Question 1

What is the Mini Tool Adapter (P# 10120) used for?

Erick · Accepted Answer

What is the Mini Tool Adapter (P# 10120) used for?

The Mini Tool Adapter is used to reduce the size of our 43mm x 20mm adapter down to an 8mm hole so you can use STEPCRAFT attachments like the Engraving Point, Plotting Pen or 3D Touch Probe, which all have an 8mm shank on them.

Alternatively you can use an 8mm Collet in your spindle (Just be sure to power the spindle OFF) when running these attachments.

The Mini 20mm to 8mm tool adapter fits inside of the 43mm to 20mm adapter. Then you can insert the Engraving Point (or other 8mm attachment) directly to the 43mm tool holder on the STEPCRAFT CNC.

This shows the Mini Tool Adapter nested inside the 43mm to 20mm adapter.

Here is the assembled unit, ready to be installed into the STEPCRAFT CNC tool holder.

Question 2

How long do the brushes on my MM-1000 DI Spindle last?

Bobby Noble · Accepted Answer

On average you will see 125-150 hours of use on your MM-1000 DI spindle before you start to see signs that it is time to change them.

These signs can include:

sign 1
sign 2

You can order a replacement set from our website HERE.