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--- projects:automated_pet_food_dispenser [2013/10/26 14:56]
kennethsbecker [Bill of Materials]
+++ projects:automated_pet_food_dispenser [2013/11/30 04:59] (current)
kennethsbecker [Automated Pet Food Dispenser]
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 __Summary Status__
-Finished 3D printing all of the plastic pieces.  Next step is to learn the CNC router and use it to cut the wood.
+Bought a servo to control the augur.  Need to get it working and connect it to the dispenser.
-Click [[http://beckermaker.blogspot.com/search/label/Pet%20Feeder|here]] to view all of the updates on my blog.
+Click [[http://beckermaker.blogspot.com/search/label/Pet%20Food%20Dispenser|here]] to view all of the updates on my blog.
 ===== Description =====
-What is the project about?  What will it do?
+I was looking for a project that I could do with my #2 son, Timothy.  He suggested an automated pet food dispenser.  I found one on Instructables that looked pretty simple.  Plus, it would let me use maker tools like the 3D printer and CNC router.  Once I create the pieces, Tim and I will assemble it.  I only hope our dog lives long enough to use it.
+This dispenser has a simple design.
+I am not going to go over the step by step instructions.  You can see them on the Instructables page.  Also, my blog posts may give more information about some of the problems I encountered.
+There are a couple of things I would do differently if I did it over again.  First of all, I would purchase the PVC T, pitcher, and servo parts before I started making the other parts.  That way, I could measure the pieces and adjust the drawings if needed.
 ===== Equipment and Tools Needed =====
-  * 3d Printer
+  * 3D Printer
   * CNC router
+  * Drill
+  * Wire brush drill attachment
   * Screw driver
 ===== Bill of Materials =====
 ^ Part Desc ^ Vendor ^ Part Nbr ^ Qty ^ Unit Cost ^ Total Cost ^
-| Wood | | | | $0.00 | $0.00 |
+| 3/4" Wood | | | 3' x 2' | $0.00 | $0.00 |
-| Motor | Vendor 1 | Nbr 1 | Q1 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
+| Servo | Sparkfun | [[https://www.sparkfun.com/products/9347|ROB-09347]] | 1 | $13.95 | $13.95 |
 **Consumables**
-* ABS Plastic
+  * ABS Plastic
-* Screws
+  * Screws
 ===== External Links =====
   * [[http://www.instructables.com/id/Pet-Feeder/?fb_action_ids=298029817000869&fb_action_types=ibles-production%3Ashare&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=288381481237582|Instructables Project]]
   * [[http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:34100|Parts on Thingiverse]]
+  * [[http://youtu.be/cUcw8XisZlM|Video cutting one of the wood supports on the CNC router]]
 ===== Project Tasks =====
 ^ Task ^ Status ^
 | <del>3D print the parts</del> | Completed |
-| Get trained on the CNC router | Not started |
+| <del>Get trained on the CNC router</del> | Completed |
-| Buy the wood | Not started |
+| <del>Find some wood</del> | Completed |
-| CNC cut the wooden parts | Not started |
+| <del>CNC cut the wooden parts</del> | Completed |
 | Assemble everything | Not started |
-| Buy a timer | Not started |
+| <del>Buy a timer</del> | Completed |
 | Test the finished feeder | Not started |
 ===== Makerspace Members =====
 [[members:ken_becker|Ken Becker]]

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