Building a Full Size CNC for Under 500

Explore the process of constructing a full-size CNC machine for under $500 in this 22-minute conference talk from Derbycon 7 (2017). Learn about the speaker's background, motivations, and discoveries, focusing on the Maslow CNC system. Discover the necessary components, mechanics bill of materials, and motor specifications. Follow the assembly process, including temporary framing, Ground Control installation, and machine calibration. Understand the workflow for cutting G-code and building the final frame. Gain insights into potential issues, new ideas for experimentation, and total costs involved. Access valuable resources to help you embark on your own CNC machine-building journey.

Intro
My background
What I wanted
What I found
Maslow CNC
What's needed?
Mechanics BOM
The motors "Motor/Gearbox/Encoder"
Alibaba to the rescue!
Design Considerations
Control path
Assembly
Temporary frame
Install Ground Control
Calibrate the Machine
Cut G-code
Workflow
All Parts are cut
Build the Final legs of the Frame
Attach the arms
Finishing Touches
Issues
New Ideas and Experimentation
Total Costs
Resources