Jinan Quick CNC Router Purchases

[rocket67]

Our current 1500 x 3000 ( 5x10 ) CNC Router has been in use for the last year and a half. It is an excellent machine. The workload in our family business continues to increase and we are using the CNC Router more and more every month. We rely so much on the machine that should it break down - it would cause big problems with our workflow. Therefore it was decided to buy a second machine to assist with the work output, and also as insurance against any breakdown.

I conducted some research via Alibaba.com and also Tradekey to find out just which brands of machine were available from China, and then requested some quotations. The search ended after we received the quotes from Jinan Quick CNC Router co,ltd. Their prices were very competitive, and the service first rate. The machines also have several features that i found impressive. In particular - the lubrication system that i will post about later.

We also decided to buy a second machine -1200 x 2400 ( 4x8 ) for my own use as we do not want to use the production machines for anything other than making our wardrobe doors. Then after some negotiations, we also bought a smaller machine 600mm x 1000mm for another project.

Here are some photos of the actual machines, which were taken just before they were crated up for the trip to Australia -

Continued in next post

Rocket.

[rocket67]

Before anybody asks why we did not just buy the same brand of machine as our current one, let me say there is no reason. Just like i drive a Holden this year - next year i might change to a Ford.

The machines are due to arrive within a couple of weeks. I will post full reviews of each machine after we begin to use them.

The specifications of the 1500 x 3000 CNC Router -

Spindle 4.5 KW HSD ( manual tool change )
Rack and Pinion Transmission
Stepper Motors
Max Speed 35,000mm/Min
Max Cutting Speed 25,000mm/Min
DSP Control System
Vacuum Table
Chinese Watercooled Vacuum Pump
Oil Lubrication System
Z Zero Sensor.

The Oil Lubrication system really makes sense. Any problems with our current machine have been down to lack of lubrication by the operator. The MDF dust gathers on the rails and gets trapped in the blocks that travel on the rails, thus causing the gantry to shudder. The lubrication System should help to prevent this.

The Z Zero Sensor is located on the front of the machine away from the Spindle. I am told that it actually works.

The Watercooled Vacuum Pump is about a third of the price of the Becker
And i am told it sucks extremely well.

Next post - 1200 x 2400 machine

Rocket.

Some more pics -

[skippy]

hey Rocket, seeing as you were buying 3 machines in one hit you should have gone on a "fact finding mission" to China prior to handing over the folding stuff. 100% tax deductible in fact. Not that I doubt the quality of the machines, I'm sure they'll be fine. Anyway, I hope all goes well and thanks for sharing. In fact you still can go, on a "training course".

[ger21]

Where's the Auto Tool Changer???

[rocket67]

Originally Posted by ger21 Where's the Auto Tool Changer???

Hi Gerry, Now why did i know you would ask that?

I am still operating under the " Kiss " principle.

Next one will have the tool changer.


Rocket.

[rocket67]

Originally Posted by skippy hey Rocket, seeing as you were buying 3 machines in one hit you should have gone on a "fact finding mission" to China prior to handing over the folding stuff. 100% tax deductible in fact. Not that I doubt the quality of the machines, I'm sure they'll be fine. Anyway, I hope all goes well and thanks for sharing. In fact you still can go, on a "training course".

Hi Skip, I certainly need the training course!

We will go to China at some stage - but our family business is very demanding of our time. ( Good Excuse? ). Worried about Swine Flu at the moment. Maybe next year.

Rocket.

[ger21]

Are you going to get another building to put them all in?

[rocket67]

This is the one i have been waiting for. My very own CNC Router!



All this time that we have had our current machine - i have resisted the temptation to test my skills on it - for fear of breaking it, and causing downtime within our business.

Now i can get into it bigtime! There are going to be Ford Mustang signs everywhere. My wife wants some new kitchen cupboards, etc etc.

Specifications -
3KW Water Cooled Spindle
Rack and Pinion Transmission
Max Speed 35,000mm/Min
Max Cutting Speed 25,000mm/Min
DSP Control System
T Slot Table
Z Zero Tool Sensor
Lubrication System

I see from the photo that the first job i need to do on it is to secure the DSP Cable.
Not sure whether this machine will live in my garage or at work. Wherever i can spend the most time with it i guess.

Rocket.

[rocket67]

Originally Posted by ger21 Are you going to get another building to put them all in?

Only 3 more cars left to restore - then we will have plenty of room.

Rocket.

[rocket67]

This machine intrigues me. A small machine that is built like a tank!



I have noticed that there are many buyers for these little machines. They are mostly built at 600mm x 900mm. The extra 100mm is probably a good thing.

Specifications -

1.5KW Watercooled Spindle
Stepper Motors
Max Speed 10,000mm/Min
Max Cutting Speed 6,000mm/Min
DSP Control System
Z Zero Tool Sensor.

We will have lots of fun with this little machine.

Rocket.

[rocket67]

For those who prefer the Auto Tool Changer - The K1325AT/F0808 -



This machine has an 8 piece Carousel type Auto Tool Changer

Specifications -
Working Area 1300mm x 2550mm x 300mm
Spindle 8KW Air Cooled
Rack and Pinion Transmission
Yaskawa Servo Motors
Max Speed 60,000mm/Min
Max Cutting Speed 30,000mm/Min
LNC Control System
T Slot Vacuum Table
230CBM Vacuum Pump
Lubrication System
Dust extractor

A serious machine. We have not purchased this machine - just wanted to show you the machine.

Rocket.

Some pics -

[rocket67]

Have some more photos to add, showing the 4th axis Rotary head.

Forgot to put up the Website details for Jinan Quick CNC Router Co.,ltd in case anybody wants a quotation for a machine

Here it is http://www.kk-cnc.com The person to contact is Rick rickcarter@live.cn

Just click on the " English " button when visiting the Website.

In the interests of disclosure - we are intending to become Australian Sales Agents for this range of CNC Routers - so if i appear to be pushing them - I AM!!!!

Rocket.