CNC Machines

The Shapeoko 4 is Carbide 3D's flagship CNC machine, designed for precision cutting of wood, plastic, and non-ferrous metals like aluminum. It combines heavy-duty aluminum extrusions and a reinforced gantry to deliver exceptional rigidity and cutting accuracy for demanding shop environments. Equipped with integrated limit switches, a standardized hybrid table, and a dedicated enclosure-ready layout, the Shapeoko 4 streamlines workflow setup. It offers a reliable, repeatable platform for fabrication projects ranging from intricate woodworking to custom signage and parts prototyping.

✦ Best for makers and small businesses needing rigid, precision wood and metal cutting.

The X-Carve by Inventables is a versatile, user-friendly desktop CNC machine engineered for precision cutting and carving. It enables creators to work with a wide variety of materials including wood, plastics, and soft metals to produce custom furniture, signs, and prototypes. Integrated seamlessly with Easel, Inventables' proprietary browser-based software, the X-Carve streamlines the entire workflow from initial digital design to final physical output. Its modular and robust construction allows for easy assembly, maintenance, and future upgrades as your crafting needs grow.

✦ Best for makers and small businesses wanting a versatile desktop cnc router.

The CNC Piranha XL by Next Wave CNC offers a larger work envelope than the standard Piranha while maintaining a compact footprint suitable for a desktop or small workshop. It provides precision cutting, carving, and engraving capabilities across a variety of materials including wood, plastics, and soft metals. Equipped with a color touch screen pendant and virtual zero touch-off plate technology, the machine allows for intuitive offline control and accurate surface mapping. It is compatible with standard G-code and popular CAD/CAM software packages, making it a versatile tool for precision prototyping and creative woodworking projects.

✦ Best for advanced hobbyists seeking precision cutting with a larger work envelope.

The Othermill Pro is a high-precision, portable CNC mill designed to bring professional-grade manufacturing directly to your desktop. Engineered for reliability and ease of use, it allows engineers, designers, and educators to mill complex parts out of a wide variety of materials including circuit boards, machinable wax, plastics, and soft metals. Built with an enclosed, sturdy steel and aluminum frame, the Othermill Pro operates quietly and cleanly compared to industrial machines. Paired with its dedicated software suite, it streamlines the workflow from digital 3D model or PCB design to finished physical part, making rapid in-house iteration accessible without a dedicated machine shop.

✦ Best for engineers and educators needing precise desktop pcb prototyping and fabrication.