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PROXXON MICRO Mill MF 70, 37110

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Material Stainless Steel
Product Dimensions 16.93"L x 11.02"W x 9.45"H
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  • Small and beautiful - the accurate mill for lab, optician, jewelry, electronic and model building projects
  • Supplied with a stable base of cast iron, vertical column and compound table are of treated, high quality aluminum
  • All axes are play-free and have adjustable slides, headstock, made of die-cast aluminum
  • Balanced special motor and provides stability even at high operating speeds
  • Scope of delivery: 1x PROXXON MICRO Mill MF 70 including MICROMOT steel collet set and stepped clamp blocks of steel. Part number: 37110
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The unit is supplied with a stable base of cast iron. Both vertical column and compound table are of treated, high quality aluminum. All axes are play-free and have adjustable slides. The headstock, made of die-cast aluminum, houses the 24 pole balanced special motor and provides stability even at high operating speeds. This stability facilitates the use of the finest cutters. Six triple slit, hardened MICROMOT steel collets come with the machine and cover shank sizes of 1/32", 1/16", 5/64", 3/32", 7/64" and 1/8" (1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.35, 3.0, 3.2mm). The table is fitted with three T-slots of the 15/32" x 15/64" x 13/64" (12 x 6 x 5mm) MICROMOT-norm. An adjustable ruler scale eases the positioning of the work piece. All hand wheels are zero adjustable with 1 revolution = 1/32" (1.0mm), 1 division = .002" (0.05mm). Technical data: Speed 5,000 - 20,000rpm. Table Size 7 7/8" x 2 3/4" (200 x 70mm). X-Y Travel 5 17/64" and 1 13/16" (134 and 46mm). Vertical Travel 2 3/4" (70mm). Footprint Size 5 7/64" x 8 55/64" (130 x 225mm). Height 13 25/64" (340mm). Max. Power 1/8hp (100W). Volts 110 - 120V AC, 60Hz. Weight 15.5 lb (7kg).

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Proxxon micro mill MF 70 - This small and beautiful unit is ideal - the accurate mill for lab, optician, jewelry, electronic and model building projects. Mill is made with a cast iron base. The vertical column and compound lathe are treated, high quality aluminum. All axes are play-free and have adjustable slides. The headstock, made of die cast aluminum, houses 24 pole balanced special motor and provides stability even at high operating speeds. This stability facilitates the use of the finest cutters. Comes with 6 triple slit hardened steel collets 1/32-Inch, 1/16-Inch, 5/64-Inch, 3/32-Inch, 7/64-Inch and 1/8-Inch (1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.35, 3.0 and 3.2mm) table has three T-slots and an adjustable ruler scale which eases the positioning of work-piece. All hand wheels are zero adjustable with one revolution equals 3/64-Inch (1.0mm) 1 division equals .002-Inch (0.05mm).


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PROXXON MICRO Mill MF 70, 37110

PROXXON MICRO Mill MF 70, 37110

The unit is supplied with a stable base of cast iron. Both vertical column and compound table are of treated, high quality aluminum. All axes are play-free and have adjustable slides. The headstock, made of die-cast aluminum, houses the 24 pole balanced special motor and provides stability even at high operating speeds. This stability facilitates the use of the finest cutters. Six triple slit, hardened MICROMOT steel collets come with the machine and cover shank sizes of 1/32", 1/16", 5/64", 3/32", 7/64" and 1/8" (1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.35, 3.0, 3.2mm). The table is fitted with three T-slots of the 15/32" x 15/64" x 13/64" (12 x 6 x 5mm) MICROMOT-norm. An adjustable ruler scale eases the positioning of the work piece. All hand wheels are zero adjustable with 1 revolution = 1/32" (1.0mm), 1 division = .002" (0.05mm).

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Speed 5,000 - 20,000rpm. Table Size 7 7/8" x 2 3/4" (200 x 70mm). X-Y Travel 5 17/64" and 1 13/16" (134 and 46mm). Vertical Travel 2 3/4" (70mm). Footprint Size 5 7/64" x 8 55/64" (130 x 225mm). Height 13 25/64" (340mm). Max. Power 1/8hp (100W). Volts 110 - 120V AC, 60Hz. Weight 15.5 lb (7kg).

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  • Small and beautiful - the accurate mill for lab, optician, jewelry, electronic and model building
  • With a stable base of cast iron, vertical column and compound table are of high quality aluminum
  • All axes are play-free and have adjustable slides, headstock, made of die-cast aluminum
  • Balanced special motor and provides stability even at high operating speeds

Continuously variable speeds from 5,000 - 20,000rpm

Hand wheels with zero adjustable scales

MICRO Compound Table KT 70 of stable aluminum

MICROMOT Steel Collet Set

Continuously variable speeds from 5,000 - 20,000rpm, perfect for even the smallest milling cutter.

Hand wheels with zero adjustable scales: 1 revolution = 3/64" (1.0mm), 1 division = .002" (0.05mm).

MICRO Compound Table KT 70 of stable aluminum. Both axes are fitted with adjustable dovetail slides.

MICROMOT Steel Collet Set, triple slit and hardened, from 1.0 to 3.2 mm.

Milling Cutters, 3 pcs. Dividing Attachment Machine Vice MS 4 Precision Steel Vice PM 40 Machine Vise steel 60 mm / 2 23/64" Step clamps steel made
Milling Cutters, 3 pcs. Dividing Attachment Machine Vice MS 4 Precision Steel Vice PM 40 Machine Vise steel 60 mm / 2 23/64" Step clamps steel made
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Description Made from solid tungsten. Usable on cast iron, hardened cast iron, steel, cast steel, brass, aluminum, and even glass, plastics and carbon fiber. Includes one each of 1/32", 5/64" and 7/64" (1.0, 2.0 and 3.0mm), shank diameter: 7/64" (3.0mm). Especially designed for use with the MICRO Compound Table KT 70 which is identical to the X-Y table of the MF 70. Can be mounted in no time with the included clamping parts either standing or lying on the table. In wooden box with sliding lid. Die-cast zinc. The slot fits the adjustable fence of the drill stand MB 200 and the bench drill press TBM 115. Horizontal and vertical V-slots in jaw. Jaw width 2" (50mm) and height 2/5" (10mm). Maximum clamping width 1 11/32" (34mm). Especially suited for intricate and accurate working! Milled of steel. Completely angular. Jaw width 1 13/16" (46mm), clamping capacity 1 3/16" (30mm). Total length 2 3/4" (70mm). Slot stones and fixing screws included. Comes in a wooden box. Milled in steel. Can be used on its side and back. Width of jaws 2 3/8" (60mm), clamping capacity 1 2/3" (42mm). Complete with mounting bolts. Packed in an wooden box. Included in the compound table but can be ordered separately (2 step blocks and clamps, T-slot nuts of MICROMOT standard, bolts). This set also fits the Mill/Lathe System PD 230/E and FF 230, secures objects to approx. 0.7".
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Tungsten carbide milling cutter, Ø 5/128" Tungsten carbide milling cutter, Ø 5/64" Tungsten carbide milling cutter, Ø 15/128" Step clamp set, pair Precision V-Blocks, 2 pcs. MICROMOT Steel Collet Set
Tungsten carbide milling cutter, Ø 5/128" Tungsten carbide milling cutter, Ø 5/64" Tungsten carbide milling cutter, Ø 15/128" Step clamp set, pair Precision V-Blocks, 2 pcs. MICROMOT Steel Collet Set
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Description For working on extremely hard materials: steel, cast steel, non-ferrous metals, plastics. Vibration-free milling of high accuracy dimensions. Ideal for technical work, engraving or milling circuit-boards. Shanks Ø 7/64" (3mm) or Ø 3/32" (2.35mm). For working on extremely hard materials: steel, cast steel, non-ferrous metals, plastics. Vibration-free milling of high accuracy dimensions. Ideal for technical work, engraving or milling circuit-boards. Shanks Ø 7/64" (3mm) or Ø 3/32" (2.35mm). For working on extremely hard materials: steel, cast steel, non-ferrous metals, plastics. Vibration-free milling of high accuracy dimensions. Ideal for technical work, engraving or milling circuit-boards. Shanks Ø 7/64" (3mm) or Ø 3/32" (2.35mm). Consists of 2 step blocks and 2 clamps, 2 nuts, 2 T-slot nuts. Secures objects to approx. 1 3/8" (35 mm) high. May be used with PD 230/E and FF 230. Supplied in wooden box. Used to clamp various work pieces. Made from hardened steel, precision ground in pairs. Four different depths of prism incisions V, all at 90°. Size 2" x 1 3/16" x 1 3/16" (50 x 30 x 30mm). Fits all MICROMOT machines, except the engraver GG 12. One each in size 1/32", 1/16", 5/64", 3/32", 7/64" and 1/8" (1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.4, 3.0 and 3.2 mm) come as a set in a practical holder for storage along with one clamping nut.
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Customers like the quality, value, performance, accuracy and size of the disc grinder tool. For example, they mention it's a heavy duty machine, works beautifully, the X/Y table works great and the stock clamps work great at holding the parts. That said some complain about the size, saying it'll fit a receiver and almost no room.

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20 customers mention16 positive4 negative

Customers like the quality of the disc grinder tool. They say it's a good product, excellent, and heavy duty. They also say it makes quality work, has a great castiron base, and is a fine entry level machine.

"Used this to mill carbonate shells - excellent precision and steady. Tick marks on the scales are every 50 microns, with little play." Read more

"...I hope it continues to run for years because it's still a great little device and fun to use." Read more

"...This "micro mill" is sturdy enough to make this possible. Recommended." Read more

"Weak little mill, though very cheap little mill, so very worth the price little mill." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the disc grinder tool. They say it's a fine entry level machine and designed for light work.

"...It's pretty great value if you are into prototyping small parts quickly at a home workshop...." Read more

"...mill work, and this seemed the perfect tool for the job at a reasonable price...." Read more

"This is a fine entry level machine, a good value, designed for light work. It met those expectations and has fulfilled my needs mostly...." Read more

"For the price point and size it's good...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the disc grinder tool. They mention that it works beautifully, the X/Y table works great, and the stock clamps work great at holding the parts.

"...Super easy to use and the stock clamps work great at holding the parts...." Read more

"...Worked very well for this purpose...." Read more

"...The X/Y table works great and is easy to control. But the Z-axis crank is hard to crank...." Read more

"Machine works great. Only wish it had more vertical axis range for larger objects." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the disc grinder tool. They mention that it is well built, accurate, and has excellent precision.

"Used this to mill carbonate shells - excellent precision and steady. Tick marks on the scales are every 50 microns, with little play." Read more

"...Really does extremely accurate parts up to 0.10mm accuracy and is not that loud (Even when running at 20,000rpm)...." Read more

"...Safer and more accurate than freehanding it with a rotary tool...." Read more

"Fairly precise but wouldn’t even mill brass at a depth of .005 without chattering and acting like it was going to explode, even with brand new high..." Read more

14 customers mention4 positive10 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the disc grinder tool. They mention that it's too small to mount the lower and that there is almost no room on it.

"...There is almost NO room on this thing. I know the $400 price tag seems enticing but PLEASE save your money. I regret buying this thing so much...." Read more

"...The only complaint people gave against it was its small size and therefore limited range of use...." Read more

"...Small enough that it doesn't need a permanent bench spot and can be stored on a shelf when not in use." Read more

"It’s good product but just too too small not even fit a receiver" Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the vibration of the disc grinder tool. They mention that it vibrates like crazy out of the box, has the same vibration at various speeds, and has an unsettling rattle at various speed throughout the range. The gibs helps, but the motion then becomes grabby.

"...Tightening the gibs helps, however the motion then becomes "grabby."..." Read more

"...return, the new one arrived, but this one was even worse--same vibration at various speeds, but the speed control knob also stopped working after..." Read more

"Vibrated like crazy out of the box. Returning for another since online reviews indicated it can run really smooth...." Read more

Great for Cutting RC Carbon Fiber
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Great for Cutting RC Carbon Fiber
Excelent mini mill for cutting RC carbon fiber that is 2.5mm thick. Really does extremely accurate parts up to 0.10mm accuracy and is not that loud (Even when running at 20,000rpm). Super easy to use and the stock clamps work great at holding the parts. You will likely need a HEPA vaccum and a mini cnc spoil board to not damage the xy-stage. It's pretty great value if you are into prototyping small parts quickly at a home workshop. Just make sure to get RC specific metric mill bits with shanks of aprox 3mm and carbon fiber cutting bits from 1.5mm to 3.0mm for best results.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2023
Used this to mill carbonate shells - excellent precision and steady. Tick marks on the scales are every 50 microns, with little play.
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024
Missing a 3/32 collet for this order,please replace thank you.
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
Excelent mini mill for cutting RC carbon fiber that is 2.5mm thick. Really does extremely accurate parts up to 0.10mm accuracy and is not that loud (Even when running at 20,000rpm). Super easy to use and the stock clamps work great at holding the parts. You will likely need a HEPA vaccum and a mini cnc spoil board to not damage the xy-stage. It's pretty great value if you are into prototyping small parts quickly at a home workshop. Just make sure to get RC specific metric mill bits with shanks of aprox 3mm and carbon fiber cutting bits from 1.5mm to 3.0mm for best results.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Cutting RC Carbon Fiber
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
Excelent mini mill for cutting RC carbon fiber that is 2.5mm thick. Really does extremely accurate parts up to 0.10mm accuracy and is not that loud (Even when running at 20,000rpm). Super easy to use and the stock clamps work great at holding the parts. You will likely need a HEPA vaccum and a mini cnc spoil board to not damage the xy-stage. It's pretty great value if you are into prototyping small parts quickly at a home workshop. Just make sure to get RC specific metric mill bits with shanks of aprox 3mm and carbon fiber cutting bits from 1.5mm to 3.0mm for best results.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2021
From Cutting the box open, to milling my first cut All inside One Hour.

that would have been CUT in Half, if MORE INSTRUCTIONS were provided in the "Instruction Manual" !!!

What would I change in Instructions? Only add that to Assemble the XY Table to the base, Crank the Y AXIS All the way IN (TO the Column) or OUT (AWAY from the Column) to insert the 4 cap head screws !!!

Yes, that ~is~ a minor thing, but I had not drank my morning Coffee !!!

My First Milling was upon a piece of Ba!tic Birch Plywood, which will be a "sacrificial surface" for other milling jobs. It was installed over the center t-slot only, as it was just scrap plywood. I have a dust prevention plywood custom fitting to the left & right of my Proxxon Precision Vise which arrived three days before the mill :-)

I am pairing the Mill with a Proxxon 150 Lathe, arriving "soon".

All told I now own 6 Proxxon tools, including their engraving equipment.

Great Tools, Great Designs, just needs a ~bit more~ Instructions in my opinion.⁷
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Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2012
If you buy one of these looking for an advanced Dremel you will be very happy. If you're looking for a mini Bridgeport, you may be a bit disappointed.

The Proxxon MF-70 combines the utility of a Dremel with the precision of a mill. With it you'll be able to perform many operations that would be difficult or impossible holding the Dremel in your hand. Before I decided on the MF-70, I considered cobbling together a mill from a Dremel 220-01 stand and a HF X-Y vise but the Dremel stand is crap and HF X-Y vises seemed expensive and crude. I also considered getting a Vanda-Lay ACRA rig, but when you add in the cost of the adjustable X and Z axes it approaches the cost of the MF-70, and you have to add your own Dremel. In my case the MF-70 was not the cheapest option but so far it's been fun to have in the shop, and it has a lot of support if you want to go CNC. BTW I recommend picking up the 24260 precision vise, it complements the mill nicely.

On the downside, the most disappointing aspect of the MF70 is that when cranking the X axis, the table deflects +/- 0.010". That's 20 thousandths total error. Using a twisting grip on the wheel rather than cranking the handle helps reduce this to a few thousandths. Tightening the gibs helps, however the motion then becomes "grabby." The Z axis scale ring hangs up sometimes which throws it off zero and causes errors. I also wish the head rotated since it would be useful to position the spindle horizontally at times.

Another review mentions the Z axis has a lot of play or backlash. Most likely the problem is that the Z axis stop nut was set too loosely at the factory. Here's the fix: You'll need a 2.5mm allen wrench and a deep 10mm socket. Remove the four allen bolts on the top cover of the Z pillar, unscrew the Z leadscrew from the spindle nut, and remove the top assembly from the mill. Slip the 10mm socket over the leadscrew and tighten the nylock stop nut under the cover (it's left hand threaded so tighten to the left). Lightly snug the nut then back it off a bit so there's minimal axial play and the handwheel turns freely. Reassemble and test. The Z axis will be much tighter.

UPDATE: After less than a month, and used only on weekends, the motor died. It was running fine when it went "POP", the GFCI it was plugged into tripped, and that was that. It's currently at the Proxxon repair center in NC. This is very disappointing considering I've had a Dremel for years and it's taken a beating and still runs strong. Apparently the handheld Proxxon unit also suffers from these types of failures. This review has dropped a star and will be updated after my repair experience.

UPDATE 2: Prox-tech repaired the unit and it's running again. The motor and controller board were replaced. This motor is noisier than the original, similar to what other reviewers have noted, but it is tight with no excessive play as far as I can tell. Turnaround time for the repair was ~2 weeks not including shipping. Since I'm wary the motor is going to die again I've been running it at lower speeds, well off max, and it seems to be running cooler. I hope it continues to run for years because it's still a great little device and fun to use.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023
haven't tried it yet but it seems to be new.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2021
This is the second time I have used this thing and the poor motor just burnt up. I was making light passes on some soft aluminum and it was going fine and then i saw tiny bit of smoke come out of the top around the motor (which was extremely hot). Im very disappointed with this mill not only because it just died but ever since I got it I have been so disappointed about every aspect of it. If you think it will be good enough for you and you make "small stuff" well thats what I thought. There is almost NO room on this thing. I know the $400 price tag seems enticing but PLEASE save your money. I regret buying this thing so much. I hate to burst anyones bubble but this thing is not what it seems. Im sure Proxxon would fix it for me but that's beside the point.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2021
This is the second time I have used this thing and the poor motor just burnt up. I was making light passes on some soft aluminum and it was going fine and then i saw tiny bit of smoke come out of the top around the motor (which was extremely hot). Im very disappointed with this mill not only because it just died but ever since I got it I have been so disappointed about every aspect of it. If you think it will be good enough for you and you make "small stuff" well thats what I thought. There is almost NO room on this thing. I know the $400 price tag seems enticing but PLEASE save your money. I regret buying this thing so much. I hate to burst anyones bubble but this thing is not what it seems. Im sure Proxxon would fix it for me but that's beside the point.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
Got this to mill out some N Scale aluminum locomotives bodies thereby allowing them to be upgraded with sound decoders and tiny speakers. Worked very well for this purpose. I have sent off for the kit to add Nema 17 motors given me a small CNC capability (many other things go into setting this up). This "micro mill" is sturdy enough to make this possible. Recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Une machine bien pensé.
Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2021
On peut facilement faire de la sculture sur bois avec cette machine. Le bois est le matériel idéal pour apprendre à bien manipuler la machine. Une fois que l'on sait, on peut passer à l'aluminium, le cuivre et à la fin, le fer. C'est une machine bien imaginé pour le petit bricolage. Elle complète bien l'atelier de menuiserie de papa.
Ignacio martinez
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente maquina.
Reviewed in Mexico on December 18, 2019
Excelente maquina, aun cuando vibra un poco, el maneral de velocidades, no se siente muy firme, el desempeño es excelente, lo compre para trabajos de modelismo y caseros, me funciona perfectamente bien, los materiales de muy buena calidad, de metal y suave para manejarlo. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.
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Brad Martin
4.0 out of 5 stars excellent product
Reviewed in Canada on October 13, 2022
worked well but burnt out fast
Juan Manuel Saavedra
5.0 out of 5 stars Error de traducción
Reviewed in Mexico on March 25, 2020
Estuve a punto de regresar el artículo por un error de traducción, ya que en el manual en inglés dice 115 voltios y en español dice 230 voltios (error de traducción del proveedor)
115 voltios es lo correcto
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ringdad18
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little mill
Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2022
Super handy for making small parts, really like it for my hobby work!!