XY-Plotter

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Printed Plotter! Old Plotter: YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/1TkYPDmsMEE I've Always Been Fascinated by Building 2D Plotters, and Now I Finally Got to Build One! The Plotter is Made from a Variety of Materials, Including Wood, Metal, and Plastic. Here's a Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build Your Own 2D Plotter: Materials Needed: * Wood (for the frame) * Metal (for the x-axis and y-axis rails) * Plastic (for the pen holder and other parts) Tools Needed: * Drill press * Router * Sander * Jigsaw * Hammer Step 1: Build the Frame The frame is made from four pieces of wood that are glued together to form a square shape. The frame should be sturdy enough to hold the plotter's components. Step 2: Attach the X-Axis Rail The x-axis rail is made from a piece of metal that is attached to the frame using screws. Make sure the rail is level and secure. Step 3: Attach the Y-Axis Rail The y-axis rail is made from another piece of metal that is attached to the frame using screws. Make sure the rail is level and secure. Step 4: Assemble the Plotter The plotter consists of several components, including the pen holder, x-axis stepper motor, y-axis stepper motor, and endstops. Attach these components to the frame according to the diagram below: Diagram: * Pen Holder: + Attach the pen holder to the x-axis rail using screws. + Make sure the pen holder is level and secure. * X-Axis Stepper Motor: + Attach the x-axis stepper motor to the x-axis rail using screws. + Make sure the stepper motor is level and secure. * Y-Axis Stepper Motor: + Attach the y-axis stepper motor to the y-axis rail using screws. + Make sure the stepper motor is level and secure. * Endstops: + Attach the endstops to the x-axis and y-axis rails using screws. + Make sure the endstops are level and secure. Step 5: Connect the Stepper Motors Connect the x-axis stepper motor to the arduino board using a ribbon cable. Do the same with the y-axis stepper motor. Step 6: Assemble the Arduino Board Assemble the arduino board according to the diagram below: Diagram: * Attach the arduino board to the frame using screws. * Connect the stepper motors to the arduino board using ribbon cables. * Connect the endstops to the arduino board using wires. Step 7: Upload the Code Upload the makeblock code to the arduino board using a USB cable. Make sure the code is uploaded correctly before proceeding to the next step. Step 8: Test the Plotter Test the plotter by moving the pen holder along the x-axis and y-axis rails. Make sure the plotter is working correctly before proceeding to the next step. Project Overview: When you start this project, you'll learn how to make a plan (todo-list), program with the arduino, and use a 3d-printer. The objectives of this project are to create a plan, make a todo-list, program with the arduino, and use a 3d-printer. Audiences: This project is suitable for students aged 15/16 who have some knowledge of engineering and science. Subjects: Science, math, technic Skills Learned: When you finish this project, you should be better in programming hardware (arduino), using a 3d-printer. Lessons/Activity: The first lessons will start with making a plan. Lesson 3/4/5/6: Start 3d-printing the parts. Lesson 6/7/8: Use screws and nuts to build the base for the plotter. Lesson 8/9/10/11: Install all the hardware to the arduino and make sure the steppers are not in 5V but on a 12V circuit. Lesson 11/12: Download the makeblock code and find out how to upload the code to the arduino. FINISHED! Duration: This project will take approximately 2 months to complete. Preparation: The material-list is included in the description. Rubric & Assessment: The students will build a 2-axis plotter that can draw with a pen! If you like, add a laser engraving module!