Any experiences with Routout CNC machines?

[Ross77]

OK I'll put my head above the parapet then :heehee:

I've not had any experience with them, only looked the web site. and I'm only going to say that IMHO they seem quite expense for what you get. Small table top Ali frame with belt drive and what looks like igus rails, and from what I cant tell only 12v stepper drivers.


So you might want to ask:
1. what type are the belts? standard or anti backlash? (repeatability)
2. are the linear bearings friction or rolling element? (wear issues)
3. power spec for stepper drive (occasional heavier work, upgrade to bigger spindle)
4. resolution ( at least 0.1mm for pcbs if not better)

If all the answers suit your requirements and its all within your budget then give it a try and let us know.:naughty:

As a final note, I presume you don't want to build one yourself which means that you are sensible and want to just get on and use the machine for your hobbies and not spend years build the damm thing like I'm doing....:nope: Also the problems occurred last year (or more) and they are still in business so they must be doing something right

I suppose what Im trying to say is just ask all the questions now to make sure it suits your requirements