Description
***Included with your AltMill MK2 2×4***
- SLB-EXT controller and emergency stop
- Partially pre-assembled rigid frame
- Inductive sensors for homing
- Sturdy metal legs with the ability to add 4ft wide shelving underneath
- Welcome package
***Not included with your AltMill MK2 2×4***
Check out our recommended products tabs for an ideal set up, but note the following ARE NOT included with your order:
- Computer or laptop
- Spindle
- End mills or bits
- T-tracks
- Waste board (e.g. MDF 2ft x 4ft sheet)
- Set of metric Allen keys, standard bits or drill for assembly
***Some photos may contain items for illustrative purposes, such as spindles, caster wheels, t-tracks, or additional shelving. There may also be cosmetic differences between the machine in the photo and the production version of the AltMill.
Lead times
This product has a potentially long waitlist, relative to demand and seasonality. For more info on expected shipping and delivery times, please see our Order Status page.
Must Have Add-on: 1.5kW, 2.kW Spindle or 2.2kW ATC Spindle
Unlock the full potential of your AltMill with a 1.5W or 2.2KW ER Spindle and Dust Shoe Kit, or, an Automatic Tool Changer Spindle Kit
Each 1.5KW ER20 Spindle & Dust Shoe Kit comes with:
- 80mm Dust Shoe
- ER20, 80mm, 1.5KW 110V Air-Cooled Spindle
- 110V, 1.5KW, 3-Phase VFD
- AC power cable and 5m spindle power cable
- ER20 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″and 1/2″ collets (one of each)
- Data cable to connect to the AltMill/SLB-EXT controller for remote speed control
Each 2.2KW ER20 Spindle & Dust Shoe Kit will come with:
- 80mm Dust Shoe
- ER20, 80mm, 2.2KW 220V Air-Cooled Spindle
- 220V input, 2.2KW, 3-Phase output VFD
- NEMA 6-15P AC power cable and 5m spindle power cable
- ER20 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″and 1/2″ collets (one of each)
Each ATC Spindle Kit comes with:
- 2.2kW ATC Spindle
- ATC Spindle Mount
- Enclosed 2.2kW VFD and Mount Adapter
- Clear Cut Dust Shoe
- Tool Length Sensor
- ATC Expansion Board for an SLB-EXT Controller
- 2.2kW VFD NEMA 6-15P Power Cord
- 10m Length 8mm Air Line Tubing
- Male ¼” NPT to 8mm Air Line Push Fitting
- ER20 Collet Wrench
**Each ATC Spindle Kit comes with a variety of tool holders, collets or racks (or no rack.) Read for more details.
FAQs
Choosing an AltMill vs a LongMill
Payment
Full Payment is required at time of purchase to get your order into the Queue. We ship on a first-come, first-served basis. If you choose local pick-up, you are subjected to the queue order and cannot get your machine quicker.
Power Requirements
Altmill with the 1.5kW spindle. We recommend allocating 2x 15A, 110V/120V circuits — one for the spindle, the other for the machine and a computer.
- The AltMill consumes 500W and runs off a 48V 10A power supply, 110-120 volt circuit
- The 1.5KW Spindle Kit consumes 1500W at max load, 110-120 volt circuit
Altmill with the 2.2kW spindle. We recommend allocating 1x 15A, 110V/120V & 1x 20A, 220/240 Circuit — one for the spindle, the other for the machine and a computer.
- The AltMill consumes 500W and runs off a 48V 10A power supply, 110-120 volt circuit
- The 2.2KW Spindle Kit consumes 2000W at max load, 220-240 volt circuit
If you live in a country with 220V/240V power you must use a transformer to convert to 110V/120V.
- To solely run the machine, you need a rating above 500W
- To run the machine and a 1.5kW spindle, you need a rating of 2000W
Altmill Power Supply Specifications: Input: 100-130 VAC 50/60 Hz, 7-54 Amps, Output: 48 VDC 10 Amps, 480 Watts
3rd Party Spindles
I would like to source my own spindle, what should I be aware of?
- For spindles 2.2KW or above, you will need to install extra 220VAC wiring
- The AltMill comes with an 80mm spindle mount, we do not have larger diameter mounts at the moment
- The VFDs that may work with our controller are: Huanyang v1, Huanyang P2A, Yalang YL620, H-100, and GS20, however they are not plug-and-play — read this article for further information
More Information
Check out our comprehensive FAQ for prospective customers, addressing questions such as power requirements, spindle sourcing, and bundle deal info.
Warranty
The AltMill has a 120 day warranty once it arrives at your door.
We want you to have a great experience with your machine, so if any parts are found to be missing or damaged, please email us. We will ensure that you receive the support you need to restore your AltMill to operating condition or provide a full or partial refund.
You may cancel an order if it has not shipped yet, please contact us if you wish to do so. We do not accept returns for AltMills that have already shipped.
General Warranty and Limits of Service:
Effective March 11, 2024
Throughout this policy the words “we”, “us” and “our”, or “Sienci Labs” will be used to refer to Sienci Labs Inc. herein and “AltMill” or “machine” will refer to Sienci Labs’ Sienci AltMill. Additionally, the words “you”, “your”, “user”, and “operator” will refer to the original purchaser/customer, user, or viewer of any of the products or media provided by or through Sienci Labs.
Sienci Labs Inc. (the “Company”) grants the AltMill (the “Product”) a standard warranty within Canada and the US to the original customer to be free from missing parts, defects in material, and defects in workmanship for a period of one hundred and twenty (120) days from the date of receipt by the original purchaser. Sienci Labs Inc. will ensure that the appropriate support is provided to the original customer to restore the AltMill to operational condition or provide a full or partial refund under the sole discretion of the Company.
This warranty does not cover damage due to improper use or assembly, lack of maintenance, normal wear and tear, or modifications to the AltMill which are not produced or authorized by the Company. Consumables such as cutting tools and sample or stock materials which may have come with your AltMill are not included in this warranty.
This warranty will become void if the operator does not follow the Safety Warnings and Guidelines, uses the Product for illegal purposes, intentionally causes damage to the Product, or transfers the Product to another owner.
The original customer must contact Sienci Labs Inc. within one-hundred and twenty (120) days of receiving their order to make a warranty claim to be eligible for warranty service. Proof of purchase, tracking number, email address, or other material will be used to confirm the original purchasing date and the identity of the original customer. If damage was due to shipping, original packaging materials must be kept in the original received condition. Photos, videos, written descriptions, and other items may be requested to assess and validate a warranty claim.
In the case Sienci Labs Inc. requires the original parts to be returned, the customer is solely responsible for packing all items securely. Damage incurred during return shipping will not be covered by the warranty. A method of payment such as a credit card may be requested by Sienci Labs Inc. to cover shipping costs or damaged items if Products are not eligible for warranty service.
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Paul B. (verified owner) –
I am very satisfied with my Atmill. It was straightforward to assemble with all of the components fitting perfectly. It is extremely accurate and amazes me every time I use it.