experience of the Kress spindles

[Rogue]

Hi,

I got this one since it was the cheapest at the time, using best offer:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...:X:RTQ:US:1123

I got the 2.kW version because it's the cheapest one with ER20 collets which I need to hold 1/2" cutters.

Sorry to resurrect an older thread but... well, I've only just read it.

Jonathan, is this the spindle you've been using in your youtube videos? The inverter looks to be the same. If so, I wanted to throw a few questions at you if that's ok. Web Goblin, if you also got this motor in the end, please feel free to comment as well!

1. How have you found it so far with the aluminium work you've been doing?
2. If it's coming from the US, does the inverter need a 110v voltage converter?
3. Availability of tools to fit it?
4. I've heard it mentioned that it can be hooked up to Mach3/EMC, is that the case?
5. Any other comments you think would be useful for a compelte novice to bear in mind when considering this spindle?

As always, your help and input is appreciated.