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  1. Solidworks 2014 Parts Library
    Complete set of OpenBuilds parts - by Rob Stehlik
    Updated: Mar 4, 2017
  2. Solidworks v2013 parts files - Updated 4-27-2014
    Solidworks 2013 3D files for almost every part in the OpenBuilds Online Store - by mqbeers
    Updated: Jan 21, 2015
  3. V-Slot connector
    Printed part for connecting or bonding two lengths of V-Slot aluminum extrusion - by Sage
    Updated: Feb 22, 2014
  4. V-Slot CAD Models for Autodesk Inventor
    A set of CAD models for the V-Slot extrusions, plates, spacers, and other parts. - by JonHollander
    Updated: Apr 22, 2014
  5. STEP Parts Library
    Complete set of OpenBuilds parts in a generic 3D format. - by Rob Stehlik
    Updated: Feb 19, 2017

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  1. MakerCase

    Laser-Cut Case Design Tool
    JonHollander, Dec 14, 2013

  2. Share A Part

    Have an idea for a part that would make a great addition to the OpenBuilds line up?
    Mark Carew, Dec 14, 2013

  3. C-Beam Machine Hold Down Clamps

    Simple Clamps to secure 1/4" Plate to your CNC Router. Simple design can be printed or milled.
    Kyo, Apr 20, 2016

  4. C-beam Machine Pen Mount

    Pen adapter to hold pen inside of c-beam machine colt router mount.
    Kyo, Feb 20, 2016

  5. Openbuilds / Open Hardware Keychain

    Keychain so you can represent the openbuilds and open source hardware logo next to your keys.
    Kyo, Mar 3, 2016

  6. SketchUp to DXF or STL

    Great plugin for SketchUp Make(free) that allows the export of DXF for CNC or STL for 3D printing
    Mark Carew, Mar 11, 2014
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  1. Hisha

    Plywood Clamp 2017-06-30

    Hisha, Jun 30, 2017, CNC Projects
    1/2in plywood clamp with threaded insert
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    130
    Updated:
    Jun 30, 2017
  2. Anthony Bolgar

    "How to Solder" 2017-06-30

    Anthony Bolgar, Jun 30, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    A 9 part video series from the 1990's
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    71
    Updated:
    Jun 30, 2017
  3. Hisha

    Raspberry Pi, Xbox Controller, bCNC and You!

    Hisha, Jun 28, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    Using a Xbox controller with bCNC.
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Updated:
    Jun 28, 2017
  4. Anthony Bolgar

    The Engineering Toolbox 2017-06-28

    Anthony Bolgar, Jun 28, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    Just about any engineering calculator and chart that you could ever need.
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    273
    Updated:
    Jun 28, 2017
  5. Peter Van Der Walt

    NCThumbNail 2017-06-12

    Peter Van Der Walt, Jun 12, 2017, Helpful Tools
    View GCODE Thumbnails in Windows Explorer with NCThumbNail
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    41
    Updated:
    Jun 12, 2017
  6. hairyMug

    settings for 400w spindle and TinyG

    hairyMug, May 29, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    hi & Low phase and RPM settings to get desired result for m3sxxx settings
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Updated:
    May 29, 2017
  7. FranciK

    Simple 3D-printed V-slot insert for screw-on accessories 2017-05-25

    FranciK, May 25, 2017, Parts
    Insert for the V-slot that accepts a 4 mm plastic/wood screw
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    87
    Updated:
    May 26, 2017
  8. Giarc

    Eggbot Resources

    Giarc, May 19, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    Eggbot
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Updated:
    May 19, 2017
  9. Peter Eastwell

    Nema 23 cover 2017-05-08

    Peter Eastwell, May 8, 2017, Parts
    pimpin nema23 with gx16-4 conector and back cover
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    134
    Updated:
    May 8, 2017
  10. DazTheGas

    Ox Upgrade Kit 06-05-2017

    DazTheGas, Jan 29, 2017, CNC Projects
    Beef Up The Ox
    5/5, 2 ratings
    Downloads:
    849
    Updated:
    May 6, 2017
  11. Peter Eastwell

    Mini microswitch housing 2017-05-03

    Peter Eastwell, May 2, 2017, 3D Printing Projects
    Microswitch Housing
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    21
    Updated:
    May 2, 2017
  12. Anthony Bolgar

    Estlcam V11

    Anthony Bolgar, Mar 9, 2017, Software
    Intuitive CAM software
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    182
    Updated:
    Mar 9, 2017
  13. John Kossik

    OpenSCAD V-Slot Models 2017-03-08

    John Kossik, Mar 8, 2017, Parts
    OpenSCAD V-Slot Models all sizes
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    403
    Updated:
    Mar 8, 2017
  14. FranciK

    C-beam machine holder for diode laser 1.0

    FranciK, Mar 8, 2017, Parts
    3D-printed holder for laser on the C-beam machine
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    55
    Updated:
    Mar 8, 2017
  15. FranciK

    Holder for a microswitch on any V-slot 1.0

    FranciK, Mar 8, 2017, Parts
    3D-printed limit microswitch holder, snap fit, pushed by the gantry wheel
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    110
    Updated:
    Mar 8, 2017
  16. Rob Stehlik

    Solidworks 2014 Parts Library 1.6

    Rob Stehlik, Jul 29, 2015, OpenBuilds Parts
    Complete set of OpenBuilds parts
    4.80645/5, 31 ratings
    Downloads:
    16,086
    Updated:
    Mar 4, 2017
  17. Kyo

    DQ542MA Wiring Methods 2017-03-04

    Kyo, Mar 4, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    Arduino Uno DQ542MA Wiring Refence Video.
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    63
    Updated:
    Mar 4, 2017
  18. jamesdjadams

    Wood Nominal vs Actual Dimensions (Inches and Metric) 2.0

    jamesdjadams, Mar 3, 2017, Tutorials & Info
    A list of handy dimensions for CAD / CAM work.
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    70
    Updated:
    Mar 3, 2017
  19. MaryD

    Gear Generator SVG 2017-02-22

    MaryD, Feb 22, 2017, Software
    Involute Spur Gear SVG Generator
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    321
    Updated:
    Feb 22, 2017
  20. Rob Stehlik

    STEP Parts Library 1.5

    Rob Stehlik, Jul 29, 2015, OpenBuilds Parts
    Complete set of OpenBuilds parts in a generic 3D format.
    4.42105/5, 19 ratings
    Downloads:
    17,165
    Updated:
    Feb 19, 2017
  21. Rob Stehlik

    IGES Parts Library 1.5

    Rob Stehlik, Jul 29, 2015, OpenBuilds Parts
    Complete set of OpenBuilds parts in a generic 3D format
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    4,794
    Updated:
    Feb 19, 2017
  22. GinoTheCop

    X-Pro V3 Fusion 360 Model 2017-02-10

    GinoTheCop, Feb 10, 2017, Parts
    This is a downloadable Fusion 360 Model of CNC X-Pro V3
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    131
    Updated:
    Feb 10, 2017
  23. MaryD

    Turn Phone Pics into dxf 2017-01-09

    MaryD, Jan 9, 2017, Software
    Mobile App turns pics on your phone into dxf
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    144
    Updated:
    Jan 9, 2017
  24. Kyo

    Stepper Calculator 2016-12-08

    Kyo, Dec 8, 2016, Helpful Tools
    Excel sheet to work out steps.
    5/5, 3 ratings
    Downloads:
    758
    Updated:
    Dec 8, 2016
  25. Sven Yonson

    Gantry Plate Reducer Bushing 2016-11-23

    Sven Yonson, Nov 23, 2016, Parts
    3D printable bushing to reduce 7.12mm hole to 5mm hole
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    50
    Updated:
    Nov 23, 2016
  26. Rick 2.0

    CNC class at instructables.com

    Rick 2.0, Nov 22, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    Free online course discussing aspects of CNC operation
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Updated:
    Nov 22, 2016
  27. Mark Carew

    Bellows Maker 2016-11-19

    Mark Carew, Nov 19, 2016, Helpful Tools
    A great bellows making tutorial
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    202
    Updated:
    Nov 19, 2016
  28. Moag

    Chinese Spindle & VFD Setup 2016-11-16

    Moag, Nov 16, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    Making sense of setting up a Chinese Spindle & VFD without the grief.
    5/5, 3 ratings
    Downloads:
    1,133
    Updated:
    Nov 16, 2016
  29. Anthony Bolgar

    CNC router bit feeds and speeds wall chart 2016-11-12

    Anthony Bolgar, Nov 12, 2016, Helpful Tools
    Recommended speeds for various router bits
    5/5, 2 ratings
    Downloads:
    1,081
    Updated:
    Nov 12, 2016
  30. hughqelliott

    X-Pro Controller Box 2016-11-05

    hughqelliott, Nov 5, 2016, Parts
    Simple project box designed for the X-Pro Controller board
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    63
    Updated:
    Nov 5, 2016
  31. David the swarfer

    Holding parts on the CNC router 2016-11-04

    David the swarfer, Nov 4, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    No, not double sided tape
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    64
    Updated:
    Nov 4, 2016
  32. Joe Santarsiero

    50 digital Wood Joints 2016-10-23

    Joe Santarsiero, Oct 23, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    50 cnc joint reference chart. 3d files found at link.
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    220
    Updated:
    Oct 23, 2016
  33. Julius

    Lead/Ballscrew Max Speed Calculations 2016-10-16

    Julius, Oct 16, 2016, CNC Projects
    figure out how fast you can spin it before you risk whip
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    512
    Updated:
    Oct 16, 2016
  34. Giarc

    Pecious Plastics: Open source machines for molding and extruding recycled plastics 2016-09-25

    Giarc, Sep 25, 2016, Other Projects
    Open source machines for molding and extruding recycled plastics
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    45
    Updated:
    Sep 25, 2016
  35. thinkcnc

    Shapes Plus 2016-09-03

    thinkcnc, Sep 3, 2016, Software
    CAD CAM
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    319
    Updated:
    Sep 3, 2016
  36. Bob K

    SketchuCam to Marlin gcode postprocessor 1.1 (no longer needed) 2016-08-21

    Bob K, Aug 21, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    converts SketchUcam gcode to a format that the Marlin firmware can use (with updated macro)
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    146
    Updated:
    Aug 21, 2016
  37. Hans Christian Thisen

    80mm Spindle Mount - HC design 2.0

    Hans Christian Thisen, Jul 6, 2016, 3D Printing Projects
    3 way mix - Spindle Mount for 1.5 kW watercooled Chinese spindle
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    132
    Updated:
    Aug 21, 2016
  38. mytechno3d

    Joining plates for 8020 and 6020 vslot rails 2016-08-16

    mytechno3d, Aug 16, 2016, Parts
    Joining plates for 8020 and 6020 vslot rails
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    108
    Updated:
    Aug 16, 2016
  39. Mark Carew

    What is V-Slot?

    Mark Carew, Aug 4, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    V-Slot® is a complete solution for the construction of modular motion systems
    5/5, 1 rating
    Updated:
    Aug 4, 2016
  40. Iwan Müller

    43mm Spindlemotor mount e.g. Kress 1050 Current Version Aug 2016

    Iwan Müller, Jan 1, 2015, 3D Printing Projects
    Z-Axis Spindlemotor Fitting
    5/5, 4 ratings
    Downloads:
    149
    Updated:
    Aug 1, 2016
  41. Rob Stehlik

    OpenBuilds Actuator Test Rig

    Rob Stehlik, Jul 29, 2016, Helpful Tools
    Actuator Testing for real world results
    5/5, 4 ratings
    Updated:
    Jul 29, 2016
  42. eddyg

    Speeds and feeds 2016-07-28

    eddyg, Jul 28, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    A great article describing speeds, feeds, climb and other required knowledge for new machinists
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    444
    Updated:
    Jul 28, 2016
  43. Mark Carew

    Super simple spindle RPM set up

    Mark Carew, Jul 25, 2016, Tutorials & Info
    Proper RPM on the lathe and mill increases tool life and productivity.
    5/5, 1 rating
    Updated:
    Jul 25, 2016
  44. Deon Engelmann

    Fusion 360 20x40 Profile 2016-07-06

    Deon Engelmann, Jul 6, 2016, Parts
    Fusion 360 2040 component to be used in CAD models
    2/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    592
    Updated:
    Jul 6, 2016
  45. MaryD

    Inexpensive Wood Blocks 2016-06-06

    MaryD, Jun 6, 2016, Parts
    3/4" x 5" Hardwood Samples - good for routing etc
    0/5, 0 ratings
    Downloads:
    15
    Updated:
    Jun 6, 2016
  46. TechGirl

    Openbuilds V-Slot Motor and Idler mounting plates for 2040 and 2060 1.0

    TechGirl, Apr 6, 2016, 3D Printing Projects
    Nema 17 motor mount and idler mount
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    211
    Updated:
    Apr 6, 2016
  47. Kyo

    Table Top Hotwire Cutter 2016-04-01

    Kyo, Apr 2, 2016, Helpful Tools
    Table top hot wire foam cutter with fence for accurate cuts designed in sketchup..
    5/5, 1 rating
    Downloads:
    78
    Updated:
    Apr 2, 2016
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