Lead CNC Mechanical Frame / CNC Router Full Complete Kit - Open Source

Product Description

Neotronics SA now offers the LEAD CNC Frame unit and also with options of purchasing the complete unit for your convenience. 

The Lead CNC Machine is based on Bulkman3d Manufacturer. Unlike other CNC machines in the market which uses a smaller and cheaper option like the Makita router, this is using a spindle motor which is alot more stronger and durable. This is meant for industrial use as well as small to medium size businesses.

The Lead CNC Mechanical frame is a large sized CNC frame unit that can be used to build a CNC laser engraver, CNC router machine and much more. The Lead CNC Machine was originally designed by Mark Carew, It is a super strong, accurate and easy to assemble CNC machine. Based on C-Beam, V-Slot, Xtreme Solid V-Wheels and TR8x8(P2) Leadscrews it is strong, accurate and reliable. It has been designed to accurately cut foams, woods, plastics and aluminium to 0.05-0.10mm accuracy or better. Functional engineering parts, toys, signs or anything else that can be imagined, can be made on the Lead CNC Machine.

Based on C-Beam, V-Slot, Xtreme Solid V-Wheels and TR8x8(P2) Leadscrews it is strong, accurate and reliable. It has been designed to accurately cut foams, woods, plastics and aluminium to 0.05-0.10mm accuracy or better. Functional engineering parts, toys, signs or anything else that can be imagined, can be made on the Lead CNC Machine.

Black Corner Connectors in place of Cast Brackets in order to increase rigidity. The Cable Drag Chain  bundle contains all the hardware for mounting Cable Drag Chains on your WorkBee, Ox CNC or other CNC machine to help with cable management.

We offer the easy to use Open source GRBL arduino based controller, Offline controller that does not require a laptop, and the Mach3 option. 

We have upgraded our GRBL controller kit to use the new xPRO v5 controller! The best controller in the market! Please see the details of this controller here: 

xPRO V5 GRBL Controller Kit for CNC Router Machine

Need to buy CNC materials such as MDF wood, plywood, ABS, and Acrylic for your machine? 

We stock a wide range of CNC materials. Click on the link here.

The added benefits of the Lead CNC Machine:

• Open Source – The LEAD CNC machine is Open Source and the Builder community is encouraged to modify and build on this design. Upgrade and Improved version.
• Easy to Build  – With the V-Slot Modular Framing System and Build-Along Video,assembly is quick and easy.​
• Affordable – Budget friendly parts allow Builders the opportunity to freely create.​
• Customization – Take it to the next level and make it your own!

Please take note of the following options available:

• Frame size of your choice  + Open Sourced Based GRBL Controller with Spindle Motor of your choice
• Frame size of your choice  + Mach3 NVEM USB Controller with Spindle Motor of your choice
• Frame size of your choice  + Offline Controller DDCS v3.1 with Spindle Motor of your choice

Please take note of the following Addons that can be used for the machine:

• CNC Dust Shoe  - Used for cleaning and ensuring the CNC machine is kept clean and tidy at all times.
• CNC Touch Plate Probe - Used for measurements for the Z-Axis tool setting.
• CNC Laser Module - Laser Module 15W - Strong Power for engraving purposes - TTL Connection. 

Please note no additional shipping charges will be added.

Please note: Mach3 Controller option is suitable for Senior to Advanced Level CNC Engineers and CNC Enthusiasts.

The Lead CNC Router option comes with the following parts:

Lead CNC Mechanical Kit

• 4 x Nema23( 1.26N.m) Stepper Motors for GRBL Option
• 4 x Nema23( 2.45N.m) Stepper Motors for Mach3 Option
• Cable Drag Chain Bundle
• Wiring Cable Kit
• GRBL or Mach 3 Controller Bundle
• 1.5kw or 2.2kw Water Cooled Spindle Bundle
• All Extrusions are M5 Tapped as where it is necessary
• A PDF Assembly Manual is sent to you upon order.

Below is a picture that has the MDF board and spindle motor ( Please note we do not provide the MDF board and drill bits for the spindle motor )

Stepper Motor Specs:

• NEMA 23
• Shaft Size: 1/4″
• Step Angle: 1.8
• Holding Torque: 1.26 N.m / 2.45N.m
• Rated voltage: 3.36 V
• Rated current: 2.8 A / 3A

CNC Spindle Motor 2.2Kw Water Cooled Specs:

• Net weight: 5.3kg
• Spindle Spec: φ 80 x 215 mm
• Power: 2.2 kW
• Voltage: 220 ~250 V or 110 V
• Frequency: 400 Hz
• Speed: 0-24000 R/min
• Water Cooling
• Run-out off: less than 0.005 mm
• Grease Lubrication
• VFD Inverter 1.5 kW 220 V or 110 V
• Collet: ER20
• Sizes: 1mm, 2mm, 1/8″, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 1/4″, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 1/2″, 13mm

There are 3 controller options:

1. Arduino GRBL based - Open Source
2. Mach3 NVEM USB based - Mach3 software
3. Offline Controller DDCS v3.1 - Built in software and no need for laptop! however G-code can be imported to the machine.

Arduino GRBL Based Controller contains the following - Complete controller parts as shown below:

The GRBL Driver controller kit comes with:

•     4 x 4 Core Shielded Cable (use for X Axis, Y Axis, Z Axis and A Axis)
•     3 x 2 Core Shielded Cable (use for X Axis, Y Axis, Z Axis)
•     1 x DC Power Cable
•     1 x Ground Wire
•     4 x 4 Pin Dupont Wire
•     3 x 2 Pin Dupont Wire
•     4 x Terminal Block (5 Pole)
•     3 x Terminal Block (2 Pole)
•     1 x E-Stop Switch + E-Stop Cable
•     3 x Limit Switch Kits
•     1 x Arduino(Compatible) UNO R3 with USB Cable
•     1 x CNC shield
•     4 x Stepper Driver - DRV8825
•     1 x Fan - 40x40 24V
•     1 x MEAN WELL Power Supply - 24V 350W

Mach3 UC300 Controller Kit or XHC Ethernet Controller kit can be taken for Mach3 - Mach3 software - Complete controller parts as shown below:

DDCS v3.1 Offline Controller - Complete controller parts as shown below: 

Big Benefit of the offline controller is that you do not need any laptop to operate, it runs independently on it's own and it already has built in software! Excellent Choice!

The DDCS is a 3~4 axes motion controller for stepper and servo systems. DDCS V3.1 is updated from DDCS V2.1 on software and hardware.It combines great power with a tiny footprint and is easy to use.  The highest output pulse per axis is 500KHz.

This provides high control precision for stepper motors and servo motors.

The DDCS numerical control system adopts the ARM+FPGA design framework. ARM controls the human-computer interface and code analysis and the FPGA provides the underlying algorithms and creates the control pulse. This guarantees reliable control and easy operation. The internal operating system is Linux-based.

The panel layout structure of the DDCS V3.1 is very rational to save space. All operations are controlled by only 17 keys and a comprehensive G code set is supported.

The DDCS can be used for many styles and types of CNC machines. Lathes, Routers, Pick&-Place and Mills are just a few examples. The DDCS operates as a stand-alone system without the need for a computer. This guarantees high precision, accuracy, and reliability.

Machine Addons

Frame Product Specs:

•     Model Number: LD-CNC-1010
•     Item Type: Hardware Parts/Machine Parts
•     Item Name: Lead CNC Kit-1000x1000mm
•     Frame Material : 6061-T5 Aluminum
•     Extrusion Color: Silver or Black for choice
•     X Axis Travel: 730mm
•     Y Axis Travel: 810mm
•     Z Axis Travel: approx 100mm
•     Workable Material Height (max):: approx. 50mm (with a 12mm base board)
•     Drive System:: TR8x8(P2) ACME Lead Screw
•     Machine Accuracy:: 0.05mm-0.10mm
•     Footprint:: 1000mm x 1000mm
•     Motor: Stepper Motor-High Torque 2.45N.m

Dimension details:

Travel (Cutting Area):    

• – X Axis :730mm    
• – Y Axis::810mm    
• – Z Axis: Approx 100mm    

Workable Material Height (max):    approx. 50mm (with a 12mm base board)    
Drive System:TR8x8(P2) ACME Lead Screw    
Machine Accuracy:0.05mm – 0.10mm    
Footprint:1000mm x 1000mm or bigger   ( depending on options preferred. ) 

We also offer the High Z Axis Mod for the Lead CNC machine, Please see below design.

The Lead CNC machine now will have a raised Z axis for working with material up to 20 cm thick! 

Should you require this High Z Axis Mod - Add it to the machine for a low additional cost! 

Compatible Material for Cutting/Milling:   

•     Aluminium    
•     Hard Wood    
•     Soft Wood    
•     Plexi Glass    
•     Delrin    
•     HDPE    
•     Foam
•     Acrylic
•     Plywood
•     Super Wood
•     and much more!

This is a self-assembly kit and comes with all the parts as per your option.    
All Extrusions are new and with M5 thread tapping for your assembly convenience.

Product Package:

•     Nema23 Stepper Motor (4 x High Torque-2.45N.m)    
•     Xtreme V Wheel Kit    
•     Aluminum Profiles    
•     688ZZ Bearings    
•     Angle Corner Bracket    
•     C-Beam Gantry Plate    
•     T8 Lead Screws    
•     Aluminum Spacer    
•     Low Profile Screws     
•     Joining Plate    
•     End-Mount    
•     L brackets    
•     Nylon Nut     

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