K2CNC Router Review (first Look)

[Chamm128]

I held it down with a vacuum table, but had a small problem so we had to clamp it down with a few screws and washers to cut the outline. Be prepared to do a lot of setup on your router also, K2 doesn't send any kind of documentation at all with their stuff. I also think the Z axis was poorly designed also, we had to mod it. The 5 inch of z travel wasn't even usable the way they had it setup. it would only clear less than 2 inches if I recall correctly. What router are you getting?
As far as the frames go, he really doesn't plan on making them for sale as of yet, but htings may change. He makes them in alluminum now, but the carbon one was a test for another project i have. Thanks, Chuck.

[tauscnc]

Hey Chamm128,

I got the 3925 with the upgraded Z and it is spose to have the 5 inch tavel. I will have to see when I get it but I am hoping (expecting!) for almost a trouble-free machine. I am concerned hearing all of the "little" problems you mention. I will do a full review of my machine/experience when I get it. I have waited patiently 8 weeks and have spent a good chuck of money. I have my fingers crossed

I sent K2 a personal note when I returned the very poorly made KT-2525 strongly suggesting some documenation to be sent with their machines, part list to be up, and other suggestions. Honest feedback.

We will know on tuesday...you can bet that

taus
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[Chamm128]

Here's some pics.

[tauscnc]

Great job there Chamm128!

Now I can see how big the machine really is compared to the raptor part. Man it's huge. I see how you connected the hoses for the table and like the idea of valves to cut off suction to parts of the table.

I will have to see about making something like that.

thanks for the pics
taus

[Chamm128]

Makes it easier so you dont have to block off all the other holes that your not using.

[tauscnc]

How did you go about controlling the carbon dust?

I assume you used a fishtail router bit?

later
taus

[Chamm128]

Nope, 1/8 endmill.

[tauscnc]

Guys,

I started a new thread on my KG-3925 that I just got...

http://cnczone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10157

CNCRob you get yours?

taus

[cforcht]

Chamm thats a really big router you have there. and it did such a nice job on those ratptor 50 frames. cool

[Chamm128]

New part. Hasn't been completely debured yet.

[PaulH]

Hey cforcht, welcome to cnczone! I'm "PaulH-MA" from RR.

[tauscnc]

Hey Chamm128,

Awesome work man! The frame set looks great. I can't wait to see it all put together. Are you going to maching out the bearing blocks etc....using the router or some other machine? Did you use the 1/8" endmill again or some fishtail router?

taus