{"product_id":"next-wave-shark-hd520","title":"Next Wave SHARK HD520","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhether for the home shop or the production floor, Next Wave SHARK HD520 makes an exceptionally versatile tool that can meet all your machining needs. It can shape, drill, carve, dado and rabbet a huge variety of projects made from wood, soft metals, composites, or plastics. The Next Wave SHARK HD520 features a full 50'' of Y-axis travel and robust, industrial-grade components: a heavy-duty aluminum- and steel-reinforced gantry, an extruded aluminum router mount, interlocking aluminum table, linear rails and guides, and anti-backlash, wear-compensated lead screws on all axes. Except for the router (see compatible router list below), it ships standard with everything needed to get started: the latest version of Vectric VCarve design software, a color pendant controller, two hold-down clamps, a carbide V-bit, and Next Wave CNC’s exclusive, patented Virtual Zero Unlimited software. It's fully compatible with Next Wave CNC’s extensive line of accessories: laser, 4th axis, Shark Tooth drawing tool, and more. Made in the USA and backed by a full two-year warranty and lifetime technical support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended bed for 50'' of Y-axis travel—ideal for larger projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented Virtual Zero Unlimited software lets you map the surface of your material with an unlimited number of reference points. The program then uses these points to auto adjust the G-code to conform to the actual surface of your material, eliminating problems caused by a warped or bowed workpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored touch screen pendant controller with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady2Control software ($149 retail value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the latest edition of Vectrics VCarve PRO design software ($699 retail value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVector Art 3D Sampler Pack ($99 retail value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel encased gantry legs for superior rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoveable steel base side shields minimize dust and debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinear ball bearing carriages and guide rails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti— backlash, wear— compensated leadscrews on all axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid interlocking aluminum table with virtually unlimited clamp positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum gantry backplate for heavy machining capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged aluminum router mounting clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic router on and off control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX \u0026amp; Y homing capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-year warranty on parts and labor, special shipping exclusions apply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime technical support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Next Wave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51380711751896,"sku":"61664","price":4249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/7448\/1624\/files\/Screenshot2026-02-10133651.png?v=1770748640","url":"https:\/\/techtonictrade.com\/products\/next-wave-shark-hd520","provider":"Techtonic Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}