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FAQ

CNC, short for Computer numerical control has been around for a great many years. They were large very expensive machines that had built-in custom controls, limited functions and the G-code or equivalent needed to be entered manually one step at a time. Operators would spend a week on a training course before being let near the machine.
All that has now changed with advent of the modern Personal Computer and low cost electronics. The cost of basic machinery is still a significant outlay although cheap import machines from China and the like represent great value for money. The main piece of machinery that lends itself to CNC is the milling machine. With three axis of movement you can sculpt practical anything out of a solid piece of material with CNC.
You could say that most jobs can be done manually with a good operator at the handle and I would agree. However most of us are not full time machine operators and time is a precious commodity these days. Not to mention a whole new dimension of creativity like creating intricate patterns or shapes, writing text or even pictures into plastic or metal would be impossible to achieve without CNC.
While you can buy ready built or ready converted CNC machines for a lot less that they used to be, many hobbyists have a manual machine already at there disposal and converting there existing machine becomes a possibility. I am an electronics design engineer by trade, but I have always been into building mechanical items and model engineering as a hobby. To this end I also posess a milling machine and a lathe. It is the milling machine that I wish to convert to CNC operation and the section (MY PROJECT) shows details and pictures of the progress to convert a 20 year old Minor milling machine to CNC operation.
Although still not completely finished the conversion process I have designed a few electronics boards which form an all important part of the system. To aid other fellow machine conversion enthusiasts I have made these items available in either kit or ready built form. I deal with several electronics distributors and have also put together an accessory page with many useful items needed to complete the project.
These items have been carefully selected from many and I have chosen them and packaged them in useful amounts and value for money.

At DIYCNC, we've done our best to create a Web site that anticipates and satisfies our customers' needs. With that goal in mind, we've compiled a list of frequently asked questions.

• What do I get with the Kit’s.

Answer : The kits are supplied with everything needed to complete a working unit including construction details and every component down to nuts and bolts.

• Supply of ready made units.

Answer : Some are in stock but most built to order 5-7 days.

• Do you need any special equipment to set up the units after building the Kit’s.

Answer : All our designs need minimal or no setting up, just switch on and go.

• How long does it take to build the Kit’s.

Answer : It varies with the complexity of the design, most CNC projects can be built up in less that one hour, the larger Optoport and Bufferport boards taking a bit longer.

• What tools do I need to construct the Kit

Answer : You will need a soldering iron, preferably temperature controlled. Wire cutters, long nose pliers and a couple of small screwdrivers.

• What happens if after I build the kit that it does not work.

Answer : Contact us and we will suggest a few things to try so that you can resolve the problem. If this does not work then return the built PCB to us and we will sort it out, no charge.

• Are the boards RoHS compliant

Answer : Yes, all components and boards are lead free, we use lead free solder on our products which is also supplied with our kit’s