The Makita RT0702CX4 is a powerful and compact router head, ideal for light to medium-duty CNC machining applications. With its 710W motor and 1/4″ collet, this router is a great fit for precision milling, engraving, trimming, and cutting tasks on wood, plastics, and soft metals like aluminium. Originally designed as a handheld unit, it’s become a popular choice for CNC users due to its reliable performance, broad speed range, and durable construction.
Thanks to its variable speed range of 10,000 to 34,000 RPM and constant speed control, the RT0702CX4 maintains a consistent finish across a variety of materials, even under load. Its soft start feature helps prevent sudden movement during startup, ensuring smooth operation. Whether you’re cutting signs, creating inlays, or performing detailed work, the RT0702CX4 offers the reliability and performance demanded by CNC enthusiasts.
Pros and Cons
A well-balanced, mid-priced router head that offers strong performance and great flexibility for most hobbyist and workshop CNC setups.
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Robert Sweetness (verified owner) –
it does the job i want it to do.
Ben Flynn (verified owner) –
As usual a good product from Makita.
Robert Sweetness (verified owner) –
not used yet.
oscar d. (verified owner) –
Although I asked for options to use 6mm and 8mm drills, they sent me the UK version with imperial collet cones. Not bad, but if I’d known I’d have bought it in my country because it comes with the collets I needed by default… And the EU plug connection. No extra surprises.
Paul Dye (verified owner) –
A compact little router, but unfortunately it has failed, however, the guys at Ooznest are arranging for a replacement as I type
simon (verified owner) –
The Makita Router is slick and easy to use, it is quiet and has quite enough power with a good range of speed settings