CNC G-code plans.

Hey Ben ,

could you give people your g code plans for the cnc because i want to build one and my father has a huge cnc router at his fastory so i could load em up on it and cut away.

It would be sweet if you could put a link or sumthing.

thanks

benheck over 14 years ago

I can get some vector art files for the parts. I will try and upload those today.
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Former Member over 14 years ago in reply to benheck

I've seen a lot of your work, and been really impressed. I've seen both episodes & I've liked them both. One request would be to document the builds & post plans on the projects. I realize this probably quadrupals the work, but I think it would greatly increase the usefulness. I've been looking to build a CNC, and I the look of yours. A couple of questions, though:

1. What is the stock you are using to build the gantry?
2. You had the pieces CNC cut it looks - did you have another machine, use a service, or what?
3. Could you give a ball park on the cost?
4. What software did you use?

Thanks, and can't wait to see the plans!
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bonestm over 14 years ago

Great show! Really impressed with the production quality and content. I agree with Kevin that show notes seem to be the only thing I am left wanting other than another show! I noticed that you provided some part numbers on screen. It would be great to have Part lists where to get them. Along with any code used. This would in my opinion really complete the experience especially for those that try to replicate the mods seen on the show. I understand that some viewers just need the concept , like a seed planted in their heads, to get started on a project. But there are some that are just starting off and need a bit more help.

Thanks for the hard work! And congrats on an AWESOME SHOW!!
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lalder over 14 years ago

Great show ! Totaly loved it!!
Please post,plans and code!!
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Ironaxe over 14 years ago

Any news on the Plans ? ( Or did i just missed them ? ^^)
Anyways, congrats to your amazing show
Keep up the great work.
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Former Member over 14 years ago in reply to benheck

GREAT! SHOW! YOU'RE THE BEST!

But, PLEASE! we would really love to have the plans.
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Former Member over 14 years ago

Excellent show! I'm very interested in future episodes. I especially liked the CNC build. I assume the arduino interpreted the g code and controlled the stepper driver. Where did the software come from? Is there an open source solution available?

**EDIT**
Reprap supplies the firmware open source for interpreting G Code which seems to me to be very easily modifiable. Theyre also a source for the Sanguino board Ben used instead of the Arduino. It has more memory, output pins, and a much better processor than the duemilanove, but still compatible with arduino.
http://www.reprap.org/wiki/Microcontroller_firmware_installation

Here's a link to the source code:
http://sourceforge.net/projects/reprap/
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