CNC Router 2.0
Our shop-made CNC router gets a new look with expanded capacity and a vertical work-holding feature.
As many times as not, when I hear the term “new and improved” it winds up being an eye-rolling event. But the upgrades that Chris Fitch endowed this version of our CNC router is impressive. Compared to the first iteration that was presented, there are three improvements that make all the difference. First, as you see in the photo above the worksurface is wider (the Y direction), allowing for a full 24"" routing area. Second, since the electronics box is not attached to the bed of the machine — but tethered by a length of sheathed wiring — you can stow it out of the way and have an unlimited X direction to play with. To complete the trifecta, notice the T-tracks embedded in the end of the base — this lets you clamp boards vertically to rout joinery in the ends of workpieces. These improvements combined with the cost savings versus a manufactured machine should have you rolling up your sleeves and heading to the shop.
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- 23 pages of step-by-step instructions
- Over 90 full-color photos and illustrations and exploded views
- Materials and supplies list
- Retail Sources for Hardware and Supplies
- Wiring Diagram
- Premium Plans also include drawings for a mobile cart for the CNC Router
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Metric Plans
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