The computer that controls my CNC router is too far away from the router itself. I could have just moved a table and a computer closer to the machine, but that's no fun! But you know what is? Overbuilding a custom solution! Join me as I design, pivot, weld, route, 3d print, and solder my way to a new solution to this problem!
Supplemental Content:
- Download code from Github: https://github.com/KalebTheMaker/CNC_ControlPanel
Bill of Material:
| Product Name | Manufacturer | Quantity | Buy Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITW SWITCHES Industrial Pushbutton Switch, 59 Series, 13.6 mm, SPST-NO-DB, Momentary, Square, Red | ITW SWITCHES | 6 | Buy Now |
| ARDUINO NANO 33 IOT W/HEADER DEVELOPMENT BOARD | ARDUINO | 1 | Buy Now |
| NKK SWITCHES Toggle Switch, On-Off, SPST, Non Illuminated, 20 A, Panel Mount | NKK SWITCHES | 1 | Buy Now |
| GRAYHILL Rotary Switch, 4 Position, 1 Pole, 90 °, 150 mA, 220 V, 50 Series | GRAYHILL | 1 | Buy Now |
| LED, RGB, Hyper Red, Green, Blue, Through Hole, T-1 3/4 (5mm), 60 °, Round, R 20mA, G 20mA, B 20mA | KINGBRIGHT | 1 | Buy Now |
Additional Parts:
| Product Name |
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Rii K18 Wireless 3-LED backlit multimedia keyboard |
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Handwheel CNC, 5v 60mm diameter 4 terminal manual pulse generator |
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Raspberry Pi Screen 10.1 Inch Touchscreen Monitor 1024x600 Portable HDMI Monitor |
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3mm Acrylic |
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3/4" Oak |
