MI-329M Manual Mill / DRO
MI-329MDROBench Milling Machine - Small Shop
MI-329M Bench Milling Machine, 1.5 HP (110/220 Volt)
Precision milling for every shop: Built-in accuracy - ready to cut through projects with precision and power. Solid function and features give you the best operation and ease of use for the price. Great value - combined with optimal milling capacity makes this the best small bench-top milling machine.
OVERVIEW
SMITHY MI-329M MILL
Medium Duty 9” x 32” Gear Drive Mill
Accuracy adding features like square column, hand-scraped, flat dove-tail ways and adjustable gibs improve precision and assure consistent, positive results. Z axis DRO assures accurate depth of cut for precision milling operations. Rotating head, 5” cutting depth and Bridgeport standard cutting and clamping tools add versatility. Smithy’s 2 year warranty and hands on service also adds to the value.
Product Summary:
- 1.5 HP - 110/220 Volt
- Heavy - 762 lbs.
- R-8 Tooling - Industry Standard
- Z Axis Digital Readout
- Accurate - Gib Adjustments
- Gear Driven Spindle
- Square Column/Flat Dove Tail Ways
- Accurate Floating Dials
- Excellent FREE Tool Pack
- See Features and Specs Tabs for More Product Detail
Warranty Coverage:
- 2 Years Parts Warranty
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Smithy MIDAS means:
- Rugged Design
- Quality Built In
- Inspected Twice
- Best Service Support
The best bench top mill value - for over 25 years!
FEATURES
Bench milling machine for small shop features include:
- Gear-drive Spindle - for Power and Torque
- Built-In Z Axis Digital Read Out - Optimum accuracy
- Electric Powerfeed on X axis (Optional)
- 110/220V - You choose voltage for your shop
- Simple operations
- Accurate - Superior Gib Design
- Rigid dovetail ways provide stability and increased accuracy
Smithy Quality is Tops: Smithy designs and builds some of the best machines. We pay attention to details, all through the process. Smithy is well-known for it's after sales service and two year warranty. Each machine is inspected twice - before it leaves the factory and before it leaves our warehouse in Ann Arbor, MI to head your way.
Heavy Duty Cast Base and Column | Over 700 lbs. of cast iron provides positive damping effect - offers greater accuracy. |
Flat Dove Tail Ways | Supports more weight with better weight distribution. |
Hand Scraped Ways | Another plus for greater accuracy. |
Adjustable Gibs | Allows for adjustment to assure maximum accuracy. |
Square Column | Keeps hill head properly indexed to the table, assuring accuracy. |
Gear Driven Spindle | No belts to change. More consistent power conversion and torque. |
Easy Dual Lever Speed Adjustment | Easy to select appropriate speeds. Always works at the correct speed. |
90 Degree Rotating Head | Set and indicate mill head to accurately mill at angles between 0-90 degrees. |
Head Height Adjustment | Simple to move head up and down for faster machine set-up and operations. |
1.5 HP 110/220V Spindle Motor | Big power and torque. Cool running 110 volt power assures longer motor life. |
5” Cutting Depth on Mill Head | Good runout from min to max depth. |
Bridgeport Standard R8 Collet | Industry standard cutting tools and holders are low cost and easy to use. |
DRO on Z Axis | Assures accurate milling depth of cut. |
Accurate Floating Dials | Calibrated in thousands. Screw pitch = 10 threads per inch. |
Long Bed and Work Table | 9” x 32” work table offers lots of room for complex or multiple set-ups. Three T-slots for easy fixture set-up. |
Bridgeport Standard 5/8” T-Slot | Industry standard clamping/holding accessories are low cost and easy to use. |
SPECIFICATIONS
Model | MI-329M | MI-409MZ |
Motor Size | 1.5 HP | 2 HP |
Electrical Requirements | 110 VAC or 220 VAC (Convertible) | 110 VAC or 220 VAC (Convertible) |
Amperage | 9 Amps @ 220 Volt / 18 Amps @ 110 Volts | 9 Amps @ 220 Volt / 18 Amps @ 110 Volts |
Table Size | 31.5" x 9-3" | 40" x 9-3" |
X-Axis Travel | 22" | 25" |
Y-Axis Travel | 7.25" | 7.25" |
Quill Travel | 5" | 5" |
Head Travel | 15" | 15" |
Mill Column Construction | Square with Adjustable Dovetail Ways | Square with Adjustable Dovetail Ways |
X & Y Axis Construction | Adjustable Dovetail Ways | Adjustable Dovetail Ways |
Headstock Lubrication | Oil Bath Reservoir & Site Gauge | Oil Bath Reservoir & Site Gauge |
Spindle Speeds | 95, 175, 310, 450, 850, 1500 | 95, 175, 310, 450, 850, 1500 |
Spindle Taper | R8 | R8 |
Spindle Center To Column | 9.5" | 10" |
Spindle Nose To Table Distance | 2.5" to 18.25" | 2.5" to 16.5" |
Digital Position Readout On Quill | Standard | Standard |
Powerfeed (X-Axis) | Optional | Standard |
Powerfeed Z-Axis (Spindle) | N/A | Standard |
Automatic Tapping Cycle | N/A | Standard |
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model | MI-329M | MI-409MZ |
Power Requirements | 110V/220VAC, Single Phase (Convertible) | 110V/220VAC, Single Phase (Convertible) |
Plug | 6-15P 220 Volt (supplied), 5-15P 110 Volt (not supplied) | 6-15P 220 Volt (supplied), 5-15P 110 Volt (not supplied) |
Outlet (Not Included) |
5-15R for 110 VAC, 6-15R for 220 VAC | 5-15R for 110 VAC, 6-15R for 220 VAC |
Motor Type |
Induction Type A/C | Induction Type A/C |
Motor Power | 1.5 HP | 2 HP |
Motor Amp Draw | 18 Amps @ 110 VAC / 9 Amps @ 220 VAC | 18 Amps @ 110 VAC / 9 Amps @ 220 VAC |
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model | MI-329M | MI-409MZ |
Spindle Speed Control | Mechanical | Mechanical |
Number Of Speeds | 6 | 6 |
Available Speed | 95, 175, 310, 450, 850, 1500 | 95, 175, 310, 450, 850, 1500 |
Longitudinal Travel | 22" | 30" |
Cross Travel | 7.25" | 7.25" |
Quill Travel | 5" | 5" |
Spindle Taper | R8 | R8 |
T-Slot Size | 5/8" | 5/8" |
Draw Rod Size | 7/16" x 20 | 7/16" x 20 |
Drill Chuck / Arbor | Included 1/2" Drill Chuck on an R8 Arbor | Included 5/8" Drill Chuck on an R8 Arbor |
Mill Head Rotation | 90 Degrees Left of Right | 45 Degrees Left of Right |
Mill Head Lubrication | Oil Bath with Reservoir and Site Gauge | Oil Bath with Reservoir and Site Gauge |
Dial Calibrations | .001" | .001" |
Mill Feed | Both Coarse and Fine Feed | Both Coarse and Fine Feed |
Powerfeed X-Axis | Optional | Standard |
Powerfeed Z-Axis (Spindle) | N/A |