START CNC Plate Plasma Kit

The GFHQ START CNC Plate Plasma Kit is our lowest-cost way into CNC plasma. It's a compact, bolt-together machine that's easy to set up and learn, made for cutting small parts from light gauge material when you need them. You assemble it yourself, which keeps the cost down and shows you how every part of the machine works. Designed by Garage Fab HQ. In-stock kits ship in 1–2 business days. If a kit isn't in stock, you can still order it now: it ships in 2–4 weeks, plus shipping time.

Plasma Cutter Included

Every kit comes with the PrimeWeld CUT60 CNC plasma cutter package: the cutter, a machine torch, a handheld torch and the CNC cable to connect it to your table.

Who It's For

• First-time CNC owners and hobbyists
• Small shops adding CNC
• Schools and makerspaces

You don't need CNC experience. Some basic CAD knowledge helps, and the included free design software, AI design tools and the GFHQ Design Lab make it easy to learn.

How the Kit Works

• We build the controller. Your control system arrives pre-built and tested by Garage Fab HQ.
• You build the machine. You assemble the mechanical parts and handle setup, following our build guide and videos.

Frame

A light-duty, bolt-together chassis made of high-quality steel, CNC laser cut and CNC bent, with a powder coat finish where it applies. Heavy-duty assembly hardware is included. It rolls on heavy-duty caster wheels with adjustable foot pads, so you can move it where you need it and level it in place. Because it bolts together, it ships in standard boxes and can be upgraded later.

Motion

• Motors: NEMA 23, 260 oz-in bipolar open loop steppers on every axis. Our most budget-friendly motion package: simple to wire, easy to tune and inexpensive to replace.
• X and Y: direct-drive rack and pinion on roller bearings
• Z: ball screw on a linear rail

Control and Software

• MyPlasm controller
• Automatic torch touch-off included
• USB software pack, ready to install on your own computer: MyPlasm, QCAD 2D and Inkscape
• Torch height control (THC) and ohmic sensing module not included

Sizes

• 2' x 2'
• 4' x 2'
• 4' x 4'

Choose Your Computer

• USB (bring your own PC): install from the included USB drive
• Laptop (pre-programmed): arrives set up and ready to run
• PC Kit (pre-programmed): mini PC with monitor, keyboard and mouse, set up and ready to run

Warranty

1 year on the chassis and mechanical parts, and 1 year on electronics and motors, against normal wear and tear or design flaws. Extended coverage is available: 2 years for $299.99 or 3 years for $499.99. Coverage starts once delivery is confirmed with no shipping damage reported. It doesn't cover modifications, overuse or damage from abnormal conditions. The PrimeWeld plasma cutter carries PrimeWeld's own warranty: register it and make any claims directly with PrimeWeld.

Support

Free self-serve help that keeps growing: build guides, how-tos and tips in GFHQ Shop Talk, the GFHQ Design Lab and on YouTube at @garagefabhq, plus email help at tech@garagefabhq.com. Want live 1-on-1 help by phone, video or remote login? Book a session through Live Tech Support.

Ships UPS Ground, No Freight

Your kit ships unassembled in standard packages by UPS Ground, so you skip freight costs. Or pick it up free at either HQ (West Coast HQ in Las Vegas, NV or East Coast HQ in Clarksville, TN). Shipping & Logistics details