Can you Make a MILLION dollars with a CNC at HOME?

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  • čas přidán 2. 04. 2022
  • In the world of CNC there are so many ways to earn an income. I wanted to make a video for folks who are interested in CNC and explore the earning potential that having a machine in a small shop.
    There are so many variables and opportunities in the CNC world and there is no way to cover even a fraction of them in a 10 minute video. So, today I picked 5 popular uses for a CNC and talk about the earning potential of those five topics. And ask the question Can 220-volt CNC make a million dollars a year.
    link to Phantom CNC - bit.ly/phantomcnc
    My Links -
    website - www.izzyswan.com/
    Instagram - / izzyswan_woodworking
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Komentáře • 623

  • @AGlimpseInside
    @AGlimpseInside Před 2 lety +154

    This man speaks the truth. The product development side can be pretty lucrative. But the biggest truth behind it all it’s just how much work and effort it takes. Izzy, you hit the nail on the head brother. Thanks for making this video and bringing a really positive light to digital fabrication

    • @toysoldier46552
      @toysoldier46552 Před 2 lety +4

      I've found that Izzy is right about more things than not over the years. He's right about this the more I think about it, as I stated in my comment. I never thought about the making money aspect of the CNC, I just seen it as a means to an ends to flattening large stock and doing some 2d carvings much faster. I just wish my shop wasn't so small.

    • @tomcantrell5553
      @tomcantrell5553 Před rokem

      where do you find folks looking for parts/products to be made?

  • @esside8688
    @esside8688 Před 2 lety +11

    I have had a CNC 1ft X 3ft for over 10 years. I got it because I went to school to be a machinist, And I wanted it to supplement my woodworking. I have been diagnosed with MS so I can't use hand tools because I shake too much. So now I am relying on the CNC and Laser machines to do my wood working. For my application the small machine is good for me. They are good and fun to use. The info you gave is very insightful. thank you for the info.

  • @Robert-Smith
    @Robert-Smith Před rokem +3

    I built a cnc with a 3ft X 4ft cutting area and I could totally see a sign business in my future but just cutting a few signs for friends has taught me that you have to limit the choices of customers or they will ask for more and more and not wanting to pay for it LOL

  • @chemdawg6
    @chemdawg6 Před 2 lety +42

    I love learning about this kind of stuff. Looking at opening a shop and look for realistic information. Thanks for putting it out there.

  • @Liam1H
    @Liam1H Před rokem +5

    More like this, please. So refreshing to hear someone talk facts who has the experience and knowledge to actually know what he's talking about. That kind of straight talk is golden. As a lifelong woodworker working as a luthier who is looking for ways to reduce the wear and tear to my hands by having a CNC do much of what I call the donkey work, having a resource like this is invaluable. Thanks a ton!

  • @scottrobinson59
    @scottrobinson59 Před 2 lety +1

    I really appreciate the straight forward, honest information. We don't often find someone posting videos like this that tell it like it is!....I would love to see more!!...Nice Work!!

  • @avengingangel3d226
    @avengingangel3d226 Před 2 lety +3

    Izzy I've been watching you grow your channel from that cheap table saw build. I've also watch April Wilkerson's growth from not knowing woodworking to what she does now. I want to get into the cnc world. I think that I have something that I could offer to the DIYers. I guess I need to start! Thanks Izzy for being straight up and forward like always. Don Christenson

  • @DanielCruz-si9gf
    @DanielCruz-si9gf Před rokem +1

    Greatly appreciate the open, honest, and informative video. There’s too many CZcams channels that tout easy money or zero effort. Thanks again Izzy

  • @katzmosestools
    @katzmosestools Před 2 lety +5

    Hey Katz-Moses shout out! Love you bud!

  • @Red12Harley
    @Red12Harley Před 2 lety +5

    The beauty of the CNC in a small shop environment is that while the CNC is doing it’s task, I’m freed up to do other non-automatabeable functions. Great perspective, Izzy! Thank you!

    • @izzyswan
      @izzyswan  Před 2 lety

      Great point!

    • @richasay9077
      @richasay9077 Před rokem

      @@izzyswan can you recommend a financing group to work with Phantom to get into a well equipped machine?

  • @BenAndrews
    @BenAndrews Před 2 lety

    I just want to thank you for being honest and not clickbaiting and placating the the crap out of your audience and running a CNC business. Over the years, theres been so many content creators in this space that just aim for clicks on their videos rather than telling it as it is. Nice work mate.

  • @markfausz7071
    @markfausz7071 Před 2 lety +1

    Good information on a cnc. I have been doing some research on cnc’s. Thanks for making this video!!

  • @bgfunbear
    @bgfunbear Před rokem

    What a great video.... u have tremendous command of your numbers, machines, marketplace and present it quickly but yet thoroughly. Much appreciated for us newbs

  • @brez2842
    @brez2842 Před rokem +1

    Keep posting great content and eye opening discussions like this. We need to educate more people about the endless possibilities within the machining and fabrication trades.

  • @JamesMcNitt-hi8vg
    @JamesMcNitt-hi8vg Před rokem

    Sir, I have been watching your videos for a couple of months and I finally sprung for the subscription.
    Thanks for the information, insight and honesty. ( yes I'm sure )

  • @mikepetitt9624
    @mikepetitt9624 Před 8 měsíci

    Izzy…Thank you very much for this! I am an amateur wood worker trying to build my skills and have a starter CNC shapoko3 and even with this little machine and craft fair items I was able to have this machine earn it self back in about a year or less. I make inlayed resin charcuterie boards. Some day would love to have a machine like yours! Love your channel its always a great resource of information!

  • @BenMcLendon63
    @BenMcLendon63 Před rokem +1

    I totaly agree with you on the signs and parts aspect of CNC'ing being 'the thing'. Great Content, thanks Izzy!

  • @mitchrand9466
    @mitchrand9466 Před 2 lety +8

    Thank you Izzy! Been following you since you were in a garage with a home depot table saw! Very inspired to try things I thought were beyond my abilities. I have many of your products and plans and Izzy stickers on my tools! Keep on truckin brother!!

  • @genechambers7532
    @genechambers7532 Před 2 lety +1

    good to see you izzy getting back in the swing of things after health problems good video my friend

  • @nickblumert3865
    @nickblumert3865 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome video, keep up the amazing work.

  • @DCDLaserCNC
    @DCDLaserCNC Před 2 lety

    Izzy, I love seeing your entrepreneurial side. Your inventive nature is top notch.

  • @am11744
    @am11744 Před 2 lety +63

    There is definitely no "putting up with this kind of stuff" I love to hear success stories and opportunities. We need more not less of this, it's inspiring. Sharing success is altruistic too. 👌🏻

  • @russellnentwich8745
    @russellnentwich8745 Před 2 lety

    First of all BAD ASS VIDEO! I never thought about the money in keeping it simple. Great advice. Also, the cabinets you mentioned. You know that many companies sell them not assembled. That allows contractors or knowledgeable DIYers to save a bit of cash and do it themselves. You can just cut them out and box them up. Thanks again for the advice. I just bout an AVID PRO and this video helps. Just subbed!

  • @adambretey2834
    @adambretey2834 Před rokem

    Hey Izzy Great Video and I really appreciate your advice you put out for us slowly moving into the CNC world..I am about to jump in and purchase my first machine and you definitely hit on some things for me to move forward. I am a new subscriber to your channel and I really enjoyed the video and looking forward to following your channel. Thanks Adam B

  • @googleuser6040
    @googleuser6040 Před 2 lety

    Love your truthfulness, awesome and most informative cnc video

  • @TR-yn5tb
    @TR-yn5tb Před rokem

    Thanks so much for this clear eyed view of this potential. Very much appreciated.

  • @vladiocy2884
    @vladiocy2884 Před 2 lety +2

    Hi.
    I'm 42 years old and i start work with cnc routers since 1994 at age of 14. What i learn is that try to use your mahine to the max. Make cabinet,make parts, make sings etc.. make everything that you and your machine can do.
    That way you have your machine busy and a working hour on the machine, is money.

    • @ToxicMetropolis
      @ToxicMetropolis Před 2 lety

      When you say "parts" - what kind of stuff do you mean?

    • @vladiocy2884
      @vladiocy2884 Před 2 lety +2

      General. Parts that your machine can do.
      Molding, car parts, hunting parts,bike parts,for house etc..
      With Milling method you can produce million of parts and stuffs. You can cut a ton of materials.

  • @PorscheV8
    @PorscheV8 Před 2 lety

    Izzy, thanks for the video...it helped me to take the plunge to put some money down and towards buying my first CNC machine and going 4d...looking to build store fixtures, signs, and displays. I like the idea of being in a niche market....thanks for the video.

  • @NolanBuilt
    @NolanBuilt Před 2 lety

    Just getting started with mine! Can’t wait to look back one day and say wow!

  • @Castlesaint70
    @Castlesaint70 Před rokem

    G’day Izzy. Great information thanks mate. I’m looking to upgrade my onefinity to something with more production capabilities and you have given me a lots to think about

  • @duanehurley2105
    @duanehurley2105 Před 2 lety +1

    So we bought a CNC as a way to improve production of our cabinet shop. What we need now is an alternative revenue stream. Building and installing cabinetry is a difficult business. I know this from my decades of struggle. Our labor force here is about zero. So as I get older I need an alternative and you've shown me what's outside the box so to say. Thank you so much.

    • @duanehurley2105
      @duanehurley2105 Před rokem

      Ut oh, looks like a SCAM. How do I know? You say. Because I never win and there was never a contest here, right?

  • @RoseKindred
    @RoseKindred Před 2 lety +1

    This is one of the best "make money with" videos I have seen. It is not a "how I made money" or "others make this so you can as well" video or pushing specific products that everyone can make, so they do and saturate a market so no one can make money. Just honest, quick advice.
    Can you make large sums of money? Yes. Just be prepared to put in the work, and sometimes, even luck or perfect timing can make a large difference.

  • @davidfoster6433
    @davidfoster6433 Před 2 lety

    Very informative video, I enjoyed the content keep up the good work.

  • @aaronswoodshed3103
    @aaronswoodshed3103 Před 2 lety +3

    The first thing I'd like to say is thanks for your policy on trash talk. I've had a CNC for several years now. I'm retired and have no interest in making a business out of it. I do this for FUN. This was a great video and shows the potential for a good business.

  • @marcusborrero7433
    @marcusborrero7433 Před 2 lety

    This was one cool video congrats and keep up the good work

  • @mindyhall4638
    @mindyhall4638 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for putting it right out there in the beginning Izzy about the negative, “puffy chest” comments! Great video!!!

  • @jasonlaker8723
    @jasonlaker8723 Před 4 měsíci

    Great info mate, thanks.

  • @berkleyneely5795
    @berkleyneely5795 Před rokem

    Great video.... I don't have much to say about the Cnc machine.... but I do like your work and ideas... keep the good content coming...

  • @lupofroi
    @lupofroi Před 2 lety

    Excellent video, helps to open my horizon to possibilities. Thank you

  • @lancenguyen9175
    @lancenguyen9175 Před 2 lety

    Great content!!! Keep up the GREAT work.

  • @bradmaxwell7930
    @bradmaxwell7930 Před 2 lety

    Nice content brother, always appreciated!!!!

  • @BillyMcCord
    @BillyMcCord Před 2 lety +3

    Good overview Izzy! I'm looking for my next gig ... This gives me ideas !!

    • @izzyswan
      @izzyswan  Před 2 lety +1

      Awesome, so glad it helped

  • @ChrisWilliams-pu8pj
    @ChrisWilliams-pu8pj Před 2 lety

    Thank you for your insight! Greatly appreciated.

  • @iestynjones5796
    @iestynjones5796 Před 2 lety

    Great information given succinctly. Cheers Izzy

  • @kevinhamill1225
    @kevinhamill1225 Před rokem

    Excellent Video...thanks so much...I am debating on buying a CNC machine...maybe a quarter size of what you have...and you just supplied me excellent info to help me with that. thanks again.

  • @chuckdeskins4660
    @chuckdeskins4660 Před 2 lety

    thank you for your insight, I love what I can do on even a smaller CNC

  • @allenhuckabee3764
    @allenhuckabee3764 Před rokem +1

    Very good info. Fixing to buy a very small one to support my wood working hobby. Did not consider signage. Thanks

  • @tomalealso
    @tomalealso Před 2 lety

    I clicked on the topic because I am interested, but doubtful I will ever pick one up, but you never know. I am not really a tech guys, just an old carpenter who loves to play in His shop after all the years in the field. i love the fact that such machines are becoming more and more accessible. thanks for the input.

  • @andrelevesque6300
    @andrelevesque6300 Před rokem +1

    Great subject and well explained. In my opinion, many people can buy and run a CNC these days and potentially make money BUT I think the major hurdle of any startup business is Marketing...GETTING the work to be done in the first place. Not everyone has that sales side to them but YES I totally agree ...you get what you put in.

  • @radiowavz
    @radiowavz Před 2 lety

    Hey this is greate! Keep up the great work.

  • @banjoeypicks
    @banjoeypicks Před rokem

    I love your HONEST take on reality!!! Just subbed

  • @lynnplestid2711
    @lynnplestid2711 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice, frank and down to earth. Thanks.

  • @donmiller8712
    @donmiller8712 Před 2 lety

    Thank you. Something I have been interested in for years

  • @bigdogmn73
    @bigdogmn73 Před 2 lety

    Good one Izzy...thanks for sharing!

  • @RoomiesGarage
    @RoomiesGarage Před 2 lety

    Wow, I appreciate the information!

  • @amazingepoxycreations417
    @amazingepoxycreations417 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video Izzy 🤙
    Right down the road from ya in Columbia

  • @billy19461
    @billy19461 Před 2 lety +1

    I dearly love your videos. I was really worried about your health a while back. Still amazed at your story.

  • @BubbaLeroy
    @BubbaLeroy Před 2 lety

    I really liked this video, good info!

  • @dennisbracci9212
    @dennisbracci9212 Před 6 měsíci

    Awesome video. Thanks for the info. Your the best!!

  • @alterstassfurter5743
    @alterstassfurter5743 Před rokem

    I am a german metalworker andCNC-professional and at home I am a CNC-hobbyist. I like to do CNC because I myself hat watching TV...Listen to this man, he really knows what he talks about ! Respect from good old germany !

  • @richiemag22
    @richiemag22 Před 2 lety +1

    Great video , I have a Avid pro 4896 and working my way in to it .

  • @KE4YAL
    @KE4YAL Před 2 lety

    I started running cnc machines in 1968 they ran 24 hours a day with preventive maintenance on weekends I did till 2006 they didn’t measure by the hour but by the minute in 68 it was like $75 a minute when I retired the company had 12 machines 4 of those were 3000 watt lasers yes I can see a million dollar a year business with your cnc machine
    The cnc machines I ran were all sheet metal machines the turrets most had 32 tool holders but your machine I think could be a million dollar a year machine
    Thanks for all your great videos

  • @sanfordswanson4950
    @sanfordswanson4950 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for bringing to light the earning potential of good old entrepreneurship and manufacturing in the USA

  • @jimparsons6803
    @jimparsons6803 Před 2 lety

    Pretty slick. Thanks. Liked the clip. I generally watched this channel for the nifty ideas with wood working. Did not know about the backstory, in a manner of speaking, for the wood bits that you had to have prepared before you fired up your table saw. A different way of looking at things. The only addition that such an in your shop widget might require is some serious dust collection. Maybe that might be an idea for the next clip?

  • @michaelbaykara2322
    @michaelbaykara2322 Před 2 lety

    Very informative, thank you Izzy.

  • @hubbiestheman
    @hubbiestheman Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for sharing. I agree 100% with you there is money to be made in CNC work.

  • @dondavis1943
    @dondavis1943 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you Izzy. Nothing but the facts, great video.

  • @Ibrahim-wq3gs
    @Ibrahim-wq3gs Před rokem

    Thank you so much for this very helpful video!

  • @gbjones54
    @gbjones54 Před 2 lety

    Why did this not pop up in my notifications. Love it Izzy. I need one.

  • @user-pd3ln1bc1b
    @user-pd3ln1bc1b Před 2 lety

    Insightful. Just picked up a “hobbyist” cnc. Appreciate the insights.

  • @joemed6222
    @joemed6222 Před 2 lety +5

    I’ve been thinking about the CNC world and you have just opened my eyes to the ups and downs of CNCing. Lots of information. Gives you something to think about. Thank you 🤙🏻

  • @alphapowder8294
    @alphapowder8294 Před 2 lety

    Well said brother! Truth is hard to find in today's environment, Thank you!

  • @russdixon614
    @russdixon614 Před 2 lety

    love the honesty in the vid

  • @samlopez6130
    @samlopez6130 Před 2 lety +4

    Hi Izzy, been watching some of your videos for a while now. Always fascinated. I know nothing about any of the stuff you do, but this video was most timely. I just quit my job, and no, I’m probably not going to go out and buy a CNC machine, but you just re-inspired me to think outside the box. Excellent video. Thank you Sir

  • @luxuryvolleyball9431
    @luxuryvolleyball9431 Před rokem

    Nice! A big help.

  • @bhoola123
    @bhoola123 Před 2 lety

    Very realistic and valuable information. Thanks dear.

  • @ST3yo
    @ST3yo Před 2 lety

    Thank you for making this straight forward video

  • @petercrizer6102
    @petercrizer6102 Před 2 lety

    EXCELLENT information and viewpoint - well done Izzy !

  • @dangitzler548
    @dangitzler548 Před rokem

    great info! Appreciate you.

  • @MrAndreybond
    @MrAndreybond Před 2 lety

    Nice to see same remotes on your hooks. I use them for my dust collector and a table vac, which are in a different "sound room".

  • @thomasferns4998
    @thomasferns4998 Před rokem

    Great watch. Thanks for sharing 👏

  • @justicematters5447
    @justicematters5447 Před 2 lety

    Love your vids, very cool diy creation. I love wood working and would love one day to have it be me main job.

  • @robraymond4387
    @robraymond4387 Před 2 lety +2

    Izzy, thank you for the information. You and stumpy nubs are great teachers.

  • @paramtrx9558
    @paramtrx9558 Před rokem

    Thx! This was a great video!

  • @SteelBladeWoodworks
    @SteelBladeWoodworks Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome information, Thank you!!!!

  • @btjohne
    @btjohne Před 2 lety +1

    Switching careers. Thinking about the CNC business. Ty Izzy for informative presentation. I went from 50%, now I’m 80% going to be involved. Next stop, find the right niche.

  • @woodturnersteve
    @woodturnersteve Před 2 lety

    Not interested in CNC but appreciate the video and seeing your thought process. Thank you..

  • @HansHoffmeister
    @HansHoffmeister Před rokem

    Thank you for the informative vid!

  • @mrCapitanka
    @mrCapitanka Před rokem

    Great video! I keep rewatching it every now and then i don't know how you can leave negative comment about it.

  • @tombob5990
    @tombob5990 Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks!! Well done.

  • @CNCDude
    @CNCDude Před 2 lety +4

    Enjoyed your take on how to make money with CNC! I also believe CNC is the way to go to bring back manufacturing to the US. At the rate this is going, a bunch of us have literally a mini factory in our shops. This was unthinkable even 20 years ago. We now have machines capable of making machines! Most of us are practically becoming mechanical engineers learning how to design 3D shapes in modeling SW and then CAMing it out on the machine. Again, unthinkable 30 years ago. And I don't claim to be better than a mechanical engineer. Far from it! But I am way much more capable than I was... err, 20 years ago! And yes, MEGA cool stuff!

  • @phillipm1018
    @phillipm1018 Před 2 lety

    You are a good guy, thanks for doing what you do

  • @MrKevin42583
    @MrKevin42583 Před rokem

    Thank you for the video. Trying to get into cnc

  • @jaggedcliff
    @jaggedcliff Před rokem

    I love the video, i come here for the CNC stuff.

  • @jonathanhahka9939
    @jonathanhahka9939 Před rokem

    Awesome video!

  • @caramelzappa
    @caramelzappa Před 2 lety

    Great video, and contrary to your statement in the video I would love more content like this!

  • @kunkprime6980
    @kunkprime6980 Před 2 lety

    Izzy, thank you for a very interesting video.

  • @nagarya
    @nagarya Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you very much for your inspiering words! The fact that you are here to help people like me is amazing, Thank you very much!

  • @Jeff-fs3rn
    @Jeff-fs3rn Před 2 lety

    Nice video, very informative.

  • @chrisdixonstudios
    @chrisdixonstudios Před 2 lety +5

    Thanks Izzy, for a sensible perspective on the possibilities! Your valuable experience shows in knowledge. I find it very helpful that parametric modeling skills are needed to design and tweak those widgets..combined with other production methods, such as molding and casting. I'm not ready for a big CNC so building smaller machines and fixtures to take prototypes to limited production. But a nice CNC could pull skilled craftsmen/artisans out of the corner of talent that just can not be delegated any other way.