CNC Machine

In this project we will scavenge parts from old PC CD-Rom(s) and build a fully working CNC machine using (basically any type of) Arduino which would run on G-Code.

For more info and Arduino and Raspberry Pi related projects go to my website https://www.neuralnetworks26.com/

You can also visit our official neural networks page at: https://www.facebook.com/Neural.Networks26/

• Arduino Nano x1
• Easydrivers by Sparkfun x 3
• CD-Rom drives x 3
• Jumper Wires x 20
• Spacers and Washers
• Dc Jack Male x 1
• (5v ; 2.1 A) Power Adapter x 1

• XLoader
• Universal G-Code Sender
• Inkscape
• Maker CAM

First of all you have to assemble your CD-Rom(s) so they are mutually perpendicular to each other and thus form 3 axis namely X, Y and Z.

Now just follow the following circuit diagram to connect your Easydrivers, Motors and Arduino.

Next upload the given HEX file onto your Arduino using XLoader

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B739XcxOoVo2aTZF...

Now open Universal G-code Sender and connect your Arduino.

Now go to Settings > Firmware Settings > GRBL.

These are the X, Y and Z Step Dimensions for my machine (yours may vary).

Now you can browse for the G-Code (I have used InkScape to generate G-Code) file and send it to the Arduino

Your CNC Machine should now start printing.

For a final complicated test print go to:

https://www.facebook.com/Neural.Networks26/