Last Updated: 2022-03-03 By 2 Min Read
How to Use Rotary CNC Router for Wood Crafts

How to Use Rotary CNC Router for Wood Crafts?

Before adding 4th axis rotary attachment on your CNC table to make wood crafts, you should first know how to use the rotary CNC router for 3D woodworking.

Many wood crafts are carved by CNC router in daily life, the carving technology is done by hand before, CNC router came into being soon, but the machine can only process the limited area of crafts, that is required by hand to complete the entire craft, and now manufacturers adopt rotary axis in the CNC table, it does not require manual processing work, because the rotary axis can calculate the direction of the object. Compared with the CNC machine before, it reduces the workload and strengthens the quality of the wood crafts, because the rotary axis can work in different levels, so the rotary CNC router machine can ensure the quality of carving crafts better than the CNC machine before.

Rotary Axis CNC Router

In addition, Local rotary machining is realized, the size of the object is not limited, you can set their size, so the new CNC router machine is becoming more and more popular.

Rotary Axis CNC Router for Crafts

No matter what kind of CNC router machine, rotary axis is an important part of its work, if you do not understand the functions of the rotary attachment, this will have an impact on the use of the machine. STYLECNC will tell you the functions of the rotary axis for CNC router machine as following:

Rotary Axis

1. Detailed calculation of the path of the rotary carving, without expanding surface.

2. To avoid the repeated rotation of the workpiece, the tool path can be calculated at one time.

3. To reduce the machining allowance, the tool path can be processed in layers.

4. Rapid realization of local rotation of the workpiece processing, and can be set in the process of angle and length range.

5. The system will automatically generate a closed rotation carving processing path after the installation of rotary axis.

The five functions of rotary axis need to be understood in detail before using a rotary CNC router. This will improve the work efficiency and crafts quality.

Multi-heads CNC Router with Rotary Axis for Crafts

Multi-heads CNC Router with Rotary Axis

Further Reading

What Is A CNC Router Used For?

2017-01-19Prev Post

CNC Router and CNC Machining Center Safe Working Practices

2017-03-15Next Post

Related Guidance

A Practical Guide for CNC Router Operators
2022-05-177 Min Read

A Practical Guide for CNC Router Operators

As a CNC operator, you should be familiar with CNC router installation, operation and maintenance, let us starting to learn the practical guide for CNC router operators.

Chinese CNC Router vs American/European: Honest Comparison
2026-03-276 Min Read

Chinese CNC Router vs American/European: Honest Comparison

Chinese CNC routers cost 50% to 70% less than comparable American and European models while delivering similar mechanical performance for most small business and workshop applications. Top-tier Chinese manufacturers now use the same branded components (HSD spindles, Yaskawa servos, Hiwin rails) found in Western machines. American and European routers justify their premium through tighter factory calibration, local service networks, and faster warranty turnaround. The right choice depends on your technical confidence, production demands, and budget priorities.

How to Operate a CNC Router with NC Studio?
2022-04-145 Min Read

How to Operate a CNC Router with NC Studio?

Whether you are a CNC machinist or a CNC beginner, when you get a CNC router with NCstudio control card, you should know how to use NC studio to control the CNC router machine, let us start learning the operation steps and precautions.

How to Choose CNC Router Tools for Stone?
2021-02-243 Min Read

How to Choose CNC Router Tools for Stone?

CNC router tools for stone include: standard alloy tool angle, metallurgical melting cutter diamond grinding, tri overall alloy bit, PCD polycrystalline diamond cutter, sintered diamond grinding tool, rectangular diamond cutter, ordinary alloy tool.

CNC Router vs. Mill: Differences & Which to Buy?
2026-04-177 Min Read

CNC Router vs. Mill: Differences & Which to Buy?

CNC router vs mill comparison: See spindle speeds, rigidity, precision differences, and material capabilities. Expert guide to choosing the right machine.

How to Reduce Noise from Wooden Door CNC Router?
2021-08-312 Min Read

How to Reduce Noise from Wooden Door CNC Router?

When you are using a wooden door CNC router machine, there will be noise, how to reduce noises, let's start to learn the following solutions.

Post A Review

1 to 5-star rating

Share Your Thoughts And Feelings With Others

Click To Change Captcha