CNC MACHINES
What to Inspect Before Buying Any Used CNC Machine
Before you buy any used CNC machine, see it under power if you can. Confirm the control comes up with no standing alarms, measure spindle runout an...
Surface, Internal and Tool and Cutter Grinders Compared
A surface grinder finishes flat faces, an internal grinder finishes bores, and a tool and cutter grinder sharpens or makes cutting tools. A center ...
Used CNC Lathe Buyer's Guide
A used CNC lathe comes down to the spindle, the chuck, the turret and the control. Check spindle runout and bearing noise, the chuck and its hydrau...
Buying a Used Vertical Machining Center: What to Check
When you buy a used vertical machining center, check the spindle, the ways and ballscrews, the control, the tool taper, and the coolant and chip sy...