project is a Pull tester for material testing or structural testing with stress (force) data logging, I don't have plans for strain logging but that might be down the road.
ME - Cloner 3d printer

I decided to start designing this printer, this will be my solution for a more rugged printer that you can use as workhorses...
Weeding Delta

A Delta robot for weeding crops using AI and ROS2
OB Lead 1515 CNC Router 2021

Building the OB Lead 1515 was straight forward. The on-line OpenBuilds assembly videos were extremely clear and easy to follow. Initial build of this machine is with OpenBuilds BlackBox which simplified getting the electronics to work the first time. OpenBuilds staff are friendly and helpful.
PnP 4 axis small/fast machine

You need some mechanical and electronic experience. This is NOT a novice undertaking! a familiarity with linux a plus (but not necessary). Basic woodworking and metal fabrication a big plus as well.

Build Author
Mark Carew
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51741
V-Slot NEMA 23 Linear Actuator (Lead Screw)

Learn to build a super strong nema 23 lead driven linear actuator
All Metal - CoreXY Motion

Stacked CoreXY Motion System using only Openbuilds components
KillerBee 1515 customized

Killerbee 1515 with modifications.
K40 upgrades

Cheap chinese K40 laser upgrades, including 60x30cm working area, MKS or SKR controllerboard (smoothieware or marlin, not yet decided.) Light, psu and a bit more :)
SolidCore CoreXY

All metal CoreXY 3D Printer Design with triple z, kinematic bed, and scalable corexy mechanism.

Build Author
nickchnv
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6299
Rigid Compact Desktop C-BEAM

This modified C-Beam, is a compact, powerful and affordable desktop CNC.
GHOST Case by Copper Pour

GHOST Case build for the OpenBuilds Black Box Motion Control System
Black gear 1500X3000

My cnc update and rebuild.
Custom build 80w Co2 Laser Cutter

Building a custom made 80W Co2 Laser cutter. Making it from scratch and it's a work in progress but I've learned a lot and I'll be sharing a bit of that knowledge with you guys since I've learned a lot from here.

Build Author
Yoshiya Arii
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32826
V-Slot Laser cutter and engraver

The Smart Laser Mini is an open source such as use Raspberry pi. Easy to assemble type of desktop laser cutter and engraver. Also we used V-slot

Build Author
BNMaker
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7392
+Laser

A minimalist 2-axis A2 sized laser diode cutter/engraver. Designed to give the most function using the very least number of parts at the lowest price.
Home made CNC Plasma Cutter

Not completed yet but it does work, I will be changing small things as I finish the build and I have learned a lot from this build I am looking forward to finishing this one and Building another maybe larger table.
GIGAWATT 2.1 LASER CUTTER

Progetto di un laser CO2 da 50w Autocostruito, con scheda di controllo MKS Sbase v.1.3 Firmware Smoothieware versione CNC Struttura realizzata con profili T-slot 20x20 e 20x40

Build Author
Mark Carew
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17369
High Z Mod for Lead CNC

The High Z modification for the LEAD CNC brings your creative capabilities to new heights! With 8" of clearance this modification can be adapted easily to your existing LEAD CNC Router.
Remote Toiler Flusher!

This project provides an easy method for my granddaughter to use the facilities in the smallest room of the house! The toilet cistern is located in the garage and was originally manually activated by a pushbutton connected via a cable. The location of the pushbutton - combined with the stiffness of the mechanism made it tricky for her to use. This project provides a solution to the problem.

Build Author
obmilllivebuild
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7800
Live OpenBuilds MiniMill -> MiniPrint/Laser Conversion Demo @ MRRF2019

Transformation of an OpenBuilds Mini Mill into a convertible 3D printer / CNC mill with interchangeable tooling. Maybe a bonus conversion TBD.
Desktop CNC

A desktop Cartesian CNC router
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.
The Beast

1000mm x 1000mm linear rails, double gantry, build in Process... more to come

Build Author
Mark Carew
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228886
C-Beam® Machine - Plate Maker

This C-beam Machine is an in affordable CNC plate maker and 3D carving machine!
Laser Rotary Tool / Attachment

Rotary attachment to engrave cylindrical objects on laser machines

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
63155
OpenBuilds Workbee 1510 (60" x 40")

The OpenBuilds WorkBee 1510 - 1500x1000 Belt Driven CNC Machine
ME-Mini 3D Printer

Prusa mini inspired 3d printer

Build Author
Kyo
Views
11920
Stinger Laser

3-Axis CNC Laser Engraver running grbl 1.1 in laser mode and Laserweb4.

Build Author
Steve Hall
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1816
Cartesian Style Build UK

Another Cartesian style build with parts from the UK, US & China.
First CNC Router

My very first CNC Router build. It's completely scratch built.
Lead 1510

Customised Lead 1010 making it a 1510. T-Track work area with dual Y limit switches for auto-squaring. Powered by xPro v5 & CNC.js

Build Author
Paul Amelang
Views
1771
4x8 CNC Router for Composites

Router for making plugs for composite part production, and for cutting CFRP.

Build Author
lekey
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1728
Modular Desktop Vacuum Former

This is a small desktop vacuum former that can be connected to a shop-vac and an electric heat source (like a grill for instance). You can control the time each appliance stays turned on, and the vacuum is automatically turned on when the tray is placed on top of the model. The vacuum table is 20x20cm wide, and I've tested it mostly with 1mm thick PET sheets.
Viking OX

My OX cnc upgrade.
LEAD 710 with High Z mod

Overview of a 700mm x 1000mm machine based on the LEAD design and with the High Z mod from the start. Will have a parts list you can use to build yourself if you like the formfactor

Build Author
Johnny Reich
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374
ProLight 1000 Mill Retrofit

Update a 20-year old bench top milling machine with OpenBuild Ecosystem electronics.
Dragon Plasma cutter

Inspired by MetalGuru's idea : The plasma too cutter . If you have to cut small to medium sheet of steel with a plasma , this build may be for you

Build Author
txcomp
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4169
WorkBee 1010 "Get Rid of the Slop" Build

My goals for this build were to eliminate slop and flex while also allowing easy serviceability.

Build Author
wackocrash5150
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11500
45W CO2 Laser Build

A co2 laser build that is heavily inspired and based quite a bit off Pedro Fernandez' 50w co2 laser build. This is my first build post so, bare with me.

Build Author
Martin.Barfoed
Views
11054
maker CARVER

A Small format CNC Cartesian style Machine. This machine is meant to be fitting as an entry level machine as well as smaller projects for carpenters ect. Size range from 500mmx500mm to 1000mmx1000mm

Build Author
stephen cia
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25704
ZideX

3D printer with 7 drivers, compact, dual extruder, no CNC part. All Openbuilds and 3D printed part. This is purely experimental.

Build Author
Rick 2.0
Views
4081
C-Beam Mini Mite

A small system with a big bite. Design achieves a good balance between machine size vs. build area, rigidity and ease of construction all while keeping build cost as low as possible.

Build Author
OpenBuilds
Views
1748
Interface magnetic mount

A simple build that helps you to mount the OpenBuilds Interface to the front of your machine.
KRE CO2 2x4 Laser

Large Format CO2 Laser Cutter

Build Author
Ryan Lock
Views
101177
WorkBee CNC Machine

The WorkBee is our latest CNC Machine and is a culmination of all our experience, feedback, and suggestions from selling the OX CNC Machine over the past 2 years. The WorkBee is capable of accurately cutting foams, woods, plastics or aluminum at depths greater than 25mm to 0.2mm accuracy or greater.

Build Author
evil2002usna
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9001
Evil Ox

Cheap Ballscrew Ox CNC Router.
An other Ox Metal Build AZ

Had left over parts from cnc plasma build.
DIY Vacuum Hold Down table

A simple vacuum hold down/clamp set up using a 6hp canister vacuum.
C-BEAM-GTC

Building a larger C-BEAM CNC Machine with no previous experience.
Fastmill CNC

Very cheap CNC made from laser fired and bent parts.

Build Author
shanehooper
Views
22011
Workhorse 3D Printer

Large 600mm x 350mm x 350mm Build Volume with lead screw driven motion. The printer build has a moving gantry and fixed heat bed. Open Source
Gauss Probe Machine

Standard build with high Z using a Gauss probe instead of a router.
LEAD 1515, HGH15, SFU1604 Ball Screw

Project Completed.
A very affordable CNC routing

In progress CNC, (just design for the momment), I want to get some feedback about the design and the possible flexion of the aluminum profiles chosen
Ooznest OX CNC Build

Ooznest OX CNC build

Build Author
Jeremiah Guinn
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4188
OX CNC SMW3d 1500x1500

A small business idea led us here, lets see where it will go.
big_recnc v2.0

cnc made with a 6mm metal body .
Designer Jeans with a Laser

I install the third extension on my cnc router and ask me, what can I do with a laser? So I make some test and find out - >>It is possible to engrave jeans clothes<<. Create your own Designer Jeans with a Laser!

Build Author
Ryan155
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3353
RIGCNC

I made a mill from first principles because I didn't like any of the ones that were out there, More info can be found on the website RigCNC.com
HYDRA multi tool CNC , based on ACRO

modifying ACRO
Pick and place

Pick and place based on the Openbuilds ACRO 20x20
DIY CNC Machine

In this project, I show you how I built my DIY CNC machine. All moving parts of the DIY CNC router are running on ball bearings while the structural parts are made with natural materials, namely birch plywood and solid beech wood.
6 Axis Motion Control Camera Rig (PAN, TILT, ROLL, SLIDE, FOCUS, ZOOM)

6 axis rig based on OpenBuild C-Beam and ESP32 MCU, WiFi controlled with custom app.

Build Author
Srđan Marković
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2257
Second machine

Machine with 12,5Nm closed loop steppers or servo steppers

Build Author
that-jim
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21582
LINEAR RAIL SPHINX 55 (Blue OX plates)

Machine based on Sphinx 55 built with linear rails.

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
34759
OpenBuilds Sphinx 55 (20" x 20")

The OpenBuilds Sphinx 55 - 500x500 Lead Screw Machine

Build Author
Ariel Yahni
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44624
UK40OB

Modifying the K40 laser cuter stock gantry in favor of OpenBuilds superior and smoother movement. Also will provide me a better level control for easier beam alignment.

Build Author
Kyo
Views
5937
Sphinx 55

A Sphinx build to inspire and encourage all those who want to get started with cnc to check out Opensbuilds line of machine bundles and hardware.

Build Author
Scott Drake
Views
7143
1500x1000 CNC Router

1500x1000, additional frame stiffening from laser cut Stainless steel bracing plates, Nema 34 motor upgrade and Hiwin 16mm ballscrew additions on the way. Ethernet Smooth stepper control, 2.2kw Water cooled spindle. Schneider atv320 variable speed drive. SICK inductive limit switches, Leadshine Em882S stepper drivers ,1kw 62V supply for Stepper drives
(Smaug) 100w 1500x1000mm CNC Laser

Laser CNC made with mostly Openbuilds and amazon sourced components. Lots of 3d printed components as well. The main purpose is to cut EVA foam.

Build Author
joetemus
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17682
K40 ACRO Conversion

A K40 to ACRO Co2 laser cutter build. Designed and built to expand the work area of the K40

Build Author
Superslinky
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7133
K40 Laser Build (Major Changes)

Major K40 Laser Mod
Corexy laser

I have tested my Opt Lasers laser module on a "open" frame for some time. Decided that I want to test a corexy setup and combine it with a boxed/enclosed design - my goal is to get high precision + a safe setup with protection from the laser light + a fan to extract the smoke/exhaust..

Build Author
Quentin Karmark
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1734
Laguna Swift 4X4 CNC mill retrofitted with OpenBuilds

Used Laguna Swift 4X4 CNC mill with Water-cooled Spindle and RichAuto serial pendant retrofitted with OpenBuilds/Blackbox/Interface
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

Build Author
theracermark
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1451
Reviving the Origonal PhlatPrinter with BlackBox

Reworked PhlatPrinter Gen1 Adding dual nema 17s to all 3 axis Supprot for carriage to insure even dept cuts Lighting for view of cutting area

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
167632
OpenBuilds ACRO System

The OpenBuilds ACRO System was developed to be the most accurate and cost effective positioning system in its class. The ACRO System incorporates the OpenBuilds V-Slot system and, therefore, has the unique ability to expand to multiple sizes creating a size configuration custom to your needs. Choose the size that best fits your workshop. This versatile system allows for precise positioning of many different mountable tools and attachments.

Build Author
boutrous
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3746
Laser Rotary Attachment

Build Summary updated after parts list completed
Homemade CNC Router (Under $400)

So Instead of buying a CNC Router which can cost thousands of dollars I ventured on the quest to design and build my own. I have multiple parts to this series. Hopefully all of my information I share helps!

Build Author
Marshall Peck
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73329
Voxel OX - Extendable 3D Printer and CNC Platform

An open source 3D printer design with a sturdy V-Slot frame

Build Author
JCPhlux
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19242
Tesseract

Large Core XY 3d Printer W/fixed build plate
HD CNC

Heavy Duty build with 1605 Ballscrew and Linear Rail

Build Author
Wes Dwight
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4221
Modified Sphinx 55 with MGN12 linear rails

Inspired by previous Sphinx builds by Sorin (w/ MGN Rails) and Kenneth's witthuhnCNC XKLBR-1S. I wanted to create a desktop unit that kept a minimal profile and neatly contained the PS, Controller, and all wiring, making it a singular unit that could be easily transportable (as it will be doing double duty at my home and at work)
Custom push cart for CNC machines

I’m custom building a push table / cart for my cnc machines mostly out things I already had in my garage. Using a gray push utility cart as the main body and building around that.

Build Author
ckgottabuild
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1257
Lead CNC 1010 Platform and Rotating Laptop Mount

Moveable Lead CNC1010 build with handles on four corners. Everything fits on one sheet of cut out 4x8 plywood
Magnetic CNC Dust Shoe with LED lights and Camera*

Making my own magnetic dust shoe with led lights and a camera. Showing my progress from beginning to now.
Pro Light 1000 CNC Machining Center Rebuild

Replacing the Pro Light control box with a Open Builds BlackBox.
Some Improvements on the Workbee 1000x1000

Improvements both real and suggested for the Workbee assembly

Build Author
Mark Carew
Views
55975
OpenBuilds Workbee 1010 (40" x 40")

The OpenBuilds WorkBee 1010 - 1000x1000 Lead Screw Driven CNC Machine
Phlat Printer 3 meets Open Builds

I will go over the attachments for the PP3 Z axis. soon. Before any thing else .You need to know the first PP3 ,used SKP 7 and Mach 3. Later on they used CNC USB.
Z-Axis for Laser Diode

Custom Z Axis for OptLaser 6watt and the Acro System

Build Author
deltajegga
Views
5338
THE delta

probably as big as you'd want it...

Build Author
Kyo
Views
126978
C-beam Sphinx

A strong desktop cnc router that will enable you to make larger aluminium plates without taking up to much room. Simple, strong and opensource ! Build one today..

Build Author
Jacob Christiansen
Views
2991
ACRO 1010 with custom Z axis

This is my build for an ACRO system with a custom z-axis for changing z height for focusing or for adjusting depth when making multiple passes when cutting.
Gigantesque CNC

This is a upgrade to make a little deeper and a little bigger foot print for cutting. This is a copy of design off Rob Taylor idea for Dbl C Beam setup. The goal though is to design it around a new build with minimal tools for some one with no cnc access. Drillpress and drill bits and tap set. A 10in Non ferrous metal cutting blade for my table saw. Paper printer for printing DXF files.
Workbee with less irritations

My workbee build with some add ons

Build Author
Genetoys
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1247
Oven Dog

Building a printer that can fit inside and operate at ~200 C oven temperatures

Build Author
Troy Joachim
Views
8050
Sigron IDEX

BNC3D Signax + Voron = Sigron IDEX
