DIY: CNC ENGRAVER
WORKSHOP PRESENTATION:
At the DIY: CNC ENGRAVER workshop you will assemble your own small CNC engraver from scratch. We will be adapting the frame and structure of a Prusa i3 3D printer to become a fully functional wood engraver machine. And the best of all: The CNC engraver will be yours at the end of the workshop!!
All the technology used in the workshop is open-source and wide spread, being perfect for beginners that will be able to find a lot of information and help in internet community.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
OBJECTIVE: The course is designed to be an introduction to CNC engraver machines and CNC robot technologies. The participants will assemble a CNC engraver from scratch and learn how to use it.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Product designers, hobbyist, architects, artists, craftsmen, mechanics or anybody willing to get started into the universe of CNC machinery. No previous knowledge of electronics or programming is required.
WORKSHOP MATERIAL: You will need to bring your own laptop. The Prusa i3 assembly kit and the soldering iron used during the workshop will be provided.
WORKSHOP OUTLINE:
- HOW DOES A CNC ENGRAVER WORK?
- REPRAP PROJECT
- TECHNOLOGIES IN OUR CNC ENGRAVER MACHINE
- ENGRAVER MAIN PARTS
- BEFORE ASSEMBLING: TOOLS WE NEED
- FOCUS ON FRAME STRUCTURE
- FOCUS ON LINEAR MOTIONS
- SOLDERING IRON
- FOCUS ON ELECTRONICS
SPECIFIC INFORMATION:
- Prior knowledge and experience: You have to attend the CNC ENGRAVING WORKSHOP or have proven previous experience using a CNC engraver.
- Price: Check the PRICE LIST
- Where, when and inscriptions: Check for the EVENTS CALENDAR for INSCRIPTION
YOU WILL GET:
CNC Engraver:
- RAMPS 1.4 Electronics and cables
- Soldering iron
- 5 stepper motors
- T-Fix (plywood) CNC cut frame
- Mechanical endstops
- Complete set of pulleys, belts and bearings
- Complete set of rods, bolts and screws
Extras:
- Further technical support (Up to 5 tickets)
- Plastic tube for cables
- Braces
- Bed (20×20 cm)
