CNC Machines

Bantam Desktop CNC Mill – Fresh Thoughts (Hands-Off)

Here are some more (hands-off) thoughts about the new Bantam Tools desktop CNC milling machine. Read More

Here’s a primer on CNC router basics. Read More

After a few snags and much delay (on my part), here’s the first part I cut out with my CNC router. Read More

Here’s a look at Carbide 3D’s Black Friday 2019 benchtop CNC machine deals. Read More

I am once again thinking about buying a small benchtop CNC machine. Read More

The Shaper Origin is a new kind of handheld CNC router. Read More

Micro-Mark has come out with a smaller laser cutter for hobbyists, at the $2K price point. Read More

Here are some of the coolest things you would have seen at the MSP mini Maker Faire this weekend. Read More

Hyrel 3D’s new 3D printer extruder head is capable of printing objects with clay, silicone RTV, Sugru, and other soft materials. Read More

Shopbot’s new portable CNC machine, the Handibot, is designed to be brought to the work. Read More

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