Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CNC router build

Your best bet is a good quality router spindle, such as the body out
of the Bosch fixed base routers. This gives you 1/2 and 1/4" collets,
30krpm top speed, and extremely good precision. These routers have a
precision machined OD so they are particularly easy to mount.

On Wed, Apr 1, 2009 at 8:07 AM, Jack McKie <freshwatermodels@...> wrote:
> Dave,
>
> This is primarily a precision cnc router for patternmaking, not a mill for
> machining metal, so coolant won't be an issue.
>
> I am aware of limitations of Dremel which is why I am looking for an
> alternative.  Yes, noise and heat come with high cutting speed.   I will
> probably be using carbide end mills exclusively.  Part of the plan is to
> build a sound enclosure but I don't know much about this.
>
> One alternative I am considering is using a mini-mill head with belt drive
> retrofit.   This would allow me quieter belt drive and R8 collets but the
> max rpm would be about 4000.
>
> I don't want to get into building a spindle so am looking for alternatives.
> I am wondering if there is a die grinder or dremel type tool that has better
> bearings and might be quieter than a standard router motor.
>
> Jack
>
>
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, David LeVine <dlevine144@...> wrote:
>
> From: David LeVine <dlevine144@...>
> Subject: Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CNC router build
> To: CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 3:50 PM
>
> Jack Mc Kie wrote:
>> <SNIP>I have a router and a Dremel tool that could be used but I am
>> considering some alternative hopeing to keep noise level down. Noise
>> is a concern I'm not sure how to deal with. I'm considering making a
>> box of some sort to house the router in and line it with some sort of
>> noise absorbing material. Any cost effective suggestions on how to
>> deal with noise supression would be welcome!
>
> 1. At high speed, everything gets noisy.
> 2. At high speed things get hot in a hurry.
> 3. A router or Dremel is not a good, precision spindle.
>
> If you have machining available, consider that a good, fixed speed
> spindle may be better for your needs.
>
> Put something like a 5200 or a pair of 7200 bearings on the tool end
> (angular contact preloaded bearings ensure good positional accuracy) and
> a slightly loose bearing on the other (so the shaft doesn't bind.) A
> 7200 pair is rated for 29,000 RPM, IIRC. For higher speeds, ceramic
> bearings work but are /*spendy! */Driven by a belt and an induction
> motor, such a spindle will be quieter, more robust (last longer) and
> more accurate, but heavier. Remember, lower speed is always better for
> bearing life. Smaller bearings and open bearings (especially with oil
> mist lubrication to remove heat) will run faster and last longer than
> shielded or sealed bearings.
>
> With a VFD and a 3 phase motor, you even get the variable speed
> advantages, but with a weight penalty. You may need a cooling fan if
> the VFD runs the motor slower than 75% of the rated speed.
>
> --
> David G. LeVine
> Nashua, NH 03060
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