I built a CNC Plasma 5 years ago so what worked and what didn't? A 5 year review.

PlasmaDave
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Published 2024-07-29
This machine was built in something of a hurry in late 2018 into early 2019. I used some components I already had but purchased quite a few. The machine was built from scratch using a MyPlasma CNC controller as the heart. It is not pretty and I apologise for the workshop mess. The machine does however work well and has provided an income for me and my family for several years.
Chapters
0:00 - Introduction to the CNC
1:45 - Electronics
2:23 - Stepper Motors
3:54 - Ohmic Detection/Sensing
5:22 - Z Axis
6:35 - Y Axis
8:55 - X Axis
11:49 - Air Supply, Dryer and compressor
13:55 - Plasma Cutter
14:45 - Summing up
All Comments (3)
  • @PiefacePete46
    In a Youtube world full of polished perfection, thank you for an in depth look at "warts 'n all" reality. I can't think of a better example of a budget build made to answer a need, that has gone on to pay back far in excess of expectations. As the engineers used to say where I worked "If it ain't broke, don't mess with it!" Sorry to hear about your back... speaking from experience, dodgy backs are a pain in the ass! In my case, finally finding the right person to help was life-changing. Back problems don't ever seem to go away completely, but at least I have some worthwhile solutions that help me. "Nil desperandum carborundum"... "Don't let the bastard grind yer down!" 😜 👍
  • @BundyBearsShed
    It's not pretty but it seems to do the job well so that's what matters in the long run.