Which Economy CNC router is best?? Advise please

[scrap-happens]

Mostly user error, like accidentally unplugging a live stepper and frying the board. Occasionally you need to make sure the machine is still square and true. It is easy to do with a v-bit and scrap of plywood. Just manually mark a line in the x and y direction and check with a square.

One of the biggest challenges with the machine is coming up with a way to mount the part. We found it very efficient to make jigs that use wedges and pins to hold parts. That way all you have to do is tap on a few wedges to install or remove a part and if you make a mistake you don't ruin an expensive bit.

Another problem we had was the rack and pinions get clogged with sawdust and will make it jump time. You just have to keep an eye on it and blow it out occasionally.

Also, the boom that supports the wires is crap. Once we removed it and installed IGUS track it was much improved. Hope that helps.

[Ravi]

Thank Scrap-happens

[Joe Crumley]

Ravi,

I would encourage you to consider Ez-router.com. This is a much more stable CNC than Shopbot. It cost less also.

I've owned both and the EZ is far ahead.

J
www.normansignco.com