Turn your workshop into a custom factory with X-Carve, a 3d carving machine kit. Paired with Easel, our free web-based software, you can carve complex designs in wood, plastic, soft metal, and more.
We’ve gone far beyond the machine to craft a complete X-Carve experience.
Instructions designed not just to build it, but to learn how the X-Carve works. Material to get you started for your very first carve. And a community of makers at every skill level to provide support and inspiration along the way.
We’re seeing new projects created by the vibrant Inventables community each and every day. Your carving journey may start with engraving, but from there the possibilities are endless.
From toys and guitars, to furniture and even quadcopters, our free Easel software makes it easy to design your own project or apply your personal touch to remake one from our growing gallery.
Paired with Easel, X-Carve lets you carve with incredible detail and complex curves in wood, plastic, metal, and more.
Our free Easel software makes 3D carving accessible to everyone.
Use Image Trace to import any image you want to carve. Draw from scratch using the Pen Tool. Easel’s also compatible with leading design software packages, including Fusion 360, MeshCAM, and Vectric’s V-Carve.
The X-Controller is included with X-Carve. It features four powerful, four-amp stepper drivers and a heat sink to support long, accurate and precise carves. Encased to keep dust out. Ports to keep wires in. And an emergency stop button in case you need it.
Additionally, carve more consistently with a new wider gantry, featuring thicker walls and less ribs. And benefit from the combination of locking hardware, molded belt clips, and permanent pulleys.
3D Printable X-Carve Dewalt to Makita Router Adapter
The X-Carve is delivered to your door ready for assembly. All the parts and instructions for ground up assembly are included.
Required Assembly | Build-it-yourself kit includes everything you need for ground-up assembly - / Approx 16 hours with detailed instructions and training to have you feeling like an XC expert when you finish. |
Power |
120V (US) or 240V (EU) Separate plugs for controller & router |
The X-Carve is a perfect machine for a small space. It’s compact size opens up more space in your workshop.
Footprint (Length Width Height) |
41 in x 52 in x 22 in |
Weight | 100 lbs (approx) |
Work Area (X Y Z) | 29.5in x 29.5in x 4.5in |
Maximum Passthrough Sheet Width | Materials officially approved for use in X-Carve should not exceed dimensions of: Width (X-axis): 37 inches (93.98 cm), Depth (Y-axis): no set limitation when operating with proper infeed and outfeed solutions due to open front and back machine design, Height (Z-axis): 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) |
The X-Carve has the power you need to carve a wide variety of materials.
Carvable Materials* |
Wood/Wood Composites: Hardwoods, softwoods, MDF, plywoods, etc. Plastics: HDPE, Delrin®, polycarbonate, acrylic, Corian®, etc. Non-ferrous metals**: Aluminum, brass, copper, etc. |
* In order to achieve optimal results when carving, proper cut settings and chip removal are required. Inventables continues to test and refine cut settings for materials and will provide updated recommendations in Easel when available.
Each machine is engineered with reliability in mind.
Drive System | Belt drive with Delrin V-wheels X and Y /Precision linear bearings with acme leadscrew Z |
Spindle (Max hp) | 1.25hp (800W) Makita router |
Collet | 1/8” precision collet included with fully loaded machine (for configurated kits, the precision collet is optional) |
Accuracy | ~ .005in |
Spindle No Load Speed | 10,000-30,000 RPM (Manual via dial only) |