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  1. #1
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    Best Spindles for 240v 50hz electirity?

    Hello,

    Can anyone give me a source for the best spindles that would work with EU electricity?

    Many thanks,
    Chris

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    A VFD spindle is probably the best for woodworking. However, if you want a simple high quality spindle that can be just plugged into EU electricity, I'd look at the Kress.

    Here's a link: Kress 1050 FME (240V)

    I'm currently using a 110v version of the 800 watt Kress on my machine and I'm very happy with it.

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    I'm struggling with the same question for a few days. After seeing prices and models like the Bosh Colt that is very well known in the US, it's hard to find something good for a 'normal price'.
    (Variable speed, 6 and 8mm bits, 240V, ...)

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    Quote Originally Posted by DonFrambach View Post
    A VFD spindle is probably the best for woodworking. However, if you want a simple high quality spindle that can be just plugged into EU electricity, I'd look at the Kress.

    Here's a link: Kress 1050 FME (240V)

    I'm currently using a 110v version of the 800 watt Kress on my machine and I'm very happy with it.
    Great, thanks!

    Anyone have any experience with the chinese spindles? Any good?
    Chris

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    Quote Originally Posted by Litemover View Post
    Great, thanks!

    Anyone have any experience with the chinese spindles? Any good?
    Chris

    There's a long running thread on Chinese spindles here: http://www.cnczone.com/forums/diy-cn...periences.html

    I think the consensus is that the spindles are good but the Chinese VFD's aren't so people are getting Hitachi VFD's. I have no personal experience.

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