Aloha Martin, Though I have been an Applications / Technical
Representative for Model Master, I started out as a customer. Using
ArtCAM Pro (and now ArtCAM Jewels mith) with a Model Master 4 axis
Mill, for the last 7 years or so, has been nothin g short of joy and
amazement. I currently have 2 Model Master CNC mills. I sol d my 3rd
CNC (another brand) to get a larger Model Master, the CNC 4000. Not
o nly do I furnish training, support and sell the tech, I use it.
I regularly cut dies in T6 aluminum and cut directly in silver, gold
and platinum. You are not limited by the Model Master machine, where
you will be with many others. Only by type of material, chip load,
the cutting tool and tool geometry, will you be limited on a mill
that is up to the task. A lot of the mills out there don’t have the
accuracy, resolution, rigidity, power, nor pr oper spindle, to cut
even good dies in Plexiglas, let alone metal. These are some things
to consider when looking for a mill. Model Master has well over 750
systems worldwide, and I would be happy to furnish references (10 at
a time) , so you can speak to actual users. Actually there are many
Model Master customer s here on Orchid and will probably chime in to
share their experience. If I ca n answer any questions to help you
make an educated decision or be of service,
please feel free to contact me.
Best regards,
Christian