Hey fellas, in this video I take you along on the journey from the beginning of an idea in my head through to getting it to the CNC Plasma table. Just thought some people might want to see what all is involved in this process.
Here’s a link to my shared folder if you need it. There’s some good stuff in there.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i0qTcN-1BB5_Lu6umgi9OrvRJKr-0vz3
Here’s a link to the torch holder (It’s a broom holder!)
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-Small-2-7-8-in-Rubber-Grip-Wall-Mount-Holder-4-4-lbs-56745/300260671?MERCH=REC-_-searchViewed-_-303499321;-_-300260671-_-N
And here is a link to the straight torch head and the plasma cutter.
https://amzn.to/2KnmI2F (Torch)
https://amzn.to/3axoZ6g (Plasma Cutter)
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Good to see old school technique come to fruition. I might be following that very path.
Nice explanations and camera work. Sweet CNC plasma table, too. How much money did you save by building your own?
Nice work as usual Mike, the channel has really grown, i am starting to watch the videos again, i have a few saved up as you can tell
And that is neat the way that you had it set up but I would have put it as an x shape to get complete streangth from all 4 corners if there's no need for you to be able to have to put tools or your hand through that hole that you have in your design what is the purpose if you're looking for strength and durability to hold that whole section I would definitely put it as an X Style shape
It looks good but I think that you need a bigger machine I think like if you would have had that on about 60 amps it would have sliced right through that so I would definitely go with about a hundred amp machine that way you got the balls in the power to do something small to something large I know when I do mine I setup my system here I'm going to use at least a hundred amp machine 70 to 100 amps I have a 55 now and cutting through half inch it struggles and it is a known good brand Lincoln but still that really would have cut like butter if you would have had at least a 70 amp machine
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Personally, I don't see why you'd need anything more than Mach2 for a simple plasma setup like yours. I run my homemade plasma table off of a cheap GRBL controller, which is even more limited than Mach2. I use Fusion360 for cam, and it's relatively easy to modify one of the existing post-processors to output simple g-code without any superfluous codes. All I really need is G1, G4 (dwell), and M8/M9 to switch the torch relay.
Great video and great explaination on how it goes from brain to steel! My little brain has such a hard time understanding computer programs, but you made it seem alot more logical.
Hi Doug, where did you buy the cnc machine?… Its awesome, no matter if it is outdated, it works very well.
Thanks Doug. Think the smoke wrench and grinder is easier and faster for me.
Nice job Doug….Try sheet cam its cheap and good for that job,you do not need to make gcode manualy ! Very fast and good software for plasma cutting. From dxf to gcode for 10-20sec. I use them every day in my shop in Croatia.
Cad
Cardboard aided design
You could have put a x in the middle of the opening that would have looked just as good
Hey, Doug–
Just recently was turned onto your videos. Great stuff. You have SO much patience for doing them! The info is very helpful. I decided to build a single-seat buggy–from scratch. I'm attending police auctions seeking a motorcycle engine to use–1000cc, hopefully. The plan is to acquire the components necessary before attempting the frame design, though I have sketched out a number of them to clear my mind and to get my ideas onto paper. I plan to use VW Wide-5 pattern for wheels/hubs (just because they look so cool) but this may change when it comes to actually purchasing the components. I hope I can ask questions along the way to pick your brain–suggestions are ALWAYS appreciated! (From EVERYONE, as well!) I'll be going through the videos and taking notes. Again, CONGRATULATIONS and Big Thanx!
Just curious why you didn't start the cut in the bottom corner of the plate to help save on material? Great video. Very informative.
could you do a video explaining camber please??
Hey Doug, I have been following you for a while and am also building my own baja bug. You have helped me a ton with your methodical work flow. One question I always wanted to ask, what do you do for work? Thanks all the way from South Africa.
4:04 CAD (Cardboard Aided Design). Your cutting speed is off way to much dross.
Very nice ,these work ?????
Wonderfull man, you are so faraway from me, you do a lot a scientific staff.
Congratulations
This reminds me of us in drafting class back in HS
Thanks for a very informative tutorial on your plasma cutting. Definitely on my future tool list!
How did you decide on a straight style torch? Standard consumables? Link to buy? THanks!
Nice for duplicating the part if you want it in the future. Easy to modify if you already have something to go from as well.
just tape a white marker to the plasma head or use a magnet to make it removable while doing your mock run/ pass. you can check the dimensions in real life before cutting the stock.
Having a plasma table is changed my life when it comes to fabricating lol. I can get very intricate and make things perfect. However the best thing I have to say is the fact that parts are repeatable once you get the first one the second one's easy you just click print