Description
How To Select Your Machine:
Step 1: Mechanical Frame Size
In this step, you are selecting what frame size you want your CNC Machine to be.
Step 2: Stepper Motor
In this step, you are selecting what Stepper Motor you want to install on the machine. If you are using your own Nema23 Stepper Motors you can choose “No Stepper Motor”.
We recommend using our Stepper Motors.
Step 3: Cable Management System
In this step, you are choosing if you want to add a Cable Management System to your machine.
If you do not want to add a Cable Management System you can continue without selecting one.
We recommend adding the Cable Drag Chains
Step 4: Electronic System
In this step, you are selecting the Electronic System you would like to run your machine.
If you are using your own you can add just the cables, or choose not to add any.
We recommend the xPRO V5.
Step 5: Spindle / Router Mount
In this step, you are selecting a Spindle or Router Mounting Bracket.
If you are using your own router you can get just the bracket. You can continue without selecting an option.
Step 6: Touch Probe
In this step, you are selecting a type of Touch Probe.
You can continue without selecting an option.
Step 7: End Mill Starter Set
In this step, you are selecting an End Mill Starter Set. These sets are great general-purpose sets.
You can continue without selecting an option
Step 8: Surfacing Bit
In this step, you are selecting a Surfacing Bit.
You can continue without selecting an option.
9: Review and Purchase:
This is the last stage of the selector. Here you review your chosen options as well as the price of the components. You can go back and edit the options you have selected.
NOTE: If you go back and edit the options then you will need to go through the following steps again as the available options may have changed.
If you have any questions along the way!
Email: team@makerstore.cc
Phone: (513) 760-6253
About the OutBack CNC:
The OutBack CNC Machine is our strongest, most rigid CNC Router model. The OutBack has upgraded the motion system on all Axis from our tried and tested wheel system to heavy-duty HGR and MGN linear rails with recirculating ball bearing sliders. The HGH15CA Bearing is commonly seen on larger automation systems and CNC Machines with heavy-duty linear actuators. By securing steel linear rails to the aluminum extrusion, as well as replacing roller wheels with recirculating captive bearings, the rigidity and overall dynamic strength of the OutBack CNC model have been immensely increased.
The OutBack CNC has also an upgrade to the X-Axis and Y-Axis C-Beam Extrusions to our famous C-Beam HEAVY which has a 72% improvement when compared to a standard C-Beam under the same conditions.
The OutBack CNC is designed to be capable of machining wood and soft metals with a heavier more powerful spindle. Deformation and chatter are minimized with the improvement of the C-Beam HEAVY extrusion paired with the installation of steel linear rails.
About the Tool Mounted to the Machine
The Spindle weight and size was a key scope that was addressed when designing the OutBack CNC. The OutBack Z-Axis is designed to carry up to 9kg. This is perfectly suited for a range of Spindles as well as Lasers, Plasma Torches and most Routers and Trimmers (Makita, Dewalt, Bosch etc…). When using a Router/Trimmer we generally recommend the worktime to be up to 1.5 hours continuously running.
1.5kW Er11 Air-Cooled Spindles which generally weigh between 1-4kg are great additions to the OutBack CNC. A larger 1.5kW Er16 Air Cool Spindle is recommended as the weight is well within the OutBack CNC’s limit, and the larger ER16 Collet Size allows for more tools and bits to be used. When using an Air-Cooled Spindle we generally recommend the worktime to be 5-8 hours continuously running or 3 hours if the environmental temperature is above 35°C. We do not recommend running the Air Cooled Spindle if the environmental temperature is above 40°C.
The 1.5kW Water-Cooled Spindle and 2.2kW Water-Cooled Spindle are suitable for the OutBack CNC. With the Er20 Collet size offered in the 2.2kW Spindle an even larger range of tools can be used including large surfacing bits. With the introduction of a Water-Cooled system, the continuous running time of the Spindle can be increased. In a basic system with no radiator, the continuous running time is generally recommended to be up to 8 hours. If the environmental temperature is high, or the continuous running time is longer than 8 hours we recommend installing a radiator with a fan to the cooling system to assist in cooling the water more. With a radiator installed and other components, such as a fan and a larger reservoir, the spindle can (in theory) run continuously.
Approximate Cutting Area (mm) |
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Foot Print |
1000×1000 | 1000×1500 | 1500×1000 | 1500×1500 |
X-Axis | 775 | 775 | 1275 | 1275 |
Y-Axis | 815 | 1315 | 815 | 1315 |
Z-Axis (With 12mm Spoiler Board) |
135 | 135 | 135 | 135 |
Key New FeaturesBelow are some of the Key Features of the OutBack CNC. |
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HGR Linear Rail on Y-Axis and X-Axis |
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Increased Working Height |
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Stepper Motor Mounting Brackets |
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C-Beam HEAVY |
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Spoiler Board Design |
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Slimline Z-Axis with MGN 15 Rails and Bearings |
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Cap Head Screws – Also known as Socket Head Screws |
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Jaw Couplings |
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Lead Screw Tensioning Nut |
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Lead Screw Transmission System |
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Cable Management System
When wiring up a CNC Machine, even a simple CNC machine, there will be a lot of cable runs that are needed for all the components of the electronic system. These cables will quickly start getting in the way of moving parts and if there is no cable
management there is a serious risk of damaging cables which can be extremely unsafe when the CNC machine is operating.
Simply cable tying the cables to your frame will not work because the CNC machine axis is constantly moving, so the cables too must move with the axis. Cable Drag Chains are a solution to cable management. When it comes to cable drag chains, if you have the space for them, the larger the better. It is easier to feed a new cable through a larger drag chain than it is trying to force a cable through an already full smaller drag chain. Cable Drag Chains very quickly fill up with the numerous cables that are running around the CNC Machine.
Our15x30mm Cable Drag Chains have each individual link able to be opened up, this is an incredibly useful feature the smaller drag chains do not have. Drag chains can be shortened or lengthened by simply removing or joining links of the chain.
Electronic System
When it comes to deciding on an electronic system to control your CNC machine there are many opinions on the options to choose from and researching these can lead you down a rabbit hole. However, a great place to start is with the software. The choice of software to control your machine will dictate the options available for electronic hardware. To read more about Electronic Systems please read here
This electronics bundle contains all the required electronics to operate the CNC machine. The only part you need to bring is a computer. The xPRO V5 Motion Control System is our easiest to set up and learn and most user-friendly electronic control system. |
High Torque GRBL System
This electronics bundle is the most flexible and adaptable CNC control system we offer. This system does take a bit more to set up, but can be adapted and changed to suit a vast range of different applications. |
Spindle / Router Mount
A Spindle/Router Mounting Bracket is the best choice if you are using a standard Makita/Dewalt/Bosch router. Check the diameter of your router before choosing the size.
The 400W Air Cooled Spindle is a DC motor similar to a router. These spindles are relatively safe to use and run on 48VDC. If a fault condition ever occurs no serious harm will come to the user. Small spindles such as this can perform the same cuts and run times as a standard router. The runout for the 400W Spindle is generally more accurate than a router.
The 1.5kW Air Cooled Spindle is a 3-phase motor that uses 120VAC+ per phase through electrical windings at a high frequency to rotate a shaft. Generally, spindles require the user to terminate the wires to each phase in a connector. Terminating wires can be quite difficult for an individual who does not have the experience or skills in delicate soldering. Care must be taken when terminating a spindle connector to ensure there is no short circuit between phases or earth. Spindles have a conductive metallic housing which is incredibly dangerous if exposed to a voltage above 50VAC. The 1.5kW Air Cooled Spindle will run significantly quieter than routers. The runout is also considerably low and becoming ‘bogged’ or stuck while moving through materials during a cut is incredibly difficult and almost non-existent. The powerful 3 phase spindles are designed to run non-stop for hours at a time.
Touch Probe
There are two options when selecting a Touch Probe. One is a simple touch probe used for correctly offsetting the Z Height from the workpiece prior to beginning a job. The other option is an XYZ Touch Probe that is used to accurately set the 0, 0, 0 coordinate of the workpiece prior to beginning a job.
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