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Epic build! can't wait to see it run :)

Thanks mate, appreciate the kind words. Would have loved to attend the expo too, but alas, Im all the way in Durban :)

Im afraid my inability to edit the post leaves me unable to fix all the typos :( the power supply for the spindle is a 100V 6A unit (600W)

And.. the video as promised. Its a quick-and-dirty one :o

https://youtu.be/8YVnJIzER_c

First flash the GRBL software to your arduino (see previous post)

You will then need CAD software to design the paths, something like Inkscape (free).
Then you will need CAM software to create...

To use DC motors on a CNC, you will need rotary or strip encoders for step and direction input. Im not sure what shield you can use but there are lots of tutorials on Youtube of builds using rotary...

Hi, you most certainly can. The shield was designed to work with the A4988 drivers. Are you able to move the machine from the control panel at all?

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GRBL Controller is only compatible up to v0.9. I use GRBL1.1 with the Autodesk Fusion 360 plugin by tapnair and UGS Platform. If you use Autodesk Fusion 360, I highly recommend this....

Ah man, thanks for spotting that typo, yes they are indeed A4988 drivers :) I cant seem to edit my post but I'll update it as soon as I figure that out. I should also have mentioned that the power...

Great! Ill check your log out :) I just posted mine as well, check here

The spindle costed around R1600, but I'm expecting some duties so I'd say around R2000 landed and 2 week delivery (If...

Hey guys,

I'm a hobbyist of many disciplines and I love building, creating. There was a point where I realised I'd reached the limits of what my hands alone were able to create and that I needed...

Hey bud!

Thanks for the reply :) I wound up ordering a 500w 12krpm chinese supplier. Should arrive late next week. Comes with a clamp and power supply, It worked out really cheap, even with...

Hi folks!

I hope someone can point me in the direction of a local supplier in South Africa who carries spindle kits. I have found some from reputable chinese retailers but not to keen on the wait...

Hey Daryl,

Im from Durban Western Suburbs and I'm building a CNC mill from scratch using Arduino. Pm me if you wanna chat - more than willing to share what I know :)

John