Hi all,
Was hoping for some specific model advice within the Fanuc product universe. I've been looking for something for my garage and these earlier Fanuc Robodrills seem to fit the bill. I have two local to me that both claim to be low hours. The newer model (1992) I've been able to discuss with a fair bit and am going to take a look at on Tuesday. It seems to have a good maintenance history with a knowledgeable owner. He's currently asking $10,000.
On the other hand, there's another listing that I haven't been able to get in direct contact with the owner quite yet, is slightly older (1990), also claims low hours, and doesn't look to be in terrible condition. Asking price there is $4000.
Both have the O-M control.
My main question is whether or not there's something significant besides wear and tear that could justify the huge price difference between the two. It seems like at the asking price of the 1990 model, even if some of the linear ways and ball screws needed replacing, I would still end up ahead price-wise, and in that scenario have known newer linear components. At the same time, having clearer communication with the prior owner of the more expensive one gives me more confidence, but it's hard to say whether or not it's worth paying 2.5x
Any input on the matter would be greatly appreciated.
Was hoping for some specific model advice within the Fanuc product universe. I've been looking for something for my garage and these earlier Fanuc Robodrills seem to fit the bill. I have two local to me that both claim to be low hours. The newer model (1992) I've been able to discuss with a fair bit and am going to take a look at on Tuesday. It seems to have a good maintenance history with a knowledgeable owner. He's currently asking $10,000.
On the other hand, there's another listing that I haven't been able to get in direct contact with the owner quite yet, is slightly older (1990), also claims low hours, and doesn't look to be in terrible condition. Asking price there is $4000.
Both have the O-M control.
My main question is whether or not there's something significant besides wear and tear that could justify the huge price difference between the two. It seems like at the asking price of the 1990 model, even if some of the linear ways and ball screws needed replacing, I would still end up ahead price-wise, and in that scenario have known newer linear components. At the same time, having clearer communication with the prior owner of the more expensive one gives me more confidence, but it's hard to say whether or not it's worth paying 2.5x
Any input on the matter would be greatly appreciated.