Origin Handheld CNC Router, Workstation, Plate, BenchPilot and Shelf Upgrade Package

Origin introduces a new era in woodworking as the world’s first handheld CNC router. It uses advanced automatic cut correction to maintain precision during use, offering the freedom to move beyond the fixed envelopes of standard CNC systems. Compact yet capable, Origin allows you to design on the tool, in Shaper Studio, or import custom files. Annual updates and modular accessories ensure the system grows with your needs—making it a long-term solution for serious makers.

Workstation is a precision fixturing platform that extends the functionality of Shaper Origin for benchtop cutting operations. It enables fast, repeatable setups for a wide range of stock sizes and shapes. Key features include a reusable ShaperTape field, an adjustable shelf for securing small or irregular workpieces, indexing pins for consistent alignment, and an angle fence for accurate angled positioning. These elements work together to reduce setup time and support precise, efficient cutting.

Shaper Plate is the universal template designed to maximize Origin’s precision and adaptability. Whether you’re installing hardware, routing System 32 holes, adding inlays to slabs, rounding corners, or tackling custom joinery, Plate makes it faster and more accurate. Integrated flags and an adjustable fence offer flexible fixturing on nearly any workpiece, while the pull-down reticle ensures easy, reliable alignment with layout marks. With a grippy, anti-slip backing, Plate stays securely in place—even without clamps—so you can focus on the cut, not the setup.

The Shelf Upgrade Kit expands the horizontal cutting capacity of the Shaper Workstation, making it easier to handle larger projects. Its adjustable support leg helps keep the shelf level and coplanar with the Workstation’s top surface for accurate, stable cuts. With a surface area more than three times larger than the standard Shelf Assembly, this upgrade is ideal when your workflow demands extra space and support.

Shaper Features:

• Automatic cut correction
• No programming required
• Intuitive touch screen interface
• On-tool design
• Suitable with a range of router bits
• Precise depth control
• Easy adjustments for tight fitting joints
• Cut perfect box joints and mortise and tenons
• Work at any scale

Workstation Features:

• Vertical and horizontal workholding capabilities
• Secure small and difficult-to-fixture workpieces
• Make perfect mortise-and-tenon joinery, box joints, and more

Plate Features:

• Integrates with the ShaperHub Hardware Catalog
• Ships with a Mini systainer® and two low-profile clamps
• Fitted with an anti-slip backing for fast setup

BenchPilot Features:

• Drives Origin automatically
• Instantly converts Origin to a benchtop gantry system
• Simply unclip Origin to use it manually again and take it on the go
• No complex software, g-code or CNC programming required
• Great for joinery, inlays, intricate engravings and profiles
• Can cut vertically or horizontally
• Compatible with Origin Gen1 and Gen 2

Shelf Upgrade Features:

• Integrates seamlessly with Shaper Workstation
• Over 3X larger than the Shelf Assembly included with Workstation
• Increased cutting area and support on Workstation
• Adjustable support leg with coarse and fine adjustment

Shaper Specifications:

• Input Power: 120VAC, 60Hz. 7A
• Spindle Motor: 720W brushed AC motor, 10,000 - 26,000 RPM with load-compensating speed control, Soft-start, over-temperature and over-load safety cut-offs
• Collet: Includes a 1/4" collet that accepts any commonly available 1/4" shank router bits,1/8" collet sold separately (#190957)
• Depth Control: 43 mm (1.7”) of total Z-axis travel, digitally adjustable depth-of-cut, automated touch-off sensor
• Dust Extraction Port: Designed with the SM-1 spindle to provide optimal debris extraction, 34 mm inner diameter by 39 mm outer diameter port dimensions, fits most standard 27 mm (35 mm OD) and 36 mm suction hoses (e.g. Festool, Fein)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi enabled for transfer of design files via ShaperHub, and for receiving software updates, USB port allows easy offline transfer of design files
• Touch Screen: Capacitive multi-touch full-color LCD
• Dimensions: Origin: 13.35” (handle-to-handle) x 8.94” x 12.04”, Systainer: 15-1/2" x 11-1/2" x 17” (SYS 5 T-LOC Systainer)
• Weight: Origin: 14.9 lbs, packaged (with accessories) in Systainer: 23.5 lbs

Workstation Specifications:

• Max. Height: 250 mm (9.8")
• Depth: 465 mm (18.3")
• Width: 515 mm (20.3")
• Weight: 9.75 kg (21.5 lb)

Plate Specifications:

• Width: 362 mm or 14.25"
• Height: 450 mm or 17.7"
• Thickness: 6.45 mm or .25"
• Cut Window Width: 160 mm or 6.29"
• Cut Window Height: 120 mm or 4.72"

What's Included:

• (1) Shaper Origin
• (1) Shaper Branded Systainer³ M437 Carrying Case
• (2) ShaperTape (150-ft each)
• (1) Tool change accessories
• (1) Reusable transport locks
• (1) USB A/C dual flash drive
• (1) 1/4-inch up-spiral flat router bit
• (1) 1/8-inch up-spiral flat router bit
• (1) 60 degree engraving router bit
• (1) Shaper Plate
• (1) Mini systainer®
• (2) Low-profile clamps
• (1) Shaper BenchPilot
• (1) Workstation body
• (1) Clamping face
• (1) Support bar
• (2) Support arms
• (1) Shelf
• (1) Angle fence
• (1) 4-mm wrench
• (2) Hold-down clamps
• (1) Spoilboard set
• (1) Shaper Shelf Upgrade Kit