X-Controller information and CAD Files:
http://x-carve-instructions.inventables ... ontroller/
https://workbench.grabcad.com/workbench ... ink/219570
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- Wed Mar 16, 2016 2:32 pm
- Forum: Assembly
- Topic: X-Controller Issue (Y stepping issues) - Resolved
- Replies: 14
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- Tue Feb 16, 2016 2:03 pm
- Forum: Discussion
- Topic: L-Cheapo Laser with Shapeoko 3
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2904
Re: L-Cheapo Laser with Shapeoko 3
I did a quick test yesterday with curves, straight lines, and turning the laser off and on, and it came out great! https://discuss.inventables.com/t/jjs-x-carve-build/19273/41 From a foot or more away, it looks like ink was printed onto the material. I was quite impressed. It's going to be great to ...
- Mon Feb 15, 2016 6:32 pm
- Forum: Discussion
- Topic: L-Cheapo Laser with Shapeoko 3
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2904
Re: L-Cheapo Laser with Shapeoko 3
A 2.5 W 12V Laser.heathenx wrote:Curious, what kind of laser are you using?
Since the power circuit is all built into the module, there is no power control; simply on or off.
My build log
- Mon Feb 15, 2016 2:31 pm
- Forum: Electronics
- Topic: Help for create pcb board from my circuit!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3175
Re: Help for create pcb board from my circuit!
Try using SparkFun's Eagle Libraries. They are much easier to use than the built in libraries. You will be able to find 0.1" (2.54 mm) spacing terminal blocks, and many other variations (3.5 / 5 / 5.08 mm are common). https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/how-to-install-and-setup-eagle?_ga=1.16565919...
- Mon Feb 15, 2016 2:18 pm
- Forum: Discussion
- Topic: L-Cheapo Laser with Shapeoko 3
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2904
Re: L-Cheapo Laser with Shapeoko 3
Since you are dealing with DC, a MOSFET will work as well.
For my laser, I simply am using a IRLB8721. I milled a custom PCB for some easy wiring.
For a pre-built option, this will work from Sparkfun: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/12959
For my laser, I simply am using a IRLB8721. I milled a custom PCB for some easy wiring.
For a pre-built option, this will work from Sparkfun: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/12959
- Wed Feb 10, 2016 6:11 pm
- Forum: Shapeoko 3 Assembly
- Topic: Recieved 4 NEMA23 Stepper, 400mm leads
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1275
Re: Recieved 4 NEMA23 Stepper, 400mm leads
Definitely larger gauge wires will have less of an issue. It's all a matter of size and scale; i.e. Can you actually measure a difference vs theory.
I think it was the "delay" logic that I heard which raised my engineering BS detector.
Great explanation.
I think it was the "delay" logic that I heard which raised my engineering BS detector.
Great explanation.
- Wed Feb 10, 2016 4:56 pm
- Forum: Shapeoko 3 Assembly
- Topic: Recieved 4 NEMA23 Stepper, 400mm leads
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1275
Re: Recieved 4 NEMA23 Stepper, 400mm leads
The important thing is that the two Y-axis motors have the same length wires. Cable length is not important for the Carbide Motion board, because the two motors are on separate drivers. It is an issue only with gShield and the Stepoko, because the resistance of the wire matters when you want to spl...
- Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:14 pm
- Forum: Computing Hardware
- Topic: Do background tasks glitch toolpaths?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3221
Re: Do background tasks glitch toolpaths?
My concern is stalling, even for a moment, mid-pass and introducing flaws in the workpiece. It would take a serious amount of time (minutes) to cause a problem. Your computer doesn't actually tell the steppers what to do (this is GRBL's job). Your computer only sends the GCode program to GRBL, whic...
- Wed Dec 16, 2015 10:08 pm
- Forum: Discussion
- Topic: Help a noob with coin toss-Shakeopo 3 or X-Carve
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2125
Re: Help a noob with coin toss-Shakeopo 3 or X-Carve
Plus, I hadn't thought about the software aspect but do prefer local over cloud based. Regarding the X-Carve: It does not require an internet connection to run Lower price for a similar work area size. Can be purchased in 500mm (~12) or 1000mm (39") sizes (or customized to your liking) However a Sh...
- Wed Sep 16, 2015 8:05 pm
- Forum: Discussion
- Topic: Holes are too small. Fusion 360 Bore
- Replies: 29
- Views: 6864
Re: Holes are too small. Fusion 360 Bore
I asked the guys over at the autodesk forum. And they verified that my code was correct. That leaves only my shapeoko.. :| I have to blame my wobbly Z axis I guess, it's about as rigid as a noodle :x Well not quite, but it is a really annoying weak point to an otherwise capable machine. I guess I j...