Making Mini Milling Machine with Compound Table - Bugra

[Bugra]

Hey there ; 

 

Actually I don't like using any power tools while modelling. But I guess this is a must for future projects. Sometimes sanding is not enough

 

I was thinking this project for a long time. So, decided to get to work on this. 

 

I didn't draw any plan or sth. Everything is in my mind. Sorry for this.

 

 

 

 

PART 1 - Power Source 

 

First of all, I need a power source. After thinking, making it "universal" is the best. I mean, for all the future hand made power machines I will use this source.

 

I have very nice 18V Johnson Motor, this will be my babe... Motor, is quite powerful but no problem with a dimmer.

 

Started to making box.  10cm x 15 cm will be enough for all parts. I have 4mm plywood for this. Sides and top will 8mm, base will 12mm. Marked and cut.

 

 

 

 

All parts are in place. I need some practice on soldering, I'm not sure If it works  

 

 

We're ready for first test. And, yes.. Dimmer worked, motor sounds nice   :lol

 

 

And this. Socket for general adaptors. Guess, will work fine. 

 

 

Now, some sanding (!), painting and drilling work to do.. 

 

 

 

Will continue, 

 

Thanks for your time,

 

Bugra.

 

 

Edited February 7, 2014 by Bugra

[jud]

Most power sources I have seen use a fan for cooling, don't see one in that box which appears is  be closed with no visible ventilation provisions.

jud

Edited February 7, 2014 by jud

[Bugra]

Hey Jud, 

 

Up side will have some holes for air access. In to do list for tomorrow. 

 

I've used that transformer before with same motor, did not noticed any heat problem. But we will see of course If I need a cooler, a PC fan will be fine I guess. And have enough space for this upgrade.

 

Thanks for looking in and your important advice.

 

Bugra.

Edited February 7, 2014 by Bugra

[sonicmcdude]

Nice start. I will need to build one my self so this will be interesting for me.

[Bugra]

Thank you Sinan, hope this gives a little idea about it. 

 

While waiting for couplin made some paint work. I love black! Now, the power source looks like this.

 

 

 

 

 

Cheers, Bugra.

Edited February 15, 2014 by Bugra

[captainbob]

Making your own mini mill. Good start.

 

Bob