Final CAD Design of the 4 player deck
Tools to create deck
AutoDesk Fusion 360
Using Fusion 360, shared design with CNC shop providing realtime feedback on cutholes and placement of parts checking for collisions.
You can apply for a hobby license from Autodesk, with some limitations, I own the full license so was able to create libraries of models without having to have a limit placed on number of active models (you have to archive off models not in use). Read more here https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/blog/subscription-types/
CNC Machine
Will want to cut this deck out along with possibly duplicating the effort for future projects... will be working on building the following low cost DIY CNC Milling machine: https://docs.v1engineering.com/lowrider/
The LowRider3 is the V1 Engineering version of a CNC router that can handle up to full sheet material!
Key Points:
- Most parts can be 3D printed. To save from shipping or printing large parts the machine can be partially assembled to cut them itself.
- Easily Removable from the table for storage or portability.
- Inexpensive hardware store conduit is the recommended X rail. Rails ranging from 23.4mm to 25.4mm will work. This saves considerable cost over the LR2.
- Many tool options, in terms of functionality and brands. Blank DIY mount files are available.
- Full Y and Z axis squaring, leveling, and Z probing are available for excellent precision and accuracy.
- Works with any 5 driver board. 4 driver boards can be used but some automation, one axis dual endstops, will be lost.
- Can be used with Marlin, RepRap firmware, GRBL, FluidNC, or others.
CNC Table
Will be building a foldable table to store away when not in use... I would like to use my garage for the cars and use it as a shop when I can.
Was very interested in Global Industries steel framing which allows me to modularize the table.. the negative side to it is the lack of being able to fold it up.
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