Reliable spindle for fiberglass CNC hobbyist setup help

[chamferchamp163]

I'm in the process of setting up a CNC machine at home, specifically for some fiberglass projects I've been dreaming about. I'm on the hunt for a solid spindle because, let's be honest, there are tons of budget-friendly options out there, but I really want to hear what's actually stood the test of time for you all. If you've got any recos or experiences to share, I'd really appreciate it

 

[jerryhilfiger]

Used 2.2kW water cooled spindles and they've been quiet, durable, and good for me, they handle fiberglass well, couple years now without issues, I made sure to pair it with a decent VFD.

 

[Jon S]

I'm in the process of setting up a CNC machine at home, specifically for some fiberglass projects I've been dreaming about. I'm on the hunt for a solid spindle because, let's be honest, there are tons of budget-friendly options out there, but I really want to hear what's actually stood the test of time for you all. If you've got any recos or experiences to share, I'd really appreciate it

As already stated by Jerry Hilfiger the 2.2kw water cooled is ideal, most of them originate from the same factories in China.
It is important to look after them, especially if not being used all the time, lots of useful info on this video on that subject:

 

[Kahran_Ramsus]

In my setup, I’d match spindle power to the biggest cutter you intend to use, then oversize a little. For fiberglass, I’d pick water cooling (to control heat) and good dust sealing. Also, choose a spindle with low runout and replaceable bearings. That gives you more room to push hard without frying it.