[dmyers1429]

I am in the process of researching CNC Wood Routers and am having trouble figuring out which would be best.

I need a machine that I can you my Aspire software with and can handle pieces up to 48" in diameter. I don't really have space for anything much larger unless I want to remove a whole lot of other tools from my shop, which I don't.

The main thing I want to do with this is make signs and small wood projects like decorative boxes. The ability up add upgrades later, like a 4th axis or laser engraver attachment, would be great!

The most I want to spend is around $4,000.




Thanks,

David

[ger21]

The only thing that $4000 will buy you is a DIY machine or a kit from CNC Router Parts.

CRP4848 4' x 4' CNC Router Kit | CNCRouterParts

PRO4848 4' x 4' CNC Router Kit | CNCRouterParts

[dmyers1429]

I see alot of machines on the market for less than $4,000.


Thanks,

David

[ger21]

4'x4'?
Post some links.

[dmyers1429]

Sorry, I was still looking at smaller ones when I was thinking of the $4,000 price tag. Although I did find one.

I can probably get away with something smaller since I will be doing signs most of the time. What size would you recommend?

zenbot 4848 cnc router




Thanks,

David

[ger21]

I wouldn't be surprised if you saw up to 1/8" of movement if you pushed on the side of that Zenbot gantry. That machine is mostly made of plastic, and is a very lightweight machine. Disregard all manufacturers claims of "professional" or "industrial" on any machine costing less than $7000 or so.

As for size, buy the biggest machine that you can afford and/or fit. almost everyone at some point wishes they had a larger machine.