This is my new cnc constructed with 1/2" thick 6061-T6511 Aluminum Flat Bar / Plate; the top (cutting area) as well as the two Gantry pcs and all the X & Z axes pcs will be with Aluminum tooling MIC6 plate. I have chosen the Zinc coated socket head cap screws just for the looks. In comparison, the same screws in black oxide finish are half the cost.
The two Gantry pcs are temporary for now and I will remake them when the cnc is working is an “S” shape to provide better weight distribution on the X axis.
The cutting area will by Y=36”, X=26”, Z=12”. The bottom white table has caster to move the machine when needed plus levelling legs to level the machine in the new location. The linear rails and ballscrews are from China (Chai). I have chosen the ER16 Taig Spindle along with the Sherline Variable Speed motor and their two step pulleys. This combination will give me a good choice of speed.
The Gecko G540 4 Axis drive will drive the four motors which are 276oz.in, 2.8A and they have these covers at the end which makes for a neat installation. All electrical items and the spindle were purchased from Soigeneris.com who provided me with an excellent service.
As the build continuous, I will be adding more pics and info