Industrial-grade IS Series tables manufactured in Minnesota since 1992. All-steel welded frames, servo drives, and American-made build quality for serious fabrication shops and production environments.
Get a Free QuoteShopSabre has been manufacturing CNC machines in Anoka, Minnesota since 1992, giving them over three decades of experience building industrial-grade cutting systems in the United States. While many manufacturers in the CNC plasma space import frames or components from overseas, ShopSabre welds, assembles, wires, and tests every machine in their own facility. That commitment to domestic manufacturing is reflected in the build quality and consistency of their products.
The IS Series is ShopSabre's CNC plasma product line, covering cutting areas from 4x8 to 6x12 with custom sizes available. These are not entry-level tables. The IS Series uses all-steel welded frames that weigh significantly more than bolt-together or aluminum-framed alternatives. That mass translates directly to rigidity, vibration damping, and cut quality, especially when cutting thicker plate at higher amperages where a lighter table would flex and introduce inaccuracy.
ShopSabre positions itself in the gap between entry-level manufacturers and full-industrial brands like Messer and ESAB. Their pricing is accessible enough for a serious independent fab shop while their build quality approaches what you would find in machines costing twice as much. If you are outgrowing your hobby table and need a production machine that will last 15 to 20 years, ShopSabre belongs on your shortlist.
Three standard sizes plus custom configurations. All-steel welded frames with servo motors and integrated THC.
| Model | Cutting Area | Plasma Compatibility | Price Range | Standout Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS408 | 4' x 8' | Hypertherm Powermax/XPR, ESAB, any CPC cutter | ~$25,000 | Full-sheet cutting, production ready |
| IS510 MOST POPULAR | 5' x 10' | Hypertherm Powermax/XPR, ESAB, any CPC cutter | ~$35,000 | Standard 5x10 sheet nesting |
| IS612 | 6' x 12' | Hypertherm XPR, ESAB, high-amperage systems | ~$55,000 | Oversized plate and heavy structural |
| Custom | Custom sizes | Any industrial plasma system | $40,000 – $80,000+ | Dual-head, oxy-fuel, pipe options |
Prices are approximate (2026). Does not include plasma power supply. Financing and leasing available.
Independent fabrication shops cutting plate daily for structural, mechanical, or ornamental work. ShopSabre is built for 8-hour-a-day, 5-day-a-week production schedules.
Shops that prioritize domestic manufacturing and want to know their machine was built, assembled, and tested in the United States by American workers.
Shops upgrading from a hobby or light-duty table to their first real production machine. ShopSabre bridges the gap between entry-level and full industrial.
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ShopSabre manufactures all of their CNC plasma tables in Anoka, Minnesota, just outside of Minneapolis. The company has been building CNC machines in the United States since 1992. All frame welding, assembly, wiring, and testing happens at their Minnesota facility. This US manufacturing is a key selling point for shops that prioritize domestic sourcing and want to avoid the quality inconsistency that can come with imported machines.
The IS Series is ShopSabre's line of industrial-grade CNC plasma cutting tables. IS stands for Industrial Series. The lineup includes the IS408 (4x8 cutting area), IS510 (5x10), and IS612 (6x12), plus custom sizes on request. All IS Series tables feature all-steel welded frames, precision linear guides, servo motors, and integrated torch height control. These are production machines designed for shops cutting plate daily, not hobby or light-duty tables.
ShopSabre IS Series pricing starts around $25,000 for the IS408 (4x8) and scales to approximately $35,000 for the IS510 (5x10) and $55,000 for the IS612 (6x12). Custom configurations with additional features like dual-head cutting, oxy-fuel capability, or pipe cutting attachments can push prices to $80,000 or more. These prices do not include the plasma power supply. ShopSabre offers financing options and leasing for qualified buyers.
ShopSabre tables have strong resale value compared to imported and budget tables. A well-maintained ShopSabre IS Series table typically retains 50 to 65 percent of its original value after 5 years of use. The US manufacturing, industrial build quality, and brand reputation contribute to resale stability. Used ShopSabre tables sell quickly on equipment auction sites and in fabrication shop classified listings.
It depends on your workload. If you are cutting 1/4-inch to 1-inch plate daily for production work, structural steel, or contract fabrication, the ShopSabre IS Series is appropriately sized and built to last. If you are cutting metal art, signs, or doing occasional fabrication in a home shop, yes, ShopSabre is more machine than you need and the entry price is high. For light-duty and hobby work, consider entry-level manufacturers like Langmuir Systems or STVCNC instead.