How to build a large CNC router controlled by Arduino GRBL, UGS, and Fusion 360 - Part II @ScienceFunInnovations
How to build a large CNC router controlled by Arduino GRBL, UGS, and Fusion 360 - Part II  @ScienceFunInnovations
Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
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This video is part II - Here is the link to part I: youtu.be/DF_1bY8aJbc

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Make your own CNC parts out of wood, plastic, or even aluminum. In this video I show you step-by-step how I build a large CNC router for under $600. This router is controlled by an Arduino using GBRL (G-Code) delivered by the free Universal G-Code Sender application. This project does not require a lot of tools and is very fun to build. CNC routers this size normally cost several times more. Below are the links to most of the parts used in this video. Note that some of these are affiliate links, meaning no extra cost to you, but my channel might make a little extra to put towards the next video. Thank you for your support! (Note: Some of these items may be cheaper on AliExpress)

Templates and schematics available here: sciencefuninnovation.gumroad.com/l/arhgh

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Links to software used in this video:
Arduino GRBL - github.com/gnea/grbl
Universal Gcode Sender - github.com/winder/Universal-G-Code-Sender
UGS Fusion 360 Plugin - github.com/tapnair/UGS_Fusion
Watch this video if you get stuck trying to install UGS or UGS Fusion Plugin - youtube.com/watch?v=Rrmu9QoHVx8

500W Spindle and Speed Controller ebay.us/QC96Ma or amzn.to/48Myw8l

Spindle Holder 52mm Diameter for CNC 3018 MAX ebay.us/aV12dh or amzn.to/3SxrCOu

SFU1605x1050mm Ball Screw Set amzn.to/497oDBT

Y rods 12mmx500 ebay.us/uBKdKK or amzn.to/47OY6YP

Y sk12 Supports ebay.us/eDxUtc or amzn.to/47KgTVm

ReliaBot 600mm T8 T8x4 Tr8x4 Lead Screw and Brass Nut (Acme Thread, 2mm Pitch, 2 Start, 4mm Lead) amzn.to/42giHV6

6.35x8mm Rigid Shaft Coupling amzn.to/3OjeE4x

Base Frame 2040 Aluminum 1000mm 5pc ebay.us/K0uW9B or amzn.to/3OgVoEP

Gantry Frame 2040 Aluminum 500mm 4pc ebay.us/LCjUpS or amzn.to/3Ok27O9

Aluminum Corners (Hidden) 20pc amzn.to/3Hz02Kv

Aluminum Corners 20pc ebay.us/RsgOkD or amzn.to/495JGor

T-nuts 5mm drop in ebay.us/CN2GL9 or amzn.to/3SuBnNt

M6 x 25mm Flanged Button Head Socket Cap Screws, Black Oxide, 25 PCS amzn.to/48LCfmF

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HiLetgo 5V One Channel Relay Module Relay amzn.to/47UABxE

39.3 inch Carrier Drag Chain Cable Wire R18 10x20mm amzn.to/3SuALHF

15 amp switch amzn.to/3tWqgna

14 Gauge Replacement Power Cord,8Ft Cable 110V 115V 120V 300V

Pigtail for Appliance, NEMA 5-15P amzn.to/42dd5uu

ReliaBot 1pc T8 Tr8x4 Anti Backlash Spring Loaded Nut Elimination Gap with 4-M3 Holes for 4mm Lead Acme Threaded T8x4 Lead Screw (2mm Pitch, 2 Start, 4mm Lead) amzn.to/4bapYcO

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How to build a large CNC router controlled by Arduino GRBL, UGS, and Fusion 360 - Part II
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