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=Approaches=
=Approaches=
==Flat pack frame drill==
The frame drill automatically drills regularly spaced holes in [[square raw material]] to produce reusable Replimat [[frames]].  It is constructed of a number of custom [[plates]], [[motors]], a [[controller]], and several 3D printed parts.
The frame drill automatically drills regularly spaced holes in [[square raw material]] to produce reusable Replimat [[frames]].  It is constructed of a number of custom [[plates]], [[motors]], a [[controller]], and several 3D printed parts.


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===Tools===


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| Oilite drill bushing || 2 || [https://www.mcmaster.com/6338K463 Mcmaster]
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==Frame punch==
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylb3NgvPqhQ&fbclid=IwAR0fPQO6ESb8bDQtYkC7g-4fHBFib0sFhCHwGmhA3nPt5zDVhGMEswt8OrA Frame punch]
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* [https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-3Axis-Digital-Readout-Magnetic-Scale-Magnescale-Read-Head-Sensor-fr-Mill-Lathe/202781346527?hash=item2f36b5cadf%3Ag%3AfcQAAOSwQpZdgckP&fbclid=IwAR2JdvfHcSVMFKyaBYQRl1X24dByVzN5DjDZieOag5eIc5Ouu_d4lPg4aRs  2/3Axis Digital Readout Magnetic Scale Magnescale Read Head Sensor for Mill Lathe]


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Revision as of 23:35, 27 July 2020

BeamCNC crowdfunding campaign demonstration device
RepRap Eiffel, showcasing the characteristic frames

Challenges

Frames can be manufactured by hand, with careful measurement and drilling. While meditative, this work is repetitive and laborious. Time studies of the hand production process using a drill press reveal that positioning the undrilled frame stock for precise drilling consumes the majority of effort. Automating the process in an affordable manner will reduce cost, increase availability, and free time for creative effort.

Approaches

Flat pack frame drill

The frame drill automatically drills regularly spaced holes in square raw material to produce reusable Replimat frames. It is constructed of a number of custom plates, motors, a controller, and several 3D printed parts.

Tools

Parts

Part Quantity Supplier
plate-drill-machine 2 CAD File
plate-drill-machine-spindle 1 CAD File
NEMA-17 stepper motor 3 Link
roller-raw-material 12 CAD File
Spindle 1 ebay
LM8UU Bearing 1 - pack of 2 Amazon
Acme threaded rod, coupler, nut, pillow block bearings
Roller
Drive belt
Drive pulley
Controller
Neoprene foam w/ adhesive backing Amazon
Drill bit
Rail Guide Support for 16mm Diameter Shaft 1 - pack of 4 Amazon
Rail Guide Support for 8mm Diameter Shaft 1 - pack of 4 Amazon
350mm 8mm T8 Lead Screw Set Lead Screw+ Copper Nut + Coupler + Pillow Bearing Block 2 Amazon
Oilite drill bushing 2 Mcmaster

Frame punch

Frame punch

Tools

Parts

References