DIY 1:1 plasma cutter pantograph (copy drawings)

DIY plasma cutter panthograph used for copying drawings from paper to sheet metal. Cheap to build (under $10).
Sorry for the "plasma grinder" (3:25) and "plasma welder" (5:45)... :-)

[@craftychrystal7913]

First place I found that shows how to set it to make the same size replicated drawing. Thank you so much for showing me this.

[@Wood-In-My-Eye]

This is one of the best designs I have come across on here. It’s extremely simple thus easy to replicate! Great job. The only thing I will try to change will be the trigger assembly. My torch turns off slit on its own. I got my torch from Harbor Freight about 2 years ago. It’s strong as the rest it will cut 1/4 inch anything. That’s 6.23 mm. For about 500$ brand new. Thank you again for your plans!

[@kennyd4193]

Well done! Simple, effective and cost efficient. Many thanks sir!

[@williammessenger9637]

I think this simply elegant idea can can be modified to accommodate a router, a dremel engraver, etc. Thanks

[@wacowski6373]

Nice Project! I want to build something like this with a engravour pen to mill inlays for my tool station.

[@CogitoBcn]

Thanks, that's a clever idea. In order to get better shapes (straighter lines and smoother curves) you can combine it with wooden templates.

[@Wood-In-My-Eye]

Absolutely! If you have access to a bench electronic scroll saw cut pattern out of Luan 1/4 thin wood first. You can even use a tiny metal pin pointer to cut very mini lines. On the metal. Don’t get frustrated if your prototype doesn’t work. They never do first shot. V.02 is usually where the perfected prototype begins to excel. Have fun you can build anything you put your mind to!! ( Op this is more directed towards people just figuring it out. )

[@iainhetherington4608]

Great idea mate I’m going to try it as well

[@MrClockbob]

Very nice job. Quite simple but it looks to work like a charm. I have been looking for a 1 to 1 scale pantograph and finally found your design. After building I'll use it to copy wood trim used on antique clocks and a Dremel tool with a carbide cutter where you have your plasma cutter.

[@diecksl]

Thanks. Good to know there are people out there actually building and using it ;-)

[@петяПетров-ю9ю]

@@diecksl можете размеры скинуть буду рад

[@stuartgeller7937]

Yes!! Just what I have been looking for for my everlast plasma cutter!

[@MultiGazman]

Simple, cheap and no electronics.....Great solution!

[@liammiller4758]

I gotta make something like this for my powerplasma cutter. Thanks for the parts list.

[@lewisdrake5765]

I want to make one for my Everlast plasma cutter too. For me, almost as good as a CNC.

[@spbygga8123]

Thanks for including the parts list. Looks really good. Just got a plasma cutter and would like to make this.

[@diecksl]

+SP Bygga I've been told a few times by other persons! At the moment I create a foot-pedal spot welder, I will include a parts list also.

[@fredsmith6160]

I've got a everlast plasma cutter that I would love to make this for.

[@workshoponwheels4936]

A tip: make a wooden template or such to trace around, will give a better straight edge. Kind of like Matthias wandel his pentagraph

[@diecksl]

I know Matthias' video. Thats a good idea, but of course you have to make that wooden template first which is also a bit of work.

[@workshoponwheels4936]

Lejf Diecks But the higher accuracy can also minimise the ammount of post cutting work. And i think if it is something that should be repeated, it would be profitable to make the woorden template. For a one off I am not sure

[@MultiGazman]

Hahahaha, That was exactly what i was going to comment, Love Matthias`s work to but the templates how to i got from Rednic kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJqQpWijopyWd9k

[@mikemcgln5049]

im watching because it was on a recommended list

[@overbuiltautomotive1299]

thanks for video be blessed Jesus gave you gift sir neat thing n just what i need

[@dragonerregimentnr.5788]

Die Idee Ansicht ist gut .ich würde die Schablone aus 5mm Sperrholz machen und und mit einer oberfrässe ein nuten, die Gelenke lagern um das Spiel zu verhindern , die kleinen Füße mit einer stahlkugel lagern fürs bessere gleiten. Lieben Gruß

[@diecksl]

Dragoner Regiment Nr. 5 Was man halt so rumliegen hat ;)

[@g.finley9779]

Under $10 is worth trying this with my everlast plasma cutter.

[@islamn799]

Very good experience thanks.

[@Dutch_Prepper]

Just a tip : move the copying side (in this case the pen) , not the tracing needle side.

[@AlphaTroniks]

wow ..nice idea!

[@jaysen2200]

Let me show you it's features !

[@MiguelGarcia-cg6nv]

alguien que sepa de un pantografista para grabado de medallas en df

[@dragonerregimentnr.5788]

👍

[@fagnernatalicio]

os circulos ficam oval.

[@diecksl]

Hello Fagner paula silva, sorry I don't speak portuguese (translated your sentence with google translator). Did you build one yourself? If circles become ovals then something with the measurements of the pantograph is not right. Try to be exact with the length of the parts and the position of the holes. All holes should have exactly the same distance to the edge of the square tube. If you're unsure, try to build it from cheap wood sticks first. I hope this helps?