Making A Full Size CNC Plasma Cutter for a Small Shop

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  • @JohanErikssonSWE
    @JohanErikssonSWE ปีที่แล้ว +30

    said it before but i just want to drive it home.... I watch a ton of different DIY channels on YT, this right here "Cranktown City" is by far the most fun and engaging to watch. I love your humor and the "we´ll see" attitude you bring. I understand the ammount of problemsolving and grind that goes into the build that just dont get on film, i am amazed at the speed of wich you blast through these projects. Be safe and keep the spirit up brother

  • @brocklewis6809
    @brocklewis6809 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    I’d love to see a tutorial for the control side of things! I’m in the middle of designing a small table for my garage and could use any help I can get.

    • @nefariousyawn
      @nefariousyawn ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I wonder if that's a common challenge for diy CNC. I have a machine that's already built, but the controller is ancient and obscure and I just kind of lost motivation to get it running properly. Hardware is easy for me, but fusing that with electronics and software is when my brain clocks out to look for other shiny objects to play with.

    • @minskmade
      @minskmade ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nefariousyawn check out a gecko540 with a smooth stepper..i run 3 cncs with this setup...controller was like a grand total...that inc;uded 48volt psus and 12 and 5 volt psu...wiring etc..

  • @helloworld9924
    @helloworld9924 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    It is crazy to me that you only have so many subscriptions. Your projects are amazing and complex, and your videos are so fun to watch. Hopefully more people will get to know you soon. Greetings from Poland.

    • @noatreiman
      @noatreiman ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right? And also he is CUTEEEE 💗

    • @KieranShort
      @KieranShort ปีที่แล้ว +8

      One mention of him by AvE and he'll have a million subscribers.

  • @cxob2134
    @cxob2134 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A CNC tutorial would be nice, but these Build Log style videos are also an absolute treat.

  • @squelchstuff
    @squelchstuff ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Yep and yep.
    Looks to be an interesting build, and definitely along the lines I've been thinking for a dual role (steel and dead tree carcass) small footprint machine for myself. I just hadn't got past the dream it up fully stage quite yet. Seeing your design gives me hope, and the answer is as above for both questions.

  • @UltimateMaking
    @UltimateMaking ปีที่แล้ว

    Very big YES for ghetto tutorial on electronics and setup on linux cnc

  • @robbiesaylor9733
    @robbiesaylor9733 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Just wanted to say that I'd love to see a little more detail about the programming and electronics side of your projects.. I wouldn't say go full nerd cause there is plenty of that out there.. I like the fact that you let your mistakes show and I'm glad you made the choice to "lower the bar" I let perfection stand in the way of starting a lot of my own projects and watching you jump first encourages me to loosen up and do a thing regardless of it being right the first time! Keep at it!

  • @RokasSondaras
    @RokasSondaras 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What you are doing is amazing, everyone should strive to be this resourceful and smart.

  • @UltimateMaking
    @UltimateMaking ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish your channel had millions of subs, your videos are the only ones I dont find boring on that platform. Youre my top1 😂

  • @oilio5465
    @oilio5465 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I can design my own CNC but a lynx video would be great.
    You explain things weirdly well

  • @WheatMillington
    @WheatMillington ปีที่แล้ว +1

    omg I lost it when you were saying goodbye to the old machine

    • @Раиса-х1в
      @Раиса-х1в 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Maybe you need a new portable laser cutter?

  • @Hollywood4Fun
    @Hollywood4Fun 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm building a small desktop CNC machine right now. That's how I found this video. I had to subscribe just because your channel on fabrication made me laugh more than any other. I think you are the master of fabrication zen. At least on video you are. Got to love when somebody takes so many problems in stride and just forges ahead. Thanks for the entertainment. Good stuff.

  • @MAB_YT
    @MAB_YT ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just don't understand how you haven't reached 100k subscribers yet. Awesome content. Thanks for making great stuff.

    • @andreaudio
      @andreaudio ปีที่แล้ว

      My bet it's just that youtube likes great volume of videos.

  • @Ferraday
    @Ferraday ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Please don’t stop what you’re doing, you’ll get the recognition you deserve some day.

  • @Enoch1970
    @Enoch1970 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Grandpa used to build a lot of things without making any drawings. He also had gnarly hands. Anyhow planning everything out ahead of time works theoretically, and then when you do it... well these things happen. It happened plenty of times out on the construction site. I am sure you will find a solution, you are a smart guy.

  • @williamross8199
    @williamross8199 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m glad you upload videos more! I look forward to all of them!!!

  • @TheRainHarvester
    @TheRainHarvester ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bailing wire is an underrated building material.

  • @flatlinesup
    @flatlinesup ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes to plans. Love the floor space saving design. Thanks for sharing

  • @raymaster
    @raymaster ปีที่แล้ว +1

    lol the blanket scene was perfect.

  • @billmiller4800
    @billmiller4800 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. Nice to see that the best laid plans may still have a small flaw. It teaches people that even if you think it's perfect, some minor thing can make a mess of the plans. Oh wait... you said you weren't a role model... I think you're a perfectly good role model! I suspect your solution to the problem will be ingenious!

  • @jefferykuhn-d2y
    @jefferykuhn-d2y ปีที่แล้ว

    The big part is all the drive parts on these tables make peoples head spine .just keep going your great I really liked your video it showed what home shops can really do. 👍👍👍👍

  • @KieranShort
    @KieranShort ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great ending! Bring on the rest 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @xavierdemers-bouchard2747
    @xavierdemers-bouchard2747 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Duuuuuuuuuuude Yes to both. You really hide your genius really well but you don't fool me hahahaha. Great work sir and funny as all get out.

  • @didaumbrazil
    @didaumbrazil ปีที่แล้ว

    As always, very fun to watch. The goodbye scene was priceless!

  • @Nate_69420
    @Nate_69420 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Heck yeah id love to get a hold of plans for this! This could also work with wood for a wood cutter! A series on how to set up the electronics would be very helpful indeed!
    Either way, love your videos! Im drooling over this new cutter your putting together!

    • @jaggederest
      @jaggederest ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pretty sure she'll cut wood. Just have the extinguisher handy ;)

  • @pavulon5000
    @pavulon5000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cranktown City is hands down the best DIY channel on youtube, prove me wrong (you can't)

  • @myshopmyrules.3017
    @myshopmyrules.3017 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A bit late but. Put some caster on a pallet. Iv moved all sort of stuff on the one i had. Also made a 2x4 frame tall enough to almost be level with my pickup. Made it east for me to drag an engine from the truck onto it and roll it onto my shed.

  • @zebdeming
    @zebdeming ปีที่แล้ว

    "Don't worry about the mess, it helps me concentrate"... Same here

  • @TheDistur
    @TheDistur ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well you got part way. Never seen a leany one before. Interesting for sure!

  • @michaelguinn5736
    @michaelguinn5736 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a garage fabrication guy too, due to my "no room" problem my driveway becomes part of my shop....I subscribed

  • @Tims_Projects
    @Tims_Projects ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This reminds me why I now add all the nuts, bolts and screws to a 3D model on parts that move.
    You are doing a grate job as you always do.
    I love the way you have put it on its side, but I think you may need a Screw instead of the 10mm Timing Belt, when the power to the stepper motor is turned off, the trolley may drop to the floor.
    Perhaps split the aluminium part in two so you can spread those pieces apart, leaving a gap for the rollers on third rail.

  • @pete3897
    @pete3897 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keen to learn a bit of foundational knowledge about LinuxCNC. Cant think of anyone more entertaining to learn it from.

  • @jim4556
    @jim4556 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    yes on the Linux CNC. how do you plan on dealing with the smoke? I saw some people make a down draft table using one of those 6inch in line duct fans but their table was like a third of the size of this. love the idea of the plasma table being on its side. really cuts down on the space it takes and probably make placing a heavy sheet on it easier. might be problamatic with parts falling behind the sheet as its cutting. might need to design the parts to leave tabs so they need to be tapped out once the job is finished.

    • @Раиса-х1в
      @Раиса-х1в 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The desktop laser cutter I know uses a water table to deal with the metal debris dropped during the cutting process.

  • @JohnDoe-rx3vn
    @JohnDoe-rx3vn ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video, standing the table upright is a win

  • @Vikingwerk
    @Vikingwerk ปีที่แล้ว

    Stop everything! Cranktown City uploaded a video! We gotta watch it now!

  • @MakerMadness
    @MakerMadness ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great job man. Fellow Arizonian here… keep up the good work. I’d watch you do a tutorial. I’d probably buy the plans/fusion files if they were parametric so I could size the plasma cutter to a size that fits my needs!

    • @Раиса-х1в
      @Раиса-х1в 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you are in need, I will be happy to provide you with a laser cutting machine that suits your needs

  • @robert5
    @robert5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to your next video on this plasma table and seeing how it turns out. I am building a cnc 4x4 plasma table. Was going to make it over size and make a support so I can put a full 4x8 sheet on it so it hangs off the end and is supported but actual cutting will be 4x4. Going to be rollers on the edge to I can move the sheet in as needed. That is the plan anyway lol.
    Got everything ordered, Everlast PowerPlasma 82i, got here yesterday and I made a few test cuts. Using 1700mm/66 inch linear rails, arriving today. Figure that should give me a true cutting area of 4x4 plus, but we will see.
    I will have to see how long the included ball screws and rail trucks/bearings actually are and see what my true cutting zone will be. I was going to use 1500mm but up sized at the last minute. if it is way to big I can always cut down the rails and ball screws.

  • @gearscodeandfire
    @gearscodeandfire ปีที่แล้ว

    Old school diy style rules; great stuff

  • @razberry1997
    @razberry1997 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hell yeah! make the tutorials! I wish I had more videos available on how the electronics and software work

  • @Happyh0b0
    @Happyh0b0 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude! That's such a clever way of going about this. Will definitely keep this in mind.

  • @Ma_X64
    @Ma_X64 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your TIG welding skill is definitely getting better.😊

  • @JMassengill
    @JMassengill ปีที่แล้ว

    Found your channel last week. My wife largely ignores mechanical repair TH-cam videos but she laughs at yours. (It’s a good thing, trust me). So I subscribed and have been watching your older videos. The toast one was amazing. Keep up the good work and don’t make your girlfriend too mad!

  • @AlbertFilice
    @AlbertFilice ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love it, looking forward to seeing the second part!

  • @b7z21
    @b7z21 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes on the linux cnc, thinking of doing an upgrade myself...

  • @MrAlfalfa12345
    @MrAlfalfa12345 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are criminally undersubscribed, this video is amazing.

  • @moderatex6049
    @moderatex6049 ปีที่แล้ว

    awww happy middle indeed cant wait for the next vid! YES I WANT THE PLANS! And I'd gladly send some dingers your way for them too brother

  • @jorisjanssens4169
    @jorisjanssens4169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes please. Do some tutorials. Electronics and the plasma cutter head assembly. Just go a bit deeper in the explanation. Keep up the good work.

  • @thewrongestway2589
    @thewrongestway2589 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am very interested in plans for a table like this. I don't have a shed or garage, but i might get one in the new house. I love watching your videos. You, Sir, are my spirit animal.

  • @Engineerd3d
    @Engineerd3d ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love the Linuxcnc tutorial. With that said, I am sure there are a bunch of people who would buy the plans. The nice thing about plans is that someone else did the thinking and mucking about.

  • @greenberetwoodworks6458
    @greenberetwoodworks6458 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A tutorial and plans WITH the mistakes! Awesome video.

  • @AxelWinterOutlaw
    @AxelWinterOutlaw ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes definitely want a tutorial on the electronics, would buy that over the plans at quiet the premium!

  • @V5Aussie
    @V5Aussie ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YES TO BOTH! Please! That'd be awesome. :D

  • @julias-shed
    @julias-shed ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never seen a cutter like that looks great 😀

  • @TioDave
    @TioDave ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm working on a mpcnc plasma. It's about the size of your first one. I'm using it as a learning experience until I can fit a lager one.

  • @krishnavasudevarao
    @krishnavasudevarao ปีที่แล้ว

    Hilarious commentary 😂 fantastic video. Looking forward to the complete build. And yes, one day I'd like to make my own CNC plasma. Would love to buy your plans..

  • @jordanbennett6461
    @jordanbennett6461 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the edits and jokes. Also this is a cool build so far. As far as tutorials, I personally can't build this, but I live learning about it so will probably watch anyways just in case.

  • @Nobody-Nowhere
    @Nobody-Nowhere ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FluidNC is worth checking out for the controller, it runs on ESP32 so you get a wireless interface. Its quite nice & easy to setup.

    • @TheRainHarvester
      @TheRainHarvester ปีที่แล้ว

      Interesting. Do you use it? How does it compare to arduino grbl?

    • @Nobody-Nowhere
      @Nobody-Nowhere 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@TheRainHarvester A bit late, but yes i do use it. Its basically grbl made for ESP32, and its in continious developement. Its great.

  • @samb8414
    @samb8414 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the kind of content I love!! ❤

  • @SchmakDog
    @SchmakDog ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work!! Yes, I would love to get your plans and Yes, I would like to see a tutorial on the wiring & setup!

  • @dean9498
    @dean9498 ปีที่แล้ว

    "Don't worry about the mess,it helps me concentrate ". 😂

  • @ElizabethGreene
    @ElizabethGreene ปีที่แล้ว

    For my mini cnc mill I used a RAMPS board, just like the one in a 3d printer. Given your experience with the tig-printer that might be easier than LinuxCNC.
    I use bCNC running on a PC to control the mill, connected to the ramps board via USB.

  • @epicfred
    @epicfred ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We need another multi channel collaborative build off. Mostly because I want to participate. Potato cannons perhaps?
    Also, the Linux CNC tutorial would be cool. DIY CNC is what kept me from doing anything like that before I purchased my commercial, plug and play plasma cutter. I have other machines I want to convert but I have no idea where to start with them.

  • @Franckie.G
    @Franckie.G ปีที่แล้ว

    Fully interessted by tutorial by you about electronics for this kind of project

  • @grantfielder
    @grantfielder ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes to both those things. Love the vids brotha, and a tutorial vid would be awesome ! Keep up the awesome content 💪

  • @AndrewSpencer2
    @AndrewSpencer2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool design! I'd totally be interested in plans... if I hadn't already bought an old industrial 5x10 table. I'm converting it to centroid acorn controls, will see how it goes...

    • @minskmade
      @minskmade ปีที่แล้ว +1

      centorid is pretty plug and play...it just works out of the box from what ive seen...i use mach 3 because I'm insane.

  • @rukopop
    @rukopop ปีที่แล้ว

    It's cool, I support the channel and activities.

  • @ampakinetic
    @ampakinetic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes please to the plasma Linux CNC tutorial and the electronics. Also would be interested in the plans.

  • @baraBober
    @baraBober ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can even use plywood for some parts! It's much easier to work with

  • @37gang37
    @37gang37 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just amazing videos that everyone can relate to keep up the good work.

  • @GeoffintheGarage
    @GeoffintheGarage ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the best episode of Dragonball Z I've ever seen

  • @colinloeffler3633
    @colinloeffler3633 ปีที่แล้ว

    'Not the copper bro!' Lol
    Another great video man 👍

  • @brucewilliams6292
    @brucewilliams6292 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd like to see a Linux CNC tutorial and maybe the plans too. As always, love your videos.

  • @saf3ty3rd
    @saf3ty3rd ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such a good idea for space constrained shops. I've seen slant bed wood routers and wonder more than once why I've never seen a slant bed plasma table. I thought there must be a problem with cut parts sliding.

  • @mike-cl1mm
    @mike-cl1mm ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s a great video, ! Hope to see more and finish this ! I agree don’t understand why not many more subscribers.

  • @nocopyme84634744
    @nocopyme84634744 ปีที่แล้ว

    At long last someone has built a vertical plasma cutter that will take up a back wall and not half the shed ,cant wait to see how it works . I ve looked at nearly ever cnc build on TH-cam and yes how much for the plans .

  • @diegopicadidot8948
    @diegopicadidot8948 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hilarious montage combo! +1 power level unlocked

  • @mbgtx100
    @mbgtx100 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just stumbled onto your channel. Yes, I would buy reasonably priced plans, and yes I would love to see a tutorial on the electronics side as well.

  • @thejameslealartco.7625
    @thejameslealartco.7625 ปีที่แล้ว

    Plans! Tutorials! Yes!

  • @badmeatbrowniesthoughts1327
    @badmeatbrowniesthoughts1327 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job is always brother🙏 .Good work 👏. Keep em coming. Always worth a watch

  • @ronanrankin9758
    @ronanrankin9758 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A tutorial would be awesome! As well as plans for sale. Really like the small footprint of the vertical plasma

    • @rsz90182
      @rsz90182 ปีที่แล้ว

      You don't need plans when you have this step by step video man!!!

  • @frankcsernetics2376
    @frankcsernetics2376 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are both knowledgeable and funny! I've liked and subscribed and I'm starting your next video on this build. I'm a licensed Machinist with an abundance of CNC experience. Notice how I haven't been condecending? LOL Any ways, you are very entertainging. I hope you make more build videos!

  • @baraBober
    @baraBober ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't forget you have a 3D printer. Many of those parts can be 3D printed from ASA plastic. The results will be better. You could make some metal heat shields to prevent them from melting or something.

  • @dylanmojo8429
    @dylanmojo8429 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it bro! Looking forward to the next installment!

  • @icarus901
    @icarus901 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is an absolute joy to watch your videos. I'm only 3 minutes in...just wanted to share. That is all :)

    • @icarus901
      @icarus901 ปีที่แล้ว

      oh god it got better. snuggling with Ole Sparkie..hahah

  • @LoremIpsum497
    @LoremIpsum497 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice one!

  • @Smedleydog1
    @Smedleydog1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have watched several of your videos and have come to the conclusion that you sir are,
    A: a genius
    B: nuttier than a squirrel turd
    C: Both.
    Whatever the case may be, I'm really enjoying what I'm seeing. Keep it up.

  • @doaimanariroll5121
    @doaimanariroll5121 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would definitely like the plans even though I won’t be building one for years.

  • @sintaxera
    @sintaxera ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ofc we want more of you. Tutorial or rant

  • @hamlander756
    @hamlander756 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome stuff! Thanks for making these videos!

  • @dondywondy
    @dondywondy ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, I would love to see your Linux CNC tutorial! Thanks again for making these entertaining videos Viking. Appreciate it! (I said Viking 'cause you sorta look like a Viking.)

  • @H34...
    @H34... ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wont loose cut parts fall and cause problems? At work we have the odd problem with parts falling partially between the slots of our regular horizontally oriented plasma and catching on the tool head.
    Extras i'd recommend is replacing the floating head with a electrical contact sensor between the torch and workpiece. That's what i built for work, works much better on thinner stuff that would otherwise deflect under the floating head before it triggers and make your torch fire while dragging.

  • @TheAdambright
    @TheAdambright ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant!
    Aluminium though… not elumnum!
    You deserve waaaaay more subscribers!

  • @nefariousyawn
    @nefariousyawn ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thumbs up to seeing how you deal with Linux CNC. I have a machine that's already built, but the controller is ancient and obscure and I just kind of lost motivation to get it running properly. Hardware is easy for me, but fusing that with electronics and software is when my brain clocks out to look for other shiny objects to play with.

  • @baraBober
    @baraBober ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I see how much work it is to make a CNC Plasma Cutter, and for sure, if I ever need one, I'll just buy one. I don't like suffering

  • @lrussell851
    @lrussell851 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Umm... HELL YES I'd be interested in the plans! Also, def interested in the setup of the electronics and firmware/software.

  • @CreateStage
    @CreateStage ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes and yes! Subscribed! Let’s see those plans!

  • @baraBober
    @baraBober ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I see you got some fireball tools equipment there!

    • @cranktowncity
      @cranktowncity  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That dude is a marketing genius

  • @ibrahimkocaalioglu
    @ibrahimkocaalioglu ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You may try to use aluminium sigma profile for your next cnc. It is much faster and lighter build. Also you may use a proper linear rails for your X Y axis. Your linear stages are to bulky and therefore they collidated at the end of the video.

  • @alex4alexn
    @alex4alexn ปีที่แล้ว

    this needs a ton of thumbs up

  • @trex283
    @trex283 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes for both those things