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PRSalpha ShopBot CNC

ShopBot PRSalpha CNCs are our heavily used and proven professional CNC routers. With rapid transit speeds of 1,500 inches perminute and cutting speeds of up to 600 inches per minute, PRSalpha CNC tools provide full production performance withShopBot's orientation to ease of use, configurability and affordability. Where production speed is important, a PRSalpha is the tool.These ShopBot CNCs utilize the advanced technology of Vexta alphaStep motors, hybrids with the quick motion and speedadvantages of stepper motors and the feedback advantages of servos - providing high-performance CNC cutting, drilling, carvingand machining.

ShopBot PRSalpha Features ● Fast, closed-loop Vexta alphaStep motors - fitted with low-backlash, tapered-hob gearheads on all three axes (two on the X axis) that monitor the motor shaft to detect and correct any loss of synchronicity between signal and motion ● Precision bearings and hardened steel rails on each axis ● Rack-and-pinion power transmission on each axis ● Cutting speeds of up to 600 inches per minute (depending on cutting bit and material) and rapid transit speeds of 1,500 inches per minute ● Step resolution of .0004" ● Positional accuracy of +/- .002" ● Sealed Industrial Control Box ● Emergency Stop disconnect switch in Control Box with with integrated cabled, remote Emergency Stop Buttons ● Included Z-zero Plate & XY Proximity Switches ● Dust Skirt ready to connect to your dust collector ● ShopBot Control System software to run your CNC ● ShopBot PartWorks Suite for easy part design and toolpathing ● Shipped as four easy-to-assemble modules ● ShopBot's Free Tech Support and User Forum ● ShopBot Two-year warranty

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ShopBot PRSalpha Buddy32 with PowerStickBuddy, ShopBot's newest CNC, is asmall-footprint, big-capability tool.Buddy's mobility makes it ready to

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ShopBot PRSalpha Dimensions and Prices (popular sizes)(Cutting Area and Footprint measurements are indicated in model on left)

Model

Nominal Cutting Area*(green outline at left)

Total Movement Area*(red outline at left)

Footprint(black arrows at left)

Price

PRSalpha 48-48

48" x 48" x 6"1.22m x 1.22m x .20m

54" x 50" x 8"1.37m x 1.27m x .20m

72" x 79" x 68"1.83m x 1.94m x 1.73m

$15,195

PRSalpha 96-60

96"x 60"x 6"2.44m x 1.52m x .20m

102" x 62" x 8"2.59m x 1.57m x .20m

120" x 91" x 68"3.05m x 2.31m x 1.73m

$18,195

PRSalpha120-60

120" x 60" x 6"3.05m x 1.52m x .20m

126" x 62" x 8"3.20m x 1.57m x .20m

144" x 91" x 68"3.66m x 2.31m x 1.73m

$20,695

PRSalpha144-60

144" x 60" x 6"3.66m x 1.52m x .20m

150" x 62" x 8"3.81m x 1.57m x .20m

168" x 91" x 68"4.27m x 2.31m x 1.73m

$23,895

*Nominal Cutting area and Total Movement Area refer to the areas that can be covered using a single z-axis. **The designation of system indicates that the machines are sold as total CNC automation solutions, including tool and table.

ShopBot PRSalpha CNC Systems with AccessoriesWe've put together some suggested basic systems of CNC Tool and Table, as well as accessories useful in getting you quickly intoproduction with CNC. [See suggested systems]

Custom Sizes and Special ApplicationsIn addition to our standard size tools, we can build your PRSalpha ShopBot to any dimension up to 10' by 30' and with plungedepths up to 24 inches. Dual Z options with two Z axes on the main gantry are available. We also have considerableexperience in adapting ShopBots to specialized production needs [see Manufacturing and Construction applications] andcurrently provide modified ShopBots and ShopBot Control systems to other manufacturers for use in specialty products. . Pleasecheck with us on design, pricing and delivery of custom products.

Before Placing Your OrderElectrical -- You will need to know about the electrical service to your shop before ordering because ShopBotControl Boxes and accessories such as routers/spindles and vacuum pumps are configured for specific types ofservice. [Basic electrical hook-ups for PRSalpha ShopBots (note these hookups are not for PRSstandard)see International Support, below, for PRSalpha hook-ups for other countries.] PRSalpha Control Boxes must be wiredto your electrical service by a licensed electrician. Router or Spindle -- Control Boxes are also configured for either router or spindle. So you will need to specify yourchoice at the time you order your ShopBot. Give us a call for help with this decision [and see Router vs Spindle]. Computer Requirements -- You need a PC with an available USB port that is running Windows XP/Vista/7(recommended version: HomePremium/ Business or higher). At minimum: Pentium 800 MHz, 512M RAM, Graphicsdisplay 1024x768 for the shop (this resolution optimally uses screen). For your design computer (if you use aseparate computer), a resolution of 1280 x 1024 or higher will work well. If your shop computer will not benetworked, an additional USB port for transferring files using USB memory stick is very useful. Shipping -- ShopBots are shipped as four modules (Table, X rails, X car, Y-Z car) ready for straightforward set up.Shipments are crated and banded onto a single pallet and ShopBot will arrange shipment by truck to your shop orfacility. International -- We sell and ship ShopBots internationally and manufacture them configured to localrequirements. Please see our International Support page where a number of issues related to international use,sales, shipping, installation, and support are reviewed.

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ShopBot PRSalpha Warranty

ShopBot warrants that the PRSalpha system will perform in substantial compliance with the instructions and documentationsupplied. ShopBot further warrants that all components of the tool, except for those parts subject to normal wear (e.g. piniongears, gear rack, springs), will be free from defects in material or workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law,any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective inmaterial or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or miss-repaired by persons other than Seller.ShopBot reserves the right to use new or ShopBot remanufactured components for warranty replacement. Components repairedunder warranty repairs will be returned to customer at ShopBot’s expense via surface mail. Overnight or Express shipping will be

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at the customer's expense. There are no warranties extending beyond the above warranties. All resold products constitutingaccessories and secondary components (such as, but not limited to, routers, spindles, vacuum pumps, etc) are subject to theirown manufacturer’s warranties. [applies from May 2004]