Products - CNC Wood Router Machine

A CNC woodworking machine uses computer signals as instructions to control the movement, timing, logic and other functions through the computer, so as to drive the spindle and bits to complete woodworking automation.

Unlike handheld, palm, plunge, plunge base, and fixed base routers, the functional software of a CNC wood router is CAD/CAM. CAD software allows users to create the designs they wish to work on a woodworking CNC machine. After completing this design, the CAM software will convert the design into a tool path code that the wood CNC machine can understand. Then, the computer converts this code into a signal that controls the movement of the drive system of the machine. The drive system includes a spindle, which is the part that saves the actual machine position. The spindle rotates 8,000 to 50,000 times per minute to cut the material. In short, the user creates a design and uses the software to make instructions for the machine.

3-axis table kit cuts along 3 axes at the same time: X-axis, Y-axis and Z-axis. X axis makes the router bit move from front to back, Y axis makes it move from left to right, and Z axis makes it move up and down. They are used to cut 2D flat woodworking projects.

Compared with 3-axis, 5-axis machine tools can cut along 2 additional axes. These automatic computer-controlled machine tools can cut 5 sides of a piece of material at the same time, thereby expanding the capabilities and flexibility of operators. Unlike their 3-axis counterparts, these computer-controlled 5-axis machine tools are usually used to cut large 3D woodworking projects. In addition, 5-axis table kits have a higher gantry and a longer X-axis, which allows them to cut larger woodworking projects. However, if the gantry is higher and the X-axis is longer, the accuracy and stability will be worse. For proper quality control, the h8 of the gantry and the length of the X-axis should be limited as much as possible. Although computer-controlled woodworking routers look like simple power tools, they are highly complex technologies and require a certain amount of expertise to operate. 5-axis CNC wood milling machines tend to be more expensive than traditional 3-axis CNC wood routers, but ultimately provide high quality, greater flexibility, allowing users to use their designs more creatively.

To categorize the types of an automatic wood CNC machine, 3 possible categories can be made:

Types based on table sizes (work area): 2×3 table tops, 2×4 table tops, 4×4 table tops, 4×6 table tops, 4×8 table tops, 5×10 table tops, 6×12 table tops.

Types based on applications: Home types, Desktop types, 3D types, Hobby types, Commercial types, Industrial types.

Types based on axis: 5-axis, 4-axis, 4th-axis (rotary axis), and 3-axis CNC wood routers.

Table sizes, features, durability, performance, quality, precision, speed, brand, manufacturer, customer service and support are some of the crucial factors that will play a good role in determining the overall price of an automatic CNC machine for woodworking.

The average cost of owning a CNC woodworking router machine in 2025 is approximately $3,600 from budget-friendly home classes to costly commercial types. Most entry-level CNC wood routers with small sizes range in price from $2,580 to $5,280 for beginners in woodworking, while some large-format models will full-size working tables can be as expensive as $7,200 for experienced craftsmen and carpenters. The professional wood CNC routers come with a price tag from $3,680 to $16,000 for enthusiasts, depending on the machine’s features and capabilities. The enterprise and industrial woodworking CNC machines can cost anywhere from $18,000 to $120,000 for commercial use, which are pricey to own and operate. In addition, the high-end smart CNC woodworking machines combine multiple kits in one (including cutter, miller, driller, slotter, sander, laminator), with relatively high prices ranging from $12,000 to $160,000, and are popular in custom furniture manufacturing, such as personalized door and cabinet making.

If you have an idea to buy a wood CNC machine overseas, the fee of customs clearance, tax, and shipping costs should be included in the final price.

Whether you are a small business owner or an industrial manufacturer, don’t just focus on price, matching your woodworking plans is what you should consider.

1. Precision Mechanics
   • Rigid Frame: Typically aluminum or steel, ensuring stability and reducing vibrations for accurate cuts.
   • Spindle: Ranges from hobbyist-grade (300W–2.2kW) to professional VFD spindles, with variable RPM (8,000–24,000) for diverse materials.
   • Stepper/Servo Motors: Stepper motors common in kits for affordability; servos offer higher precision for industrial use.
2. Work Area Flexibility
   • Sizes vary (e.g., 12″x12″ for hobbyists to 4’x8′ for professionals), accommodating projects from small engravings to large furniture.
3. Software Compatibility
   • Works with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Fusion 360, VCarve) and controllers like Mach3 or GRBL. Imports G-code for seamless design execution.
4. User-Friendly Design
   • Dust Collection System: Keeps workspace clean and enhances visibility.
   • Safety Features: Emergency stop, spindle guards, and limit switches.
   • Control Options: USB/Ethernet connectivity, handheld pendants, or computer interfaces.
5. Expandability
   • Upgradable spindles, motors, or software. Some models include automatic tool changers for multi-operation projects.