Expanding the x-carve size(bigger then 1000x1000mm?

[Tarry_Brindle]

If you do a search on the forum, you’ll find a few topics that mention increasing the size of the X-carve.

Upgrade 1000mm To 1800mm X axis Rail

Progress report on my attempt to go bigger. I originally purchase the 500mm Shapeoko2 set. Then ordered the 1000mm rails. But I really wanted to use full sheets of plywood with their 4ft widths. I noticed that if I could combine the old 500mm with the 1000mm then a I could fit the 4ft sheets and by sliding the sheet through I could theoretically cut on a full 4x8 sheet. I have heard that such a long axis may become prone to going off square but so far after a few projects the machine is hold…

How big could i make this

i was wondering…i ordered the 1000mm x 1000mm and i am curious. How big could i make this. Would it be possible to make the layout large enough to use a full sheet of plywood to make really large items and if so could I make it cut deeper than 3 inches. Please someone let me know because i am really interested in this concept. Thanks

Larger than 1000mm?

Hey All, I’ve looked around and searched and can’t seem to find the answer - is it possible (or will it be) to upgrade an x-carve over 1000mm in either X or Y? Thanks! -Ed