I don’t have an XCarve (yet) but had a larger CNC with the Hitachi M12VC on it, and really liked it. The speed controller is actually semi-smart and tries to hold a particular RPM, not just a torque setting like some, so it handles lower speeds well too. I’ve heard of some people having issues with the bearings wearing out, but I never experienced that myself. I also use the PreciseBits collets and love them - highly recommended, and their 3D carving bits are great too.
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I plan on using a cut down 6"long shafted er 16 collet adapter and either a Elaier or Precisebits 8mm collet with a 5"to 6" linear Z axis
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