Based on years of production and sales experience, the 4×8 CNC router is the most popular CNC woodworking machine model around the world.

The number 4×8 refers to the effective processing size of the CNC router machine as 4ftx8ft, or about 1300x2500mm. Therefore, we also call the 4×8 CNC router the 1325 CNC router, 4ftx8ft CNC router, 4 x 8 wood CNC machine, etc.

The 4×8 CNC machine actually comes in many different configurations and specifications although we call all machines 4×8. For example, it can run in 3-, 4- or 5-axis linkage way. You can add a tool magazine, automatic loading&unloading device or platform, drill bank, oscillating cutter, and other configurations to it.

How to choose a 4×8 CNC router that meets your demands?

1. Make sure your machining needs based on your specific situation. Nowadays, people like personalized and creative wood product ideas. Accordingly, there will be different processing requirements. Then you need to choose the machine configuration and specifications according to the main products you make. For example, if you process door panels, you can choose an automatic tool change 4×8 CNC machine. Because door panels require many patterns. So the ATC machining center which carries over 10 tools can realize a variety of processes automatically and without stopping the machine. But if you only make cabinets or other simple styles of furniture, the four-spindle 4×8 CNC router can meet your daily needs.

2. Investigate and choose a reliable 4×8 CNC router manufacturer. We always say that you must shop around when you buy something. Especially for such big machinery, you must not blindly pursue low 4×8 CNC router price. In addition, it is necessary to deeply understand the strength of CNC router manufacturers from multiple channels. If possible, we recommend going to the factory of CNC router manufacturers for on-site inspection. You can observe the whole process of production, assembly, inspection, and other procedures of the 4×8 wood CNC router. What’s more, be sure to clarify whether the manufacturer can provide you with training, after-sales services, and technical guidance. Complete and timely after-sales service is very important to the purchasing of any machine.

3. Focus on precision, operating speed, and other parameters. From parts manufacturing, and bed welding, to parts assembly, every step is related to the accuracy and running speed of a 4×8 CNC router. This requires professional processing technology and meticulous measurement. Therefore, pay more attention to the drivers, motors, guide rails, and other accessories related to the accuracy of 4×8 CNC router.

Tips to choose the 4 x 8 CNC router kit

CNC router table

There are basically two types of 4×8 worktables, the common T-slot table, and the 4×8 vacuum table.

The T-slot worktable is made of high-quality aluminum material, which is resistant to high temperature, oxidation, and corrosion. This table is mainly for materials that are not easy to be adsorbed or hollowed out or thicker and thinner materials. Besides, the aluminum T-slot table of a 4×8 CNC router is quite cost-effective. But it requires many fixtures to fix the workpiece on the table to prevent it from shaking during processing.

The 4×8 vacuum table is made of rigid PVC, which is resistant to high temperature and corrosion. It does not need to fix the panel manually. So, it is more efficient than T-slot tables. In addition, the vacuum table can be divided into multiple zones. And the operator can switch from full-size processing to small-size processing. The vacuum zones can be easily closed through the control valve at the side of the 4×8 CNC router.

CNC router spindle

From the cooling method, you can choose air-cooled or water-cooled CNC router spindles. These two types of spindles have their own advantages and disadvantages.

The air-cooled spindle is easy to install, has low maintenance costs, and is less affected by environmental factors. In addition, it has a long life, large torque, high precision, and small rotation vibration. But it has a bit loud noise compared with the water-cooled spindles.

Water-cooled spindles are cheap, and have small noise but good cooling effects. It is suitable for high-temperature processing of hard solid wood, stone, and soft metals. However, water circulation maintenance is a bit expensive. And the service life of water-cooled spindles is shorter than that air-cooled ones. What’s more, the environmental temperature has a big influence on the water.

The choice of spindle power depends on the material and material thickness. Usually, 3 axis 4×8 CNC routers generally choose 3.0-5.5kW manual tool-changing spindles or 9kW ATC spindles.

Manual or automatic tool change?

The common spindle adopts a manual tool changing method. You need to stop the machine, manually change the tool, and then restart the 4×8 CNC router.

However, you can also choose an ATC (automatic tool changing) spindle for your 4×8 CNC machine. It has an independent tool magazine, which can automatically change the required tools in one operation. This helps improve work efficiency and increase productivity by at least 50%.

Drill bank, saw spindle, horizontal spindle

When necessary, you can also add a drill bank, horizontal spindle, or saw spindle to your 4×8 CNC router. They can achieve multiple functions in one operation. We provide a variety of models of originally imported drill banks or aggregate heads. Equipped with different drill bits, it can realize different drilling and grooving needs.

The saw spindles we provide are specially used to make slots for invisible parts. For example, the two-in-one or three-in-one invisible connectors. The furniture using invisible parts is beautiful and easy to disassemble and is very popular in modern home improvement.

Motor and driver

The motor and driver of a 4×8 CNC router fall into stepper or servo types. Generally, our 4×8 CNC machine chooses stepper motors, which are cost-effective and saves electricity. But if you have higher processing requirements and enough budget, you can choose servo motors. Servo motors have all the advantages of stepper motors, and also make up for their shortcomings with higher precision.

It should be noted that the stepper motor can be used with different brands of drivers. But the servo motors can only use the matching drivers of the same brand.

Commonly used motor and driver brands include YASKAWA, Delta, Leadshine, Fuling, etc.

Released by Jinan APEX Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd.