Small CNC Machinevs. big Machinevs– which is best for you? A big misconception is that all educators need a mill for their shop floors. Oftentimes a Small CNC Machine will suit all your teaching needs. Small CNC Machineare typically less expensive than mills. They are used to cut parts out of plastics or wood – and some routers are even equipped with the proper spindles to cut light metals, such as brass, copper, and aluminum. (For hard metals, like iron or steel, you will still need a mill.) CNC-Machine-for-Education-and-Training A big benefit to Small CNC Machine is that they operate at faster speeds than mills. For high school educators looking to have 20-30 students each make a part, think of the additional students you can get on the equipment in just a few class periods as opposed to a full semester’s worth of classes. The high spindle speeds used on lighter materials can reduce time spent on the machines significantly, accommodating more students per class. What table size do y