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You can use the CNC to cut the MDF into 60x41 inch sections with 1in rabbet edges. Glue them edge to edge and then surface the board with a spoilboard bit.

Hey all,

I would like to build a 3d printer for my kids to play with.

I already have a CNC router (5x10 ft table, 2.2kw spindle) and was wondering if anyone knows of open source 3d printer...

These are take-outs from decommissioned equipment. Guaranteed working, but I have not tested them.

Aerotech A3200 Ndrive Servo Amplified Motion Controller #1

Aerotech A3200 Ndrive Servo...

Thanks Bob. The belts are doing quite well at that length. When powered up, I can push/pull on the gantry and the motors hold its position with no problems. I'm using McMaster part# 1840K1 XL belt,...

Thanks. The sketchup model was partially to help me understand how the parts fit together, but ended up being indispensable once I decided to enlarge the cutting area and add the second X motor.

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I have a whole gallery of build images over at flickr.

There are a few things I would do differently. If you think you want to make similar modifications to the plans, I have some advice I would...

I just finished my build and have a functioning CNC router after about two years of intermittent work. This is very exciting.

My original plan was to build a Mechmate machine with a 48x96 bed, but...

I just finished my build of a modified (24x24 cutting bed) router based on the Momus plans. GREAT design, by the way, and excellent documentation and plans.

Link to my photo gallery is below. Feel...

You should look into the Lasersaur cutter - Lasersaur by Nortd Labs

Also, try posting your questions in the Laser Cutter area of the forums. You will get more replies and help there.

Good luck...