Projects/DIY CNC Mill

The mill is a Jet JMD-15 Mill/Drill that purchased used from the Virginia Tech auction. We are in the process of coverting it to CNC for increased functionality.

Original Specifications:

• Table Size (L x W): 7-1/2 x 23 in
• Table Travel (L x W): 6 x 14 in
• Spindle Travel: 3-1/2 in
• Spindle: 1 HP, 110-2580 RPM
• Spindle Taper: R-8

CNC Conversion ===

• X and Y Axes - Open loop, direct drive
  • NEMA-34 stepper motors (donated)
  • Generic DM860 Stepper Drivers
  • HP linear DC power supply
  • Arduino running GRBL control software
  • NEMA-34 motor mounts]
  • Laser cut wood mounts
  • 3D printed shaft coupling
• Z Axis
  • Still in planning, need to remove backlash from quill