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Build Your Own CNC Router

This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series Build Your Own CNC Router

I have wanted a CNC Router since the day I saw a video on the internet of one in action. Today I finally made up my mind to venture out and build one for myself. Continue reading

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Designing a CNC Router

This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series Build Your Own CNC Router

The design I’ve chosen for my machine consists of a series of C-shaped components that house aluminum angle to which skateboard bearings are attached that roll along two lengths of black steel 3/4″ pipe. Continue reading

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Designing the Y Axis for a CNC Router

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series Build Your Own CNC Router

The Y-axis is essentially the same as the Z-axis except it is larger and is turned horizontal instead of vertical. Continue reading

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Designing the X Axis for the CNC Router

This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Build Your Own CNC Router

The X-axis is the backbone of the entire CNC Router onto which all other components travel. Continue reading

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