Still trying to find a used VF2 - any leads??

[bob1112]

We are looking for a 1997-1999 VF2 with the Vector drive. We would prefer 10K rpm but would look at the 7500 spindle. Any leads would sure be appreciated.

[JMFabrications]

Originally Posted by viper6383 We are looking for a 1997-1999 VF2 with the Vector drive. We would prefer 10K rpm but would look at the 7500 spindle. Any leads would sure be appreciated.

Check eBay, I always see used Haas machines on there. I purchased an '02 VF2 from a seller on eBay.

[HaasTech83]

This is a 98 VF3 7500rpm.
http://www.machinesused.com/cncm/1590.htm

[bob1112]

Thanks but we really need to find a 2 for space reasons. What sucks is we can get a 3 for the same or less money than a 2 but we cannot fit the machine right now.

Since you are a Haas tech, would you mind checking my other link on a problem with another VF2. Maybe you can shed some light for us. Thanks

http://www.cnczone.com/cg.../13/6168.html?

[HaasTech83]

Do you have High Speed maching on this mill? If you do you may be able to use it as a trial if you haven;t already. Take a look at the parameter and check to see if High speed machining is a 1 or 0 T.
When you rapid each axis, you don't feel or hear anything? Don;t handle jog.

[bob1112]

I am certain that we do not have high speed machining enabled on this machine and did not know it was an option. This is a 1998 model. You are saying it IS available for them? Is it a night and day difference in smoothness and such?

When the machine rapids, it seems very normal and not rough. I am sure we need to look at the machine closer but honestly, we did not know how rough it sounded until we got the new VF2SS.

The only 1998 seems a bit rough if you jog an axis very fast from one direction the the other. Also, I am wondering if this can be helped with some better programming. I have heard of small arcs as opposed to the point to point stuff we are posting right now. Can programming fix this? Thanks for all the help.

[HaasTech83]

Originally Posted by viper6383 I am certain that we do not have high speed machining enabled on this machine and did not know it was an option. This is a 1998 model. You are saying it IS available for them? Is it a night and day difference in smoothness and such? When the machine rapids, it seems very normal and not rough. I am sure we need to look at the machine closer but honestly, we did not know how rough it sounded until we got the new VF2SS. The only 1998 seems a bit rough if you jog an axis very fast from one direction the the other. Also, I am wondering if this can be helped with some better programming. I have heard of small arcs as opposed to the point to point stuff we are posting right now. Can programming fix this? Thanks for all the help.

I'm definately not a programer but it if you could make the move one sweeping motion it would definately be better than starting and stoping several hundred times. It wouldn't hurt to talk to your local HFO and have them look at your program and application.

As Far as the High Speed option, i would have to know what your software version is. That would give me an idea about what could be done.

[end-mill]

Originally Posted by viper6383 We are looking for a 1997-1999 VF2 with the Vector drive. We would prefer 10K rpm but would look at the 7500 spindle. Any leads would sure be appreciated.

Here's one
http://inv.machineryresources.com/q/...,,m,,,20111612,,

and here is another
http://inv.machineryresources.com/q/...,,m,,,20115513,,

[bob1112]

Endmill, thanks for the links there. We have searched with the dealers and they want around 40K for a used VF2. We paid under 30K for our last one. I guess I can call but I think we may want to buy from the owner. I feel 25K should buy one of these.

[GregATSI]

Hello
Help? Can you help me find a CNC machinist? I have 16 openings in the Midwest. I am just looking to network w/ CNC folks or get into a resume pool. Anybody?
Thank you in advance,
-Greg
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Additional Technical Support Inc. (ATSI)
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greg.theberge@natljobs.com

[big_mak]

Viper,

you may be stuck paying top dollar as I'm sure the competition to find a good used machine is stiff with the market going the way it is!