Can I convert a 3D Printer into a CNC?

Well yes, I did and this is the video. I turn an old Prusa i3 into a budget CNC with a spindle kindly donated by Banggood.

Its not a bad little machine for the cost and will cut wood, plastics, arcylric and even just about handle aluminium (with issues)

Note the following are affiliate links and I get a small percentage of the sale which helps support the channel.

The spindle from Banggood:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/DDDDwICBHj
Use this code for a 15% discount! BGMotor003

3mm carbide tool from Banggood:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/GmDGu9C0Fn

The CNC board from Banggood:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/3DDKTiceH9
Use this code for a 20% off discount! BGboard001

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Awesome Gorilla Tape from Amazon:
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Some of Banggood’s awesome tools:
https://www.banggood.com/custlink/3GvvT8rgFp

Check out my blog for other projects like this
https://thewoodgineer.com

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