Just before Christmas, Kerry got a very nice clock based on a Frank Lloyd Wright ‘Exhibition’ design. We liked the looks of the clock, but for the space it was in, we wished it was slightly larger diameter. Also the face was about 3/8″ thick, but, due to the mechanism, … Continue reading
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From your ‘neighborhood’ CNC router
CNC Router, First Trial Run!
I’ve been busy getting the CNC Router assembled, aligned, powered, and controlled via software. After MUCH learning, I was able to have my first trial run today! Using CNC code that produces a 2D ‘sketch’ of the RoadRunner, the Router was run through its paces. I ran the first couple … Continue reading
CNC Router, Day 5
There was a lot of machining and alignment today. As a result, I now have the X Axis pretty much ready to be tested. The lead screws, pulleys, timing belt, and motor are in place. Now all I need is the Stepper Motor driver to run the motor. The driver … Continue reading