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The spindle uses ER25 collets. These eventually wear out, so check before using them. Collets are a durable expendable. | The spindle uses ER25 collets. These eventually wear out, so check before using them. Collets are a durable expendable. | ||
Some people buy their own collets. There are a number of suppliers of collets, nuts, and related accessories. [http://www.techniksusa.com/ Techniks] and [http://www.shars.com/ Shars] are both brands that have been recommended by experienced CNC users, although other brands may also be of equivalent price and quality: | Some people buy their own collets, which may be worth it as it helps prevent slips and ruined jobs. There are a number of suppliers of collets, nuts, and related accessories. [http://www.techniksusa.com/ Techniks] and [http://www.shars.com/ Shars] are both brands that have been recommended by experienced CNC users, although other brands may also be of equivalent price and quality: | ||
* [http://www.shars.com/1-4-ultra-precision-5-micron-er25-collet Shars ER25 Collet Ultra Precision 5 Micron] | * [http://www.shars.com/1-4-ultra-precision-5-micron-er25-collet Shars ER25 Collet Ultra Precision 5 Micron] | ||
