Like any tools — China has you covered for the cheap options — but the ... The 3040 or 3020 CNC router is a popular Chinese machine used by many hobbyists — and for good reason.

Arguably, taking the plunge into the CNC hobby does indeed have ... side that ride along the bed of the machine. The frame material also hits the cheap target, it’s made from blank PCB board.

Some routers have bits that can handle more than 20 hp, compared to 3000 rpm for a milling machine or a few hundred rpm for a drill. The most common use for a traditional router is working on wood and ...