New build, Joe 2006

[joecnc2006]

I too live in Canada and Brofasco has the Acme nuts and threaded rods.
They had them in stock and picked them up the same day.
Try them!
I originally purchased the 4x4 plans and started to build but then though I should build the original jgro design to learn and crash it first. I am midway through the build and hopefully this weekend will have it all together.
After the jgro version is complete I will use it to cut parts for the 2006 machine and then possibly build the 4x4 since it is the most expensive machine with the lead screws and v-groove bearings. I have friends at many suppliers so all parts have come either as samples or very cheaply.
I ordered the Hobby CNC 3 axis pro kit but I bought the 305oz-in kit. Is likely overkill for the first machine but will see what happens. Atleast if I use these steppers on the second version I won't have to buy a second kit????

If you get the Hobby CNC pro kit make sure to get it so you will have room to add a 4th axis, for the 4x4 later on, I have several people using the Hobby CNC Pro kit on the 4x4 with great success. also look into the current reduction mod for it.

Here is an example of one Ernie did and works well for him, he has rapids over 300ipm on his 4x4.

Joe

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Well another set back and a learning experience.

The slide bearings I did were not acurate enough and had to redo the steel ones with aluminum. The way the steel rounded at the 90 's made it very hard to get the proper measurement for the bearings. I did goof and a couple of the bearings were out about a 1/32ad of an inch, not good so I bit the bullet and did them all again out of the aluminum, them little puppies turned out great this time.

I have to stop this trying to reinvent the wheel. HAD I FOLLOWED the instructions and used the aluminum, I would not have wasted 4 1/2 hours, not to mention material.

I got all the holes in the HDPE drilled and tapped with the 1/4 - 20 tap. I think there was a million of them holes. I did progress today but did not get the the Y and Z axis put together,,,,,, tomorrow if things go good.

A couple of phots to show the different set up I chose this time, it seemed to work much better.

I have learned again, so a GOOD Day!

John

[joecnc2006]

looks good, part of the fun is seeing it come together.

joe

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Richviper, may I ask the cost of the rod and nuts. Brofasco does not have a web site but do have a phone number. Do you have any more information on them, email etc.

Thanks
John

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I did manage to put my gantry assembly together today as well started the table and shelving unit under the router. I had very liitle trouble and it came together without a snag. I have a few photos of the build and a couple of more jigs, to aide in the assembly.

Is that puppy ever heavy, and I am still trying to convince the better half to share the front room. Something about noise and saw dust, Oh my,,,, whine, whine, whine. I need a bigger shop! orrrrr, we put Scott's drums on the back poarch,,, works for me!

Hope you enjoy the photos.

John/Scott

[joecnc2006]

John deere colors

Put the machine on rollers, you will not be sorry, I use to move the 2006 my myself, what a pain without help.

Joe

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Today was a great day, my acme rod came, I got the puppy together, with help from my shop buddy Scott. Actually things went together with very few snags and the progress can be seen. Scott and I managed a shop day with very few disagreements we both have good ideas and we both are opinionated. He keeps me thinking young.

Scott is not happy with the colours, I like the colour. Joe this is for your daughter I think she picked the colours for your first one, I am sure I read that on a post. I happen to like the colours.

I now have to get serious on the couplings, other set bearings, and motors. We have a computer and monitor but the programs are going to be costly. (Mach3 and Vcarve). Then the final kick is the router, Scott knows what we need there.

Hope you enjoy the photos.

John/Scott

[CanSir]

Scott's right and you're wrong.

I like the dark green that you painted the base, but green and yellow is.... ummm... horrendous? Yep - that's the word.

If it's parked in your shop though, you get to pick the color(s). The MDF is sealed and that's what counts.

[Bertram]

You stick to your guns John. I was ragged mercilessly for my choice of colour for my Joes 4x4, but eventually people come around....

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CanSir

I wanted Joes main body to shine through and the colors are a favorite of mine for quite awhile, I will post a photo of my first thickness sander I built a couple of years ago....... OH my what pretty colors. I hope Scott does not see this.

Bertram,

I like the colors of your 4x4, I would choose them for my second thickness sander, but I could picture the fight between the colors. BTW a great job on your 4x4, that will be our second build, more punishment for us.

Thanks for the feed back, I do appreciate opinions. I am sure Bertram and I are on the cutting edge of a new fad for color choices for tools.

Have a great day

John/Scott

[Gryphin]

How sturdy is that table/leg system you have in the third pic of the 2006 up there? been pondering what type of table system I was going to build for mine once i get going. Yours look simple enough, but I think I'd personally add some crossbracing, since it feels like all the rocking stress would have to be braced by the machine itself, on top of it already dampening the gantry movement.

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Hi gryphin

The leg ststem as it stands is quite sturdy"IF" we had no movement. I am personally going to reinforce it With braces, as well I am in the process of installing wheels for the movement in the shop.

There is a shelf system going in and possible drawers, if I get real spunky to build the drawers. I will be posting some photos of the wheels and shelf and further bracing tonight.

Thanks for asking and you are right, the way it is would not be good for the movement.

John/Scott