Milling machine for wood with his hands: to buy or make yourself

I no longer set myself the question - to buy or make yourself. When it comes to how you see the work and what result you want to get the answer is obvious. Making only his hands, but to think a head. Like everyone else, I was surfing the internet, looking for homemade enthusiasm, and crying out in surprise, "ah, well done!", Finding for themselves exactly the solution that is as tried and did not occur. Today on the pages of my favorite publications, I will talk about how his hands to his head to make the router on the tree. Yes, and so as not to spend anything. Or almost nothing ...

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  • 1 From Theory to Practice: examine the principle of operation of milling machines for wood
  • 2 How to choose the power of the equipment for the milling machine for wood for home workshop
  • 3 Homemade milling machine on a tree with his own hands - instruction
    • 3.1 What are the components elements and materials needed in the work
    • 3.2 Making the bed
    • 3.3 Making countertops
    • 3.4 Preparation of space for mounting and manufacturing base plates
    • 3.5 Production stops and clamping comb
    • 3.6 Features connection milling machine to the power supply
    • 3.7 The order in which components are collected elements
    • 3.8 Additional security features
  • 4 CNC milling machine on a tree with his own hands - general
  • 5 How to do the router from drill on wood
  • 6 How to make a wood cutter with his hands

From Theory to Practice: examine the principle of operation of milling machines for wood

The greatest difficulty for a beginner "Samodelov" represents establishment of a rotating cutter. The best machine - one that can handle the wood, both on direct and on a curved path. It is important to choose the right and to fix itself cutter head, which is the main working body of the cutter. It is fixed to the spindle, which is located on the motor shaft. Most often, this piece is positioned vertically. The whole structure is mounted on a frame which can be moved along two axes. There are different types of machines, each of which has its own design features. If you plan to deal with figural carvings, you will approach the hand router with a movable cutter. As a basis we can take the technology used in a manual cutter.

Ready-hand cutter are easy to use, but not too cheap. However, to create such a machine can be improvised
Ready-hand cutter are easy to use, but not too cheap. However, to create such a machine can be improvised

Such devices have a simple device. The body hidden key components and elements. It provides the driving force of the motor. It 'hides' in the housing and fixes the holder adapters or collets, which are inserted in and fixed different diameter cutter.

However, not everyone will be satisfied with a master hand torch. To perform more complex tasks, better pay attention to the stationary milling machines.

Fraser can not only work with flat surfaces, but also to create recesses and grooves
Fraser can not only work with flat surfaces, but also to create recesses and grooves

In contrast to the manual method, the product treated with electric machines, are much more effective. Yes, and much time is saved. Separately it is necessary to say about the platform, which is usually made of metal. It can be attached to the housing booms separately. The lower portion has a sliding plate of a smooth material - this tool will go smoothly from point to point.

Tip! When you select a unit, pay attention to how conveniently arranged buttons on and off the device does not interfere if they are comfortable operating the machine.

An important parameter - the platform stability. It is better if it is made of die-cast (from expensive models) or extruded (at the cost of options) of the material. This will provide a better fit to the surface. Submersible models are considered more professional, they will help to create not only the recess, but also grind grooves and holes desired shape and depth.

The power router is directly proportional to the weight of the device. It is important to consider when selecting hand tools
The power router is directly proportional to the weight of the device. It is important to consider when selecting hand tools

How to choose the power of the equipment for the milling machine for wood for home workshop

Hand mill is designed specifically to work in small workshops or on the road. Large batches of lumber on it is difficult to handle, so the machine simply will not sustain the volume of work. Volumetric preform is easier to handle on stationary machines.

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"In order to create complex drawings on wood will have to purchase several types of hobs. Some of them you can do yourself, others purchased at specialty stores. "

For the home, residential use should be fine low-power machines. For example, 400 watts is sufficient to carry out minor works and drilling softwood. Machines of such power can be used for grooving. Price manual milling wood small, however, the feature set is very limited.

If you are planning to expand the processing specifics, it is better to opt for a model with a capacity of not less than 1 kW
If you are planning to expand the processing specifics, it is better to opt for a model with a capacity of not less than 1 kW

On such equipment, you can work out any kind of wood without difficulty. For domestic purposes it is enough. In professional use it is recommended to choose the machine with a capacity of at least 1.5 kW. Buy a milling machine machines for wood It does not always work, because the price may reach several tens of thousands of rubles. On such a machine will handle large volumes of wood and plastic, soft alloys, such as aluminum, it will "eat" all types of mills. Remember that the power depends on the execution time of the task. Spindle speed - a very important feature, which affects the price of milling machine for wood, this option is worth paying attention to when choosing equipment. Processing of different densities wet or dry wood is most effective at certain speeds.

Tip! If you plan to work with large volumes of the same type of material, it does not make sense to purchase multi-unit. For switching and soft-start mechanism is equipped with a reduction gear.

Dimensions of the working platform and the distance from the spindle axis to define a working table top dimensions workpieces. From choosing the right spindle for a milling machine for wood depends on the accuracy and depth of the part, as well as the opportunity to choose the right cutter.

Dust suction - wood processing snail extract - irreplaceable thing. Sometimes conventional vacuum cleaners are used for such purposes, which are mounted at an angle to the frame
Dust suction - wood processing snail extract - irreplaceable thing. Sometimes conventional vacuum cleaners are used for such purposes, which are mounted at an angle to the frame

Dimensions and weight of the machine - fan suitable desktop compact model, which is installed on a workbench and removed after use in the pantry. In the presence of the workshop appropriate to raise their hands full milling machines for wood on the frame. If you plan to work on a construction site, pick a manual mill.

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"Manual electric mill top may be a fixed type or immersion. Fixed models are cheaper, but less functional. This tool cutter can not move relative to the device body. "

It is much more convenient to use a submersible mill, the drive motor is mounted on a special guides and during the execution of processing can be moved thereon along a working showerheads. The design Milling submersible also has a special spring which ensures lifting of the working nozzle after the treatment with its help is executed. If in the process of acquiring choose top class routers, which one is better, then clearly should pay attention to the submersible models that are perfect for both professionals and beginners.

Tip! Provided for in its design, a smooth start-up mode and a quick stop. In addition, it is important to provide the motor unit so that it was possible to change the motor brushes without disassembling the case.

Homemade milling machine on a tree with his own hands - instruction

The easiest way to make his own instrument at home - construct lathe of the drill or milling cutter or an electric motor which has been removed from the other tool. This process is not too complicated, so every artist is able to cope with its implementation. This would require an electric motor, whose power is 500 W, and the materials at hand. The drive can be used and a drill. Of course, for the manufacture of a lathe requires some skills.

One embodiment of low power machine improvised
One embodiment of low power machine improvised

What are the components elements and materials needed in the work

Naturally, the first thing to get - is the motor. It can be of different types, the collector or asynchronous. More versatile - motors of the first type. Their power is enough to create a domestic router.

Next up are the materials from which we will carry out the tabletop. This may be either conventional boards and metal frame welded from old pipes. Home - to ensure stability of the construction. In some cases, it is advisable to "plant" the foundation bed of cement. Be careful with the metal base for fastening the mounting plate at the router. It must have high strength, yet not be too thick. It is most often made of a PCB or a thin metal sheet.

Making the bed

Materials for the manufacture of the frame are selected depending on the engine size, volume and dimensions of the material, which is expected to handle. It can be made of wood or metal, have a team or cast construction. Collect milling table with his hands for the machine on a tree can be made of different materials. The main thing is to provide sufficient rigidity and stability of the construction.

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"The best way to build a frame with adjustable feet, in which case it can be installed even on uneven ground."

Option sophisticated frame with adjustable legs and wooden top
Option sophisticated frame with adjustable legs and wooden top

Making countertops

For the treatment of wood or plastic, small size suitable worktop made of wooden boards or thick plywood. Some artists use the surface of the end-of-their tops on kitchen sets. The coated surface protection and maintain the necessary slip extinguish vibration.

Scheme wooden worktops for a milling machine
Scheme wooden worktops for a milling machine

Carefully examine the surface of the alleged countertops. It should not be uneven and jagged. In the process, it must retain its original shape, otherwise after a few days of work it needs to be replaced. If this is not done, the details that you want to handle, will not perfectly flat fixed on a table, distortions arising during operation can damage the cutter, lead to excessive vibration and errors in processing details.

Preparation of space for mounting and manufacturing base plates

Mounting plate - a rectangle formed mostly of metal, which are cut in the center hole under the engine. It can be attached to the table top from the back side, or "overhang" above it. At this stage it is important to understand how and where will be located the engine.

Traditional variant - the lower mounting under the table. In Scheme noted the mounting location for the mounting frame
Traditional variant - the lower mounting under the table. In Scheme noted the mounting location for the mounting frame

Production stops and clamping comb

To fix the workpiece to the base required to use special stops and pressure combs. They allow you to secure the product in such a way so that it can be approached from either side and perform its handling. For this purpose on the frame are special recesses in which are mounted milling clamps.

Pinch clamps for milling machines can carve yourself
Pinch clamps for milling machines can carve yourself

Now sold ready sets of clamps for different types of machines. Clamps can be of different shapes: straight and curved, universal, forked, mobile or not. However, the squares are often used for self-assembly, supports, clamps, clips to the table top, or the guide.

Features connection milling machine to the power supply

Milling machines are sophisticated equipment that is connected to the power supply which is carried on a particular circuit.

Production of such connection tools carried by network three-phase alternating current frequency of 50 Hz oriented + 2 and a voltage of 380 + 338 in
Production of such connection tools carried by network three-phase alternating current frequency of 50 Hz oriented + 2 and a voltage of 380 + 338 in

In industrial facilities install vertical milling machines for heavy-duty wood. When does it make sense to pull a separate line for milling machine in the home - the big question. Another thing, if the garage has instituted 3 phases. Then, of course, easier to take asynchronous trohfaznik with the condition that the power cable will withstand the load. Soft start and stop, high output - this machine allows to work with almost all of the wood samples and perform any operation.

In the same household, home-made structures connection device carried by the standard procedure of a socket 220
In the same household, home-made structures connection device carried by the standard procedure of a socket 220

Moreover, the control mechanism is often provided with a crash protection and regulated with a transformer and an additional switch.

The order in which components are collected elements

It all starts with the base assembly, the machine frame on which is mounted a workbench. Depending on the location of the motor is fixed worktop.

Tip! Table top made of wood can shrink and crack, which is very impractical. If you have to use this material, it is best to look for countertop finished with a special moisture-resistant coating.

Depending on the engine mounting position is fixed platinum engine and stops.

Additional security features

Plan the additional structural elements. Where and how will be located cleansing mechanism of the cut scenes from debris and dust. What nuances should be considered:

  1. Ability of illumination of the working area.
  2. Availability switching buttons on and off the machine, and the availability of the emergency stop lever.
  3. Protection against dust.
  4. Motor availability.
  5. Directing and protecting screens.
  6. Designated clips and clamps (to be defined before selecting countertops).

CNC milling machine on a tree with his own hands - general

This type of machine, of course - one of the most ideal for the job, however, requires some self-knowledge and programming skills for the manufacture of such equipment. In fact, you have to answer a few questions:

  1. You are able to write (or find someone who will do it) a program that can be programmed consistently moving the cutter for a given algorithm. To do this, you can purchase a customized program.
  2. Installation preparation - from "A" to "Z".
  3. Setting up the program in the CNC.
  4. Proper connection of all components and systems. Including the correct choice and installation of lead screws with sleeves.
Not an easy thing - to draw up a scheme and find the necessary accessories. The complexity of the scheme depends on the tasks to be performed by the CNC router for wood with their hands
Not an easy thing - to draw up a scheme and find the necessary accessories. The complexity of the scheme depends on the tasks to be performed by the CNC router for wood with their hands

Omit the mechanical part, elaborated on email. For proper operation of the CNC machine need to prepare the following controls: the power supply, controller, driver (stroke provides cutters). All the "filling" is located in a separate block, often at some distance from the working of the motor, to avoid disruption of the chip due to engine vibration.

The whole system is controlled by a special software package. You can use a well-known KCam. It easily adapts to virtually any controller.

The controller circuit chips on 555TM7
The controller circuit chips on 555TM7

The program can be "read" a number of special applications that will take the digital data into a visual image, and you will see your item in three dimensions. The program allows you to adjust and program the stroke rate and other technical parameters for a specific task.

How to do the router from drill on wood

Drill - one of the most common tools that help us out in any situation. Fraser-based drill will help solve a number of problems with the unit can always be disassembled again. This "home-made" will not cost practically nothing. The only thing you will need to determine the position of the tool holder with respect to the working surface. Consider one of the options of how to turn the drill into the router, and to carry out a sufficiently wide range of tasks. In some ways, this machine can replace turning and milling machines for wood-made, and in some ways even "beat" them.

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Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsWe are looking for the handle of the tool useless, which could be used as a convenient handle.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsSlightly upgrade it by means of special fasteners beforehand preparing fasteners that lock the drill in a stable position.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsFasten the door to the holder by means of special corners.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsMark up the Plexiglas. It will serve as a support structure.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsWe get this such a mounting plate of Plexiglas.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsSet ministanok on a support structure.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsThrough artful rotary fasteners fasten one more plate.
Why not buy a router on a tree: a few words to the master, who used to do everything with their own handsThe depth and the angle of inclination of the cutter controlled by a special movable clamp.

This manual will enable the router to perform curly and straight cut, without any difficulties to drill out the necessary holes. Appreciable downside is that the hand-mill, made from scrap materials, is no different strength. Also, the speed of processing parts is not very high. The situation can be solved replacement engine perforating.

How to make a wood cutter with his hands

Each milling machine for wood requires its own set of cutters. Sometimes pick them quite difficult. In this case, you can make the mills with their own hands. In order to produce a milling tool, the easiest way to use scraps of reinforcement. steel rods also work. The only problem - the uneven surface of the reinforcement must be cut down in a lathe. Consider the particular fabrication technology homemade cutter.

On half of the cutting edge of the workpiece is cut half diameter. Between the workpiece portions with different diameters formed smooth transition
On half of the cutting edge of the workpiece is cut half diameter. Between the workpiece portions with different diameters formed smooth transition

Next to the already treated workpiece is removed even a quarter of the diameter of the grind and smooth transition. Further surrenders cutter rectangular shape, which is cut off its lower part. The thickness of the part of the billet, where there is the working part of the tool, should be at least 2-5 mm, in other cutters may burst. Manufacture of wood milling machine with their own hands - not an easy task, but doable. In this you can see by looking here these wonderful homemade samples of machines.

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