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CNC Router - Homebrew
Make/Model
Original machine was custom built by Ron Bean and Tom Gondek at Milwaukee Makerspace. Since it has arrived at The Bodgery it has been rebuilt and modified primarily by Alex Kovell, Tony Roman, and Chris Kaufmann.
Specs
Software G-code is sent to the board via browser based Chilipeppr. Serial Port JSON Server is required to send the G-code.
Work area 24“ x 32.5”
(1) Dewalt DWP611 Compact Router (http://www.dewalt.com/tools/woodworking-routers-dwp611.aspx)
Amps 7.0Amps Horsepower 1-1/4HP No Load Speed 16,000-27,000rpm Collet Diameter 1/4“ Spindle Lock 12 position Tool Weight 4.6lbs
(2) Oriental Motor Co. VEXTA C6244-9212K stepper motors (X,Y axes)
5.7V, 1.6A, 1.8 degrees/step, current limited - running 24v
One of original X,Y motors burned out, they have been replaced with:
NEMA23 425oz/in 2.8A Stepper Motor ¼” Dual shaft (KL23H286-20-8B) http://www.automationtechnologiesinc.com/products-page/stepper-motors/kl23h286-20-8b
Wiring diagram: TODO link to pdf here
(1) ALM 90130-25-SPA stepper motor (Z-axis)
5.7V, 1.6A, 1.8 degrees/step, current limited - running 24v
(2) Microtel SP-150-24IER power supplies
150 watt, 115vAC/1ph/60Hz 2.5 amp input, 24VDC 6.3 amp outputny
(3) TinyG v8 controller board
Bits 1/4 to 1/8 step down collet. We have a few 1/8” cutting head, 1/8“ shank, chipbreaker bits. Please provide your own bits if you wish to do anything specific or precise.
History
17/04/2016 Started a timeline 2015 Acquired Homebrew CNC from Milwaukee Makerspace 2015 Purchased TinyG v8 controller board 17/04/2016 Replaced X,Y steppers with NEMA23 425oz/in 2.8A Stepper Motor ¼” Dual shaft (KL23H286-20-8B)