<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></title><description><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com</link><image><url>http://direct.ecency.com/logo512.png</url><title>RSS Feed</title><link>http://direct.ecency.com</link></image><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:08:48 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="http://direct.ecency.com/created/buildlog/rss.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Sneak peak at my laser cutter cut out drawer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here is a sneak peak on what I have been working on with my diy laser cutter]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/sneak-peak-at-my-laser-cutter-cut-out-drawer-i93wqqmw</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/sneak-peak-at-my-laser-cutter-cut-out-drawer-i93wqqmw</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:10:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/3W72119s5BjVtYhc8EyUCS1n2TpsbpKuDhBkZTQTi2NsGVP3cuDYfbsXixVvwUcmTUmyHYbNCazo6AZ9oS9QpSBHgbQyjJWuWWkBZSgA2QcyDBiTGuaBYr?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[New laser cutter bench]]></title><description><![CDATA[The old laser cutter trolly was sagging in the middle so spent the day building a new one]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/new-laser-cutter-bench-g82ccp1i</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/new-laser-cutter-bench-g82ccp1i</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 29 Dec 2019 11:26:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/3W72119s5BjVtYhc8EyUCS1n2TpsbpKuDhBkZTQTi2NsGVP3cuDYfbsXixVH9cXky59rtmoW2ehqtvQP3APJE7MtpXsLdxtCH7bmK6T7AYJi2wYaumias8?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mitsubishi eclipse mods part #1]]></title><description><![CDATA[First car model post ) This is going to be the first of many car model posts I plan to make over the next while and every time I end up doing some mods to my 2004 Mitsubishi eclipse inline4. I bought this]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/dblog/@skylinebuds/mitsubishi-eclipse-mods-part-1</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/dblog/@skylinebuds/mitsubishi-eclipse-mods-part-1</guid><category><![CDATA[dblog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[skylinebuds]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 01:43:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/C3TZR1g81UNapwcuMu2ehPgeoLQuRtiV63S3xSSt5LnDrKdvHa5moDebjEjFhwBL2RJGE7cs3waz8Tby2naGNbX9sWs5PYkkhFPSC1ZwnQ4xpP4srYbiU2z?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Engraving Rubber - Making Stamps]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Co2 Laser cutter engraving rubber to create rubber stamps!]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-engraving-rubber-making-stamps</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-engraving-rubber-making-stamps</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 24 Aug 2019 23:41:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/S5Eokt4BcQdk7EHeT1aYjzebg2hC7hkthT45dxdtjvnhtScZGRGuCZXHuiVPo9n8DeKscJJ?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Making a Birthday Sign on the Laser Cutter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Made this sign using a 5mm sheet of MDF wood using my half finished laser cutter.]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-making-a-birthday-sign-on-the-laser-cutter</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-making-a-birthday-sign-on-the-laser-cutter</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2019 08:37:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/S5Eokt4BcQdk7EHeT1aYjzebg2hC7hkthT45dxgdqpSJDP5XCMjJVjVBBZy63iBoN961aUN?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Making a part for the laser with the laser!]]></title><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-making-a-part-for-the-laser-with-the-laser</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-making-a-part-for-the-laser-with-the-laser</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 04 Aug 2019 11:03:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/S5Eokt4BcQdk7EHeT1aYjzebg2hC7hkthT45dtCpF7bFSgJVYzPctBS5mVbZAh4hX1Vx6uL?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Replacing the Y-Axis coupler]]></title><description><![CDATA[I was having some issues with the Y-Axis coupler freeing itself while in use, making the laser cutter unreliable when moving at higher speeds on the Y-Axis I had a look online, and no where seemed to sell]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-replacing-the-y-axis-coupler</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-replacing-the-y-axis-coupler</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 03 Aug 2019 10:21:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9WVWdGhqTxK9Kc3XASJgg1XLKoVAzCVgvLjWPT2Lmbb4iEJ22roJodRijwKe8nBFURwjMugWcEgaFeN?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lasercutter Build Log - Working on the X-Axis rebuild]]></title><description><![CDATA[Started to work on replacing the X-axis with 2040 aluminium extrusion and 15mm HTD3 belts Here are some photos]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-working-on-the-x-axis-rebuild</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-working-on-the-x-axis-rebuild</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jul 2019 12:12:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9UiAf5c4oDMHbReyDP6EqyfYaJABD3JLoL51hsb3J7e1PsfD6As9kL5iB6MZRYKQv6xYoMaHNB3tpn2?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[LaserCutter Build Log - Replacing X-Axis and Belts]]></title><description><![CDATA[I havent posted in a while, as I was waiting for parts to arrive. I found that the 6mm thick belts were useless, and had too much backlash for the Y-Axis. This meant that I could not get any consistent]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-replacing-x-axis-and-belts</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-replacing-x-axis-and-belts</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jul 2019 10:14:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9UMce7HDLMrzVNx2ZJXRJGkshkzQdG5aTPJiVM2fJk4LE2n48Axm4PE4WoWWFExeXuq77uLVcwW6FZQ?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[LaserCutter Build Log - A Quick view of the progress]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have been doing some work on the laser cutter behind the scenes.. and now have it at a stage where I can engrave and cut with it.. on a basic level Here is a video of how it is working so far.. Still]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-a-quick-view-of-the-progress</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-a-quick-view-of-the-progress</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2019 08:37:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/S5Eokt4BcQdk7EHeT1aYjzebg2hC7hkthT45dw5jQzFFYSZjhAhAGjAaghmXnXS34bTn9ot?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Control Panel continued]]></title><description><![CDATA[Laser cut using my K40 laser the following control panel. I engraved the lettering, leaving the paper on the acrylic and then spray painting over the engraved parts Once dried.. removed the paper and here]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-control-panel-continued</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-control-panel-continued</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2019 11:22:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9ULBdH74MLhCdmjku3k5F2xT3jSPHVqAH1K3XkzN2DacYjTogcRe2ZzwuAR69RVdtBRbYzScZydkuf4?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Side Panel Install]]></title><description><![CDATA[Installed the side panel for the laser cutter today - looks good!]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-side-panel-install</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-side-panel-install</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2019 02:54:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9Uov4t8BXiAz2tRidxwpfeRFbCnxX6myS6GgmBJb3qY3K6WHgmYgu2NjEdoRRn3KR6Ksf13zB4yrf18?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Top Control Panel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Started work on the top panel for the control panel. This is made from Gloss White Aluminium Composite Panel.]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-top-control-panel</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-top-control-panel</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2019 08:51:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9WkAfeGT8Nt1LigntViyQYKVqEfGd67KiiQ4CLP1MvjpWUbLR4AVaKmsMpHFGJHZFJSiBLee65euBwL?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Laser Cutter Build Log - Side Pannel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Created the Side panel for the switches and inputs for the Ruida controller. I have the panel recessed in rather than just sticking on the side. 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Installing the 24V 5V and 36V PSUs,]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-electronics</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/laser-cutter-build-log-electronics</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2019 09:17:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9UTDjfhsz22FB6LCwFrAgyMsj7P3VwfK3gkJ7qjBxATqQrZk8hw7jagNvWpfmBHuG55MMaDMA3gECDk?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lasercutter Buildlog - X and Y Axis Tensioners]]></title><description><![CDATA[So finally I have installed the belt tensioners that I made from aluminium angle and screws. They seem to work well and fit perfectly]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-buildlog-x-and-y-axis-tensioners</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-buildlog-x-and-y-axis-tensioners</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2019 10:46:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9V3Uhg3Af57B3d5tHC1puAdLhPsTFCYyFxgZUKzfkWBRrvjkNy2WQzsdGvrTRYv2r8idauV4Te22SVt?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lasercutter Build Log - Idler tension pulleys]]></title><description><![CDATA[I decided that the original design for the idler pulleys on the X and Y axis did not allow much control over the tension of the belts, and then I'd have to resort to tension springs in order to keep the]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-idler-tension-pulleys</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/lasercutter-build-log-idler-tension-pulleys</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2019 02:50:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/HNWT6DgoBc14riaEeLCzGYopkqYBKxpGKqfNWfgr368M9VJY1bZjs56z18aGnxan4rFNAavju3YU7yXaSDXkFJmnEodtmmqTuJ4M5gKJmQEPzVQPYLW4qsQ7YJJ?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[MGN12H Linear rail movement after cleanup and lube]]></title><description><![CDATA[So when you buy one of the fake (chinesium) linear rails from aliexpress, the linear bearings on them come with a protective grease to prevent oxidisation. This protective grease is terrible as lubricant]]></description><link>http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/mgn12h-linear-rail-movement-after-cleanup-and-lube</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://direct.ecency.com/diy/@rativiv/mgn12h-linear-rail-movement-after-cleanup-and-lube</guid><category><![CDATA[diy]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[rativiv]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 23:28:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://images.ecency.com/p/S5Eokt4BcQdk7EHeT1aYjzebg2hC7hkthT45eH8oGUivH29R53KWpZnfDcbkBeSmXuX73dg?format=match&amp;mode=fit" length="0" type="false"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lasercutter Build Log - New idea for X-Axis idler pulley]]></title><description><![CDATA[I haven't had much of a chance to work on my Laser cutter project recently due to over 40C temperature days and starting a new job recently. Here is the start of a small update to the build. 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