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$441.99 – $471.99
The Vortex Rotary Axis is a plug-and-play add-on to add rotary axis capabilities to your LongMill.
This product ships 2-3 weeks from date of order.
The Vortex is a compact, precise, high-quality rotary axis we designed from scratch, with direct integration into gSender. Just like all our products, the Vortex comes with high-quality tutorials, support, and resources to make it easy to install, learn, and use your rotary axis.
Each system comes with:
You will need to provide:
| Weight | 19.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 33 × 6 × 5 in |
What is the difference between the 48in and the 30in versions?
These numbers describe the track length for the rotary axis. Customers should purchase the size that matches the working width of their LongMill.
What is the cutting volume?
| Configuration | Max Stock Diameter | Max Stock Length |
| 30” Rail Kit | 101.6mm / 4” | 558.8mm / 22” |
| 48” Rail Kit | 1016mm / 40” |
Note that cutting volume will also depend on your table setup and you may have to modify your table setup to accommodate large pieces of material.
Which machines is the Rotary Axis compatible with?
The Rotary Axis is designed to be compatible with all versions of the LongMill, with the exception of the LongMill MK1 12×12, due to the track width (however it can be modified to work).
We strongly recommend reading through our resources and documentation for more info about compatibility.
Although users may be able to integrate the Rotary into other hobby CNC machines, we will only guarantee compatibility and support for LongMill users at this time. For more information about machine clearance, CAD models will be published in the future in our resources.
How is the Rotary Axis driven?
In the current configuration, the Rotary Axis uses the X-axis and Z-axis to move along the rotational axis of the material, with the Y-axis drivers disconnected and reconnected to the Rotary Axis motor to provide rotational movement. This means that in this configuration, the system is not a full 4-axis machine, but more of a 2-axis + rotary system. Each kit will come with a switch to toggle 3-axis and rotary-axis modes.
Can I do simultaneous 4th axis machining with the Vortex?
In the future, we are planning to provide full simultaneous 4th-axis motion through the SuperLongBoard, expected to launch at the end of the year (at an added cost).
Does the Rotary Axis come with software?
We’ve implemented gSender to integrate the ability to control, set up, and home the Rotary Axis. Users will need to use or purchase CAM software that supports rotary carving. We recommend VCarve Desktop or VCarve Pro, as this is the software that we primarily use and do testing on.
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
James P. (verified owner) –
This thing is well made and easy to assemble. I purchased my 48×30 MK2 in May of 2022. While waiting I took Kyle Ely’s Masters Course in Vcarve and now have moved up to Aspire. The journey continues I purchased the Laser module a few months ago and that was also a great experience. Now on to the Rotary but wait, I just received my PWNCNC 1,5 water cooled spindle to add to my Longmill. You might consider doing a video care and considerations of using spindle of the Longmill using the original longboard vs. Up coming New Longboard. I fully support your products and will recommend them to everyone. Please stay in touch.
Charles Huey (verified owner) –
My programming skills are poor but your machines are great, having fun learning how to use them
Keith Medas (verified owner) –
Game changer. Epic
Doug Moore (verified owner) –
I have not run any programs on the fourth axis yet but the unit itself is solid and there are more and more posts on it’s use.
tom perry (verified owner) –
having a lot of fun with it.
Terry Brummitt (verified owner) –
I have already made several rotary items with my Vortex and my creativity has exploded when it comes to how I’m able to use it within my projects!!!