For many woodworking companies, buying a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) router is a necessary step toward accomplishing business goals. Compared to conventional woodworking equipment, CNC woodworking machines produce work at a higher rate, cut with greater accuracy, and do not require the continuous assistance of a machinist to operate. Instead, they are programmed for production runs. In combination, these attributes equal out to higher revenue for the user, but to capture that revenue, a company must typically invest a significant amount of money in a computer-controlled router—an amount that can be reduced by buying the hardware secondhand.
Making an Informed Purchase
Buying a used CNC router for sale is a popular option for companies whose equipment budgets were reduced following the 2008 financial crisis. However, the performance and reliability of secondhand CNC equipment can vary. To make an informed purchase, companies should consider the points below.
Choose the right grade of equipment
Identify the right grade of equipment for the job: hobby grade, mid grade, or industrial grade. As one would expect, hobby grade equipment offers the lowest levels of performance and reliability, while industrial grade equipment offers the highest levels. Companies that must satisfy a high production demand normally need industrial grade equipment. Attempting to use a lower grade of equipment will cause the hardware to wear out prematurely, and force the company to buy what it needed from the start—industrial equipment.
Examine the reputation of the seller
The reputations of used equipment sellers range from upstanding to unethical. To ensure a company purchases CNC woodworking machines from a reputable seller, that company should check the seller’s record at the Better Business Bureau (BBB), speak with several of the seller’s references, and confirm the seller is a professional dealer of pre-owned woodworking equipment. Professional dealers have a physical business location, a reconditioning facility, and a professional business website.
Call RT Machine for Your Equipment Needs
The points above are basic information for buying a used CNC router for sale. If you need assistance choosing a particular router that meets your company’s needs, RT Machine can help. We have a generous inventory of CNC woodworking machines. We also have an equipment locator service that locates equipment we do not have in stock. To learn more about our products and services, browse through our website, or call us today.
