Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Mill recommendations needed for new CNC Project

Jon Elson wrote:

> mayfieldtm wrote:
>> I'll be approaching my Boss on the possibility of putting together a
>> small CNC Milling Station.
>> Our need is quite specialized and it might be better suited if we
>> build our own. I know a ready made commercial machine will be out of
>> the question. All of our in-house CNC Machines are tied up in
>> Production or tool making.
>>
>> So I'm asking you-all on your recommendations on a good new starter
>> Mill that could be converted. Would like to keep the Mill price around
>> and under $2500 (new). I'm figuring another $1500 for other parts.
>>
>> For my Home Shop, I converted a Grizzly (of the rong-fu type design).
>> Although it's perfect for my hobby use, It would just not be tight or
>> beefy enough for our application. And of course, you-all know about
>> the round column problems.
>>
> There is the CNC-ready Taig, which is easily set up with size 23
> motors. Just add motors, drives and your favorite CNC program.

And the complete machine ready to go is only $3050 ...
http://www.microproto.com/specials.htm
Just add a computer :)

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