@RichCournoyer wrote:
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My shop lacks the means of a semiautomatic method for cutting metal bar stock for my S3, so I'm a maker, and I decided to make a Power Hacksaw. I fell in love with David Abbott's (YouTube) simple but effective design, so I purchased a set of plans.I soon realized that about 3/4 of the parts are made out of steel, and the Dewalt DWP611 Router/Spindle is just too fast to use 1/4 carbide end mills (the tool of my choice) so I decided that I would purchase the new Makita RT0701C (1 1/4hp) router that has a low end speed of 10k, This speed get me within the 700 SFM speed that I needed. PS, I looked at the Super PID, but wasn't impressed with it.
I could not locate a 65mm Spindle mount, so what does a maker do, we make one. Designed in Fusion OD 68.85 mm X ID 65.1 mm x 1.0" long. I was amazed that the ID and OD was round within 0.001" great surface finish and the size was spot on. Fits like a glove and holds the new spindle rock solid.
I have no idea how the new Spindle (or the machine) will hold up to the upcoming STEEL project, but I'll keep you guys informed. Phase 1 is complete
Wish me luck!
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