M2 4x4 CNC Machine, Mini Frame
MakerMade M2 CNC Machine for 4x4 Sheets: 4x4 CNC Cutting & Engraving
The MakerMade M2 for 4x4 sheets is a versatile CNC machine designed to handle projects around 4 × 4 feet (1.2 × 1.2 m). It is expandable (with the Starter Pack) up to full-size material sheets (entire 4 x 8 plywood sheets and more) while maintaining the flexibility to tackle smaller, detailed projects.
The M2 CNC router features reliable motion components, durable metal construction, and a highly customizable CNC platform for makers, builders, designers, and professionals.
Key features
- It can cut up to 4 × 4 ft. sheets
- Accurate milling performance with precision of less than 1 mm across a 32 sq. ft. work area
- Less than 1 mm variance across 32 sq. ft. after proper setup and calibration
- Industrial X, Y, and Z worm-gear motors for powerful, precise movement
- All-metal Z-axis assembly for durability and rigidity
- 3.8 in maximum Z-axis travel for deeper cutting applications
- 65 mm standard router clamp compatible with a wide range of routers
- Up to 40 in/min cutting speed, depending on the router, bit, material, and application
- Highly customizable to accommodate different routers, bits, and accessories
- MakerHub control software for automated CNC operation
What’s Included?
- The M2 CNC machine
- Chains
- 65 mm clamp
What can it do?
Depending on the router and bit used, the MakerMade M2 hobby CNC router can be used for cutting, trimming, and shaping tasks. If you purchase the MakerMade 7w JTech and Lightburn software, you can do laser engraving. This model can work on material sheets up to 4x4 feet in size.
It can work on the following materials like plywood, hardwoods, MDF, laminates, hard plastics including acrylic, nylon, uPVC, and PVC, soft plastics including polycarbonate, polyethylene, and soft PVC, and thin-sheet aluminum.
After correct setup and calibration, the MakerMade M2 has less than 1 mm variance across 32 sq. ft., making it accurate for most cutting and shaping projects.
Durable design
The MakerMade M2 CNC wood router has three industrial motors driving the x,y, and z axes movement of the router, with a max plunge depth of 3.8 inches. The chains and sled are all made of durable metal.
The main parts are the wood frame which holds the entire CNC assembly and the sheet workpiece in a standing position, the X/Y industrial motors and metal chains, which moves the sled, and the sled, which holds the router and the z-axis mount.
The entire kit requires assembly out of the box, and you only need simple hand tools to do so. You can contact our customer service for help in assembly and operating the MakerMade M2 out of the box.
The Precise CNC Wood Router Machine
It cuts and shapes precisely with pinpoint accuracy, making the MakerMade M2 ideal for small and big CNC projects. The standard frame can cut up to 4 x 8 foot standard-size plywood sheets, and a maximum depth of 3.8 inches.
The sled and the z-axis assembly are all made of metal for durability and reliability. There is a dust collection tube where you can connect a vacuum.
Although it accepts most router brands, the MakerMade M2 works best with MakerMade CNC Router and the Millie 775 Spindle. It can accept most router bit sizes your router can accommodate. Depending on the router bit used, you can use it to cut, mill, shape, or trim material. The maximum cutting speed is up to 40 inches/min (17 mm/sec).
The x/y, and z motors are powerful industrial worm gear motors, providing lots of torque precise control on the chains and depth of the router. These motors are controlled by an IDE Arduino.
Control with Makerhub
The Makermade M2 uses the free and open-source Makerhub for automated control. The software is easy to use and can be installed on Windows, Linux, and Mac, and it connects to the CNC machine with a micro-USB connection.