Show me your computer station!

[bpfohler]

Things have gotten very busy and I just had a new computer built that is capable of handling dual monitors. I also work on my laptop (internet access
) when the Bot is running.
I'm thinking about including some bit storage at the work station so everything will be close at hand.
Anyone interested in sharing pictures?

[srwtlc]

Robert,

Here's a couple that I made several years ago for PRT machines (housed the control box also). One that I'm still using today and one for a High School. I haven't had a problem with dust in the CPU since I made the cabinet. I've since changed the air filter setup on mine to a dual layer 20" x 20" pleated filter. The upper part is still dusty though because I generally just leave it open. I now have a dust shield cover for my flat panel monitor from here.

I still have the plans with all files if anyone would like them.


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[jamesgilliam]

Scott, Very nice. Thanks for sharing this with us. James

[brian]

Scott good design.
If you could send me the file it would be greatly
appreciated.

Thanks Brian

[srwtlc]

Thanks. I uploaded the zip file here. If you have problems, let me know.

There's a readme file included. The .sbp files are quite old and were run on a PRT machine and have some speed/ramp settings that may not work for a newer machine. I would recommend that you generate new files from the included .dxf's or edit them accordingly.

[beacon14]

I wasn't planning on showing this until I get the wiring cleaned up and a few other tweaks but since you asked....


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I wanted everything (especally the wires) off the floor and to be able to have the computer right next to the 'bot or up against the wall. It has about 6 feet of travel on an 8' gantry. I can push the carriage with one hand while walking towards it to move it out of the way. I relocated the green Start button and dust collection and vacuum controls to the carriage as well. This was the first project I cut out with the new motor upgrades.

[paco]

Very clever David!

I guess dust is not a problem in your shop...

Would you mind a picture of a broader view of this with the machine? I'd like to view the whole situation.

Thanks for sharing!

[3ps]

Does anyone have a laptop set up? Possibly on a moveable arm? I am interested in doing something like that for my buddy system. Scott and David, these look great!!
Doug

[drodda]

David,

That looks great. How did you extend your USB port far enough to get this to work? What are you doing to retract the wires to allow for movement? I am wanting to do something lie this but have yet to get around to it. Now that you have raised the bar I guess I need to get things going. I especially like the relocated green button.

[fleinbach]

Dave,

Here is a link to purchase USB cables up to 80' using a repeater to boost signal quality. I personally have not tried this but they also carry 15' USB cables that do not require a repeater. I run 4 computers on my desktop and since they are all remotely located I use 15' USB cables for all my peripherals.