Every Entry Level Mill at IMTS

In this video I cover every entry level machine I could find at IMTS! I found some super interesting ones that I had never seen before.

0:00 Intro
0:38 Kaast
4:19 Tormach
5:18 Milltronics
6:11 Hurco
8:24 Haas
9:12 Dynapath
10:41 Optimill
12:16 Smart

[dadandsonsworkshop]

You missed out on the DN Solutions SVM4100, they are like $59k, 12k spindle, Fanuc Oi Plus, TSC and TSA, auto greaser, 30 tool and its a 30x20 machine.

[lawerencecohen]

The KAAST using non proprietary parts is a bonus when it comes to support.

[daboyakasha]

I love the dynapath guy, gets in close like he's telling you a secret, says the lathe is expensive, "it is what it is"

[Steve-pkok]

When I was an apprentice, we started with NC machines that you programmed with a typewriter punch tape programmer. The machine would see light coming thru holes of the tape and that told it what to do. We have come a long way since then (1983) and now not only are CNC's way more advanced, but the pricing is VASTLY more affordable.

[Bergvomit]

The Smart Mini machine is the best deal. It has the most features built into the machine with a great support staff behind the machine. Good video!

[kenrobertson]

My dad got 2 of the Smart machines last year, their drill/tap ones rather than the Mini, and he has been pretty happy with them.

[yelims]

thank you for saving me the trouble that is Chicago and walking the miles that is IMTS LOL

[benjaminengel]

I'm a huge fan of Hurco. I have been running them for years and they are very capable. I have been able to chase sub 0.001" tolerances on them

[rickstephaniefrye]

I own 3 smart machines, and have had great experience with them as a company. I do not own the machine you shot, but i do have an sv-2, which happens to be right next to it. In 6 years of owning their machines, i have had to replace 1 coolant pump on 1 machine, which is pretty good in my opinion. I started just as some others mentioned, buying used, but quickly got tired of fixing the machines, and the slow feedrates and rapids, and no memory.

[saturnmedia]

2:31 A dryer outlet is NOT THREE PHASE! You need a special converter or 3 phase wired into your space. 220v comes in different forms!

[whatever]

THIS is the the video the world needs right now.

[braddfwtx]

Nice video!! IMTS was a whirlwind yet again! I love the show! Nice to see many familiar companies and friends in your video! Ebony at KAAST is awesome!! The SMART machines….well, they have a game changer!! Full disclosure: they are a FANTASTIC customer and friends!!

[marclevitt]

I like that this company sells that mill made in Taiwan. Kaast reminds me of what Precision Matthew’s does: sell Chinese and Taiwanese versions of their mills and lathes. I went for the Taiwanese models, a PM-1640TL and a PM-949TV. Precision Matthews says the Taiwanese machines have better quality control, but there are undoubtedly very well-manufactured Chinese machines for sale. Kaast seems to be selling rebadged Bodor laser systems. I very recently purchased two Bodor machines: a 6KW P3 Sheet cutter, which is the 4020 or 4 m x 2 m worktable size with shuffling tables. I also bought a Bodor K230 6KW tube cutter, which is the twenty-foot long version, with Bodor’s Ttrans automation system, which automatically loads tubes. I wonder how much Kaast’s version of the Bodor laser machines cost.

[jbmtechnologies]

This is such a great video. We've got a couple used Hurcos that are great entry level or garage shop machines for people just starting out. Also, the Kitamura XV series mills are great. The smallest one definitely fits in a garage and the precision accuracy is insane and there's options like 2APC and a trunnion table for intro 5-axis work.

[Lwimmermastermetalart]

Really enjoy your videos. I always loved going to IMTS but now with videos like this it’s the next best thing to being there. What amazes me the most is just how many manufactures there are out there. Not only the amount of companies but just how many different machines they make. Sort of makes you wonder how so many can survive and where do all these machines end up. I’ve been in this business since 1976 when I started my shop. Simply amazing how far we’ve come. Good video young man 👍🏼👍🏼

[FireeditsNow-jvjf]

this channel has grown!
Well deserved!!!

[johnkirisits]

the KAAST, double check the voltage requirement. She said 220v 3 ph, then said it would hook to a dryer plug. MOST dryer plugs are 220 single phase. Very nice machine.

[AlphaEngineer]

good to see my buddies at hurco, they have the best value machines in the business!

[RiadKhan]

Excellent Video, you buddy is a champion for stepping up !

[stevec]

On the Kaast machine she said it ran on 230 3 phase and then said you could plug right into your drier outlet. Does anyone here in the states actually have 3 phase power to there driers?