Lowcost capable CNC - Make vs Buy?

[Doddy]

So I am still mulling design options
Is there something wrong with me finding the sight of Dean's machine undresses slightly arousing?

Yes.

As I am still looking around at other designs for ideas and still open to buying rather than making, wanted to draw peoples attention to another very nice UK router CNC kit that addresses the low-cost capable niche. UKCNC's D-500 kit is £4.450 currently - 500x500 cutting area, all aluminium plate construction with linear rails and ballscrews all around.

...and a grand in VAT, if that's of concern.

[Andrewg]

....and a grand in VAT, if that's of concern.

Yes good catch - was about to correct, Probably £5,500 by the time delivery and VAT added

[Doddy]

...an do my eyes deceive me... is that an Arduino Mega in the kit?

Edit:

Aha!, they've cunningly slaved an Ardy on there for GRBL support. The electronics are built down to a cost - with some significant compromises.
Like I said - kit-in-a-box. I don't think it'd suit everyone.

Edit 2:

Not just closed-loop steppers, but integrated driver, too. I reserve judgement until I read up..... 2NM, 36V supply, 250kHz max input frequency, NEMA 23 size. Think the supply side of things will limit performance but... kit-in-a-box.

[JAZZCNC]

...an do my eyes deceive me... is that an Arduino Mega in the kit?

Edit:

Aha!, they've cunningly slaved an Ardy on there for GRBL support. The electronics are built down to a cost - with some significant compromises.
Like I said - kit-in-a-box. I don't think it'd suit everyone.

Edit 2:

Not just closed-loop steppers, but integrated driver, too. I reserve judgement until I read up..... 2NM, 36V supply, 250kHz max input frequency, NEMA 23 size. Think the supply side of things will limit performance but... kit-in-a-box.

Those two things right there are a flashing beacon to stay away.!!