Consistent hole placement
Servo-driven positioning reduces repeated measuring and helps maintain accurate hole positions from panel to panel.
Matrix Side-Drilling Machine
Repeatable CNC side drilling for cabinetry, carcasses, flat-pack furniture and panel-based manufacturing.
The Matrix makes horizontal drilling more consistent, reducing manual marking and measuring for dowels, fittings and connectors.
- VCarve Pro included
- Touch-screen control
- Delivery & installation
- Machine & software training
2800mmStandard workable panel length
2 × 2.2kWHQD drilling spindles
18,000rpmMaximum spindle speed
1,100kgMachine weight
Efficient Side Drilling, Made Straightforward
A dedicated drilling machine for workshops producing repeat furniture and cabinet components.
Made for furniture production
Designed around horizontal holes for dowels, cabinet fittings and connectors used in panel-based manufacturing.
Supported from installation
Our team provides delivery, installation, machine and software training, with ongoing UK-based assistance.
Materials & Applications
Designed for businesses where panel-edge drilling is a regular part of production.
Kitchens & cabinetryCabinet sides, shelves and carcass components
Wardrobes & furniturePanel joints, dowels and fittings
ShopfittingRepeatable drilling in suitable board materials
Flat-pack productionConnector and hardware hole patterns
Discuss panel dimensions, materials and drilling patterns with our team to confirm machine suitability.
How Matrix Fits Your Workflow
A straightforward process helps operators produce repeatable panel holes without constant manual layout.
Set up
Position the panel and prepare the required drilling operation for its furniture fittings or connectors.
Drill
Create accurately positioned horizontal holes using the Matrix's dedicated spindle and servo motion system.
Repeat
Use a controlled process across recurring cabinet, wardrobe and modular-furniture components.
The correct drilling programme and settings depend on your materials, hardware and panel specifications.
Matrix Side-Drilling Specification
Core machine dimensions, machining performance, control systems and included technical support.
Machine format: Standard 2800mm workable length, with bespoke configurations available on enquiry.
Machine Specification
- Standard power
- 3-phase
- Single-phase
- Available
- Dimensions
- 3300L × 940W × 1300H mm
- Workable length
- 2800mm
- Machine weight
- 1,100kg
Performance
- Spindles
- 2 × 2.2kW HQD
- Maximum speed
- 18,000rpm
- Processing accuracy
- ±0.1mm
- Reposition accuracy
- ±0.02mm
- Motors & drives
- High-precision servo
Control & Support
- X/Y axis
- Helical rack & pinion
- Z axis
- Pneumatic cylinder
- Controller
- Included
- Touch screen
- Included
- Warranty
- 1-year parts & labour
Dimensions, accuracy and performance figures are those given in the supplied Matrix specification. Confirm the final configuration, site access and requirements before ordering.
Included Equipment & Site Preparation
Key practical details to help plan delivery, positioning and training.
Included with the Matrix
The machine is supplied with a controller, touch screen and installation support.
- Controller and touch screen
- Bearing self-cleaning wipers
- Delivery and installation
- Machine and software training
Customer site requirements
Please arrange the following for machine arrival and commissioning.
- 2-ton forklift for offloading
- Two pallet trucks for positioning
- PC or laptop for software use
- Suitable electrical supply and site access
More Than a Side-Drilling Machine
Practical support from the Opus CNC team to help move your new Matrix from delivery into everyday production.
Delivery & installation
Delivery, installation and commissioning, subject to suitable site preparations.
Operator training
Guidance on safe operation, setup and repeat drilling jobs.
Control & software
Touch-screen control and VCarve Pro supplied, with software guidance included.
Warranty & support
One-year parts and labour warranty under the supplied specification, plus ongoing Opus technical support.
Trusted by leading organisations.
From education and engineering to manufacturing, motorsport and specialist production, organisations across the UK use machinery supplied by Opus CNC.
Let’s discuss your requirements
Tell us about your panel sizes, drilling patterns and furniture production. We’ll help confirm the most suitable Matrix specification and provide pricing.
Delivery & installationTraining includedUK-based aftercare
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Frequently Asked Questions
Practical answers about the Matrix machine, installation, training and site requirements.
What is the Matrix used for?
A dedicated side-drilling machine for holes used in cabinetry, flat-pack furniture, panel fittings and connectors.
Is Opus CNC a UK company?
Yes. Opus CNC is based in the North East of England, with engineers supporting customers across the UK and Northern Ireland.
Is VCarve Pro supplied?
The supplied Matrix page lists VCarve Pro as included. We can discuss any additional software requirements for your specific workflow.
Is delivery and training included?
Yes. Delivery, installation, machine training and software guidance are included, subject to site readiness.
Does it require three-phase power?
Three-phase power is standard, and the supplied specification lists single-phase availability.
What is required for delivery?
A forklift with at least 2-ton lift capacity, two pallet trucks for positioning and a PC or laptop for software use.
What warranty is included?
The supplied Matrix specification lists a one-year parts and labour warranty, subject to the applicable terms.
Flexible CNC Machinery Finance
Asset finance can help spread the cost of machinery investment while protecting working capital. We work with Anglo Scottish Asset Finance to explore options, subject to status and approval.
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Share your panel sizes, materials and production requirements and we’ll help confirm whether Matrix is the right machine for your workshop.
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