CNC Enclosure Finally built

Add-ons & Modifications 🧰 CNC Setup
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Finally got around to building an enclosure for my Longmill. I have sketchup plans that I am happy to share with anyone interested. Still need to add some sound proofing but happy with everything so far.

Based on the amount of help I have received from everyone I wanted to give back a little.

The base is made up of solid oak. The enclosure is a missmatch of plywood, oak and MDF.

I still need to add the door openers to assist with raising the front lid. It is very heavy!!

Below is a list of supplies that I used (I do not get anything from you purchasing for yourself) :

Vacuum Hose:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-1-7-8-in-x-10-ft-Pro-Grade-Locking-Vacuum-Hose-Kit-for-RIDGID-Wet-Dry-Shop-Vacuums-LA2570/305626336?ITC=AUC-97521-23-12140

Retractable lanyards (ended up having to double up on a couple locations due to weight of hose. Used a total of 10. Lanyard attached to eyehook and cable ties around hose):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QKR1KCH?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

LED Lights (very happy with the way they lit up the enclosure):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088YF3B6R?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

Plexiglass Front:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H9NQP8G?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

Hose reducer (Used a hole saw in the right rear corner. Reducer from 4" to 2 1/2". You will have to use the adapters in the vacuum hose kit from Home Depot)
:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WLQ3SDB?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

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@BC201 Boy, Chuck, when you come back after being away for a while, you don’t mess around. :grinning:

That is quite the engineering feat! For anyone here with the space for it, your design seems to have covered the bases.

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I really like the retractable reels for managing your vac hose, it seems like a great way to suspend the hose without securing it too rigidly.

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They really worked great. In a couple places I needed to double up so that the weight could be properly supported. But for the price, not sure that you can beat it.

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Love the design and layout. This is what I’m looking for. If you don’t mind sharing the design and plans that would be appreciated. Thank you!

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Great work Chuck. How tall are the side walls?

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Great setup…awesome
Would you mind sharing the plans?

Cheers
Craig

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@Milo Welcome to the forum Craig. Lots of good folks that are very willing to help! The forum post you responded to is over a year old. Not sure if they will respond or not. You could try posting a new topic and ask for peoples enclosures for their longmill. You may have better luck with what you are seeking. Just my 2 cents worth anyhow. Again, welcome!
Jake

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Hi Folks
Just picking up my Longmill MK2 tomorrow
Does anyone out there wish to share any plans for an enclosure?
I also have some plexiglass sheets to incorporate into it.
Much appreciated!
Craig