Proxxon Lathe system PD 400/CNC Opinions
I’m completely new to machining but was looking at some some options. I currently live in europe, and saw the proxxon with the CNC. I have NO experience, but would like to pursue this as a possible hobby to keep me off the streets.
Generally I’ve found that I prefer saving for a higher quality object if I can possibly do so, as opposed to jumping in with something that breaks, or requires a high learning curve. I’m going to start reading up on machining, and lathes in general, but was just curious if this lathe had any *weak points* that you all know of (besides price).
Thanks again for any input.
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Never used a proxxon before I have to admit, apperently they’re pretty accurate though.
Proxxon as far as I know makes jeweler’s and intrument making mills/lathes.
But a drawback to that lathe would be it’s size. It’s a little, maybe more than a little on the small side.. (easy chatter, not a lot of room, small spindle let through…..) It’d probably be pretty versatile if you only wanted to do let’s say.. valve work, muzzle brakes and all that small stuff, but depending on what you want to do with it it may or may bot be the way to go..
A wise man once said; You can make small stuff on a big lathe, but you can’t make big stuff on a small lathe.
But don’t take my word for it.
Ps: If you’re new to lathing and machining in general I am pretty sure that a conventional lathe would be a better choice, learning how to run before you can crawl is most unwise..
Greetings from the Netherlands!