Maslow CNC #
The Maslow CNC is a system for cutting large pieces of thin material, such as a 4x8 sheet of plywood, with reasonable accuracy for minimimal cost.
Maslow CNC, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The plans and source code for the Maslow CNC are available on the MaslowCNC github site.
Components #
The Maslow CNC has four major compontents: frame, sled, actuators, and controller.
Frame #
The frame consistes of a wood or metal structure that
- Holds the workpiece at an angle, typically 15°, from vertical.
- Provides mounting points for the chain drive servo motors above and outside the workspace.