Category Archives: CNC/3D-printing

Did you want to use a Vinyl Cutter with Linux?

Posted on June 9, 2017 by robertwilkie

If so here is a a nice write up on how to use Inkscape with Ubuntu and a Silhoeutte cutter.  Been toying with the idea of getting a cutter for a few years myself. http://www.instructables.com/id/Inkscape-Silhouette-UbuntuRPi/ Another write up here https://petervojtek.github.io/diy/2015/01/19/cutting-down-costs-of-cutting-with-silhouette-cutter.html … Continue reading →

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A mini 3D printed Lathe

Posted on June 8, 2017 by robertwilkie

Now I have seen it all.  The author 3D printed out most of the parts for a small wood lathe.  the build is pretty impressive, but..would I do it?  Not sure, I think I could get a cheap chinese one … Continue reading →

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Nice write-up on how to make a hose adapter

Posted on June 8, 2017 by robertwilkie

Pretty good write up if you need to make an adapter from one size to another.  The authors are using Fusion360 for the CAD bit. https://www.instructables.com/id/3d-Model-and-Print-Hose-Adapters/

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Adding a DRO to a CNC

Posted on May 31, 2017 by robertwilkie

Or manual Lathe/bridgeport/etc.  Pretty interesting build (included a few others too).  I think I like the older one at the bottom that uses a tablet. http://hackaday.com/2017/05/26/making-an-inexpensive-dro/ http://hackaday.com/2012/09/24/adding-digital-readout-to-a-non-cnc-mill/  

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OK adding this to the list of things to build

Posted on May 26, 2017 by robertwilkie

A sand/zen garden.  This looks easier to make than a CNC since its only two axis and a big magnet.  Making the “sandbox” maybe more of a challenge.  And as the article says, its been done other times too (I … Continue reading →

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Another use for a larger CNC, make window art

Posted on May 24, 2017 by robertwilkie

Not so sure I would go this fancy, but I like the idea the author had going here where he added in decor to a plain window. http://makezine.com/2017/05/23/cnc-routing-12-foot-wide-piece-window-art/

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Another simple CDROM CNC plotter

Posted on May 22, 2017 by robertwilkie

Another nice build with an arduino.  The author uses an arduino nano and some L293D chips which keeps the cost down compared to some CNC CDROM builds.  I also like the use of a pen spring to help keep the … Continue reading →

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Use a vinyl cutter to make circuit boards

Posted on May 18, 2017 by robertwilkie

OK this is pretty funny, the author uses a vinyl cutter to help make circuit board.  Not a bad idea. Cameo Cutter Makes SMD Stencils

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Pretty impressive CNC build

Posted on May 15, 2017 by robertwilkie

This one made hackaday.  This a pretty impressive build with everything being bought from off the shelf.  I like how he went over the design decisions he ended up making. http://www.instructables.com/id/3-Axis-CNC-Milling-Machine/

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Nice 3D printed cat ears

Posted on May 8, 2017 by robertwilkie

Of course these ears won’t make me look that good.  But its a nice project just the same. https://www.instructables.com/id/ElectronicKittyEars-Headset-DIY/

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