Goals

• is to take on 4x8 sheets when needed, if not will stick with 4x2 or 4x4 table
• make the table expandable in the y direction
• adjustable belt for y-axis to take on 4x2, 4x4, or 4x8 configurations
• disasemble into small parts, take no floor space when not in use

Design

• Y-axis the the expandable axis

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Table

• minimal floor space for 4x8 sheet
  • https://youtu.be/oSTO3ugrU6Y
  • breakdown of design in video
  • here is the design file
• Sits on sawhorses for the full 4x8
• Laminated plywood for strength

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• unistrut for railing
  • use 1.5", the narrower 3/4" was not recommended by og designer
• use modular furniture clips to hold parts together
  • something like this
• tensioner design
  • note that the Lowrider3 has a different belt system than Lowrider2
    • reconsider table design

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Electronics

• enclosure?
• reuse old parts?
  • got some NEMA 17 motors on hand
• auto squaring is necessary for a modular table like this
• 5 driver board

laser

Parts

Mods