Desktop CNC kit with a 300 x 180 mm work envelope, GRBL control, ER11 spindle, and keyed wiring that let makers engrave PCBs, plastics, and hardwood alongside their 3D printing projects.

I rebuilt my Genmitsu 3018-PRO this fall with the bundled GS-775M 20K spindle and it reminded me why this kit is still the best entry CNC platform under a few hundred bucks. Assembly now takes under an hour thanks to pre-wired limit switches and labeled harnesses, and once the frame is squared it happily carves hardwood inlays, FR-4 PCBs, and acrylic panels with 0.05 mm repeatability. I rely on Candle/UGS with stock GRBL 1.1, but the board also accepts LaserGRBL and gSender when I swap to the 5.5 W diode module. The keyed wiring and acrylic safety shield are welcome upgrades for classroom demos, while the offline controller and Wi-Fi relay let me run a short batch without tethering a laptop. Power-wise, ECO passes on my 3 mm birch sheets draw about 3 A at 24 V, and the new spindle runs cooler than the original 10K motor, so tool changes feel less rushed. You’ll outgrow the 300 x 180 mm work area if you want cabinetry or aluminum, but for badges, instrument panels, and PCB prototypes this kit still punches above its price.

Desktop CNC router with 300x180mm work area and GRBL control. Pre-wired harness and 20K spindle perfect for PCB milling, acrylic engraving, and hardwood inlays.

Genmitsu 3018-PRO Desktop CNC Router with 20K Spindle

Genmitsu 3018-PRO CNC Router with 20000RPM Spindle

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Genmitsu 3018-PRO CNC Router with 20000RPM Spindle