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  1. Thread: JRGO Build

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    Re: JRGO Build

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  2. Thread: JRGO Build

    by Fyddler
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    Re: JRGO Build

    Hard to believe it's been 6 years. I have had other projects and the CNC has spent time off and on collecting dust. I ended up replacing the X and Y axis screws with real lead screws and...
  3. Re: Machine finished - Help diagnose my rigidity weakness

    I'm no engineer, but to me it would seem a plate on top, and one on back would be best that way you are covered in both directions.

    Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk
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    +1! Even if it was not quite as functional, the...

    +1! Even if it was not quite as functional, the price point is going to make it very attractive.
  5. Thread: Bits

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    I have had good luck with these guys. ...

    I have had good luck with these guys.

    http://www.centuriontools.com
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    Currently I have a JRGO that I built, but I...

    Currently I have a JRGO that I built, but I really need to replace my drive screws with something better than what I have now. It works, but slow And sloppy. I use v-carve that someone else owns at...
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    I have had my CNC machine on the back burner for...

    I have had my CNC machine on the back burner for a year, and really need to get it going again. I just saw this post and had to say THANK YOU in advance. I have been hoping for a cost effective...
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    It's Spam. He has 4 posts total, they are all...

    It's Spam. He has 4 posts total, they are all mostly off topic and include a link to a web site...
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    They are purchased, not manufactured parts, thus...

    They are purchased, not manufactured parts, thus no detail drawings.
  10. Thread: JRGO Build

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    Thanks! Unfortunately I couldn't justify a 4x8...

    Thanks! Unfortunately I couldn't justify a 4x8 to my wife. The way it is I am going to have to sneak the joes 2006 build, One piece at a time.
  11. Thread: JRGO Build

    by Fyddler
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    IT CUTS! I was so excited I thru some scrap...

    IT CUTS!

    I was so excited I thru some scrap lumber and a sheet of particle board on it to cut. It has been a few weeks and have had lots of fun. Now I need to start cutting parts for my Joes...
  12. Thread: JRGO Build

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    Motors mounted, end bearings in place. Ready to...

    Motors mounted, end bearings in place. Ready to wire and test! Hope to be cutting wood tonight.

    So excited I havnt finished the working table yet, just going to throw on a piece of particle...
  13. Thread: JRGO Build

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    Updated Pics! Main assemply complete. Playing...

    Updated Pics!

    Main assemply complete. Playing around with options for lead screw bearings. Ordered motors. Hope to be cutting in a week or so.
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    I am using tapped MDF with CA soaked threads. So...

    I am using tapped MDF with CA soaked threads. So far I have not had any issues, but i have been very careful not to reef on the bolts.
  15. Thread: JRGO Build

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    The board has 18A max listed on it. I double...

    The board has 18A max listed on it. I double checked the driver paper work and it clearly states that a stepper motor rated at 2.5A will draw 5A. I assume this is due to the rating being PER PHASE...
  16. Thread: JRGO Build

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    I am definately a noob, so I am no expert, but...

    I am definately a noob, so I am no expert, but the instructions that came with my HobbyCNC Driver board stated to make sure that my power supply was rated at 2X what my steppers were.

    Even their...
  17. Thread: JRGO Build

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    CarvOne: Thanks. I was hoping that was the...

    CarvOne:
    Thanks. I was hoping that was the case. From reading I had figgured that the important thing was to not use the on-board vid.

    archer3d:
    I plan on documenting the 3rd power supply...
  18. Thread: JRGO Build

    by Fyddler
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    JRGO Build

    I have started my first Home built CNC router. I have most of the MDF pieces cut, just need to finish drilling holes. Hope to start puting things together this weekend.

    HobbyCNC EZ Driver...
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    Getting close, Materials purchased, Controller...

    Getting close, Materials purchased, Controller ordered, Wifes projects on hold.

    Hope to start build next week.
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    HA I should have her todo list done by end of...

    HA I should have her todo list done by end of week (well... most of it). I hope to start picking away at the sub-components next weekend, but work and side jobs will prevent any major build until...
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    Thanks!

    Well, I just finished reading 5 years worth of posts on this thread. I am so glad I found this design. I just purchased my bearings, and will be off and building in no time... As soon as I finish...
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