Plasma Table Build - Plasma Bot 4.0

[SeanMurphy265]

like the 52 x 104 inch cutting area setup good price .

That one is the best deal for what you get.

[ncsugrad2006]

That one is the best deal for what you get.

Looks like a pretty good price--I've always wanted one but havent had a reason for one yet, lol. Maybe one day.

[SeanMurphy265]

Looks like a pretty good price--I've always wanted one but havent had a reason for one yet, lol. Maybe one day.

I don't have a need for one either! I'm hoping it will pay itself back to me! There is not a CNC Plasma cutter within 30 miles where I live.

[ncsugrad2006]

I don't have a need for one either! I'm hoping it will pay itself back to me! There is not a CNC Plasma cutter within 30 miles where I live.

Maybe once I have a little more room I will start seriously considering it. It would be fun to do and have for sure.

[undercut]

Looks like a pretty good price--I've always wanted one but havent had a reason for one yet, lol. Maybe one day.

I strongly believe most Males are hard-wired to want more toys ... err ... I mean equipment. I consider myself extremely lucky that I never got hooked on stereo equipment and do not have an audiophile ear.

[ncsugrad2006]

I strongly believe most Males are hard-wired to want more toys ... err ... I mean equipment. I consider myself extremely lucky that I never got hooked on stereo equipment and do not have an audiophile ear.

Same here. I have some friends who are and won't accept less. They've spent more on stereo equipment than I've spent on cars in the last few years.

Seems like building one of these would be tough the first time but a lot easier the second. Or maybe that's just how I am

[SeanMurphy265]

I hope I just spent my last bit of $$$ on my plasma table! I ordered my torch height control from Eagle Plasma on Ebay. The cost with shipping was $269.00. I felt this was the best way to go since I am using an Everlast Power Plasma 60C. I had a 40% off coupon left over from one of the contest so I ordered a PP60C that arrived last week. I just have to get some time to finish the gantry....

Here is the price list so far!
Plasmabot 4.0 kit with nut plates including shipping - $191.94
Probotix 4axis Monster CNC stepper motor kit including relay, 20' motor cables, factory wired, power supply, fan, and large enclosure with shipping $765.48
2x2 tubing $429.60
Concentric and Eccentric bushings from PBC linear -$45.65
Gear Rack, SS nuts and bolts, bronze bearing sleeves, double sided tape $191.09
I spent $30.00 on stainless fasteners some that I ordered wrong or did not need.
VBX sealed bearings $62.50
Z Axis $280.70
Torch Height Control $269.00

Total $2265.96
Everast PP60c with 40% off coupon $732.99
Total with plasma $2998.95

I don't expect any more significant cost a $100.00 max. About the only other expenses I have are limit switches (If I use them) and one small piece of gear rack. I'm happy with the amount I have spent, I just need to finish it!!!!! I will have a 5'x8' table that is heavy duty!

[Rodsmachineshop]

yes but look at all the fun building it your self . I am going a different way on my build. to save space just using 1 rail system and making the upper arm unlach so can fold against the wall it will bolt to the concrete floor for support . a rough drawing of how i want to do it

[SeanMurphy265]

It makes you wonder why some of these companies charge $7,000.00 for a 4'x4' table. Some of these CNC Plasma companies are ridiculous! The DIY market has lowered the prices in the last 6 months. I've looked at CNC tables over the last year and a half, but there is no way I could justify that kind of $$$ for one. I looked at the 2x2 torchmate growth series, but it was out of my price range and 2x2 was too small.

[undercut]

yes but look at all the fun building it your self . I am going a different way on my build. to save space just using 1 rail system and making the upper arm unlach so can fold against the wall it will bolt to the concrete floor for support . a rough drawing of how i want to do it

I guess one thing you'll need to be careful with is to ensure there absolutely isn't any play when the swing arm is locked and ready to cut.

Sean, 5' x 8' is massive! (to me at least)