Possibly the most DIY of CNC kits to grace this list, the Lowrider is a full-sheet capable CNC router that, uniquely among the items on this list, heavily features 3D printed parts.
An evolution of the Mostly Printed Computer Numerical Control (MPCNC), the Lowrider achieves better rigidity while cutting the number of parts and, subsequently, cost over its predecessor.
In its most complete form, the Lowrider is available as a parts bundle containing the vitamins and electronics required to create this motion system. Separately, you will need to source a spindle, steel rails, plus cut MDF and 3D print the parts required to hold it all together.
Spendthrifts out there can take this further with just the bill of materials and locally source every single piece.
In return for all that effort, you get a CNC router with a large cutting area with a Y-axis that is only bound by your table length.
And best of all, building the Lowrider from scratch can total out at under $500. A complete project of a DIY CNC kit, this is perhaps best left to experienced hobbyists, rather than complete beginners.
