I've been kicking around the idea of building one of these machinces for quite some time and after sourcing the parts the past few weeks, I've finally received the majority of components etc. to start building.
I decided to go with the LO-X7 DSP controller with color LCD display (from Lightobject) and plan on building the subsystem from Scott's 2.x build (
http://www.buildlog.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=2590) using an UNO and touchscreen which handles all the switching of the blower, air assist, water pump etc. He has graciously agreed to provide the source code on his github (
https://github.com/sshwarts).
For the cooling, I plan on using a PC cooling system (in the above picture) hopefully contained inside the system somewhere to keep the tube cool (if anyone has tried this before please chime in with success/failure/suggestions).
After a couple of hours last night my son and I managed to get the frame assembled.
I'll post more as I progress...
A couple of side notes:
Anyone needing the 64" MXL belt for the z-axis, I purchased some (in quantity) from a source reeser found and will have 6 available for sale (after they arrive on the boat from China) for $10 ea. + shipping costs so PM me if you are looking for this item and I'll let you know when they come in.
I also have a CNC machine that I built several years ago and got in working order recently so I can mill any of the HDPE pieces. Again, PM me if you are interested/needing these pieces and I'm sure we can work something out.
Happy building!