Time, tools, and cost estimates to complete each chapter in the book. These are only estimates as your tool availability and skill level may vary. Note that the costs do not include the cost of the router, software, computer, shipping charges, or taxes.

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Cost Estimate: $273

Time Estimate: Couple hours

Tools Needed:

Chop saw or miter saw used to cut the 8020 extruded aluminum.

Chapter 2: Stand Assembly

Cost Estimate: $198

Time Estimate: Weekend

Tools Needed:

7/16" Wrench (used to tighten the shelve nuts)
3/4" Wrench (used to adjust and tighten the feet)
Power drill
1/4" drill bit
3/4" Forstner bit
Phillips screw driver
4' Level

Chapter 3: Y-beam Assembly

Cost Estimate: $116

Time Estimate: Weekend

Tools Needed:

7/16" Wrench
Reciprocating saw (used to cut threaded rod)
Drill press
1/8" Drill bit
3/8" Drill bit
Phillips screw driver
4' Level

 

Chapter 4: Table And Rails

Cost Estimate: $111

Time Estimate: Weekend

Tools Needed:

7/16" Socket wrench (used to tighten the shelve nuts)
2, 9/16' Wrenches (you can substitute a socket wrench)
Power drill
Drill press
1/4" and 11/32" drill bits
1/4" Extended drill bit
3/4" Forstner bit
Reciprocating saw (with metal cutting blade)
Metal file

Chapter 5: Y-carriage Construction

Cost Estimate: $175

Time Estimate: Weekend

Tools Needed:

2, 7/16" Wrench's or sockets
2, 9/16" Wrenches
Drill press
3/8" Drill bit
5/16" Drill bit
1/8" Drill bit
13/64" Drill bit
Reciprocating saw
1/4" Tap

Chapter 6: X-beam

Cost Estimate: $10

Time Estimate: Couple hours

Tools Needed:

2, 7/16' Wrenches
Drill press
11/32" Drill bit
1/8 Drill bit

Chapter 7: X-carriage

Cost Estimate: $90

Time Estimate: Weekend

Tools Needed:

2, 7/16" Wrenches or sockets
2, 9/16" Wrenches (used to tighten V-bearing bolts)
Drill press
3/8" Drill bit
1/8" Drill bit
13/64" Drill bit
Reciprocating saw
1/4" Tap

Chapter 8: Z-carriage

Cost Estimate: $88

Time Estimate: One day

Tools Needed:

2, 7/16" Wrenches or sockets
2, 9/16" Wrenches (used to tighten V-bearing bolts)
Drill press
1/8", 3/8", 13/64", 5/16" Drill bits
Reciprocating saw
1/4" Tap
Rotary grinder with cutting wheel
Pliers

Chapter 9: Motor Mounts

Cost Estimate: $72

Time Estimate: Weekend

Tools Needed:

Drill press
3/8" Drill bit
1-1/8" Forstner bit
1" Forstner bit
Scroll saw (jig saw)
Reciprocating saw

Chapter 10: Installing the ACME Screws

Cost Estimate: $240

Time Estimate: One day

Tools Needed:

9/64" Allen wrench
Reciprocal saw

Chapter 11: KRMx01 Electronics

Cost Estimate: $447

Time Estimate: One day

Tools Needed:

Phillips screwdriver
5/16" Drill bit
Portable drill or drill press
Wire cutters
Wire stripers

Chapter 12: Mach 3

Cost Estimate: $221

Time Estimate: Couple hours

Tools Needed:

None

Chapter 13: Installing Stepper Motors

Cost Estimate: $138

Time Estimate: One day

Tools Needed:

7/16" Wrench
3/8" Wrench
5/64" Allen wrench (used to adjust set screws on shaft coupler)
3/32" Allen wrench (used to adjust clamp screws on shaft coupler)

Chapter 14: Cable Hookup

Cost Estimate: $91

Time Estimate: Couple hours

Tools Needed:

7/16" Wrench
Power drill
1/4" Drill bit
Saw (used to cut side table)

Chapter 15: Adjusting the Drive Train

Cost Estimate: None

Time Estimate: Couple hours

Tools Needed:

2 7/16" Wrenches or sockets
3/8" Wrench

Chapter 17: Router Hookup

Cost Estimate: $180

Time Estimate: Couple hours

Tools Needed:

Phillips screwdriver
3/16" Allen Wrench

Chapter 20: Conclusion

Cost Estimate: None

Time Estimate: None

Tools Needed:

None