Graphtec FC9000 Tool/Blade Holder Issues

[QwazST]

Any users out there having issues with the threading on the screw or holder that carries the blade stripping out? What have others done to remedy the problem? I have seen a 3D printed piece to help with the tool holding in placer better. The holder is soft cast metal, and we have re-tapped to use a larger screw to hold in place. But just looking for options to not replacing the holder.
Roger

 

[Contrariness]

You can use metal blade holders. I found some compatible ones on an Asian online retailer.

 

[ReproElectroProspero]

You can use metal blade holders. I found some compatible ones on an Asian online retailer.
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I would love to per-emptively order a couple of these if you remember where you got them

 

[namelessentity]

I would love to per-emptively order a couple of these if you remember where you got them

I'm guessing it's these from AliExpress.

 

[Contrariness]

Yes AE. There are models with the spring integrated into the blade holder. I find that more practical.

 

[QwazST]

You can use metal blade holders. I found some compatible ones on an Asian online retailer.
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How’s does that help with the threading stripping?

 

[Contrariness]

I don't have this problem, but I don't use your quick-change system. It's strange that this is happening to you. The tightening doesn't need to be excessive. Does the screw manage to loosen during operation?

 

[Stickman42]

How about a HeliCoil? They're most often made of stainless steel, which should be more durable than the cast metal.

 

[QwazST]

I don't have this problem, but I don't use your quick-change system. It's strange that this is happening to you. The tightening doesn't need to be excessive. Does the screw manage to loosen during operation?

A few customers have had issues with the screws stripping, and another customer with the metal holder being stripped out, the part to replace is over $1000. so was just seeing what others have been experiencing.