I am looking at a Milltronics Partner 1 Centurion V. The machine was used for a lot of 1 off prototype stuff, so nothing repetitive. It does have linear rails in all directions (see attached photos). It has all parts, include everything for the 12 tool tool-changer. Are these versatile machines? Can I cut steel and aluminum with no problems? Or are these more aluminum/plastics focused machines?
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What I need some help with is known history of these machines. What are things I should be looking for when I view this machine in person? Are there any common flaws I should look for? Also, my major concern is how adaptable this machine is. Right now the machine powers on, but before any movement of an axis can be made an error code pops up. It’s code “450 Emergency Stop” ; the current owner has said he tried to clear the E-Stop error and has checked the limit switches but is unsuccessful thus far. If the controller is shot and needs to be replaced, is this a relatively painless task? Can this machine work with Mach 3? Are there recommendation for replacement controllers? Also, has anyone ever replaced the linear rails themselves? The pictures worry a bit.
Is anyone familiar with error code “450 Emergency Stop”?
Also the owner wants to load this using a pallet jack and ramps...seems sketchy to me. He says its how it got it onto his trailer previously. Anything he might have damaged in this process I should look for?
Thanks,
Whizbang