Hello All,
This is my first post here and I would like to start by saying this place and the people here are awesome. You guy's are so helpful and knowledgeable. I have been reading for a while and finally worked up enough guts to post without feeling stupid.
I am a mechanical engineer with experience in manual and CNC machining. I have been working on a design for a while and have enough to post some images from the CAD software I am using. My intention here is to develop an entry level machine, with good accuracy, and easy to build with minimal skill and tools. A electrical engineer buddy of mine is working on the motor controller for this design. We plan on releasing this design as an open source one once it is more complete. Here is what we have so far.
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Here are the specs I am designing for:
14" x 9" x 3" Range of Motion
+/-0.003" Accuracy
Fixed Gantry
$300-$400 Price Range (Including Motors and Controller)
PC Controller
Dremel or Small Router Spindle
MDF Frame
Rollerblade Bearings
NEMA 23 Motors
5/16" Allthread leadscrews
3/4" Drill Rod Rails
I know there is more but it is late so I will post them as I think of them. The purpose of this post is to solicit feedback on the design. You guy's have a tremendous amount of expierience and any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
Diamus