The Mini Raptor will be on web site after pre sale. But not for prices listed right now., Just email for info
General thoughts on this CNC?
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The Mini Raptor will be on web site after pre sale. But not for prices listed right now., Just email for info
The MX3660 kit is 3 drivers, controller. Comes with 282oz motors and 48v power supply.
Also $70 upgrade price for the MX4660 4 to 6 axis controller
You would need wiring, spindle and computer.
Here is more info http://www.cnczone.com/forums/raptor/261286-new-xzero-diy-machine-test-mini-raptor.html
Thanks for posting info
So, how do I go about ordering the 18X48 mini with the extra part for running a 4th axis and the total cost with shipping and tolls coming from Canada? When can I expect it and when and how do I pay? You've got my nose open now and I'm getting anxious.
Dick
There is no customs or duties on machine as they are shipped from Buffalo NY.
Shipping is $100 to $125, throughout the states. Canada a bit higher
4th axis wont be sold till Raptor mini is on web site.
lead-time is 3 weeks for shipment of rails and ballscrews to arrive.
rest of the info you can email at info@xzerocnc.com
Anyone have any last words of wisdom to help me decide? The mini is $2200.00 today only for 18x48 but the Raptor at 24x48 is about $1400.00 more for the same options included on the mini. I was thinking of maybe getting a mini for inlays and getting a Raptor later for tapering and so on. Or I could just get a Raptor now and do it all on one machine. The fun money account is a little tight but that word "Sale" is killing me on what to do.
The Mini Raptor 18 x 48 is overkill. I own an Alignrite and it only has about 8 inches of "Y" travel. My vacuum table is only 4 x 20 and I never use 1/2 of it for cutting inlays. Most inlay material is 2 to 4 inches wide. Might see more use for "Y" axis width if material for inlays was in 12 inch width sheets but with most woods and ivory will never see that.
Could set up Mini-Raptor with 2 heads and get double the production since the "Y" has over 17 inches of travel. Could then do 2 tapers at once or set it up with 2-4th axis to inlay 2 cues at once or even cut 2 sets of inlays. The only additional cost would be the 4th axis, another motor for turning and additional spindle. Don't know what George would charge for extra larger "Z" that holds 2 spindles.
Could set up Mini-Raptor with 2 heads and get double the production since the "Y" has over 17 inches of travel. Could then do 2 tapers at once or set it up with 2-4th axis to inlay 2 cues at once or even cut 2 sets of inlays. The only additional cost would be the 4th axis, another motor for turning and additional spindle. Don't know what George would charge for extra larger "Z" that holds 2 spindles.
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I totally agree it can get the job done but it has very limited Z clearance. The clearance is only 4-1/2" without the top on it. Put a top on it and now your limited to what you can use to spin anything or having to find a low profile 4th axis. I know George is making one for it but not sure when it will be ready.
And the advertised numbers are table area and not travel. A 18x48 is a 12x42 ,roughly
And the advertised numbers are table area and not travel. A 18x48 is a 12x42 ,roughly
Mounting plate for more than one spindle is not a problem . i will have shortly 4th axis for 2 to 4 cues at a time. It will be a little less heavy duty to the single 4th axis but just as accurate . For pool cues or anything for pool cues from what i have been told by a few makers is 12.5 inch travel is more than needed.
George, e-mail me your paypal address? It would be better if you called me. oh! I just got my phone out of my pocket and I see where you did call me an hour or so ago. Sorry.
Dick
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Hi Dick , it better to email so i can send you invoice to go over first. Yes i tried to call you twice after i got your message
i can also call you back now or in the morning if you like