Mini-digger expedition to test the new thumb @metalmusings

Mini-digger expedition to test the new thumb @metalmusings

Uploaded August 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago

I made a thumb for the XN08 min-digger in the last episode. To test it, I take the mini-digger out on an expedition.

Mini-digger expedition to test the new thumb

Ethercat + linuxcnc + Raspberry pi?

Gas spring 4, some tape and glue, finally

Screws for the gas torch roller guide

Turning with the new spindle motor

Chain saw chop saw

Working on the wheel axle (lots of turning)

New lathe spindle. Part 11. Two more discs

All new electronics

Lubricating the ball screw

Make my own EtherCAT device 6. Stepper motor driver

Tramming device

Mini-digger expedition to test the new thumb