Using printers parts to build foam cutter.

[Rypper]

Hello,

I have a couple of large multi-function (HP OfficeJet) mechanically working printers that I could break down for parts for a foam cutter.

Has anyone done this, are there plans available.

Thanks for any info,

Tom

[vulcom1]

Tom,
I am building one for RC models at the moment and waiting for the electronic for it. If you do a search you should find some or the Yahoo cnc foamcutters has some also to look at.
If yours is for doing wing cores and stuff you need four steppers and preferably matched. That is why I went the purchase route. Could not get the same motors out of all the ones I tore apart.
If you need any help I would be glad to give the little advice that I know.
John

[MnotLyon]

I've got an old plotter I could part with cheap if that would be a better platform. It handles D size sheets.