Originally Posted by
rawen2
....I'm now considering a 2000 mini mill. I think that's the first year they made them. Is there anything I should look out for on the early mini mills?
Thanks,
Ralph
Edit: One more question - does running a mini mill on single phase reduce the spindle power compared to three phase?
MiniMills do have G02 as standard, and a lot of other G's as you have probably found out.
Yes they can thread mill. If you are doing tapered threads you will probably need Macro ability which is an option at about $2000.00
Year 2000 MiniMills do not have any particular problems; or at least my two do not.
Yes, single phase supply does reduce max spindle power. The Haas website will give you all the details.
An open mind is a virtue...so long as all the common sense has not leaked out.