Ok here is the problem. I bought a MAXNC 10 Cl brand new a few weeks ago. I have spent more time trying to get mills/engravers/bits straight in the collets than I have spent actually working. I can't express how mad I am at this this system, today I just finally smashed all three collets with a hammer so I'd be forced to not try to " make it work" any longer. This day is down the drain wiuth trying a hundred tricks to get a method of making the tool be straight and not wobble at the tip. I know how to work a collet, and these just are terrible systems that come with the MAXNC. The spindle appears to be fine, but putting in either a 1/4 or or 1/8 collet is a trial and error till you get it half way decent. Tonight a 1/4 mill just fell out while trying to cut a part. THEY JUST DON'T WORK.
On 1/4 tools, you hold the tool in place while you hand tighten it, then you reach for your wrenches to tighten it up,when you touch the spindle hex nut the mill falls out 90% of the time before you can start to tighten it.
I now am going to bail on their whack collet system and look for a new system that can be relied on. The spindle has 3/4 fine threads on it so if anyone can recommend a system to attach to it please let me know. I suppose I am open to replacing the spindle as well a this point just to get up and running. Thanks for any suggestions for a replacement/retrofit.
Sorry to vent, but this is beyond frustrating losing several whole days trying to get a machine to work that is brand new.  |