The 3″ chuck was replaced with a 5 ... The end result is a sweet and capable Lathe we are happy to add to the list of CNC Machines featured on Hackaday.

Compact yet powerful, this machine suits beginners and experienced users and offers pro-level features that make it ideal for small-scale CNC projects.

Looking to add a small CNC machine to your garage or hackerspace’s arsenal of tools? Like any tools — China has you covered for the cheap options — but the question is, is it worth it?