For a hobbyist who wants a power feed and readout on a 7x27 R8 mill and does not need to know the motor rating.
Amazon $3,259 eBay
For a hobbyist who wants G0704 sized capacity with a stronger brushless motor for less money.
- 7 x 27.5 inTable
- 1,119 W (1.5 hp)Motor
- 0 to 2,500 rpmSpeeds
- 260 lbWeight
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- The largest table here at 7 x 27-1/2 in, with 19-1/2 in of X travel
- 1.5 hp brushless motor, the strongest among the mills
- Head tilts 90 degrees each way
- No warranty stated for this model
- Stand and readout cost extra
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | VM25L (500202) |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Table | 7 x 27.5 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19.5 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 5.5 in |
| Spindle and motor | |
| Motor | 1,119 W (1.5 hp) |
| Motor type | 1.5 hp DC brushless |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Spindle speeds | 0 to 2,500 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way |
| Features | |
| Weight | 260 lb |
Alternatives in this table size
For a shop that mills mostly aluminum and small steel parts and values fast spindle speeds, a worm-gear head tilt and a long warranty.
Precision Matthews $3,699.99 eBayFor a hobbyist on a tight budget who mostly drills and light-mills and is fine with an MT3 spindle.
Amazon $1,725 eBayCompare
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