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I built my board a while ago and had problems finding a suitable power supply.

I finnaly got an AT Power Supply that i could get an output of 15V 20A from. I connected this to the board, and i got...

I used the -5v and the +12v to give me an output of 17V because when the i measured the voltage on 12V to ground it gave me a reading of 11V, as the board needs 12 to 42VDC, i used the -5V to lift it...

Would the one on ebay be suitable or not????

I looked at building my own PSU but could find anywhere in the uk to buy the components from at a reasonable price, and unfortunately i only have one...

I've now completed the build of my hobby cnc board, and tried to use the motors using an old AT Power supply i found lying around. I did not modify the power supply in any way I just connected the...

Hey thanks, i did some digging around and found instructions, Thanks for your help.

David

Sorry, its the 3axis hobbycnc pro rev 1.

Thanks
David

I'm trying to design a cnc machine which will require minimal work to build, I have tried to build one out of MDF but my joinery skills arent up to scratch so it either shakes wobles or is very...

Hi i need to set the potentiometer and jumpers on my cnc board, but i have lost the instructions could anybody explain how i do this.

I am using the 3 axis board
and the 8wire 1.85Nm from motion...

Will the tutorial for modifying the ATX Powersupply On The HobbyCNC Website Work in The UK.

Also how do i connect my motors, controllers, and power supply.

Does the power supply goto the...

Ok I think i'm getting there now. i edit some bits of the g-code and it seemed to run fine on mach 3 so that hopefully means it will cut ok????

i've been looking around for a dremel/rotary tool...

I've had a go with a cam program, and produced a g-code (i think).

I'll attach it and see if i'm on the right track.

I ran the code on cncsimulator and it all worked except the holes inside the...

You are right in assuming they are control panels, and i have another 50+ designs. I'm trying to replicate a 737 cockpit.

The holes do go all through except the ones on the cut 3mm layer which...

WOW i hope my engraving comes out that good, doubt it will. my machine isnt looking to good at the minute. I'm just waiting for my hobbycnc board and motors then i can give it a try.

Are the...

Will my a machine not cut square corners???

if not i supose i'll have to get my file out and get some sore arms.

thanks

I have created my drawings i would like to cut on autocad 2004. but i am having trouble getting them onto a cam program or to gcode.

I will be cutting onto 6mm perspex, there are 3 layers on the...

Thanks thats just what i've been looking for!! I seen the ball screws on there would they replace the nut i embedded in the MDF to act as the screw or am i mistaken.

Thanks David

I was going to order my stepper motors from motion control products, i was going to order either three 3Nm motors or three 1.8Nm Motors. The Only problem is motion control products are out of stock...

After 5 fail attempts i finally got my machine nearly done. I've now got to the electronics. The only thing is i know little about electronics. So i was wondering what the cheapest driver board is, i...

Are these motors unipolar, as i know they have to be with the hobbycnc controller. Is the Other motor better better as it has 3Nm. I know you usually get what you pay for.

Thanks
David

I'm looking to build the router off the website buildyourcnc.com, and am trying to work out what stepper motors i will need. The longest axis will travel 1m, and i am going to use the hobbycnc board...

Thanks very much for the help. The boards i linked to which one is i need. I am unsure.

Which board would you recommend, i noticed most people use the hobby cnc boards, but they seem expensive in...

Heres Where its upto so far.

http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005710415719457836

Ignore the bad cutting, its my very poor craftsmanship!!!

If you could help me with what motors i need...

I have recently been building my CNC router Frame, and am ready to purchase the stepper motors and controller.

I can get 4 nema23 motors for £35. Specs are:
- Rated current 1.2A
- Rotor...

I've just finished building the frame for my cnc machine, and now need a set of 3 stepper motors, and a good but cheap controller. Does any one know what sort of spec i need. I have seen 4 nema23...

Thanks i'll give it a try

I have never done any CNC cutting before but am building a machine, I am competent with AutoCAD 2004, both 2D and 3D Solids. The models i want to cut are drawn in 3D. Is there a free program to...

I've just finished building the frame for my cnc machine, and now need a set of 3 stepper motors, and a good but cheap controller. Does any one know what sort of spec i need. I have seen 4 nema23...

I have been working on an adjusted design to jgro's router, (in metric). but dont know how to connect the gantry to the threaded rod. what is the best way to do this.

??? Do i just put a 1inch...

Do all printers have stepper motors because i have two old ones sat on the side doing nothing. For new ones, would these be any good.
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Which one would be suitable on that website, i am trying to keep the cost extremely low!!

I have found this one else where.

Quality product from MINEBEA this NEMA 23 frame motor features:
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