Re: 1994 Fadal VMC15XT or Haas 1997 VF-2 Help me decide.
Originally Posted by
Cartierusm
So the question is which? And why do you prefer.
The Fadal has the benefit of being the XT and 30" X Travels and the foot print is really good for my space. I just starting asking questions to the seller about the condition. He wants $7k with a legit copy of solid works, but I don't need the CAD I already have many CNC machines. If I go with it I'm looking at $5k.
The 1997 Haas VF2 is pulled from a shop I know, I know the operator and he says the machine is in great condition. Plus it had a full spec workup by the machinery company that is selling it. Tolerance sheet looks great. I can get this for $5k. Much bigger foot print. Might take up my entire garage. OH i has a USB port install so not drip feed.
Also, the Haas has rigid tapping and prewired for 4th axis. Don't know about the Fadal.
Thoughts?
The 1997 Haas VF2 looks more attractive.
http://cncmakers.com/cnc/controllers/CNC_Controller_System/CNC_Retrofit_Package.html