[siemen] has entered the wonderful world of Hobby CNC with his low-buck build of this gantry-style router. It embodies everything we here at HaD love: resourcefulness, perseverance and results.

From crisp engravings to flawless edges, the right CNC router bit can make or break your woodworking project. Understanding bit types, materials, and upkeep ensures cleaner cuts and longer tool life.

3D printers and laser cutters have revolutionized the CNC world. The proliferation of affordable consumer machines has coincided with software improvements that have made CAD-to-CAM workflows ...

Yesterday I wrote a bit about my tiny cheap cnc router, and what I am planing to do to make it better. Here is a bit more about the other cnc routers that use the same or similar components. Mine is ...

The digital fabrication industry continues to grow, and there's no better time to be a maker. Much has been written about 3D printing, but many DIYers have found more practical uses for CNC routers ...

Makers and woodworkers searching for an affordable CNC router might be interested in the LongMill Benchtop which is launched via Kickstarter this week and is now available in three different sizes ...

There are a lot of different kinds of power tools out there for woodworkers who want to amplify their skills (either professionally or as a hobby). Unfortunately, choosing the right one (especially ...

A Canadian maker of signs, displays and custom pieces is making what was a hobby into a business. Jose Tamayo starts by doing whatever the customer requested. “I do a bit of everything, on one end a ...

A vise, a hacksaw and file, some wrenches – the fanciest tools [HomoFaciens] uses while building his DIY hardware store CNC machine (YouTube link) are a drill press and some taps. And the bill of ...