I posted one awhile ago, might be useful. I printed two and spaced them as much as possible. Seems very sturdy holding the cheap-o HF trim router, but I haven't actually cut with it yet...
http://www.openbuilds.com/resources/router-mount.10/

Hey if you want to make the OX plates you can just use a printer to print a template/guide and then stick it onto some aluminum, drill and cut. If you use a center punch to prime the holes before drilling your bit won't slip. I'd imagine this method will give you the same results as a CNC machined part.

I used this method to make carriages and motor mount plates (nema17) from 2.5in X 0.125in aluminum plate you can pick up at Home Depot. That said its fairly difficult to get the punch location exactly correct. Variance in angle and minor imperfections in the print result in holes that aren't precisely aligned. This is fine if you are using eccentric spacers to take up the slack, but not acceptable if your not. YRMV, but that was my real world experience.

I've done similar things with model airplane parts but the results are usually not ideal. Even with a drill press, brad point bits and a center punch. YMMV of course.

Gotcha. So if I instead went about modifying the table I could have the option of cutting maybe 4" thick foam at somewhat reduced tolerances but I could still cut harder materials (Alu) up closer to the gantry with better stiffness.

just thought I share this:
http://k2cnc.3dcartstores.com/Bosch-Colt-Router-Mount_p_11.html

My builds are totally flat !

No height at all really 60-80mm.

These high gantries are a little silly when you think of the forces involved. Just my opinion.
Also hanging spindles of the side is the same, silly..

My design is centered on the X, Y position with Z running down the spindle which is supported on all sides in a solid block.
No torque twist or lever action applying on my watch.

Keep
It
Simple
Silly

Concept.

Concept until my V-slot arrives! As all are.
I am not calling you silly or your build, the idea to me is silly mathematically.
PEACE PLEASE FELLOW HUMAN.
It is not bold it is an opinion.
Nothing more, nothing less.
People always take me as i am attacking, no it is just an opinion.
To me a high gantry means you have forces acting on the frame that can be reduced if the height is reduced. This is mathematics. It is reality. So if Maths if attacking you then please direct it towards the Maths guys. I am felling very misunderstood today on my 50th Birthday. So thanks for that vote of confidence.
It does not need to be high as i do it another way.
My design is based on 60mm wide section of V-slot, flat 1500mm lengths 20mm height.
20mm X height
+ 20 mm Y height
+ 20 mm Z. height
Total 60mm. OK. Then the tool sits on-top.
Have you ever had your car over an inspection pit?
Well my CAR is MY Milling machine.
Why build up when you can dig down?
Look i just think different to you guys, that's all.
Please don't BAN me again for thinking different and having the B***s to say so.
So if i feel something is silly, mathematically then i say it. OK.

Big hugs from Scotland

PS I think your build & designs are good for home builds. I gave you i think a 5 star rating.
Oh and i will take that nickle because to me it's worth more then $0.02 worth

Of course we do! A penny for your thoughts!

If people always do it maybe it's their fault and not yours? Don't you find that it is ALWAYS their and not yours? (sometimes I'm so funny I just kill myself)

I knew after just a few post of yours that it was you coming back with a different user name. Just by reading your posts. Ever thought of toning down your style? Just my personal thoughts.

If you keep getting banned, if people keep thinking you are attacking thier ideas, the problem is not everyone else.

How about some images of your concept, in its own thread, then we might understand it a bit better.

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Thanks Kram! I hope to do the community proud!

This is indeed a great set up, Protodrake. This morning I was going to get some eccentric spacers from the loacal store but they were out of stock!!! So I went immediatetly to your store and ordered some and a few extra items just to give you some start up business even though they were available in the main store. Thank you.

Now, if only you could invest in a chop saw and have a handyman around, it would be a great place that I could frequent by ordering V-slots to the right length. Currently ony 2 lengths -1000mm & 1500mm are available and only balck anodized. I wish I could get the Vslot extrusions to 500mm length -or other lengths in multiple of 250mm(??)- in clear or black anodized but the main store just ignored such a request - understandably. I live in a small apartment and the long Vslots are cluttering up my wife's closet. I am willing to pay the extra labor cost and even participate in the amortization of your equipment.
Gopal

Hey Gopal! Thanks for the encouragement. We have the capability to cut to length. Will add that to the store tonight as an option. Not sure why that didn't occur to us in the first place!

Thank you - Thank you to the nth power!!!
Gopal

Im not sure if you guys have mentiond HobbyCNC yet but i bought there 4 axis kit for this build. The board comes bare and you have to solder all of the components on it yourself. The kit was very well explained and actually was a joy to build. Since i dont have a machine yet i have hooked it up to my PC through a parallel port, and running on Mach 3. Everything is working great. Just thought i would bring this up its a great price and is built for handling the stronger Nema 23 steppers

Mopar32985 - If you don't mind how much did you spend on HobbyCNC. Also what kind of cost is there on Mach 3?

Just wanted to know.

Bob

No problem Bob. The kit i got was the 4 axis with the 305oz steppers it was $305. I know this build only used 3 nema 23 so i have an extra setpper and had to order a 6 or 8 wire nema 17. Mach3 cost $175. Here is a link to the kit i got.
http://www.hobbycnc.com/products/hobbycnc-pro-driver-board-combo/