Thinking about LMS Mill with fixed column
Hi,
I am about to purchase a mini mill. I am leaning toward a LMS Mini Mill with the fixed column. The reason I am leaning toward this mill is that I understand that LMS products arrive ready to go and do not require extensive cleaning and set up. I'd like to get the opinion of forum readers on that issue. I am a brand new machine user having essentially only seen these units being used and not having any experience actually machining.
My needs will be very simple. I expect to work mainly in soft brass in the .010 to .040 thickness range. A big job for me would be accurately milling a slot 1.5" long by .50 inches wide in .020 brass. The reason I need this mill is to be able to accurately place that slot exactly where I want it and have it come out straight and square. I could hack it out with a motor tool, but I refuse to put my name to inaccurate work.
Extra cost for the LMS over the price of HF, Grizzly etc. is OK if they are a reliable customer service oriented company.
Opinions welcomed.