CNC Machine DIY 2 x 4 ( gantry 3030 ) - $1975.00
CRP2448 2' x 4' CNC Router Kit | CNCRouterParts
NOTE: Seems like a good starter kit should i upgrade to the 3060 Gantry for +$195? and why?
Router:
Hitachi M12VC: $119.00
Hitachi M12VC 2-1/4-Horsepower Variable-Speed Router - Fixed Base Power Routers - Amazon.com
NOTE: Seems to the be the standard is there a BIT set that is a good starter set to buy?
Router Mount: $92.75
http://www.cncrouterparts.com/hitach...unt-p-156.html
NOTE: Works with existing table unless can find cheaper elsewhere
Bosch 1618 Precision Grade Collet Kit - $127.95
http://www.precisebits.com/products/...618!!!KIT!!!PG!!!
contains 1/8in. , 1/4in. & 1/2in. PG collets, collet nut, spanner wrench and 118 ml of ColletCare) - BOPG-1618-842KIT
NOTE: Seems to the be the standard
4-Axis DIY Nema 23 Electronics Kit (Stepper Motors) + : $665.00
http://www.cncrouterparts.com/4-axis....html?cPath=22
NOTE: Can anyone recommend a USB kit so i can use a laptop with the cnc router? or a better kit with better motors for around the same price or worth the money to upgrade?
Cable Track KIT $199.00
http://www.cncrouterparts.com/comple...kit-p-128.html
NOTE: open to a better kit as well?
Dust shoe: $134.95
http://www.kentcnc.net/nc/products/9...dust-shoe.aspx
NOTE: Seems to the be the standard
Hitachi Exhaust Deflector: $12.95http://www.kentcnc.net/nc/products/1...deflector.aspx
Dust collecter: $209.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/garage-...tor-97869.html
NOTE: Seems to the be the cheap standard
TOTAL HARDWARE: $3536.59 ( shipping not included )
Mach 3 software: $175.00
http://www.cncrouterparts.com/mach3-...are-p-165.html
NOTE: to run the CNC router
VCarve Pro CAM Software: $599
http://www.cncrouterparts.com/vcarve...are-p-211.html
NOTE: To important Illustrator CS2014 [I assume .DXF files ) and convert them to Mach 3 use (They offer discount if i’m ordering other stuff from them) BUT I am open to cheaper CAM software alternatives?
Total Cost: $4310.59 ( not including shipping )
Am I missing anything in this build list? Also Can I buy a complete system for around this price of the same quality? or will this beat lets say the Rockler Shark system?
Mounting: I was thinking of just mounting it onto some work bench table system where below it can have drawers or maybe on wheels that lock as well? Pros/Cons?
THANKS!