Yay! The construction of "My First DIY CNC Milling Machine" is complete. This was my first project involving CNC. It took over 8 months to build, but before the actual construction began, I had to devote a lot of time and effort to learning and gathering technical knowledge about heavy metal fabrication, electrical engineering, and CNC technology. Furthermore, building a small workspace at home took even longer, and I had to move to a new factory in the middle of the building, along with all the previous preparations. This project took over 2 years. (:
This was a DIY project at home (in a small factory), so I tried my best to create as many handmade products as possible. This requirement was reflected in the design of the machines. One of them was a "Lego Block Frame Assembly," which has a steel column capable of supporting 19.8 kilograms, and the X-Base Assembly, the heaviest of the entire machine, weighs approximately 23 kilograms. However, I was very happy and content throughout the construction process, as the project was successfully completed and the video has been uploaded!
Preparing for the next project. Basically, the current machine's spindle head assembly (completed) will be upgraded to an "industrial version," which will include a servo motor and a heavy-duty spindle assembly. The frame will need to be significantly strengthened to support the increased weight of these spindles. Additionally, cooling and machining systems will be incorporated into the housing, ensuring the new machine becomes a truly outstanding machining center. We're sure this will be another great ride!
