one machine with as many functions as possible. in the functionality smallest space possible.
why do i need 10 15 or even 20 different tools or machines ? i want to design 1 machine that can do multiple tasks with minimal reconfiguration with easy to remove modules
my objectives :
ease of duplicability
accessibility of parts
functionality without wasted space
upgradeabilty /scalability
modular interchangeable units
opensource
phase 1 :
drill / drill press
lathe (wood/ metal )
mini mill
sander / angle grinder
jigsaw
radial armsaw
phase 2:
by adding cnc control via arduino or other
laser cutter
engraver (laser / cutting head or solenoid)
3d scanner
pick and place
centrifuge speed controlled magnetic heated stirrer
precise location microscope
air pump /vacuum
scalable xy table for lathe mill and cnc funtions
Details
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Components
1×
12v 16.5a ac to dc power supply
1×
nema 23 or 17
the bigger the better in this case also scalable
1×
arduino uno
its attached to the clouds for code right
1×
hy-div268n-5a
arduino isnt powerfull enough to direct drive these massive stppers
early testing indicates only small units can be driven with steppers at lower speeds it seems as speed of stepper increases torque drops and would not be sufficient to run the main drive at pro hobby size
Sorry I didn't mean to put you off, I just posted that to give you some ideas. I have one of those, its a nice bit of kit but limited to small items, mostly modelmaking.
The version I have doesn't use steppers at all, its all handcranked, the spindle is a DC motor.
A larger version would be awesome, like you say, more power, open source and extra tools....
Something like a drill press that changes to a CNC or 3d printer easily and quickly would be fantastic. You could then also incorporate the lathe to give either an extra axis or create a CNC lathe.
well crap i hate when i reinvent stuff .
those look like nema 17 steppers im playing with some commercial nema 23 that i salvaged
i guess i want to do the same thing with more options and power also open source so it can get better
The version I have doesn't use steppers at all, its all handcranked, the spindle is a DC motor.
A larger version would be awesome, like you say, more power, open source and extra tools....
Something like a drill press that changes to a CNC or 3d printer easily and quickly would be fantastic. You could then also incorporate the lathe to give either an extra axis or create a CNC lathe.