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A CNC router machine is a computer-controlled cutting device used to shape, cut, or engrave materials like wood, composites, aluminum, steel, plastics, or foam. CNC stands for Computer Numerical Control, meaning the machine operates via programmed instructions from a computer, allowing precise and automated control of tools and movements.
The machine typically consists of a spindle (holding the cutting tool), a worktable, motors for movement along X, Y, and Z axes, and a controller that interprets the design software (often CAD/CAM programs). Designs are created digitally, converted into G-code, and sent to the router, which then cuts or carves the material with high accuracy.
CNC routers are widely used in woodworking, metalworking, sign-making, furniture production, and prototyping due to their precision, repeatability, and ability to handle complex designs. They come in various sizes, from small desktop models for hobbyists to large industrial ones for mass production.