09. Enclosure

It is recommended to have the following tools available for assembling the CNC Enclosure - Mill:

Allen Key / Hex Wrenches in the following sizes: 3mm, 4mm & 5mm

A tape measure

A pair of scissors

28x 3030 cast 90 degree corner

56x M6x12 cap head screw

56x M6 washer

56x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

2x M6x12 cap head screw

2x M6 washer

2x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

1x 3030 cast 90 degree corner

Loosely thread a 3030 T-nut on to each M6x12 screw. Do not tighten them at this point

4x Inside hidden three way corner

16x M6x8 set screw

1x Inside hidden three way corner

4x M6x8 set screw

Insert an M6x8 set screw into each of the holes on the inside corner as shown

Set these assemblies aside until Step 17

4x 1102mm 3060 extrusion

2x 712mm 3060 extrusion

2x 1102mm 3030 extrusion

4x 850mm 3030 extrusion

2x 712mm 3030 extrusion

4x Inside hidden three way corner assemblies

20x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

1x 1102mm 3060 extrusion

2x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

Install one corner assembly onto each end of the 1102mm 3060 extrusions as shown. Tighten the M6x12 screw to secure them.

Ensure the corner assemblies are flush and square with the ends of the extrusions after tightening the screws

Set these assemblies aside until Step 9

1x 712mm 3060 extrusion

2x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

Install one corner assembly onto each end of the 712mm 3060 extrusions as shown. Tighten the M6x12 screw to secure them

Ensure the corner assemblies are flush and square with the ends of the extrusions after tightening the screws

2x Bottom frame front & back assembly from Step 7

2x Bottom frame left & right assembly

Position the bottom frame assemblies as shown

1x 850mm 3030 extrusion

Slot the 850mm 3030 extrusion into the corner of the bottom frame assemblies as shown, it will be secured in the next step

1x 850mm 3030 extrusion

Align the 850mm 3030 extrusion into the corner of the bottom frame assemblies as shown, make sure it is square

Make sure the end of the 850mm 3030 extrusion which has been tapped, faces downwards towards the bottom frame, otherwise you will be unable to install the feet in a later step

Tighten the marked M6x12 screws to secure the 850mm 3030 extrusion to the bottom frame

Repeat these instructions to install and secure the remaining 3x 850mm 3030 extrusions as shown

1x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly

Install a 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly into the inner corner as shown

Tighten both M6x12 screws to secure the cast 90 degree corner to the frame assembly

3x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly

Repeat the instructions in the previous step to install the remaining 3x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

2x 1102mm 3060 extrusion

Place the 1102mm 3060 extrusions inside the bottom of the frame, they will be aligned and secured in the next steps

1x 1102mm 3060 extrusion

Position the extrusion so the marked gap measures 80mm

1x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly

Install a 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly into the inner corner as shown

Tighten both M6x12 screws to secure corner assembly to the frame assembly

Double check the 80mm measurement once the 3030 cast 90 degree corner is secured

3x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly

Repeat the instructions in the previous step to install the remaining 3x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

1x 1102mm 3060 extrusion

Position the extrusion so the marked gap measures 140mm

4x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly

Install a 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly into each inner corner as shown

Tighten both M6x12 screws on each corner assembly to secure the frame together

Double check the 140mm measurement once the 3030 cast 90 degree corners are secured

1x 1102mm 3030 extrusion

2x Inside hidden three way corner assemblies from Step 5

Tighten the M6x8 set screws to secure the corners to the extrusion

Ensure the extrusion is flush and square with the both hidden three way corner assemblies before and after tightening the set screws

Be careful while tightening the set screws, extreme force may break the three way hidden corner

2x Assemblies from the previous step

2x 712mm 3030 extrusion

Assemble the enclosure top as shown, securing it together by tightening the M6x8 set screws

Ensure the extrusion is flush and square with the both hidden three way corner assemblies before and after tightening the set screws

Be careful while tightening the set screws, extreme force may break the three way hidden corner

It is strongly recommended to have a second person assist with installing the upper frame, and also to manipulate the frame in the remaining steps. The enclosure weighs roughly 22KG without the panels installed

The enclosure is large and heavy and can cause injury if it were to fall

1x Enclosure top assembly from the previous step

1x Enclosure assembly

Align the inside hidden three way corner assemblies with the upright 3030 extrusions

Once fully aligned and situated, tighten all M6x8 set screws to secure the enclosure frame together

Be careful while tightening the set screws, extreme force may break the three way hidden corner

1x panel_enclosure_mill_base panel

18x M5x12 cap head screw

18x M5 washer

18x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M5

1x panel_enclosure_mill_base panel

For each of the 18x marked holes, install the mounting hardware as shown in Step 22

1x panel_enclosure_mill_base panel

1x M5x12 cap head screw

1x M5 washer

1x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M5

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M5x12 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

It is strongly recommended to have a second person assist with manipulating the frame in this step

The enclosure is large and heavy and can cause injury if it were to fall

Rotate the enclosure frame assembly so that it lays on its back as shown

1x Base panel assembly from the previous step

Align the panel assembly to the frame as shown

Secure the panel in place by fastening the eighteen M5x12 screws

4x Leveling feet for 3030 - M8x30mm (Non-slip)

4x cnc_enclosure_magnet_frame_3030 printed part

4x M6x12 cap head screw

4x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

8x Magnet - Neodymium disc - 10x4mm

1x Leveling feet for 3030 - M8x30mm (Non-slip)

Install the foot by screwing the threaded section in to the tapped extrusion through the base panel as shown

Tighten the foot until the hex section nearly touches the panel

3x Leveling feet for 3030 - M8x30mm (Non-slip)

Install the remaining three feet into the frame assembly as shown

1x cnc_enclosure_magnet_frame_3030 printed part

2x Magnet - Neodymium disc - 10x4mm

Tip: Use a drop of super glue to prevent the magnets from coming loose over time

1x M6x12 cap head screw

1x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nut onto the M6x12 screw. Do not tighten it at this point

4x 856mm 3030 extrusion

2x 521mm 3060 extrusion

2x 521mm 3030 extrusion

8x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assembly

1x 521mm 3060 extrusion

2x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

Install one corner assembly onto each end of the 521mm 3060 extrusions as shown. Tighten the M6x12 screw to secure them

Ensure the corner assemblies are flush and square with the ends of the extrusions after tightening the screws

Set these assemblies aside until Step 31

1x 521mm 3030 extrusion

2x 3030 cast 90 degree corner assemblies

Install one corner assembly onto each end of the 521mm 3030 extrusions as shown. Tighten the M6x12 screw to secure them

Ensure the corner assemblies are flush and square with the ends of the extrusions after tightening the screws

1x Door top frame assembly from Step 30

1x Door bottom frame assembly from Step 29

2x 856mm 3030 extrusion

Align the extrusions as shown, making sure the ends are level

Tighten the marked M6x12 screws to secure the top and bottom assemblies to the 856mm 3030 extrusions

Set these assemblies aside until Step 35 and Step 37

4x Hinge - metallic anodized for 3030

16x M6x14 countersink screw

20x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

4x M6x12 cap head screw

8x Magnet - Neodymium disc - 10x4mm

4x V-Core 4 frame magnet holder - nylon

5.5M x Foam strip - 1x8mm - adhesive

1x Hinge - metallic anodized for 3030

4x M6x14 countersink screw

4x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M6x14 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

Set these assemblies aside until Step 35 and Step 37

1x V-Core 4 frame magnet holder - nylon

2x Magnet - Neodymium disc - 10x4mm

It is important to make sure the polarity of the magnets are correct. Use the assemblies from Step 27 to make sure the magnets do not repel each other

Tip: Use a drop of super glue to prevent the magnets from coming loose over time

1x M6x12 cap head screw

1x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nut onto the M6x12 screw. Do not tighten it at this point

Set these assemblies aside until Step 36 and Step 38

1x Door assembly from Step 31

2x Door hinge assembly from Step 33

Position the hinges onto the left side extrusion as shown. Adjust them so that the marked gap measures 61mm

Tighten the four marked M6x14 countersink screws to fix the hinges to the door assembly

2x Door magnetic latch assembly from Step 34

Position the magnetic latch assemblies onto the upper and lower extrusions as shown. They should touch the 3030 cast 90 degree corners

Tighten the M6x12 marked screws to secure the magnetic latches to the door

Take care not to over-tighten the M6x12 screws as you can damage the nylon part

Set this assembly aside until Step 40

1x Door assembly from Step 31

2x Door hinge assembly from Step 33

Position the hinges onto the left side extrusion as shown. Adjust them so that the marked gap measures 61mm

Tighten the four marked M6x14 countersink screws to fix the hinges to the door assembly

2x Door magnetic latch assembly from Step 34

Position the magnetic latch assemblies onto the upper and lower extrusions as shown. They should touch the 3030 cast 90 degree corners

Tighten the M6x12 marked screws to secure the magnetic latches to the door

Take care not to over-tighten the M6x12 screws as you can damage the nylon part

Set this assembly aside until Step 41

The 5.5 metres of foam strip needs to be cut into the following lengths:

4x 540mm lengths

2x 765mm lengths

The foam strip can easily be cut with regular scissors

Do not remove the backing from the foam strip lengths yet

1x Left door assembly from Step 36

Orient the door assembly as shown. The foam strip must be installed on the inside of the door

1x 765mm length of foam strip

2x 540mm length of foam strip

The foam strip has a protective backing which covers the adhesive. Peel the backing off each strip and apply them to the door assembly as shown

1x Right door assembly from Step 38

Orient the door assembly as shown. The foam strip must be installed on the inside of the door

1x 765mm length of foam strip

2x 540mm length of foam strip

The foam strip has a protective backing which covers the adhesive. Peel the backing off each strip and apply them to the door assembly as shown

1x Enclosure assembly from Step 26

1x Left door assembly from Step 40

Place the left door assembly onto the enclosure as shown

Align the door assembly as shown, making sure the top of the door is level with the top of the enclosure

Tighten the four marked M6x14 countersink screws to fix the door assembly to the enclosure

1x Enclosure assembly

1x Right door assembly from Step 42

Place the right door assembly onto the enclosure as shown

Align the door assembly as shown, making sure the top of the door is level with the top of the enclosure

Tighten the four marked M6x14 countersink screws to fix the door assembly to the enclosure

It is strongly recommended to have a second person assist with manipulating the frame in this step

The enclosure is large and heavy and can cause injury if it were to fall

Be careful as the doors can swing freely at this stage

Rotate the enclosure frame assembly so that it stands on its feet as shown

2x Frame magnetic latch assemblies from Step 27

Left door

Right door

Position the magnetic latch assemblies onto the enclosure assembly as shown, the magnets should help align them

Tighten the M6x12 marked screws to secure the magnetic latches to the enclosure

2x Frame magnetic latch assemblies from Step 27

Left door

Right door

Position the magnetic latch assemblies onto the enclosure assembly as shown, the magnets should help align them

Tighten the M6x12 marked screws to secure the magnetic latches to the enclosure

Test that both doors open and close without binding, and that the magnetic latches hold the doors closed

If the doors bind, make minor adjustments to the hinge positions until the doors move smoothly

If the magnetic latches do not hold the doors closed, adjust the position of the magnetic latches and check no magnets are repelling

2x panel_enclosure_mill_door panel

26x M5x12 cap head screw

26x M5 washer

26x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M5

4x M6x16 cap head screw

4x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

2x V-slot door handle

1x panel_enclosure_mill_door panel

For each of the 13x marked holes, install the mounting hardware as shown in Step 22

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M5x12 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

The door panels are identical for left and right, assemble both the same

2x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

1x V-slot door handle

2x M6x16 cap head screw

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M6x16 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

The door panels are identical for left and right, assemble both the same

2x Door panel assembly from the previous step

Align the panel assembly to the door as shown

Secure the panel in place by fastening the thirteen M5x12 screws

Tighten the two M6x16 screws in the handle

2x panel_enclosure_mill_side panel

32x M5x12 cap head screw

32x M5 washer

32x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M5

1x panel_enclosure_mill_side panel

For each of the sixteen marked holes, install the mounting hardware as shown in Step 22

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M5x12 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

The side panels are identical for left and right, assemble both the same

2x Side panel assembly from the previous step

Align the panel assembly to the enclosure as shown

Secure the panel in place by fastening the sixteen M5x12 screws

Repeat for the second side panel assembly

1x panel_enclosure_mill_back panel

18x M5x12 cap head screw

18x M5 washer

18x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M5

4x Grommet - 18x14x7mm

1x panel_enclosure_mill_back panel

For each of the eighteen marked holes, install the mounting hardware as shown in Step 22

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M5x12 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

4x Grommet - 18x14x7mm

Install a grommet into each of the four marked holes

1x Back panel assembly from the previous step

Align the panel assembly to the enclosure as shown

Secure the panel in place by fastening the eighteen M5x12 screws

1x panel_enclosure_mill_lid panel

12x M5x12 cap head screw

12x M5 washer

12x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M5

1x panel_enclosure_mill_lid panel

For each of the twelve marked holes, install the mounting hardware as shown in Step 22

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M5x12 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

1x Lid panel assembly from the previous step

Align the panel assembly to the enclosure as shown

Secure the panel in place by fastening the twelve M5x12 screws

1x Rat Rig Mill assembly

4x M6x16 cap head screw

4x M6 washer

4x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

1x Rat Rig Mill assembly

4x Leveling feet for 3030 - M8x30mm (Non-slip)

4x M6 hex locking nut

Unscrew and remove all four levelling feet, and their locking hex nuts, from the Mill assembly

Store the feet and locking hex nuts so they can be used in the future if needed

4x M6x16 cap head screw

4x M6 washer

4x T-nut drop-in for 3030 - M6

Loosely thread the 3030 T-nuts onto the M6x16 screws. Do not tighten them at this point

1x Rat Rig Mill assembly

1x Enclosure Assembly

Carefully lift the Mill into the enclosure. Align the brackets with the horizontal 3060 extrusions making sure the T-nuts drop into the extrusion slot

4x M6x16 cap head screw

Fully tighten the M6x16 screws to secure the Rat Rig Mill to the enclosure