zenbot 4848 cnc router

Description

• Travels: X-48”, Y-48”, Z-5”
• Table size: 56 5/8” x 56 5/8”
• Footprint: 60” x 60”
• Motors: 4 wire bipolar 285 ounce/in Nema-23

This rugged machine is made from HDPE with a proprietary linear motion system developed by Zenbot. The system features ball bearings preloaded on eloctroplated-zinc thick-walled steel rails. The result is a very stiff system with ultra smooth motion and zero slop. The Z-axis features 20mm rails with recirculating ball linear bearings. The drive system features 5/8" inch wide kevlar-reinforced urethane timing belts on all 3 axes, resulting in ultra precise 500 inches per minute travel. The entire machine is bolted together with allen-head machine bolts so every part is replaceable. the matrix of steel 1/4-20 threaded inserts make it simple to fasten the workpiece to the table. This machine is ideal for hobbyists and professionals alike.  you can cut hardwoods, plywoods, plastics, and even aluminum with the proper bit, rpm, feedrate, and depth of cut. Full simultaneous 3 axis contouring is a breeze. 

Features 

• Improvements: thicker 1" gantry uprights. 1" wider head assembly with wider rail spacing and thicker material. larger rails. constant force z axis spring cable carrier. home switches, and various other rigidity improvements. 
• Constructed of extremely durable HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) with 1/2"  Baltic Birch top supported with steel tubing
• 4 wire bipolar 285 ounce/in Nema-23 motors
• heavy duty 5/8" wide Kevlar-reinforced urethane s3m timing belts on all 3 axes (Y axis is driven by two motors and belts)
• Linear motion system with ball bearings preloaded on 1.75 " square 1/8" thick walled steel tubing on X axis and 2.0" square steel tubing on Y axis for ultra smooth motion with zero slop.
• X and Y axis have strip brushes to keep the rails clean and smooth. z axis has rubber seals
• Z-axis features beefier 20mm rails with recirculating linear bearings
• Matrix of 1/4"-20 threaded steel inserts in the table for convenient fastening of the workpiece.
• Assembled entirely with steel bolts so all parts are replaceable.
• All parts are cut on a professional CNC router to snap or press-fit tolerances to ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Requires minor assembly.  the gantry comes assembled, and the rest of the machine is sub assemblies that are easily bolted together. 
• 1-year warranty on manufacturer's defects. (Does not cover abuse) Replacement parts available.
• 14-day satisfaction guarantee. Just return undamaged for a full refund (minus shipping)

Options

Spindle Mounts

There are several spindle mount options for the Zenbot 4848. We have mounts for the the Hitachi M12vc, the bosch 1618/1617 (or other 3.5" diameter routers), the Dremel 300, the Proxxon IB/E, Rotozip RZ10/RZ20/RZ5, the Bosch Colt, and the Wolfgang Engineering spindle. Or if you already have a spindle and can provide dimensions, we can custom make a mount for you. Just specify which you would like when ordering.

Zenbot Control Box

To control the Zenbot, you will need several electronic components, including stepper motor drivers for each axis and a DC power supply. The Zenbot Gecko g540 4-axis Control Box combines each of these components into a single, pre-configured box. You also have a 4th axis driver so you can add a rotary 4th axis.  Just plug it in, and you're ready to run! Our power supply accepts all world power in and outputs the correct DC voltage. You will just need the proper plug adapter for your country (comes with a US plug)

Mach 3 Control Software

This software is easy to use, and there are many video tutorials at www.machsupport.com which guide you through installation, setup, and use. If you are new to CAD/CAM you will enjoy Mach-3's wizards, which guide you step-by-step through numerous operations such as text engraving, cutting a rectangular or circular pocket, or drilling a bolt pattern. 

What’s included with the machine?

• Zenbot 4848 CNC Router with motors and all necessary fasteners
• "Getting Started" Instruction Manual

What else will I need to purchase from Zenbot to operate the machine?

•  Zenbot Gecko g540 4 axis control box ($399.  includes all of the electronics to run the machine)
• Mach 3 control software ($149.  runs the machine through a pc)

What will I need to purchase elsewhere?

• A personal computer that meets Mach-3's minimum requirements (check requirements carefully)
• A spindle (the actual cutting head)
• CAM software: Vectric (www.vectric.com) has many affordable software packages available that can do anything you might need. Their basic "cut-2d" program sells for $149.
• cutting bits
• material hold down (toe clamps, double sided carpet tape, etc.)

Mach3 Minimum Recommended Requirements:

*Use of Parallel Port for machine control only on 32-bit versions of windows.

• 32-bit version of Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7
• 1Ghz CPU
• 512MB RAM
• Non-integrated Video Card with 32MB RAM(Large G-code files, especially 3D files will require a video card with 512MB RAM or higher)

• An appropriate external motion controller (options can be found on the Plugins page)
• Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Windows 8
• 1Ghz CPU
• 512MB RAM
• Video Card with 32MB RAM(Large G-code files, especially 3D files will require a video card with 512MB RAM or higher)