MakerMade CNC500 Desktop with Millie 775 Spindle

SKU: MM500S
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Massive Work Area
High precision action
Easy assembly, unmatched stability

The Makermade CNC500 is a desktop, small CNC machine. It is a compact CNC mill with 500 mm of working space, and made to fit on top of desks to accomplish small and medium-sized CNC projects.

  • Precision desktop CNC machine with 3-axis movement 
  • Beginner-friendly CNC that can do intricate milling and carving work
  • With high-speed stepper motors for high speed cuts
  • This model has the Millie 775 Spindle

CNC machines is processed and shipped within 1-2 weeks. Accessories ship within 3 business days. US orders are delivered 2-3 business days from shipment, while orders to Canada is 5-7 business days from shipment.

All MakerMade machines have a 12 month warranty, and lifetime chat support on software.

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Key Features

Space Saving, Compact CNC

Space Saving, Compact CNC

The CNC500 fits on a desk, but has around 500 sq mm of cutting volume (19.5 x 19.5 inches), a plunge depth of 50 mm (2 inches), and a cutting speed of 800 mm per minute. 

Highly Precise CNC Machine

Highly Precise CNC Machine

The CNC500 is highly accurate, with less than 1mm variance, so it is perfect for most CNC jobs. Use it for intricate CNC works! Pictured is the Millie 775 Spindle, which fits the CNC500 machine. 

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Durable, All Metal Components

Durable, All Metal Components

The CNC500 has a durable metal structure, motors, and guide rails for made  for extended hours of CNC cutting without overheating. You an confidently use it for simple and complex projects.

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Product Details

Material Compatibility

Hardwoods, Plywood, MDF, Laminate, Hard Plastics (acrylic, nylon, uPVC, hard PVC), Soft
Plastics (polycarbonate, polyethylene, soft PVC), thin sheet aluminum 

Compact CNC Machine

Computer Numerical Controlled cutting, carving, and milling

Router Compatibility

Fits CNC router and Millie 775 Spindle. Most routers makes fits in the provided 65 mm clamp. For larger routers, MakerMade has larger router clamps.

Cutting Volume

500 mm x 500 mm x 50 mm (19.5 in x 19.5 in x 2 in) 

Stepper Motors

Nema 17 motors in X and Y axis, Nema 23 motor on Z axis

Construction

Aluminum frame, gantry, and steel lead screws. MDF waste board.

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Durable Metal Construction

Entire CNC500 frame is made of aluminum, so it is rigid and fit for the most lengthy CNC projects.

500 x 500 mm work area

Spacious room for most CNC projects, simple and complex

Works with most router makes

The MakerMade CNC500 can use a variety of routers makes, which fits in the 65 mm clamp. For best results, we highly recommend the MakerMade CNC Router or the Millie 775 Spindle. 

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Three Axis CNC Action

The MakerMade CNC500 can perform three-axis CNC works, and can accept a variety of router bits depending on the router used.

MakerMade CNC500 Desktop with Millie 775 Spindle

MakerMade CNC500 — Compact Desktop CNC Machine

The MakerMade CNC500 is a compact desktop CNC machine designed to bring CNC milling, carving, engraving, and cutting capabilities to your workspace. With a 500 × 480 mm (19.7 × 18.9 in) cutting area, it gives you plenty of room for small to medium-sized CNC projects while maintaining a space-saving desktop footprint. You can shape any workpiece that fits in there.

Features

  • 500 × 480 mm cutting area for small to medium-sized projects
  • 3-axis CNC movement for precise milling, carving, engraving, and cutting
  • Beginner-friendly design that's easy to learn and operate
  • Equipped with high-speed stepper motors for fast, smooth, and reliable movement
  • Comes with a 65 mm tool clamp compatible with most standard CNC routers
  • Flexible tool options. Choose the standard router clamp, the Millie 775 Spindle, or a more powerful CNC router depending on your project requirements

The CNC500 gives you the flexibility to start with a simple setup and upgrade your cutting tool as your projects and capabilities grow. Whether you're creating signs, detailed carvings, prototypes, parts, or custom projects, the CNC500 delivers a versatile CNC platform without taking up the space of a full-size machine.

What can it do?

Depending on the spindle and bit attached, the Makermade CNC500 hobby CNC machine can do carving, drilling, engraving, milling, and cutting tasks with precision.

It can work on the following materials:

  • Plywood
  • Hardwoods
  • MDF
  • Laminates
  • Hard plastics including acrylic, nylon, uPVC, and PVC
  • Soft plastics including polycarbonate, polyethylene, and soft PVC
  • Thin aluminum

When properly set up and calibrated, and when used with appropriate spindle bits, the MakerMade CNC500 is precise enough for small projects or to create intricate, complex shapes. 

Durable Design

The MakerMade CNC500 frame and tracks are constructed of durable aluminum, so it is lightweight and does not rust. It is equipped with circuit-board controlled stepper motors that move the x, y, and z axis, and it is powerful enough to perform high-speed cuts with precision. 

The entire desktop cnc router machine does need assembly out of the box. You can contact our customer service for help in assembly and operating the MakerMade CNC500 out of the box.

Easy to use by beginners

The MakerMade CNC500 is easy to use and easy to set up. With its simple interface and controls, you'll be cutting in no time. Compact, simple, and quiet, perfect for any workspace. Makermade CNC500 has SD card storage for storing the NC files and WiFi connectivity.

Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, a certified Maker, or simply looking for a powerful, versatile workshop tool, this compact CNC machine is perfect for you.

More info about the clamps

You can add one of the following compatible clamps***

Need a 65mm router? Check out the MakerMade CNC Router

  • The CNC500 functions best with the Makermade Millie 775 Motor , other 775 motors or spindles do not have a Soft Start feature and may require a separate power output to function properly.
  • The CNC500 has built-in controller software for running G-Code files.

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