Build a Fully Functional CNC Machine with Arduino Nano R3

About this project

About The Project

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/

Parts Needed

• Arduino Nano x 1

• 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

Software Needed

• XLoader

• Universal G-Code Sender

• Inkscape

• Maker CAM

Steps To Be Followed

• 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=0B739XcxOoVo2aTZFbVJPVzJOVEU

• 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/

Schematics