A few questions to start a DIY mini CNC

[proddy]

hi rob, like you im gonna start a mini build of my own, i have a good sense of what my m/c will look like but i aint got a clue about the hardware or software side of it, (pretty sad when i've been a cnc miller for 8yrs now).

i was watchin youtube an seen the cnc router carving a tigers head an that was it, i was hooked on 3d cutting, its been my life long dream for the last 2 weeks now lol

anyways, wish you all the best an make sure you let us know your progress

[Swarfing]

Rob

In between doing my main build i started another the whole footprint of the machine is 400 x 400 x 350. Just need to finish off the Z, its using old printer steppers and will be controlled by DIY drivers. Its all steel frame 25 x 50 box section. As soon as i get a chance i will put some picks and details up on a log. Shame is i will have this finished before the main. The reason i did it was to try things out, its the best way to learn and it cost me almost nowt. Sometimes you need to just jump in - but before this comment bites me back as i did say on a previous thread to plan first???? sometimes it is acceptable. Join freecycle for your area and pick up a few old plotters and printers (steppers, 8,10 and 12mm spindles) you will be surprised how far you can go. Steel rule and a sharp pencil is your best friend. Remember to clamp everything before drilling and you won't go far wrong.......Mine may never right but i will never be right without experience and that has to cost somewhere. Good luck