--- product_id: 6212102 title: "SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine, Small, black metallic" brand: "shop fox" price: "VT304733" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Shop Fox" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6212102-shop-fox-m1036-micro-milling-machine-small-black-metallic store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 1.5-inch spindle travel Variable speed 0-3600 RPM 0.2 HP motor power SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine, Small, black metallic **Brand:** shop fox **Price:** VT304733 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Elevate your precision game with micro milling mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine, Small, black metallic by shop fox - **How much does it cost?** VT304733 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6212102-shop-fox-m1036-micro-milling-machine-small-black-metallic) ## Best For - shop fox enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shop fox brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Smooth Control:** Variable speed dial lets you dial in the perfect RPM from 0 to 3600 for every project. - • **Enhanced Accuracy:** Digital depth readout and micro downfeed knob ensure millimeter-perfect adjustments. - • **Compact Powerhouse:** 0.2 HP motor delivers reliable torque in a sleek, space-saving design. - • **Precision in Your Hands:** Micro milling with 1/4-inch drilling capacity for detailed small parts. - • **ISO 9001 Quality Assurance:** Manufactured in a certified factory for consistent, professional-grade performance. ## Overview The SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine is a compact, 0.2 HP milling tool designed for high-precision small part machining. Featuring a 1.5-inch spindle travel, 1/4-inch drilling capacity, and variable speed control up to 3600 RPM, it offers fine control with a digital depth readout and micro downfeed knob. Manufactured in an ISO 9001 certified facility, it’s ideal for professionals seeking detailed milling in a small footprint. ## Description This Micro Mill is perfect for machining high precision small parts for working models. It includes a digital depth readout, compound slide table, and a micro downfeed knob and variable speed control. Picture shown with optional M1038 Quick Vise, and M1037 Collet not included. Made in an ISO 9001 factory. Review: This is a drill press. No milling table included with mine. - Meh. I'm concerned by this being marketed as a milling machine. As it is, it is only safe to use as a drill press with an x-y positioning system. If you mill with this spindle, your toolholding can potentially go flying as the only toolholding available on the stock spindle is mountable only via a Jacob's taper, which is only meant for axial loads. On top of all of that, the milling table was actually missing from mine. I would have to source my own now. Based on the listing, it seems to pretty clearly include a milling table. This is marketed as a milling machine; what I got was an overpriced (albeit still kind of nice) drill press. Debating keeping it. It's a shame because the headstock is kind of exactly what I was looking for in a milling head, other than the spindle. Review: Has potential but I got a dud :( - This machine has potential, but the unit I received had a bad motor that showed signs of shorts in the coils. It got way to hot and started to have tiny wisps of smoke and a bad smell. This happens with electric motors from what I read online. I also read that most are happy with the manufacturer's other tools. As for the ShopFox in the limited testing I did the drill chuck appeared very stable and a small .5mm drillbit displayed no wobble I could see. I did not get to use the machine as it displayed the motor defects during the warmup run recommended in the instructions, and so I had to pack it up for return. It seemed like it would do the job of a small precise bench drill press for precision holes pretty well. I was sad to send it back, the lack of play in the drill chuck seemed like what I was looking for in a precision drill, with ability to do some light milling on plastic and soft metal parts. Getting the machine was a bit of a hassle, desertcart seems to think it comes in one box but it comes in two, the mill base and head in one and the slide table in the other. I received the mill but not the slide table and had to call and email desertcart about it to finally get the whole machine, then it didn't work. desertcart is great for some things, but for this machine in its two boxes they seem to be confused, so maybe confirm things with them if you're going to order it. ## Features - Item may ship in more than one box and may arrive separately - Motor: 0.2 HP, 2A, 110 Volt, single-phase - Drilling capacity: 1/4-Inch - Spindle taper: JT1 - Spindle travel: 1-1/2-Inch - Table size: 3-1/2-Inch by 8-Inch.Low speed range:0-3600,High speed range: 0-500 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001R23SC2 | | Amperage | 2 A | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,225,951 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #831 in Power Milling Machines | | Brand | Shop Fox | | Brand Name | Shop Fox | | Customer Reviews | 2.6 out of 5 stars 22 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00754001510364 | | Horsepower | 0.2 | | Item Weight | 30 pounds | | Manufacturer | Shop Fox | | Model | M1036 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | M1036 | | Speed | 3600 rpm | | UPC | 754001510364 | | Voltage | 110 volts | | Wattage | 200 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shop Fox - **Horsepower:** 0.2 - **Material:** Alloy Steel - **Speed:** 3600 RPM - **Voltage:** 110 Volts ## Images ![SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine, Small, black metallic - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51miZ7r9JpL.jpg) ![SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine, Small, black metallic - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/615VM5Th1uL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ This is a drill press. No milling table included with mine. *by D***. on July 10, 2025* Meh. I'm concerned by this being marketed as a milling machine. As it is, it is only safe to use as a drill press with an x-y positioning system. If you mill with this spindle, your toolholding can potentially go flying as the only toolholding available on the stock spindle is mountable only via a Jacob's taper, which is only meant for axial loads. On top of all of that, the milling table was actually missing from mine. I would have to source my own now. Based on the listing, it seems to pretty clearly include a milling table. This is marketed as a milling machine; what I got was an overpriced (albeit still kind of nice) drill press. Debating keeping it. It's a shame because the headstock is kind of exactly what I was looking for in a milling head, other than the spindle. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Has potential but I got a dud :( *by K***H on June 13, 2016* This machine has potential, but the unit I received had a bad motor that showed signs of shorts in the coils. It got way to hot and started to have tiny wisps of smoke and a bad smell. This happens with electric motors from what I read online. I also read that most are happy with the manufacturer's other tools. As for the ShopFox in the limited testing I did the drill chuck appeared very stable and a small .5mm drillbit displayed no wobble I could see. I did not get to use the machine as it displayed the motor defects during the warmup run recommended in the instructions, and so I had to pack it up for return. It seemed like it would do the job of a small precise bench drill press for precision holes pretty well. I was sad to send it back, the lack of play in the drill chuck seemed like what I was looking for in a precision drill, with ability to do some light milling on plastic and soft metal parts. Getting the machine was a bit of a hassle, Amazon seems to think it comes in one box but it comes in two, the mill base and head in one and the slide table in the other. I received the mill but not the slide table and had to call and email amazon about it to finally get the whole machine, then it didn't work. Amazon is great for some things, but for this machine in its two boxes they seem to be confused, so maybe confirm things with them if you're going to order it. ### ⭐⭐ Not reliable *by D***Y on December 7, 2017* A nice little machine - BUT - it quit after 2 months and about 3 hours of use. Too late to get a replacement, so now I have to start searching for a new motor and speed controller. And, yes, the fuse is ok. ## Frequently Bought Together - SHOP FOX M1036 Micro Milling Machine, Small, black metallic - SPEED TIGER Micrograin Carbide Square End Mill - 4 Flute - ISE7/64 4T (5 Pieces, 7/64") - for Milling Alloy Steels, Hardened Steel, Metal & More – Mill Bits Sets for DIYers & Professionals - AUTOTOOLHOME 1/8" 3/16" 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 1/2" high Speed Steel HSS 4 Flute Straight End Mill Cutter 5/32" 1/16" Set of 8 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6212102-shop-fox-m1036-micro-milling-machine-small-black-metallic](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/6212102-shop-fox-m1036-micro-milling-machine-small-black-metallic) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-08-22*