First Milling Machine

[alan ord 2Participant @alanord2]

The problem with the VMC and 626 is the distance / clearance between the table and the spindle is very poor. I know a lot of people have installed a raiser to lift the head to improve table clearance. Also when you install the raiser you need to ensure that the table / knee can lift to the added height before it comes off the lead screw. Not convinced about the added versatility of a turret but open to listening to suggestions. Personally, as I mentioned previously, I was looking to buy a 626 or a VMC but decided on the Super Lux and I am pleased I did.

Allan.

[David HolmesParticipant @davidholmes94529]

Thanks for the input guys.

I was hoping Warco might be at the Machine Show in April at the NEC but it doens't look like they are according to the exhibitor list. I'm going to wait and see what they have there and what I can get my hands on for a demo. The Super Lux is tempting and I still like the WM18. I think a Turret Mill is going to be too big and I had read about the clearance. I have a month to decide which gives a little more in the fund to play with, so more suggestions welcome!

[BC ProfParticipant @bcprof]

My first mill was a Warco Major ( pain to keep the register when the head was raised ) , followed by an X3 ( fried electrics ) and finally a Warco VMC ( I can cope with belts and pulleys)

I went for the MT3 option to make use of my existing tooling. Never had a problem either holding of releasing tooling . A gentle tap with a copper mallet being sufficient . I added a power feed to the X axis . It is not quite a "bolt on " as the literature suggests but it is not difficult.

No problems with the quality or accuracy . Installation was not a problem . Engine Hoist to raise the mill, slide the base underneath , bolt it together.

Brian C

[VicParticipant @vic]

Posted by brian curd on 12/03/2018 20:08:02:

My first mill was a Warco Major ( pain to keep the register when the head was raised ) , followed by an X3 ( fried electrics ) and finally a Warco VMC ( I can cope with belts and pulleys)

I went for the MT3 option to make use of my existing tooling. Never had a problem either holding of releasing tooling . A gentle tap with a copper mallet being sufficient . I added a power feed to the X axis . It is not quite a "bolt on " as the literature suggests but it is not difficult.

No problems with the quality or accuracy . Installation was not a problem . Engine Hoist to raise the mill, slide the base underneath , bolt it together.

Brian C

I also have an MT3 VMC and have no problem removing tooling. I did out of curiosity make a self ejecting draw bar for mine but provided you don’t over tighten the draw bar in the first place a gentle tap is all that is needed to remove tooling. I also chose MT3 to utilise existing tooling including morse taper drill bits.

[Speedy Builder5Participant @speedybuilder5]

If only I needed a second mill !! I would certainly make a punt on this one.
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BobH

[David HolmesParticipant @davidholmes94529]

Already on my radar but thank you!

[thaiguzziParticipant @thaiguzzi]

Posted by Speedy Builder5 on 23/03/2018 17:06:40:

If only I needed a second mill !! I would certainly make a punt on this one.
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BobH

Just looked at that. If that goes for less than a grand, somebody has got a bargain.

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