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Hi everyone
New to the forum, been doing lots of searches, reading and learning. I currently own a microlux mill, 3/4 hp brushless dc motor which I like, installed a dro and power feed, also things I’m thinking I really need. The downside is there’s not enough “real estate” for some projects. Most of what I do is automotive, vintage restorations making NLA parts, fittings Boring carbs etc, threading .Aluminum and mild steel materials. I’ve been reading through the posts from owners with both machines and it’s a hard decision, I really like dialing in the r.p.m. the microlux peaks at 2600 r.p.m., not so-much torque at the Lower speeds but does ok.
Seems like the 932 has lots of features for the money and at 1000+ lbs assume it’s a fairly stable machine, power down feed installed is also a plus for me, not sure about the r.p.m. Limitations for aluminum or if that’s even a concern. On the PM-30, also has some nice features, belt drive is the real plus for me, but they’re out of stock for a while, I can wait.I’ve read of some VFD mods on the 932 but not sure I want to go down that road and don’t want to void a really nice 3-year warranty.
Any advice fro the experts?, I’m not a machinist, and haven’t worked a full-size mill so have a minimal database on personal knowledge.
BTW everyone on this forum seems really nice, respectful, helpful and not condescending which is really makes this forum a pleasure to read and learn and unique among others.
Thanks again
David
New to the forum, been doing lots of searches, reading and learning. I currently own a microlux mill, 3/4 hp brushless dc motor which I like, installed a dro and power feed, also things I’m thinking I really need. The downside is there’s not enough “real estate” for some projects. Most of what I do is automotive, vintage restorations making NLA parts, fittings Boring carbs etc, threading .Aluminum and mild steel materials. I’ve been reading through the posts from owners with both machines and it’s a hard decision, I really like dialing in the r.p.m. the microlux peaks at 2600 r.p.m., not so-much torque at the Lower speeds but does ok.
Seems like the 932 has lots of features for the money and at 1000+ lbs assume it’s a fairly stable machine, power down feed installed is also a plus for me, not sure about the r.p.m. Limitations for aluminum or if that’s even a concern. On the PM-30, also has some nice features, belt drive is the real plus for me, but they’re out of stock for a while, I can wait.I’ve read of some VFD mods on the 932 but not sure I want to go down that road and don’t want to void a really nice 3-year warranty.
Any advice fro the experts?, I’m not a machinist, and haven’t worked a full-size mill so have a minimal database on personal knowledge.
BTW everyone on this forum seems really nice, respectful, helpful and not condescending which is really makes this forum a pleasure to read and learn and unique among others.
Thanks again
David