Powermatic has entered the multi-dimensional world of computer numerical control by introducing two 3-axis CNC woodworking routers. Prices start at $5,719.

Keyence said its new laser is the first that can move in any direction, and its special 3-axis motion allows for a multitude of advantages, including the fact that it provides a 42-mm (1.65 in.), ...

A 3-axis controller module from eBay drives the little machine, keeping the cost quite low at around $45. As you can see in the video after the break it does a great job as a plotter.

Makers and hobbyists that enjoy building electronic projects may be interested in this pocket sized open source CMC 3-axis drawing robot called the Piccolo that can draw pictures up to 50mm square.

The open-source grbl project has produced software that allows an Arduino to control a three-axis CNC machine – it is the software within ‘3018’ and related low-cost Chinese-made CNC desktop routers.