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Laser cutter

Full aluminium profiles construction. Synrad 50w CO2 laser. Ruida controller. Yaskawa servo motors
1.3m x 1.3m RF laser cutter

RF 100w laser cutter build, aluminium extrusion

Build Author
tshilling
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13624
K40 12x24in rebuild (In Original Case)

Rebuilt the internals of a K40 to allow for a 12 x 24 in cutting area while reusing the same external case and not touching the laser tube.
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
LukasK
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13840
LS-LASER

I have completed some custom build 3d printers (i3 and delta style) and a cnc mill based on v-slot and c-beam. From the beginning the cnc was built to fit/change between router, 5w led laser module and plotter pen. While all three works great, the build is primarily focused on heavy duty milling and brings some disadvantages when it comes to laser - slow because of leadscrew motion system and not as powerful because of “only” led laser. That is why I have started this build of co2 laser machine.
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.
Laser Rotary Tool / Attachment

Rotary attachment to engrave cylindrical objects on laser machines

Build Author
mytechno3d
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5999
Z FLoating head for Plasma cutting (OX CNC compatible)

How to convert your OX CNC to a plasma cutter at low cost
CO2 laser

http://www.buildlog.net/sm_laser/drawings.html using this as a baseline.... Going to try and use all or most off the shelf parts.

Build Author
mytechno3d
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12790
Router / plasma cutting table ( Rack and pinion )

Heavy DIY plasma cutting table

Build Author
mytechno3d
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12208
Cut To Length Machine

A Cut To Length machine controlled by computer

Build Author
Kims3DIY
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13014
Beamlazer Laser cutter CO2 100W

Hi everyone, im new to the world of lasercutters but i have been granted access for a Trotec laser for a while with old firmware and only compability trought Windows XP. Then i decided to build my own laser, with some easier workflow and support for Windows 10. Since im still a student i have limited resources, so i will try too use scrap parts as much as possible. I will publish photos and updates during my build continously. Gladly taking advices from others.

Build Author
Ariel Yahni
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39350
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.
Massive Hotwire Foam Cutter

CNC Hot Wire Foam Cutter. Lathe, Turntable and 4 axis Cutter. Can cut XPS and EPS.

Build Author
rcKeith
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2626
USB Hot Wire CNC Foam Cutter

Build a Hot Wire CNC Foam Cutter with inexpensive 3d printer electronics.

Build Author
wackocrash5150
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6492
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.
Plasma cutter - 608 on steel tube version

CNC Plasma cutter: 608ZZ on steel square tube linear rollers Welded frame HDT2-15 Belt Drive Tradeweld Cut-40 Plasma cutter with converted hand torch Virtual Torch Height Control through inductive probing - open source electronics project

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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20592
Openbuilds Table Top 50w Co2 Laser Cutter/Engraver

DIY build of a Co2 Laser cutter/engraver 12x24 working area.

Build Author
Daniel Stewart
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517
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.
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.
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
Dragon Too Plasma Cutter

A Benchtop Plasma Cutter Concept

Build Author
mytechno3d
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25211
Plasma cutting table

This is our plasma cutting table , based on the famous OX CNC . Can cut up to 15 mm ( steel , stainless , aluminium ) with a really good accuracy and at a really high speed .

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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9560
Co2 Laser Cutter/Engraver Rotary Attachment

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

Build Author
megashub
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15265
K40 C02 Laser Rail System

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

Build Author
mjenkins5720
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1077
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.

Build Author
Lasersc
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2002
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.
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.
Vacuum laser table

Large 10’x6’ vacuum table made from steel tubing and 1/4 inch steel plate
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.
CNC Hot Wire Cutter 4 Axis for Cutting Foam Wings

My build is to allow me to cut foam wings using CNC Hot Wire Cutter.
Hevavy duty 1300mm x 1300mm laser cutter Ceramic tube Servo motors

Starting the next Laser build, Plan to complete within 60 days.

Build Author
crystaldragon141
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4525
Rostock TETRA V0

This is an experiment to build a Linear Delta Printer using four towers instead of three. Primary reasons: 1. Build area is roughly cubic vs roughly cylindrical 2. Greater speed and precision from additional control provided by fourth tower. 3. Symmetric kinematics from even number of towers.

Build Author
joetemus
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12923
K40 ACRO Conversion

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

Build Author
holographic
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3671
Laser DIY

How i construct and create my DIY Co2 Laser cutter and engraving mashine. details will follow
100w Laser Cutter Build Log

I rebuild my 2 meter tall 3D printer into a 100w laser cutter

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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10018
The Franken Forty

This is a K40 machine conversion!!

Build Author
Rob Taylor
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10415
Portable Diode Laser Cutter

Integrating custom machined components and off-the-shelf CNC components to create a portable diode laser etcher with air assist and reasonably substantial z-axis travel.

Build Author
Lumberjack Engineering
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14507
SOLAC: Space Optimized LAser Cutter

The Space Optimized LAser Cutter is a 40 watt CO2 laser cutter that supports a maximum part volume of 24" x 16" x 6.25". It consists of a V-slot frame + brackets/mounts designed to be 3D printed on a consumer desktop printer. Total cost of the machine is ~ $1,400 USD.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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5841
K40 Cube Laser Cutter

The k40 cube is a laser cutter build using mostly stock parts of the chinese k40 laser
Small Slot Cutter

A build to cut .008 inch slots into JB Weld.

Build Author
Rick Holder
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11324
Gantry Type CNC with Makita Router

The machine has met and exceeded my expectations on repeatability and accuracy. Cost was approx £600 including the Windows tablet.
Ultimo

Ultimo is the ultimate multi tool for the person who's serious about prototyping new ideas. A Delta Robot frame supports 3d printing up to 450mm in diameter, a powerful CNC Mill, and 50 amp plasma cutter for processing steel plate. And that's just a start.....wait till you see some of the other attachments we are currently working on incorporating.

Build Author
Beam
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6645
DIY Flywheel Camera Slider

My take on a non affordable slider.

Build Author
jpjoshua
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7116
Arduino Grbl Laser CNC

Arduino powered Laser CNC using GRBl firmware.
Plasma CNC, 4'6" × 8'8" v0318

A plasma table able to cut 4'6" x 8'8" sheet. Low cost as possible.

Build Author
pedrofernandez
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4480
ACRO 20x20

The Acro Laser Machine Build
Silverchris's Laser Cutter

Work in Progress of a laser cutter design. Based on the CoreXY build from https://makerstore.com.au
Big CNC plasma cutter

more later

Build Author
Denis Lapratte
Views
1848
All metal Ox hybrid CNC Router Table

This is my second CNC build, but the first one that I design from the ground up. The base is all metal because I want to add Plasma facility later on. I used the Ox model for the gantry plates and made a few changes to adapt to my design. Since I wanted to use parts from my first CNC to save as much as possible, I kept the 5/8 Hi-Lead Screw I had from Roton for the Y and Z axis. I will also add a downdraft table to keep all parts tight on the table for cutting.

Build Author
cory stafford
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2831
Home built laser cutter

This is a laser cutter built with intent to use arduino as controller for a co2 cutting laser.
My 80w Laser build (1000x1000 cutting area)

This is a 80w laser which I am building (picture of the case) the frame is constructed with normal square tubing with plastic corners. this laser needs to live outside
80watt Lasercutter, workingarea 105x52[cm], steel frame

I will write a short buildlog here with mostly pictures. I designed this lasercutter in solidworks(not totally finished) for a good overview and such that the steel tubes could be lasercut by a company, the metal frame is based on the lasercutter the KÄSER, which you can find on cnczone.nl. The mechical parts are designed by myself because I had no mill to my use, so the mechnical parts are lasercut(same company as tube) steelplates welded together.
Laser Mount

This is a mount I wanted to build for a laser project using OpenBuilds part router mount.

Build Author
zelos
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16040
ZelosLaser Engraver/Cutter 2.0 : Sturdy & Versatile

Zelos Laser Cutter Version 2.0 GRBL Shield with Nema 17 motors. 2 Watt laser for cutting and fine grayscale pictures built very sturdy and modular

Build Author
Yoshiya Arii
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29390
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
Hot Wire 4 Axis CNC Foam cutter

This build uses drawer slides and thread rod to create foam wings and fuselages by passing a hot wire through the foam which makes very accurate shapes. I built a Radio Controlled SuperVC10 using foam but did have a cnc machine then so I had to make many templates to guide the hot wire. This inspired me to build a cnc hot wire cutter. Works really well and have made several RC models with it now

Build Author
Karan Singh Sisodia
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5168
CNC Laser

CoreXY based CNC Laser machine.

Build Author
pek
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3489
V-Slot Hand Cutting Jig

To help cutting v-slots with hand saw
C-Beam XXLarge "Laser "Tank""

A re-imagining of Dollarz81's XXL Tank in Laser form
Laser engraving machine

Second better project, high durable mainframe, silent work, non vibration.

Build Author
Venturebit
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6577
SHRED-Buddy3D UPcycler - Open Source Multi Material Cutter&Pelletizer

The whole system is powered by 12V / DC power. Process it into Pellets or Granules to use it with your 3D Printer or Filament Extruder. Our self-developed steppermotor Controls allows you to optimally adjust Feedrate for your Situation. Forward, Backward and Stop is integrated for easy operation. The Speed can be continuously regulated via rotary switch.

Build Author
Steven Sampson
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8354
RiNo Route

A CNC router designed to handle a 4'x8' sheet, for as close to $2000 as possible. The price barrier resulted in my choice to use timing belts rather than leadscrews or rack&pinion. Build List still being updated
Dragon Portable CNC Plasma Cutter

A small portable CNC Plasma Cutter with some unique features
The Laserbox

A low cost and easy to build laser cutter based on 2.8w laser diode .

Build Author
Anthony Bolgar
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9014
L'FOX - Large Format OX deriviative. Designed and built by Revision 13 Prototypes

This build is for a testing rig to use while testing out different controller boards and CAM software for milling and routing. It is in the early stages, planning is complete, parts are ordered. Awaiting parts delivery to start build. Please not the BOM only covers parts from the OpenBuilds part store. I will be posting the other required items very shortly.

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
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24608
openBuilds FreeBURN-2-Mini V-slot CO2 Laser (40-50w)

A new mini version of the http://openbuilds.com/builds/openbuilds-freeburn-1-v-slot-co2-laser-60-100w.1001/ FreeBurn CO2 Lasercutter

Build Author
Steve B
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13165
OX PPR - Portable Plasma/Router

PPR = Portable Plasma/Router. A ~30x30"work area with leadscrews. Work surface is below support members. Can be placed ONTO cutting surface.
laser gantry use mini v end block my own design

i always make laser cutting machine, but when i see openbuilds, this can make more cheap gantry for make laser cutting.
Kruk 0.1

This is a stool, designed in 18mm wood for a cnc router, it's easily scaleable to different wood-thicknesses, in 18mm wood it takes up 1200*1200mm. It can be assembled without screws, nails or glue and can therefore also be easily disassembled.

Build Author
Anglesachse
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7108
Zorkbot

Corexy, with possible head change (3d, cnc, laser)

Build Author
Simon Rafferty
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5368
Rigid Delta

A Rigid Delta Printer using C-Beam screw actuators
Powder coated multi CNC Z Axis plasma adapter with Prox.

Powder coated multi CNC Z Axis plasma adapter with Proximity sensor. . It can also hold a 80mm Router head/Spindle as seen in my router build.
Laser cutter

In the expo projects during the second year of engineering students. the project group who made this rapport made a laser cutter for the students of Fontys Hogeschool Engineering to use this machine for creating parts for their projects. The goal of Project Laser Cutter is to build a laser cutter, which is safe and can be used within the school. Also it has to be able to cut through 10 millimetres thick acrylic material or 10 millimetres thick plywood. This project will follow the V-model. This

Build Author
andrizzle
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4550
Printer1

Open source 3D printer with very powerful heated bed and light weight x axis design. Full source repository can be found here: https://github.com/a-drizzle/Printer1

Build Author
rusirius
Views
12464
MultiBOT LRP

A CNC platform designed with swapable heads to do laser engraving/etching/cutting, routing and milling, as well as 3D printing.

Build Author
Sonny Lowe
Views
3748
MakerSL MSL-7 Laser Cut Tape Dispenser

An easy simple Tape Dispenser, spawned out of necessity, and shared for the fun of it...

Build Author
Kyo
Views
9508
V-Slot Cutting System

A System of 3d printed parts to use along with your projects aluminum extrusion to cut your pieces of v-slot to length manually.
Laser cutter project by students

This build is made by students from Fontys Hogescholen Eindhoven, department Engineering. Every quarter a new group continues the work of the previous group. We have been working on the project since september 2015, and as it is a work in progress, a lot will be added later. The first months have mainly been about designing and building an XY-table on which later all the electronic components will be added and the laser.

Build Author
KBill
Views
11108
MIY OLY Delta Printer

Mag arm deltabot with laser cut carriages and connectors.

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
Views
7338
3D Printer 320x220x200

Someone donated a E3D Volcano to me (http://e3d-online.com/Volcano/V6-VOLCANO-POWER-PACK-175-UNIVERSAL-24V) and with a super hotend like that, it feels like a waste to stick it into a small 3D printer. So I decided I want a 320x220mm (XY) machine, 200mm Z is plenty for me

Build Author
openhardwarecoza
Views
5694
Pocket Ox (Sheetmetal)

Small CNC - made with some custom lasercut+bent sheetmetal parts + Openbuilds V Slot

Build Author
Mohammed Iskandarani
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18072
CO2 60 -130 WATT LASER ENGRAVING/CUTTING CNC WITH DSP AWC608 CONTROLLER

LASER ENGRAVING DIY 60 WATT
Cancelled - Modified OX CNC for Mitre Cutting (Picture Framing)

Creating a CNC mitre (45°) cutter, for picture frame cutting. Starting with an OX, but inverting various parts and adding a material table, with a stepper-controlled measuring guide.
3 Axis MultiTool - 3D printer, CNC Mill and Plasma Cutter

So in short this build is a work in progress; it aims to make a large 3d printer, medium size CNC mill and a small plasma cutter all in one CNC unit.

Build Author
Jovian
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21548
Proteus

Proteus is the Greek God of change. Besides the numerous aspect of 3D printing that this could relate to this machine like the god can change. The Build allows for an interchanging head that will allow different functionality to be quickly and easily adapted. So you could print clay, silicon, plastic, cut with a laser cutter or even attach a rotary tool

Build Author
Mohsen Abbasi
Views
5732
Portable Foam Cutter

A portable foam cutter to make your forms everyware using a LiPo Battery.
Large 1500x1000 Laser V

I am building a Laser cutter based off Robert Hummel's Laser V design.

Build Author
mirage335
Views
9785
FlexReplicator

Multi-tool 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC mill.

Build Author
Colin Russon
Views
6773
RoboFoamCutter

Lead screw based Foam Cutter that can easily be adapted to full belt / pinion drive and to CNC.
