NS CNC Mini Mills

06/26/2026

NS CNC Elara 2 Finds Its Home at the Plumier Workshop https://plumier.org/

There are workshops, and then there are places that embody the very history of craftsmanship. The Plumier workshop is one of those extraordinary places. Located in Pennsylvania, Plumier is home to an exceptional collection of rare antique machine tools, some dating back centuries. These are not static museum exhibits behind glass - they are living machines, carefully restored, meticulously maintained, and used every day by skilled craftspeople. Every lathe, mill, and specialized tool continues to perform the work it was designed to do, preserving centuries of engineering knowledge through daily practice rather than display.

That is why we are especially proud that the NS CNC Elara 2 has become the first CNC machine to begin operations at Plumier. The arrival of Elara represents more than the addition of a new machine. It is a meeting of two worlds: the timeless precision of traditional craftsmanship and the capabilities of modern CNC technology. While Elara incorporates today's advances in precision engineering, automation, and digital manufacturing, it shares the same values that guided the makers of the historic machines surrounding it - accuracy, reliability, ingenuity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

For generations, machine tools have passed knowledge from one era to the next. At Plumier, visitors can witness that remarkable continuum firsthand, where Victorian ornamental lathes stand alongside classic American machine tools, each still producing beautiful and functional work. Now, Elara joins this distinguished family, extending that tradition into the twenty-first century.

We hope that Elara will feel right at home among so many illustrious predecessors. We are honored that our machine has earned a place in such an inspiring environment, where the past is not merely preserved but actively shapes the future of craftsmanship.

For everyone at NS CNC, this is a meaningful milestone. We look forward to seeing the remarkable projects that will be created on the Elara 2 at Plumier and to contributing, in our own way, to the continuing story of precision craftsmanship.

05/21/2026

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05/16/2026

Drilling ceramics on the Elara 2 mill. The machine first mills a seat for the ceramic disk in its soft jaws. Large holes of 1.0 mm diameter are then drilled, followed by smaller holes of 0.1 mm in a second step.

05/01/2026

NS CNC Elara 2 Installed at Texas A&M University Engineering Experiment Station

We are pleased to announce that another NS CNC Elara 2 machine has been successfully launched at the Engineering Experiment Station of Texas A&M University, where it will operate under the supervision of Professor Arum Han.

This installation marks another important milestone in our ongoing collaboration with leading research institutions. We are confident that the Elara 2 will serve as a valuable tool in advancing the station's research capabilities, and we hope our machine will be of great help in supporting further scientific discoveries and innovations.

We extend our sincere thanks to Professor Han and the team at Texas A&M for their trust in our technology, and we look forward to seeing the breakthroughs that emerge from their work.

Pictured: Professor Arum Han next to the machine, as well as the Frederick E. Giesecke Engineering Research Building (GERB), where the NS CNC Elara 2 is housed.

https://engineering.tamu.edu/electrical/profiles/ahan.html
https://tees.tamu.edu/

04/16/2026

Drilling a ceramic disc on the NS CNC Elara 2. Small holes, 0.1 mm.

04/15/2026

Unique Packaging for Micro-Milling Bits.

Performance Micro Tool https://www.pmtnow.com/, a world leader in the production of ultra-small drilling and milling tools, manufactures cutters with diameters as small as 5 microns—dimensions that push the limits of precision engineering. These tools are widely used by many NS CNC machine users, especially in applications requiring extreme accuracy, such as micro-machining, research, and fine-detail fabrication.

Handling cutters of this scale presents a unique challenge. Traditional storage and transport solutions simply cannot provide the level of protection required. Even the slightest movement or improper handling can damage these delicate tools.

To address this, specially designed packaging has been developed. When closed, the cutters are gently but firmly pressed against a secure base, ensuring they remain completely immobilized during storage and transport. This prevents vibration, shifting, and potential damage.

When access is needed, the mechanism is equally thoughtful: as the base is pulled out, the cutters are automatically released, allowing for easy and safe removal without the risk of bending or breakage.

This elegant solution reflects the same level of precision and care found in the tools themselves—demonstrating that, at the micro scale, even packaging becomes a critical part of the technology.

04/11/2026

Another new product from NS CNC: the Mini Vacuum Nozzle. This accessory kit lets you convert one of the coolant nozzles into a vacuum port. With a simple swap, you get effective dust extraction when milling materials that don’t require coolant, such as graphite or wood. It easily connects to a standard vacuum cleaner or vacuum generator.

04/06/2026

Drilling graphite on the Elara 2 using a NS - Vacuum holder. Miniature drilling bit diameter 0.1 mm (100 microns) from Harvey Tools