Monthly Archives: December 2017

The ghetto CDROM CNC machine

Posted on December 18, 2017 by robertwilkie

Basically the author just mounted the stuff to a box and went from there.  Note that the arduino is controlling the steps too.   Instead of using something like a stepstick. https://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Easy-Homework-Machine/

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Clever build to make finger joints with a table saw

Posted on December 18, 2017 by robertwilkie

Not even using the jointer blade too.  Just a standard table saw and the sled is nice and small (so portable).  The author uses an arduino to count steps on the crank.  Too bad it didn’t use a stepper to … Continue reading →

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Make a laser fighter pointer

Posted on December 16, 2017 by robertwilkie

Basically this is a sock-n like game build.  I like the build overall since the 3D prints are pretty simple and could be good for automating a laser pointer https://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Fighting-Robot/

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Bending plywood

Posted on December 15, 2017 by robertwilkie

Actually its multiple layers of vernier in the process that are bent.  Its a cool build but I am not so sure I would do it (bit time consuming).  Maybe if I was making multiple versions. https://www.instructables.com/id/Bent-Wood-Lamp-With-3D-Printed-Tool/ Another write-up here: … Continue reading →

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Hydro-dipping but not with spraypaint

Posted on December 14, 2017 by robertwilkie

Apparently there is a paper you can use to do this with called Water Slide Decal Transfer.  Just print out your image, put in water, and dip. Hydrodipping 101 source https://learn.adafruit.com/hydro-dip-3d-prints/  

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Make a beer can holder for modifying a beer can

Posted on December 14, 2017 by robertwilkie

Cause I have such a need to do that.   Pretty heavy duty holder for the can. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/beer-can-holder-processing-cnc-32230?homelistings#post44894

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Here is a cheaper lathe build

Posted on December 14, 2017 by robertwilkie

This one is mostly out of wood.  Its a pretty straight forward build and can be down with standard tools. https://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Wood-Lathe-Using-Scrap-Wood/

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Interesting simple grinder to belt sander

Posted on December 13, 2017 by robertwilkie

Interesting build to turn a grinder into a sander.  No weld method too. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/homemade-pipe-grinding-tool-4427?homelistings#post5399

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Make a multi colored christmas tree light

Posted on December 13, 2017 by robertwilkie

Nice build that gives a demo of using an ESP8266 and multi addressable LEDS (WS2812). https://www.instructables.com/id/ESP8266-Arduino-RGB-LED-Christmas-Light-Window-Dec/

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Nice POV display

Posted on December 13, 2017 by robertwilkie

This could be a nice build to do with kids.  Basically its an arduino nano on a board with 7 LEDS that is spun by a DC motor (separate power on that).  I like the build and it looks pretty … Continue reading →

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