Wolfgang Spindle

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Been Looking at this Wolfgang CNC Spindle on Ebay for sometime and I think it may be suitable for cutting pockets and parts. Im not that happy with the one I have. Built by Bludworth and way to overkill as far as noisy and heavy duty and needing to replace bearings regularily. Main thing is the noise. Anyway does anyone use these spindles and have success on cues? Any input would be appreciated. I understand that some cuemakers use the Bosch router with precise collets and have success as far a tolerance. Similar in price. Thanks for any input.

Mark
 
I've got one of his older TB-350 spindles. It's not quite as fast as the newer TB-650 spindle, but I've had great luck with it. I've used cutters as small as .020" and I could probably go smaller.

Here are some of the inlays I've done with this spindle.

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Tb- 650

I got two 350's and the new 650 (Unused)...
They are good for inlaying/ Machine Engraving kind stuff.
I would not use it to do the other cue making process..
Wolfgang Spindle uses 1/8" shank bits, so......... :embarrassed2:
I go down to .008" size bits, to do machining engraving..

I got Bosh Colt and Makita 1100 units too..
With mounts for my CNC, incase I ever do HD stuff..
I tried to use them for inlaying..
Those collet/ adapters still runout.. IT's not "Special made" as I thought it was.
It seems like the guys just drill in a 1/8" drill bit and turning the shank.
I stopped using them and bought the Wolfgang Spindles..

Wolfgang's are not as loud as a Router...
The whine is a bit higher pitch, and, it is not so irratating...
Alton :smile:
 
spindle

I have been pretty happy with mine also on a Taig mill.
Since I have an older controller that doesn't turn it on and off
automatically, I just run it through a limit switch wired to a relay to
save on unnecessary wear and tear on the motor and bearings.
 
I’m using a Pyramid 0-20VDC variable voltage regulator. 110 AC in. Self contained black box with its own cooling fan. Plug it in, connect your two motor wires and go. Probably overkill for the little motor but very simple and dependable. The amp gauge on the unit barely moves above 2 amps.

Pyramid units are very popular with HAM operators that want to power their radios at home. With the variable voltage models you can dial the voltage down to drop the motor rpm per Wolfgang.
 
power source

Mine runs off of ac current. I don't remember if it is an ac-dc motor or not.
Either way, I'm always checking on power suppies at the flea market and yard sale
type events. Look for battery chargers, laptop chargers, old printer power supplies,
Chargers for little kids plastic riding contraption's and such.
It's amazing what is out there for under 10.00 bucks.
 
Seems like alot of you guys are using these either the 350 or 650 with good success. Still a little unclear about the power source for the 650. Thought your could just plug into 110 and away you go. Is that not the case. Do I need something else for powering this unit up. Thanks again guys for the input and help.

Mark
 
kiinstructor said:
Seems like alot of you guys are using these either the 350 or 650 with good success. Still a little unclear about the power source for the 650. Thought your could just plug into 110 and away you go. Is that not the case. Do I need something else for powering this unit up. Thanks again guys for the input and help.

Mark
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The e-bay ad does state that it uses 12 volt DC to operate the motor and has the wattage and amps needed or what could be used. That's why I asked what would be that others are using for complete compatibility. I would certainly want enough power so as not to starve nor burn up the device.

Dick
 
Looks like the Wolfgang 650 draws up to 200 watts. Has a lot of nice upgrades over my 350. My Pyramid PS-26 will handle up to 500 watts. If you ebay or google Pyramid Power Supply, they sell a bunch of different units that will handle the Wolfgang plus have the variable voltage to dial in your rpm.

With the heavier bearings in the Wolfgang 650, I think I will look for a custom ground Ø.125 V-bit. I'd love to be able to cut points on my cnc. An upgrade may be in store.
 
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DanO said:
Looks like the Wolfgang 650 draws up to 200 watts. Has a lot of nice upgrades over my 350. My Pyramid PS-26 will handle up to 500 watts. If you ebay or google Pyramid Power Supply, they sell a bunch of different units that will handle the Wolfgang plus have the variable voltage to dial in your rpm.

With the heavier bearings in the Wolfgang 650, I think I will look for a custom ground Ø.125 V-bit. I'd love to be able to cut points on my cnc. An upgrade may be in store.
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I think there will be a good chance of V bit heads bouncing off of walls if you do. I'm thinking about mounting a 1/2" router onto my CNC just for use when cutting deep V's as I don't trust 1/4 inch bits taking that big of cuts. At present I cut my V's on a mill with 1/2 shank bits.

Dick
 
Yea there's probably a reason you don't see any V bits smaller than Ø1/4" shank. :rolleyes: I thought about picking up a quite router but the cost has held me back. The $ for a new quite router puts me half way to a mill. Currently using my Hightower for points.
 
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