Build Your Own CNC Router and DIY CNC Router

Many people like to build their CNC Routers because they like having something that functions that they have built with their own hands. There are many different ways that you can do this yourself if you would like to do it.

Some people like to bypass some of the makings of the CNC Router and they do this by purchasing a kit. Kits are a good idea to get a start on what you want to do because they show you, step by step, how your machine will work. If you are a visual person who needs something to look at while you build, this will be a perfect way for you to start your do-it-yourself project.

Plans vary however so make sure that the plan you use has the information you need. As an example, some plans give you a brief idea of what you will be doing to create the plan. Others will give you full blueprints that will show you step by step what to do and what it should look like at every step of the way.

Some people prefer to just wing it and try their hand at building their own CNC Router. If you are this type of person, having a plan to look at as a guide can be the perfect way to make sure your design is workable. Either way, you will have a finished product.

The greatest reason to build your own CNC Router is that you can get the parts for a fraction of what you would pay in the store.

Things to Think About When Making a CNC Router
When you first think about making your own CNC Router the first thing you will need to do is decide on a design. There are two types of designs that you will have to choose from. Either you want one with a stationary gantry and a mobile bed, or you want one with a mobile gantry and a stationary bed. There are advantages to both types.

The mobile bed is usually used on smaller machines like engravers and isn’t as common as the stationary bed. You will also need to decide on how large you want the cutting area to be which will be determined by the size of the material you will want to cut. This may change as you build and as you start looking for parts.

Another item to take into consideration is how big a machine you want. If your space is limited, you will have to consider how far you want your router to travel. This may mean that it just goes the length of the space. In any case, you won’t want to have wasted space in the area where you are going to use your CNC Router.

Finally, you will have to decide on the type of tolerance you want. This will speak to the accuracy and precision of the machine. Once you understand what you want, it’s time to look at the steps to building it which will be talked about in a different article.

Source by Ivan Irons