Entry-Level· 4′ × 8′ · 5′ × 10′

SPIRIT

Entry-LevelCNC Router

The entry point into the SMX CNC universe. Designed and customized in Canada, the Spirit offers professional performance at an affordable price. The ideal solution for shops that are starting up or want to add CNC capability without tying up a large amount of capital.

CSA Certified
2-Year Warranty
FR/EN Support
From $30,000
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★ Entry-Level Series
SMX CNC Spirit 4x8 - 5x10
HSD 6HP Spindle Yaskawa Servos Dsp Handle
985
IPM Speed
6 HP
HSD Spindle
±.001
mm Repeat.

Starting at $30,000

985
IPM Rapid Speed
6 HP
HSD Spindle
7.9"
Z Clearance
±0.001
mm Repeatability
30+
Years of Expertise
5 YRS
*Free Support

What's inside

Built with the best components

Spindle HSD 6HP · 18,000 RPM Made in Italy · Air-cooled · ER25 collet Italy — HSD
Motors Yaskawa AC Servo Motors Japanese precision servo — closed-loop for true positioning accuracy Japan — Yaskawa
Drive Rack and pinion system X, dual Y and Z axes — high-speed transmission for production Industrial grade
Electrical drive Lovato electrical drive European-grade components for reliable, CSA-compliant operation European grade
Controller DSP Handle A standalone, handheld 3-axis CNC controller that runs G-code directly from a USB drive without needing a computer.
Software WinPCSIGN CNC Developed in-house by SMX — fully supported and customizable Made by SMX
Frame Welded steel · T-slot table Heavy construction · inspected and squared in our Montréal shop
Why components make the difference

At this price point, most competitors cut corners on parts that aren't easily visible. We don't. The result: tighter tolerances, less play, and a machine that holds its precision for years.
7-YEAR COST SAVINGS COMPARISON (pdf) →

Why Yaskawa servo motors?

Most machines at this price use stepper motors — with no position feedback. Yaskawa AC servo motors are closed-loop: the controller always knows exactly where the head is and corrects in real time. That's what delivers ±0.025 mm repeatability cut after cut.

Québec engineering

Every machine passes
through our hands

Before a SPIRIT reaches your shop, our Montréal team puts it through a rigorous preparation and certification process.

1
Full mechanical inspection and squaring

Every axis is checked for alignment and precision. The table is squared. Nothing leaves our shop out of tolerance.

2
North American electrical certification

Wiring is inspected and redone as needed to meet the Canadian electrical code and CSA requirements.

3
Controller and automation programming

Our team programs the DSP Handle in-house. Macros, sequences and logic are written by us.

4
Installation of Québec-made options

Accessories are built and installed in our Montréal shop — custom-made, tested and ready to run.

5
On-site installation and training

We deliver, install and train your team. Safe commissioning is part of what you pay for.

SPIRIT prepared at SMX CNC Montréal

Parts in local inventory. We keep essential spare parts in stock in Montréal. You're back in production the same week.

Specifications

Technical
data

Designed to outperform every comparable machine on the market.

Materials processed

  • Wood and MDF — cabinets, furniture, signage
  • Foam and expanded materials
  • Plastics — acrylic, PVC, polycarbonate
  • ACM — aluminum composite panels
  • Corrugated plastics and composites
  • Light metals with appropriate bits
Parameter 4′ × 8′ 5′ × 10′
Dimensions & Footprint
Footprint 2030 × 3050 × 1450 mm
80″ × 120″ × 57″		 2540 × 3660 × 1450 mm
100″ × 144″ × 57″
Cutting Area 1295 × 2490 × 200 mm
51″ × 98″ × 7.9″		 1575 × 3050 × 200 mm
62″ × 120″ × 7.9″
Z Clearance200 mm (7.9 inches) identical
Weight 2,900 lb
1,315 kg		 3,400 lb
1,542 kg
Performance
Rapid Speed985 IPM · 25,000 mm/min identical
Repeatability±0.025 mm (±0.001 in) identical
Components
SpindleHSD 6HP · 18,000 RPM · ER25 · Air-cooled identical
MotorsYaskawa AC Servo Motors (Japan) identical
Drive SystemRack & pinion — X, dual Y and Z identical
Elec. DriveLovato (Europe) identical
ControllerDSP Handle — A standalone, handheld 3-axis CNC controller that runs G-code directly from a USB drive
without needing a computer.identical
SoftwareWinPCSIGN CNC (developed in-house) identical
Standards & Warranty
Power SupplyAC 220V ± 10% / 60Hz — Single phase identical
CertificationCSA Certified identical
Warranty2 years — full coverage identical
Starting Price $30,000 CAD $40,000 CAD

Available options

Configure your
SPIRIT

Start with what you need. Add as you grow. Most accessories are designed and built in our Montréal shop.

 Made in Québec Precision engineering

Our team designs and builds most of the accessories below in our Montréal shop. That means a better fit, local support and configurations tailored to North American production needs.

Explore all customizations →
SMX Pressure Foot SMX ATC SMX Pressure Rollers SMX Misting System SMX Slim Pods SMX Sanding Head SMX Rotary Lathe SMX Dust Collector Box SMX Cut-mark Camera SMX Tangential Knife SMX Multi-heads SMX 45-degree Knife SMX Groove Wheel SMX Sheet Loader WinPCSIGN CNC software modules Drill bit box Syntec controller automation add-ons Vinyl cutting knife Retractable spindles Dust collector Becker pump Auto-load table Conveyor Keyence safety barrier Safety mat

Made in Québec Designed and built in our Montréal shop

No surprises.
No hidden fees.

Everything you need to start cutting on day one — and a team that supports you for years.

2-year warranty

Full parts and labour coverage. We stand behind our machines because we inspect every single one ourselves.

CSA certified

Fully compliant with Canadian safety standards. Accepted by inspectors, insurers and facility managers.

Phone · Online · On-site

Three levels of support. We start with the fastest option and escalate as needed. Bilingual FR / EN.

Machine and software training

On-site CNC training and WinPCSIGN CNC software training — included. Your team won't be left on their own.

On-site installation

We don't deliver and disappear. Delivery, installation and commissioning are part of what you pay for.

Parts in local inventory

Essential parts are in stock in Montréal. When you need them, you get them fast — no overseas delays.

Maintenance plans

Optional preventive maintenance programs to protect your investment and maximize your uptime.

Custom software features

Since we built WinPCSIGN CNC, we can add features specific to your workflow.

Why choose SMX CNC

What sets us apart
from the competition

Anyone can sell you a CNC. Very few can configure it for your production, train your team, support you directly and develop the software themselves.

Our own software

We develop WinPCSIGN CNC in-house. That means no third-party dependency, no middleman, no waiting. If your production needs a custom feature, we can program it.

→ Custom features available
3-tier support

Phone, remote assistance and on-site visits — in French and English. We don't redirect you to an overseas call centre. Most issues are resolved the same day.

→ Bilingual · FR / EN
30+ years of CNC expertise

We were there when machines broke down mid-job. 30 years of experience are built into every recommendation we make — that's why our machines are configured the way they are.

→ We know what works
Fully customizable

From tangential knife systems to ATC carousels — most of our accessories are designed and built in our Montréal shop. You get a machine built around your production.

→ Made-to-order options
Precision components

Italian HSD spindle, Yaskawa servo motors from Japan, Lovato drives — the same components found in machines that cost two to three times more.

→ No generic hardware
Full training program

On-site training is included with every SPIRIT. WinPCSIGN CNC software training is also available — so your operators are up and running from day one.

→ Machine + software training

Ready to see the SPIRIT CNC Router in action?

Talk to our team. We'll help you configure the right machine for your production needs, find the right financing and get you up and running fast.

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