Why do we still use the smaller 1.25 HP trim routers? I know we used to not add things to the gantry because that was additional weight. That doesn’t really seem to be the case anymore for the Lowrider. For example, in my very quick research. https://www.rockler.com/bosch-1617evspk-router-combo-p…

Ok, seeing we are talking about this now, how about we throw in spindles. So the VFD ans spindles combination have come down in price. Excluding the very large spindles some people are using around here, there seem to be some benifts in regarding serting the speed of the bit for example. What othe…

[image] Chris: What other things are the spindles good for vs trim routers? I would consider spindles way more. You need ~$1k (or the price of a lowrider) to even get started. This video summarizes the differences well. [10 Differences Between CNC Spindles & Routers (I Use Both)] …

[image] srcnet: I’m not against putting a v8 in a Civic. BTDT. Well, actually it was a 1982 Chevette with a 327ci. Ran great until it tore the rear suspension mounts out of the frame, which might be a bit of an object lesson for the big router…

interesting video! i am sure the qualit meets the price, but you can get a 2.2kw spindle and VFD in australia Spindle AU$193 [image] VEVOR VEVOR Spindle Motor 2.2KW 80MM Water spindle motor 220V Cooled... Buy VEVOR Spindle Motor 2.2KW 80MM Water spindle motor 220V Cooled Spindle Motor …

Someone here has a vevor on their lr3. Just can’t remember who. Last time I looked they were out of stock.

[image] Barry: Someone here has a vevor on their lr3 [image] Spindle RPM Troubleshooting I am running a 1.5kw air cooled Spindle on my Primo (and also on my LR3) I’m looking to see if its possible to tie RPM and On/Off control into Marlin on my SKR Pro 1.2. Or if i …

Using a larger spindle is fine, weight has never really been an issue. The issue with a larger router is it move the tool further from the machine, the further it is the larger the lever arm, the less rigid the machine gets. I believe (it has not been tested), any gained power will not be able to be…

To my knowledge, Vevor doesn’t make a thing, they just rebadge equipment. Not saying that’s a bad thing, but they often use multiple manufacturers for the same listing.

I do run air cooled spindles on both of my LR3s. I went that route for the noise more than anything. They are a LOT quieter than any palm router ive ever had. [image] Ryan: (and perhaps the control (I have found I do not actually like the machine to control RPM, I adjust on the fly a lot) Wi…

[image] Ryan: I have found I do not actually like the machine to control RPM, I adjust on the fly a lot May I advocate Estlcam as a controller again? :stuck_out_tongue: Can‘t you do an Estlcam board as well? The only drawback is the USB connection that is required.

Why do we still use trim routers?

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Michael_Melancon (Mike M) January 7, 2024, 3:17pm 17