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Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Jeff Powers, Nov 17, 2020.

  1. Jeff Powers

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    Jeff Powers published a new build:

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  2. Rick 2.0

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    In situations like this it's probably easier just to contact the parts store and tell them what you need, ie. a "Sphinx 55 with an [x] length Z-axis" and have them send you a quote. They do custom work all the time. But don't worry about having to pay an absurd "custom work price". They don't do that. The Sphinx 55 used to be a stock build with the store and they will know just how much to add and subtract to get you what you need.

    That being said though, it would be a lot less expensive to buy 4 actuators plus the few extra framing parts you need and just build a simple custom system.
     
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    Thank you @Rick 2.0
    @Jeff Powers this looks like a great build that is right in line with the OpenBuilds mission, to make cutting edge tools available to everyone. I hope this Build will be one that will go on to help others at a fraction of the cost.
    This is how OpenBuilds and its caring community is helping to change the world for the better! :thumbsup:
     
  4. Jeff Powers

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    I just reread this and realized that I did just the opposite of what you suggested and ordered a complete Sphinx 55. However I'm glad I did that as I'd rather start off with something so well documented--I watched part of the How To video and learned a lot about how it goes together. Once I have the base and XY actuators built and working I'll just order a longer Z actuator and keep the additional short actuator for something else.

    Thanks, Jeff
     

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