Excellent results can come from a small CNC router, but don’t forget the software! CNC tools, whatever their flavor, can greatly enhance your “making” or DIY ability. My current t… ...

CNC stands for computer numerical control and a CNC router only functions when it's hooked up to a computer loaded with software to direct the tool path of the machine.

This router kit, made by Zen Toolworks, comes fairly complete frame-wise, but requires a lot of knowledge on the electrical side to get things running correctly.