Don't FLA have gantry made of steel now? My memory might plays me tricks but I think I've seen it pass in the FLA section.
I didn't realize the gantry was now made of steel tubing too. Seems like a really nice kit at that pricepoint if all of the QC issues have been worked out, though personally I think I would kick myself for not getting something larger (I'm still tinkering along with my own DIY 2'x4' machine)
Yes. And in addition to the increased rigidity, you'll also get much smoother motion.
Also, the rails on the standard are not very tolerant of dust on the rails, with many users reporting binding if dust gets on the rails. The linear bearings on the Pro are unaffected by dust and chips on the rails.
And the linear bearings on the Pro will last a lifetime.
Gerry
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Does CNC Router Parts run any promotions / sales at any point during the year? If I decide to proceed with the pro, I might be moving outside my financial comfort zone.
To also follow up on a comment that manofmanyhats wrote regarding the difference between the CNC RP and FLA models. How often will I have to make adjustments on a pro CNC RP model? Are we talking about the frame/gantry? Excuse my ignorance, but I assumed once you have it setup and aligned after installation, it would not need any further scheduled attention.
Well I've visited there site practically every day for three years , and I haven't seen any promos . I would like to get the 4x4 Pro version myself. But I was going to build the electronics, as I really believe there plug and play Nema 34 system is a bit overpriced for what you get?
Unfortunately, with the exchange rate on the Canada dollar , our 14%tax , shipping and duty , the price is close to double by the time it's on my door step
for ****s and giggles , I put the spindle , plug and play Nema 34 , and a 4x4 Pro version in the cart . I found a site that does all the conversions for me , and when it was done the cost was over 16K .
That's a lot for a hobby imo . But then again , I know guys who have 30K tied up in there sleds
I don't actually know anything about CNC router tables , but I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night
Yea, the cost really adds up quick when selecting all the bells and whistles.
Does anyone have any recommendations on a spindle and VFD that doesn't break the bank but also is relatively easy plug and play? Is the $1,600 spindle combo on the CNC router parts site worth it?
I don't actually know anything about CNC router tables , but I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night
TOP QUALITY 3KW WATER-COOLED MOTOR SPINDLE ENGRAVING MILL GRIND | eBay
Sorry about that.
There has been issues with cheap Chinese VFDs , so David recommends spending a bit more and going with the Hitachi . Apparently cheap ones may cause noise issues with the other electronics
https://www.driveswarehouse.com/wj200-022sf-2527
I don't actually know anything about CNC router tables , but I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night
Now that I've bought a "cheap chinese vfd", I can say that I'd buy one again, at close to 1/3 the price of a Hitachi.
It's not perfect, and has fewer features, but it runs the spindle just fine.
All VFD's are noisy, and proper wiring and shielding is essential, regardless of brand.
My only recommendation is to only buy ones labeled as "Genuine Huanyang", and preferably from an Ebay seller that's been selling them for a long time. I bought mine from Solar Jean, who's been selling them for well over 5 years.
HUAN YANG 1.5KW,2.2KW,3KW,4KW,5.5KW,7.5KW VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE INVERTER VFD | eBay
Offer them $130 and they'll knock a few bucks off the price.
Gerry
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I'm going to mount my vfd in a separate enclosure simular to what cncrp does , hopefully providing additional insurance . Each to his own of course.
Gerald I know you've got a lot of experience , so when the time comes ,I was going to build around what you recommend.
I just try and play it safe sometimes . Comes with being a hypochondriac
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I don't actually know anything about CNC router tables , but I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night
Gerald, I found the below ebay link for a spindle/vfd combo from Solar Jean. Although the description states the VFD is Huanyang, I cannot determine if the spindle is as well.
2.2KW WATER COOLED MOTOR SPINDLE & DRIVE INVERTER VFD 80MM DIAMETER WITH HY | eBay
Do you feel it is a good deal or would it be better/safer for me to purchase the Huanyang VFD only from your original ebay link HUAN YANG 1.5KW,2.2KW,3KW,4KW,5.5KW,7.5KW VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVE INVERTER VFD | eBay
and the Huanyang spindle from MajorTendonitis' link TOP QUALITY 3KW WATER-COOLED MOTOR SPINDLE ENGRAVING MILL GRIND | eBay
Huanyang doesn't make the spindles, and I think they come from a variety of sources. I bought the cheapest spindles I could find, and they seem to work fine.
If you want water cooled, I doubt you'll find a better deal than that one.
Not that major's link is to a 3Kw spindle, and I was talking about a 2.2Kw spindle. You need to make sure you get the appropriate sized VFD for the spindle you buy.
A 3kw spindle needs a 3Kw VFD.
Gerry
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Update: I have placed an order with Probotix for their Nebula model. I have also purchased their spindle/VFD combo, z-puck, dust boot, threaded insert table grid, and monitor/keyboard control arm.
After doing a bit more research, I feel this one will work best for me at this price point. I also greatly prefer the plug and play feature it offers. Len at Probotix has been very helpful throughout the process as well.
Very excited to get started with my first CNC. I'll post up some pics once it arrives in the next 2 - 3 weeks.
Thanks!