--- product_id: 222958267 title: "CNC 3018-PRO-MAX 3 Axis Desktop DIY Mini Wood Router Kit PCB PVC Milling Engraver Engraving Carving Machine GRBL Control with offline controller Hand Control (w/Offline Controller)" brand: "cnctopbaos" price: "1659.25 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Cnctopbaos" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/222958267-cnc-3018-pro-max-3-axis-desktop-diy-mini-wood store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Offline controller with SD card 30x18x4.5cm precise working area 120W spindle motor power CNC 3018-PRO-MAX 3 Axis Desktop DIY Mini Wood Router Kit PCB PVC Milling Engraver Engraving Carving Machine GRBL Control with offline controller Hand Control (w/Offline Controller) **Brand:** cnctopbaos **Price:** 1659.25 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate your desktop workshop with pro-grade precision and ultimate freedom! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CNC 3018-PRO-MAX 3 Axis Desktop DIY Mini Wood Router Kit PCB PVC Milling Engraver Engraving Carving Machine GRBL Control with offline controller Hand Control (w/Offline Controller) by cnctopbaos - **How much does it cost?** 1659.25 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/222958267-cnc-3018-pro-max-3-axis-desktop-diy-mini-wood) ## Best For - cnctopbaos enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cnctopbaos brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Powerhouse:** Robust 120W spindle motor delivering up to 10,000 RPM for precision milling and engraving. - • **User-Friendly Control:** Upgraded GRBL 1.1 board with E-stop, probe ports, and power switch ensures smooth, safe operation. - • **DIY Ready & Expandable:** Modular design supports spindle upgrades and engraving modules—grow your creative toolkit effortlessly. - • **Freedom to Create Anywhere:** Offline controller with SD card support lets you operate without a PC—perfect for on-the-go projects. - • **Precision Meets Versatility:** Generous 30x18x4.5cm working area handles wood, plastic, PCB, soft metals, and more with ease. ## Overview The CNCTOPBAOS CNC 3018-PRO-MAX is a compact, 3-axis desktop CNC router featuring a powerful 120W spindle motor capable of 10,000 RPM, a precise 30x18x4.5cm working area, and an innovative offline controller with SD card support for standalone operation. Designed for beginners and hobbyists, it supports a wide range of materials including wood, plastic, PCB, and soft metals, while its upgraded GRBL 1.1 control board offers enhanced safety and expandability. ## Description CNCTOPBAOS CNC 3018-PRO-MAX 3 Axis Desktop DIY Mini Wood Router Kit PCB PVC Milling Engraver Engraving Carving Machine GRBL Control with offline controller Hand Control (w/Offline Controller) - desertcart.com Review: Works great for PCB work - It was quite straightforward to assemble, kind of like legos but more metal. The quality of the CNC is quite good for what it's priced at and it cuts pretty well. I've been able to accurately cut PCBs even with the default setup. Review: Good machine for the price - I bought this machine for the sole purpose of cutting a particular shape out of anodized 1/32 thick aluminum sheets. When the machine arrived, one of the stepper motors was defective and did not have enough torque to move the lead screw. After contacting support, they were able to assist and I was up and running! If you are cutting metals, the v bits that come with the machine are not going to get you very far. After some research, I got some up cut endmills that cut the aluminum, but broke very quickly. After more research into feeds and speeds and adding some oil to the surface of the aluminum, I am getting successful cuts without breaking bits! A few things to help get started with the machine! You are probably going to break a lot of bits starting out, so be prepared to budget for this and maybe start with some cheaper endmills before dropping a lot of money on the high end stuff. You will need a spoil board under your project if you are cutting all the way through. You can 3d print something to work if you have access to a 3d printer, or you can use wood. Of using wood, make sure it is flat, or mill it flat after installing. Go slow. The spindle in this machine is mounted with an injection molded plastic part that has a single screw to tighten the spindle into it. This piece will flex with enough resistance and ruin your project if your feeds and speeds are not right. Be patient. This machine is not an industrial machine at all, but rather an intro into the world of CNC milling. There are going to be ways to upgrade it with a better spindle, an offline controller, etc, but try using the machine as is before dumping extra money into upgrades that may not net the results you need. ## Features - Upgrade Version CNC3018-PRO-MAX with offline controller: Mini CNC machine small size, light weight, USB interface, GRBL control systems, great cnc router machine for beginners; You can operate this machine without connect the computer; Offline controller included a SD card reader to write into the root directory G-code files or NC file; Support manually adjust X, Y, Z axis location as engraving starting point,manually open or close spindle - Working area: 30x18x4.5cm / 11.8 x 7.1 x 1.8 inches;Frame size: 42x35x27cm / 16.53 x 13.78 x 10.63 inches;Type:USB port Desktop cnc router; System requirements: Windows XP / Win 7 / Win 8 / Win 10 / Linux; Supporting files:G-code .nc/.txt/.tape/.gcode - Spindle Motor: 775 120W spindle motor DC12-36V, 24V is 10000r/min; Collet: with ER11 3.175mm collet,also can be equipped with 0-7mm size; Stepper Motor: Nema17 42 stepper motor 1.33A/0.3N.m/43oz-in/42x42x34 mm - Application: Can be engraved plastic, wood, acrylic, pvc, pcb, wood and the like material.soft metal like copper and aluminum and other materials; If you have the engraver module,you also can change the spindle to a 3-pin PWM engraver module,then also can engrave on kraft paper, wood, leather etc - GRBL Software: Our parcel include a 4G USB flash drive,it include the installation instructions,user manual and GRBL software; Upgraded GRBL1.1 Control Board: Added the outer casing,E-stop button port,probe port,X/Y/Z axis limit port and add the power button switch,with the fan,enhanced spindle drive,can support max 20000rpm spindle,and also can support 12V 3-PIN PWM/TTL 0.5W-20W engraver module ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08D3H89N4 | | Amperage | 5.6 Amps | | Base Type | Fixed | | Battery Description | Corded electric | | Best Sellers Rank | #382,459 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #193 in Routers | | Brand | CNCTOPBAOS | | Brand Name | CNCTOPBAOS | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 183 Reviews | | Item Dimensions W x H | 7.09"W x 11.81"H | | Manufacturer | Changzhou Rattm Motor Co.,Ltd | | Manufacturer Part Number | 3018 | | Material | Aluminum | | Material Type | Aluminum | | Maximum Rotational Speed | 10000 RPM | | Model Number | 3018 | | Power Source | ac/dc | | Product Dimensions | 7.09"W x 11.81"H | | UPC | 619191628254 | | Voltage | 24 Volts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** CNCTOPBAOS - **Material:** Aluminum - **Power Source:** ac/dc - **Product Dimensions:** 7.09"W x 11.81"H - **Voltage:** 24 Volts ## Images ![CNC 3018-PRO-MAX 3 Axis Desktop DIY Mini Wood Router Kit PCB PVC Milling Engraver Engraving Carving Machine GRBL Control with offline controller Hand Control (w/Offline Controller) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MVcmPPERL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Your cnc router comes only with the Microsoft drivers, do you have a site to get the linux drivers?** A: As I'm running windows on my system, I never checked for others. I have been told they are available online with a Google search. **Q: where can we purchase the laser module?** A: Amazon has lasers.:) **Q: Spindle connection, does it matter how the red and black wire are connected? Spindle is not labeled.** A: red wire connect to "+" , black wire connect to "-" **Q: how wide of a surface can it engrave acrylic?** A: I use mine for specific CNC milling of parts so I couldn't say. With that said, I have cut to the edge of the bed minus the instep loss from the limiting switches I installed. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great for PCB work *by S***N on March 12, 2026* It was quite straightforward to assemble, kind of like legos but more metal. The quality of the CNC is quite good for what it's priced at and it cuts pretty well. I've been able to accurately cut PCBs even with the default setup. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good machine for the price *by R***D on August 20, 2023* I bought this machine for the sole purpose of cutting a particular shape out of anodized 1/32 thick aluminum sheets. When the machine arrived, one of the stepper motors was defective and did not have enough torque to move the lead screw. After contacting support, they were able to assist and I was up and running! If you are cutting metals, the v bits that come with the machine are not going to get you very far. After some research, I got some up cut endmills that cut the aluminum, but broke very quickly. After more research into feeds and speeds and adding some oil to the surface of the aluminum, I am getting successful cuts without breaking bits! A few things to help get started with the machine! You are probably going to break a lot of bits starting out, so be prepared to budget for this and maybe start with some cheaper endmills before dropping a lot of money on the high end stuff. You will need a spoil board under your project if you are cutting all the way through. You can 3d print something to work if you have access to a 3d printer, or you can use wood. Of using wood, make sure it is flat, or mill it flat after installing. Go slow. The spindle in this machine is mounted with an injection molded plastic part that has a single screw to tighten the spindle into it. This piece will flex with enough resistance and ruin your project if your feeds and speeds are not right. Be patient. This machine is not an industrial machine at all, but rather an intro into the world of CNC milling. There are going to be ways to upgrade it with a better spindle, an offline controller, etc, but try using the machine as is before dumping extra money into upgrades that may not net the results you need. ### ⭐⭐⭐ UPDATED REVIEW : My complete experience buying this 3018 *by L***X on March 29, 2023* I built this CNC excited to get into machining, here is my experience on this 3018 variant: Pros to buying this CNC: Electronics worked first try 20 dollars less than brand name The motor polarity was marked (Does not matter, since a DC motor works regardless of +/- configuration) The 3018 is heavily modifiable, you can see in my photo set I have already installed a MDF mounting system, a bit height gauge and more. The modifications are cheap and easy. Cons to buying this CNC: No installation guide The Z axis was preassembled, but it was assembled wrong: missing the spring to prevent wobble which was not included in my kit. I will be removing this assembly and installing a 500w motor but this is relevant if you plan to stay stock (Picture 4 attached) It comes with one bit set which is cleverly not described since the included bits are mostly useless. The cheap plastic case they were in cracked when I opened it initially (The bits at least did have protective rubber caps on them that I have removed (pictured included bits)). Now maybe my experience was because of a defective unit, so I reached out to the seller. I sent them photos of my unit wobbling and not being plumb because of misshapen aluminum, they asked for a video which I also sent them. After leaving my initial review, the seller has since reached out and made amends to the frame defect I experienced, I appreciate this action on their part, I just wish it was sooner. --------------------- Note: Please excuse my heavy use of grease on all my axis rails and rods, I have this unit in storage while I wait for parts I have ordered, I like to keep things lubricated while they are in storage for extended periods of time. I have also validated measurements on the distance of my axis connection for the X,Y, and Z axis assemblies, all connections are measured in mm's to .1 via calipers and they are evenly installed, this is not a user to interface issue. ## Frequently Bought Together - CNCTOPBAOS CNC 3018-PRO-MAX 3 Axis Desktop DIY Mini Wood Router Kit PCB PVC Milling Engraver Engraving Carving Machine GRBL Control with offline controller Hand Control (w/Offline Controller) - SainSmart CNC Router Z-Axis Tool Setting Touch Probe, Compatible with Grbl/Mach 3 - Genmitsu 40pcs End Mills CNC Router Bits, 1/8" Shank CNC Cutter Milling Carving Bit Set Including 2-Flute Flat Nose & Ball Nose, Nano Blue Coat & Titanium Coat, MC40A --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/222958267-cnc-3018-pro-max-3-axis-desktop-diy-mini-wood](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/222958267-cnc-3018-pro-max-3-axis-desktop-diy-mini-wood) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*