Hello from Canada, new to CNC plasma built my own table 53X63in can fit a 48x48in sheet
Based on the JDG v2.0 design before they released the XL version.
Dual Y axis motors, using linear bearings on X and Y.
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Welcome aboard, Many DIY types here so you will fit in nicely. I would suggest adding a water table to your table to keep the dust down, that stuff can easily get into places you don't want it to. Looks like you making clean cut and have a great start. You can use the search function for a good look around and down load files to cut. Have fun
DIY 4X4 Plasma/Router Table
Hypertherm PM65 Machine Torch
Drag Knife and Scribe
Miller Mig welder
13" metal lathe
Small Mill
Everlast PowerTig 255 EXT
Hypertherm PM65 Machine Torch
Drag Knife and Scribe
Miller Mig welder
13" metal lathe
Small Mill
Everlast PowerTig 255 EXT
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Scoobieguy - you have a great looking setup there! What software are you using to design and create your cut paths?
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I use inkscape and purchassed sheetcam these 2 programs were the easiest learning curve, the table software is based on Openbuilds grbl 1.1g which makes it a bit hard to find post processors that work on a custom table. I'll be testing one from blouchip later this week.
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Inkscape is one of my "Go-To" programs. I like SheetCam as well. These are probably the 2 most popular cad/cam programs used my members here. I like GRBL as well. I build a small diy cnc router/engraver as few years ago using the GRBL/Arduino combination. Great fun!!
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Just in case you have any interest, here are a few photos of my diy router/engraver/plasma cutter. It was lots of fun to build.
It's kind of small, but good for small hobby stuff and was a great experience learning about the GRBL/Arduino.
David
It's kind of small, but good for small hobby stuff and was a great experience learning about the GRBL/Arduino.
David
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Nice setup David, i'd love to add on a laser engraver too, still lots to learn with the plasma cutting.
Currently I have a cheap high frequency plasma torch, I plan to upgrade this one first.
I also plan upgrade the mainboard to another type.