Makita advice, which one?

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Hi guys,

I have finally found a supplier for the Shapeoko 4 XL and I’ll have it shipped over from Belgium in a few days. The only thing I still have to buy is the Makita. I can use some advice on the Makitas. I saw that there are a few different models, any model you can recommend? For example, the MAKITA RT0700CX2J or 3J model?

Thanks in advance for the advice!

Jaap.

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The various models indicate the bundling of accessories for hand-held use.

Since it’s a pain to remove the unit, they don’t matter unless you’re buying a second for hand-held use — buy the least-expensive or most-convenient option.

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So a standard Makita without the bits and pieces should be ok?

Thanks Will!

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yes, I got the bare unit too. The only catch is about the collets: the European version I got came with a 6mm and 8mm collets, and you will most likely need a 1/4" collet and 1/8" (3.175mm) collet. Make sure you plan to find/get those or you will not be able to use some of your endmills (e.g. the one that comes with the Shapeoko, and all other C3D endmills).

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Thanks for the tip! According to the shipping list, I have 2 makita collects coming next to the Carbide 3D bits with number: 201, 202, 101, 102 and 301. I also have the BitZero V2 and the Shapeoko Endmill starter pack. Anything else I need?

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This is more than enough to get you started, I suggest you defer other purchases to a later date, once you’re familiar with the machine and the workflow and you know what you need “next”.

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Did you get the precision collet set?

(or equivalent)

You want those rather than the ER-11 collets we sell.

Another source is Elaire Corp.:

https://elairecorp.com/makitaroutercollets.html

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Thanks, will get those too. I think I have all I need now to get started, thanks for your advice! Many things to learn now. I started last year with a cheap 4030 from SainSmart. A good little router to start with but eventually, you want a better, bigger, stronger one… :wink:

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Obligatory shameless plug: you may find the ebook to be an interesting read while you wait for your machine to arrive. It’s from the SO3 times, but 90% of the content still applies to SO4

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It’s no shameless plug, it’s an excellent resource that ought to be a link in the confirmation email from the C3D store :wink:

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