Originally Posted by
cnczoner
I need a CNC lathe around this size, don't have the time nowadays to convert one, and need one soon, so I'm looking for something ready-to-run or a bolt-together kit that does not require machining any custom components, etc. 110V is much much much preferred.
So far, I know of Microkinetics, but they are tough to reach and deal with (they don't even return sales calls). Syil's C6 looks ideal, but I'm thinking it's pricey for what is supplied with is, and they don't offer it without the controller (as I was thinking I could use the controllers/drivers from my current CNC mill).
My conservative cost estimates are -- 9x or 10x lathe ~$1000, ballscrews ~$300, motor mounts, plates, belts, couplers, etc ~$200, steppers ~$200, wires/connectors/limit switches/etc ~$200. That's only $1900 so far. Can I get something that fits my needs in the $2500 range?
Cheers,
-Neil.