Whether you decide to buy a Freedom Machine Tool CNC router or select a different brand, we hope the information below will prompt you to ask the right questions so you can make an informed decision that will benefit your business. Our objective is to be your complete resource for CNC routers.
We suggest that you start by looking for products from solid U.S.-based manufacturers. Some import companies offer low prices, but they may be unreliable, leaving you without the necessary support in the future. FMT is a subsidiary of Diversified Machine Systems, which has been producing quality CNC routers for over 30 years. We are committed to providing the highest level of expertise and service to our clients for the long-term.
No matter which CNC router you opt to purchase, the following are important factors to take into consideration.
Framework
Welded steel tube and plate, stress relieved, and precision machined. Learn more about framework construction.
Rails
Oversized precision profiled rails with sealed, grease lubricated, recirculating bearing blocks. Learn more about rails.
Motion
Oversized precision ball screws with sealed, grease lubricated, anti backlash ball nuts. If the screws are spinning they should be mounted in angular contact bearing end blocks. Why ball screws are better than rack-n-pinion.
Drive Motors
Industrial quality, oversized, brush-less AC servo motors with matching servo amplifiers. Learn more about drive motors.
Robotic flex-type wire designed for applications in automation.
Spindles
HSD, air cooled, life-time lubricated, cartridge type spindles. Learn more about air cooled routing spindles.
Software
We provide BobCad V 23 with every Patriot CNC router. This is not the solution for everyone. Make sure you discuss your application requirements in detail, so you understand the available solutions and their costs.
The answers and linked information we have provided are based upon real world experiences, and are designed to help you get the best CNC router for your manufacturing needs, even if you don't choose a Patriot. We believe if you research the options, you'll end up as part of the FMT family.
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