CNC-Machines
CNC Milling for Industry, Business, Education, and Hobbies
Discover STEPCRAFT’s CNC milling machines and find the one that suits your workpieces, materials, and requirements. Whether you’re looking for a compact CNC milling machine for model building and hobbies, a versatile gantry milling machine for the workshop, or a high-performance CNC system for commercial and production use: In our store, you can directly compare the various series and sizes and configure the machine to your needs.
All of our CNC machines are multifunctional and can be expanded with a wide range of CNC tools. This means that with STEPCRAFT CNC machines, you can mill, laser, engrave, cut, plot, and much more. We are happy to help you! You can reach us via +49 (0)2373 / 179 11 60 or [email protected].
CNC Milling for Industry, Business, Education, and Hobbies
Choosing the right CNC milling machine depends primarily on the required work surface, the materials to be machined, the desired performance, and the intended use. STEPCRAFT offers three machine series designed for these purposes, each with a different focus.
D-Series
The compact CNC milling machine for hobbyists and model makers
- For hobby, model building and school
- Construction Kit, Construction Kit Bundle oder Ready-to-run system
- 3 machine sizes
- Track roller guides with ready-to-use track rollers (no need for alignment)
- All-Steel Motion System™
- Round threaded lead screws
- Perfect for beginners
- 5 years warranty
M-Series
The Versatile CNC Milling Machine for Workshops and Production
- For semi (professional) use, education, prototyping, small business, hobby
- Construction Kit, Construction Kit Bundle, Ready to run system
- 4 machine sizes
- Ball bearing guides
- igus® dryspin threaded lead screws, opt. HIWIN® ball screws (standard with M.1400 Ultimate)
- 2 machine table levels and Freestyle Milling™
- 3 years warranty
Q-Series
CNC Technology for Business and Manufacturing
- For individual and serial production, prototyping, industrial applications
- Ready-to-run system
- NEMA 34 Closed-Loop stepper motors
- High-precision ball rail guides
- HIWIN® ball screws
- Integrated energy chains with igus® quality lines
- Inhouse manufacturing
- 2 years warranty
D-Series
The compact CNC milling machine for hobbyists and model makers
- For hobby, model building and school
- Construction Kit, Construction Kit Bundle oder Ready-to-run system
- 3 machine sizes
- Track roller guides with ready-to-use track rollers (no need for alignment)
- All-Steel Motion System™
- Round threaded lead screws
- Perfect for beginners
- 5 years warranty
M-Series
The Versatile CNC Milling Machine for Workshops and Production
- For semi (professional) use, education, prototyping, small business, hobby
- Construction Kit, Construction Kit Bundle, Ready to run system
- 4 machine sizes
- Ball bearing guides
- igus® dryspin threaded lead screws, opt. HIWIN® ball screws (standard with M.1400 Ultimate)
- 2 machine table levels and Freestyle Milling™
- 3 years warranty
Q-Series
CNC Technology for Business and Manufacturing
- For individual and serial production, prototyping, industrial applications
- Ready-to-run system
- 3 machine sizes
- All-Steel Motion System™
- HIWIN® ball screws
- igus® quality lines with with suitability for up to 10 million bending cycles
- Produced according to OneTech™ quality philosophy
Frequently Asked Questions About CNC Milling
Which CNC milling machine is best for beginners?
For beginners, machines that fit the available workspace and are suitable for the planned workpieces are particularly well-suited. For hobbies, model building, and smaller projects, the D Series is often a good starting point. For larger workpieces or more demanding applications, the M Series may be the better choice.
Can a CNC milling machine machine wood and aluminum?
With the right machine, milling spindle, appropriate cutters, and optimized machining parameters, both wood and aluminum can be machined. The possible feed rate and speed depend on the specific CNC system and the material.
What size should a CNC milling machine be?
What matters is not the machine's external dimensions, but its usable working area. This should be at least as large as your typical workpieces. Also, be sure to allow space for clamping devices and for any future expansion of your projects.
What else do I need in addition to the CNC milling machine?
Depending on the configuration, you will need, among other things, a milling spindle, appropriate milling cutters, a machine control system or software, and clamping devices. The specific components required are listed on the respective product pages.
What is the difference between a CNC milling machine and a gantry milling machine?
In a portal router, the tool moves over a securely clamped workpiece. This design provides a large usable work surface and is particularly well-suited for sheet materials, wood, plastics, and numerous other materials.