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OX AI

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Robert Hummel, Feb 3, 2014.

OX AI

OX AI

Discussion in 'CNC Mills/Routers' started by Robert Hummel, Feb 3, 2014.

This will be an Aluminum OX build. Plates and all design credit goes to Mark from open builds. I may add my own touches but mainly this is to see how Aluminum plates perform

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  1. skrider

    skrider Well-Known Builder

    Sorry Robert, but you know what they say about a better mousetrap... :D

    I actually went through a couple of different paints. I started with some stuff from a craft store, but it left a sort of rubbery finish that showed brush strokes. I ended up stripping that off and repainted using "Model Master" enamel that came from my local hobby shop. I imagine you'd get the same results with Testors model paint too, this just happened to be the brand they carried. I added just a touch of thinner to it so that it would flow nicely and settle into a smooth glass-like finish. Hopefully the aluminum is porous enough that it will stick well and I won't have any flaking issues. So far it seems to be holding up well, but then all the plates have done is lay on the workbench...
    skrider, Apr 17, 2014
    #121
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  2. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Sweet! I was thinking nail polish with thinner but model paint would prob be the same cost and hold up better :)
    Robert Hummel, Apr 17, 2014
    #122
  3. skrider

    skrider Well-Known Builder

    Yeah, this stuff seemed to work well, and should be widely available.
    skrider, Apr 17, 2014
    #123
  4. Stew Skinner

    Stew Skinner Well-Known Builder

    Would Tremclad brand paint work? That stuff sticks to everything :)

    Cheers,
    Stew
    Stew Skinner, Apr 17, 2014
    #124
  5. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Oni305 your plate set has shipped :)
    Robert Hummel, Apr 17, 2014
    #125
  6. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Lol for sure but you want to thin it and drip it in then swirl to spread sit and let dry.
    That's how I'm going to try it anyway :)
    Milling a name plate today

    Another full kit is in the works about 1-2 days out
    Robert Hummel, Apr 17, 2014
    #126
  7. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    @skrider
    Well I decided on a blue pearl swirl and it seemed to work out well :)

    image.jpg

    Will see how it looks after it fully drys
    Robert Hummel, Apr 18, 2014
    #127
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  8. skrider

    skrider Well-Known Builder

    Ooooh, fancy! Looks great! :thumbsup:
    skrider, Apr 18, 2014
    #128
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  9. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Trying to match the RC spindles blue color ;)
    Robert Hummel, Apr 18, 2014
    #129
  10. TwoGun

    TwoGun New Builder

    I got my plates from Robert this morning. Actually it was yesterday, my wife checked the mail on her way to work so I didn't get them till she got home around 12:30am. :) They look good even though he sold them to me as cosmetic blemished. Don't think most people would be able to see the blemish unless they knew to look. Can't wait to get some more of the parts so I can make some progress. Going to be slow going though due to the budget.
    TwoGun, Apr 19, 2014
    #130
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  11. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Awesome deal :)
    I will keep an eye out for your progress
    Robert Hummel, Apr 19, 2014
    #131
  12. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Well here it is the second full OX AI kit, I have also added the 65mm bolts required for the X axis assembly and all spacers are milled from Red acrylic
    The Z axis is fitted for nema17
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    Robert Hummel, Apr 22, 2014
    #132
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  13. Franco Ponticelli

    Franco Ponticelli Well-Known Builder

    Really a work of art!
    Franco Ponticelli, Apr 22, 2014
    #133
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  14. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Ty!
    After this one goes I won't be doing anymore till mine is done.
    The mill will be to busy milling Kits for my new build.
    Only ten will be put together for release :)
    Robert Hummel, Apr 22, 2014
    #134
  15. skrider

    skrider Well-Known Builder

    Oooh, those acrylic spacers are snazzy! :thumbsup:
    skrider, Apr 22, 2014
    #135
  16. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Ty got a new bit for acrylic so I gave it a run for its money :)
    Not bad for an $8 bit :D
    Robert Hummel, Apr 22, 2014
    #136
  17. skrider

    skrider Well-Known Builder

    Which bit? I just spent $20 on another plastics bit mentioned around here. That's a great looking finish, even better for $8!
    skrider, Apr 22, 2014
    #137
  18. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    I pic them up now at Canadian Tire a local hardware/everything type store.
    It is a simple dual flute "not two flute" 1/8 - 1/4 shank next time I'm there I plan in getting a few more for sure
    I'm sure it's for wood but works well :)
    Robert Hummel, Apr 22, 2014
    #138
  19. dddman

    dddman Journeyman Builder

    Do you have the Canadian Tire part number?
    dddman, Apr 22, 2014
    #139
  20. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    I will get it for you when I pop in I don't have the package anymore
    Robert Hummel, Apr 22, 2014
    #140
  21. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    I was just thinking seeing the plastic cut out and the paint added in the OX recess I wonder how cool it would look if you could glue a colored plastic inlay in the OX aluminum recess :) Just a thought
    kram242, Apr 23, 2014
    #141
  22. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Dude! Now I'm going to be adding some LEDs to that idea "knightrider OX" lol
    Robert Hummel, Apr 23, 2014
    #142
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  23. skrider

    skrider Well-Known Builder

    Ooh, so many ideas. Pimp my CNC...
    skrider, Apr 23, 2014
    #143
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  24. kram242

    kram242 OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    lol too fun! :D
    kram242, Apr 23, 2014
    #144
  25. Tweakie

    Tweakie OpenBuilds Team Staff Member Builder

    Machines that 'glow in the dark' :thumbsup:

    Tweakie.
    Tweakie, Apr 24, 2014
    #145
  26. JustinTime

    JustinTime Veteran Builder

    And the number is...? I want to see if they stock it at the Center Point Mall location!
    JustinTime, Apr 24, 2014
    #146
  27. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    Here ya go :)
    image.jpg
    Robert Hummel, Apr 25, 2014
    #147
  28. Glenn West

    Glenn West Well-Known Builder

    Robert, can I order 2 kits from u?
    Glenn West, Apr 27, 2014
    #148
  29. Robert Hummel

    Robert Hummel Custom Builder Staff Member Builder

    When you say kits do you mean like the one I posted or a 4 plate kit with belt clips and hardware?
    Robert Hummel, Apr 27, 2014
    #149
  30. Glenn West

    Glenn West Well-Known Builder

    Yes the 4 plate kit with beltclips and hardware for OX.
    Glenn West, Apr 27, 2014
    #150
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