Monthly Archives: May 2019

Nice looking CNC plotter from CDROMS

Posted on May 31, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice looking plotter build. I was a bit leery about the “cheap” cost of this when I saw a dedicated motor controller board for the arduino. Til I found it on banggood for 3-4 dollars.

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clever use of an old motor spindle for sanding

Posted on May 30, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author uses the old spindle to hold sandpaper for a slapping like sander. Neat idea. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/innovative-idea-homemade-tool-new-project-71163-4?homelistings#post132205

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Turning a cheap tire air compressor into a vaccum pump

Posted on May 29, 2019 by robertwilkie

I have seen folks use the compressors out of old frig’s do this, but this is a first time for one of the little tire pumps that I have seen. Its a nice build if you want to make a … Continue reading →

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Nice 3D print accessories for your quick clamps

Posted on May 29, 2019 by robertwilkie

I wonder if they will fit on harbor freight ends too. I bookmarked this one to try a few prints out and see if they do. https://www.instructables.com/id/More-3D-Printed-Gadgets-for-Woodworking/

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Nice sand paper cutter

Posted on May 28, 2019 by robertwilkie

I like the build, and its on my list of things to make. A few things I would do different is a guide for the edge of the sandpaper on one end. And I think I would use craft cutoff … Continue reading →

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Nice simple plywood mover

Posted on May 28, 2019 by robertwilkie

Simple build of a holder with wheels. Not so sure I would make one like this as I would use another build I made. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/ultimate-2-wheel-dolly-free-plans-72466?homelistings#post131870

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Print out your own Dust Collector

Posted on May 27, 2019 by robertwilkie

This was too amusing. The author basically designed and 3D printed out a dust collector vacuum. Me…I think I would just make one out of scraps. https://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Vacuum-Cleaner-for-a-CNC-Machine/

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Make a knife rack

Posted on May 24, 2019 by robertwilkie

I like this build, all done with a table saw too. https://www.familyhandyman.com/storage-organization/how-to-make-a-knife-rack-for-inside-your-cabinet/

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Interesting way to recycle old bike chains

Posted on May 23, 2019 by robertwilkie

The author takes 9-11 links of a bike chain, and puts the key chain on each end to not just make it a keychain tool, but an improv weapon for defense when needed. https://www.instructables.com/id/Self-defense-Tactical-Key-Chain/

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Cut up a grinder disc for multiple dremel disks

Posted on May 22, 2019 by robertwilkie

Interesting idea, The author cut up a 1.2mm thick grinder disc into 5 wheels that fit onto a dremel. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/how-make-discs-dremel-fast-cheap-72366?homelistings#post131282

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