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  1. Tom Reijtenbach
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    Question regarding maximum X-axis length

    Hi everyone, I want to upgrade from a Lowrider 2 to a CNC machine based on the Openbuilds design. I noticed that the 1515 machine has a double...
    Thread by: Tom Reijtenbach, May 31, 2021, 1 replies, in forum: General Talk
  2. Chachin
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    C-Beam Plate Maker machining a Wooden Clamp

    Hello guys, Just sharing a video documenting how my stock C-Beam Plate Maker is performing out of the box cutting a simple clamp project. This...
    Thread by: Chachin, May 2, 2021, 0 replies, in forum: CNC Projects
  3. Allistar
    Thread

    Re-tapping the end of C-beams

    I purchased a kit from the Maker Store in Australia (because it's much cheaper to buy and ship to me in New Zealand). The kit was well laid out...
    Thread by: Allistar, Mar 4, 2021, 8 replies, in forum: General Talk
  4. Chris Wind
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    Non-Magnetic Hardware

    Hello all, I've just purchased the C-Beam machine as my first CNC. I've had my eye on Openbuilds for years, but couldn't justify the cost of my...
    Thread by: Chris Wind, Feb 19, 2021, 6 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  5. Chachin
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    C-Beam Plate Maker - First Cut!

    Hello guys, I'm sharing this video documenting my experience cutting for the first time with my OpenBuilds C-Beam Plate Maker! [MEDIA] I bought...
    Thread by: Chachin, Nov 14, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  6. Cadu Souza
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    Workbee Lead 1000x1000 Wheel Clearance too tight

    Hello Everybody! I'm in the process of putting together a Workbee Lead 1000x1000 CNC and when I tried to run the Z axis C-Beam trough the Z axis...
    Thread by: Cadu Souza, Oct 1, 2020, 8 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  7. Wayne Pennington
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    Z-Axis HW and Float Mechanism for New Plasma Build

    Please recommend a floating z-axis solution. I am assembling a new CNC machine for plasma cutting. It is planned to use a "C-Beam® XLarge Linear...
    Thread by: Wayne Pennington, Sep 4, 2020, 4 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  8. BismarckDon
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    Need some help - New build

    I just completed a C-Beam machine build per the YouTube instructional videos. Got to the point of downloading and installing the OpenBuilds...
    Thread by: BismarckDon, Jul 8, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  9. hmmmmm
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    AMB auto tool change vs Chinese ATC spindle

    Im gathering supplies for a CNC (Sphinx C Beam type setup but a bit larger, hoping to get to 1200x600) and would appreciate some advice on the...
    Thread by: hmmmmm, Jun 12, 2020, 1 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  10. David Nelson
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    Assembly issues with the C-Beam

    So I received my C-Beam. Very impressive, organized packaging I might add. Very impressive. —-We’re I’m having trouble is locating a way besides a...
    Thread by: David Nelson, May 12, 2020, 3 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  11. Chachin
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    C-Beam Plate Maker New Build Questions

    Hello, I am new to OpenBuilds and am in the process of building a C-Beam Plate Maker that's been sitting around new in the box for way too long!...
    Thread by: Chachin, Apr 5, 2020, 14 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  12. JP Scott
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    GT3 Clearance question

    Greetings, I have two items you to seek help. My skill with Autodesk Fusion 360 is limited at this time. So, I hope you help. 1) I need to know...
    Thread by: JP Scott, Jan 14, 2020, 0 replies, in forum: 3D printers
  13. JP Scott
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    C-Beam with Gantry ...distance question

    Happy Pre-Thanksgiving Monday! Hi All, Can someone provide the distance measurement of what is added from C-Beam to top of installed gantry? Plz...
    Thread by: JP Scott, Nov 25, 2019, 3 replies, in forum: Helpful Tools
  14. MRES1
    Thread

    Maximun load on C-BEAM

    Fris of all I'm new to open builds :) So if this is not the correct place to ask this just let me know. I'm thinking about mounting something...
    Thread by: MRES1, Nov 12, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: Other Builds
  15. Hodofca
    Thread

    Ooznest workbee wheels clearance too tight

    I'm in the process of assembling workbee 1500x1500 (screw driven) and I came across of a strange problem. After assembling Y plates and moving the...
    Thread by: Hodofca, Nov 9, 2019, 9 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  16. damian_Poland
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    differences between C-BEAM and V-SLOT

    Hey, I create a new 3D model and I noticed differences in models between V-SLOT and C-BEAM profiles. The difference is small but applies to the...
    Thread by: damian_Poland, Sep 4, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: CAD
  17. Jacob123
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    Plans for upgrading Workbee

    Hey everyone. First of all I want to thank everyone for all the wisdom, advice, and inspiration I have found on this forum. I am wanting to...
    Thread by: Jacob123, Aug 21, 2019, 3 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  18. Allistar
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    Upgrading Solsylva build

    Hi all, I built my 25"x25" Solsylva build a few years ago and I've been able to make some amazing projects with it. I use a Makita laminate...
    Thread by: Allistar, Aug 19, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: CNC Mills/Routers
  19. Fabian Cojman
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    Speeds and Feeds Help

    Hello, I am currently building a custom C-beam machine which is very similar to the standard C-beam machine openbuild sells but features two rails...
    Thread by: Fabian Cojman, Jul 5, 2019, 1 replies, in forum: OpenBuilds Forum Help
  20. Marcwolf
    Thread

    Fusion 360 & OpenBuilds C-Beam Machine

    Hi Folks I have been playing around with a small CAM program called Carbide Create, however I now feel I have outgrown it's capabilities. I have...
    Thread by: Marcwolf, Mar 27, 2019, 2 replies, in forum: CAM
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