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9/6/22

I am looking for feedback on an Anderson Spectrum-M 48 CNC. This would be our first CNC purchase and this machine seems to check the boxes that satisfy our needs. Space is a concern so a smaller footprint is a must, hoping to hear from someone with first-hand experience on this machine. The price point is also more attractive than some of the other machines......

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Brian Franco

9/7/22 #2: Anderson CNC ...

Mike

I just looked at the specs. Its not a machine you can grow into with experience. Its small, spindle is small, the drill bank is small. That being said, it does have Fanuc control and drives, which makes it a higher end entry level machine. If your needs and budget require this type of machine, you could do much worse. I didn't see the vacuum specs. Probably a 10h.p. Becker or similar rotary vane type. Barely adequate for a 4 x 8 table, but not okay for a bigger footprint since the table only has a single zone. Again, the better servos and control are the high point. I've been a Fanuc fan for decades.

9/7/22 #3: Anderson CNC ...

Brian Franco

Thank you Mike, pump specs are 2 Becker 9hp. Apparently one of the better warranty and customer service companies.

9/7/22 #4: Anderson CNC ...

Mike

Two of them should be enough. I had a couple of 10h.p. pumps about 20 years ago. A little noisy with both going, but manageable. If you could manage a partition for deflect noise and heat, it might make running the machine better for the operator. I keep my pumps in a separate room now.

9/11/22 #5: Anderson CNC ...

Rob Young

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Website: http://www.nutekmachinery.com
I have had experience with Anderson for quite a long time and the machines are good but I have to agree with Mike on this one. The spindle is small and the machine is on the slower side but a much better machine than other entry level machines.
Typically the Becker pumps as described are good for about 32 square feet, exactly what the machine is specified as. I'm not sure how much larger the table on the Spectrum is than the 4x8 sheets it is specified to run. Sometimes the tables are larger by several inches on the side and on the ends. If that is the case you will lose vacuum on those several inches not covered by your 4x8 material putting you out of the pump specifications.
Since you are in the searching mode please take time to look at the Phantom line by KRC CNC offered by Nutek Machinery. Becker controls and servos, a much faster machine (both cutting and rapid travel speed), a two year warranty, and heavy built like all of the machinery lines we carry. It would be my pleasure to walk you through the advantages of the Phantom series and a partnership with Nutek Machinery.

https://nutekmachinery.com/phantom-48.html

9/14/22 #6: Anderson CNC ...

Nathan

I upgraded to the Spectrum 5 x 12 earlier this year replacing a used Multicam 5 x 12 that was our first CNC. The Fanuc controls was the biggest reason for purchasing the Anderson. I worked 20 years in automotive manufacturing and pretty much all metal working CNC machines have Fanuc controls. They are expensive, but extremely reliable. I guess the biggest question is how much work you do? The Spectrum is an entry level machine but still can produce a lot of work. We are a 5 man shop that puts out 35-40 kitchens a year along with several large commercial cabinet jobs a year. The machine probably is only used 50% of the time. I did upgrade to the auto unload which if you have the space I highly suggest spending the money and getting. We have the 2 pumps and have had no issues with holding of cabinet parts.

10/16/22 #7: Anderson CNC ...

Derrek

Are you looking at the new spectra? They had one at the show in Atlanta and I was very impressed with this machine as an entry level. I believe it has same spindle as larger Selexx model

My walk around video below

https://youtu.be/pl7dBMjmdVo

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