Portable Headstone Engraving Machine for Sale

CNC Pro for memorial work

Portable headstone engraving equipment that rolls to the grave

The CNC Pro is RedArt’s portable headstone engraving machine. It travels in a military-grade rolling case, wheels to the gravesite or monument, and engraves granite, marble, limestone and concrete in place, with no lifting equipment.

It’s a patented CNC (U.S. Patent No. 10,160,079) that cuts with diamond bits to a programmed depth, on flat or vertical surfaces, from a standard outlet or a small generator.

Real work

Memorials engraved with the CNC Pro

RedArt’s project gallery holds 200+ real engravings in concrete, stone, boulders and wood, memorials among them. Owner stories describe individual experiences, and results vary; see the earnings disclosure.

CNC bit carving a recessed center into a dog-bone-shaped concrete piece

Rodney Melton, Melton MemorialsA U.S. Army veteran who travels with his CNC Pro to honor fallen soldiers and create personalized headstones across multiple states.Read the story →

9/11 memorial of two steel towers topped by sculpted busts, the base engraved "WILL" and "NEVER", with visitors nearby

Paul James: a 9/11 memorial in Texas stoneFor a memorial organized by Rowlett, TX Fire Department No. 2, Paul engraved “9-11-01 — WE WILL NEVER FORGET” on five slabs of Texas Charcoal Gray Lueder stone.Read the story →

Red-brown headstone engraved "daughter, mother, Mimi, beloved friend" with a vase, in a cemetery

An upright headstone in a cemeteryScript and serif lettering on a red-brown upright headstone.

Memorial boulder for a fallen police officer, engraved with badges and Jeremiah 17:7-8

A fallen officer’s memorial boulder (cast concrete)Police badges, a Bible verse and “End of Watch” for a fallen officer.

Memorial engraved in a concrete walkway by a flagpole honoring five CTEH family members

A memorial in a concrete walkwayFive names, stars and an epitaph engraved in sidewalk concrete beside a flagpole.

Who it's for

Who on-site memorial engraving is for

Businesses that already serve families and cemeteries, and new owners starting from scratch.

Monument dealers and memorial companiesAdd headstone lettering and personalization to your services, in the shop or on site.

Cemetery operatorsEngrave memorial bricks, pavers and plaza dedications on the grounds without bringing in heavy equipment.

Stone and concrete contractorsAdd memorial walkways, plaza dedications and veteran pavers to your work.

Headstone engravers and new businessesRedArt’s owner business models include memorial engraving, temporary headstones, pet memorials, and boulder and monument engraving. No franchise fees or royalties.

How it works

How on-site headstone engraving works

Monument engraving with a portable CNC follows five steps, in a cemetery or in your shop. Before your first job, read silica dust and safe operation.

Roll it to the stoneThe complete system weighs 114 lb (52 kg). The machine travels in a waterproof rolling case that fits in a pickup bed.

Set up and levelSet up a work zone and keep visitors clear. For flat work, level the rail frame on four threaded feet in minutes. Vertical faces need a support frame or brackets for the rails; ask our team about mounting on your stone. The cutting head floats to follow uneven stone.

Lay out and approveBuild the inscription in VCarve on the included laptop, importing JPEG, PNG, EPS or CAD artwork. Have the family or customer approve the proof on screen before cutting.

EngraveDiamond bits cut to the depth you set, up to 2 inches, with detail to 0.006 inch. Keep the surface wet or run a dust-collecting vacuum, and wear eye, hearing and breathing protection.

Finish and pack upLeave a natural recess, add pigment, or fill with epoxy, then pack the machine back in its case. Job time depends on the design, depth and stone.

Applications

What you can engrave: headstones, markers and memorials

The CNC Pro cuts text, logos, line art, photos converted to vector art, relief and 3D carving. Large layouts tile across several setups, or extend the frame to 24 by 72 inches with optional rails.

Headstone lettering and personalizationLettering, epitaphs and emblems on headstones and markers, in the shop or on site. Talk to our team about your stone and setup.

Religious monuments and historic markersScripture, emblems and lettering for houses of worship and historic sites.

Memorial stones and bouldersFamily and fallen-officer memorials; the cutting head floats to follow a boulder’s contour.

Veteran memorial bricks and paversNames and emblems for veterans and donor programs.

Plaza, walkway and wall dedicationsCut into existing concrete, flat or vertical, with no demolition or new pour.

Temporary headstones and pet memorialsTemporary markers, and pet memorials in stone or granite offcuts.

Compare methods

Gravestone engraving machines compared: portable CNC, sandblast or laser

Every method has a place. Here is how they compare for cemetery work.

Portable CNC (CNC Pro)

Where: on site or in the shop, flat or vertical. How: a diamond bit cuts each letter to a programmed depth, with no stencils or blast media. Setup: power, wet cutting or a vacuum for dust, a 24 by 36 inch frame per setup (larger layouts tile) and clearance over raised edges.

Sandblast and stencil

Where: the long-standing method for monument lettering, in the shop and, with portable equipment, in the cemetery. How: abrasive media cuts through a rubber stencil; fine serifs and small text are harder to hold. Setup: on site it needs masking, containment and silica controls.

Laser etching

Where and how: widely used for photo-style portraits and fine surface detail. Letter depth and on-site options vary by system.

Shop stone router

Where: in the shop. How: suited to slab work on a fixed machine. Setup: the stone has to come to the shop.

Specs

Headstone engraving equipment specs at a glance

Key figures for memorial work. Full technical specifications are on the CNC Pro spec sheet.

Engraving area	24 x 36 in; 24 x 72 in with optional rail extensions ($1,500 + shipping); larger jobs tile
Depth and detail	Up to 2 in (51 mm) deep in most materials; detail to 0.006 in (0.15 mm); programmable depth
Surfaces	Horizontal and vertical; floating Z-axis follows contoured stone, locks for flat stock
Materials	Granite, marble, limestone, stone, boulders, concrete, pavers, brick, tile and more
Power	120V on a standard 15A outlet, 15 ft lead; 2,000 W inverter generator recommended off-grid
Weight and case	114 lb (52 kg) complete; waterproof rolling case, 57 x 16 x 12 in
Setup	Flat: leveled in minutes on four threaded feet, no anchoring. Vertical: rails braced with a support frame or brackets.
Tooling	10 diamond-impregnated bits included; 1/4 in shank; cuts wet or dry (fine-detail bits run wet)
Warranty and origin	1-year limited warranty on major components (router, motion system, controller and electronics); laptop covered by its maker’s warranty; designed and assembled in Bountiful, Utah

Price and what's included

Headstone engraving machine for sale: $25,000 plus shipping and tax

The CNC Pro system is $25,000 plus shipping and sales tax, with no franchise fees or royalties. The headstone and monument engraving equipment, training and a year of direct engineer support are included.

Financing is available through a third-party lender, Western Equipment Finance, subject to credit approval; startups can apply and the lender decides. Explore equipment financing.

Budget separately for replacement bits ($25 to $50 each), finishing supplies such as epoxy and stain, a dust vacuum for dry cutting, and a generator for sites without power.

In the caseCNC Pro rails, gantry, leveling feet and hand tools; variable-speed router; controller enclosure with cabling; military-grade rolling case.

Tooling and software10 diamond bits and a preconfigured laptop with VCarve.

TrainingSelf-paced video training and the Owner’s Portal; no prior CNC experience needed. In-person training costs extra.

SupportOne year of direct engineer support, support tickets you can submit any time, and a private community of 300+ owners.

Business developmentPricing matrix, marketing playbook, sales scripts and job templates.

Warranty1-year limited warranty on major components; the laptop has its maker’s warranty.

FAQ

Headstone engraving machine FAQ

How much does a headstone engraving machine cost?

The RedArt CNC Pro is $25,000 plus shipping and sales tax. That includes the machine, 10 diamond bits, a preconfigured laptop with VCarve, training, one year of direct engineer support and a 1-year limited warranty on major components (the laptop carries its maker's warranty). Financing is available through a third-party lender, subject to credit approval. Budget separately for replacement bits ($25 to $50 each), finishing supplies such as epoxy and stain, a dust vacuum for dry cutting, and a generator for sites without power.

Can I engrave a headstone without removing it from the cemetery?

The CNC Pro is built to engrave in place: it wheels to gravesites, runs on an outlet or generator, and works on horizontal and vertical surfaces. Every set headstone is different, though. Fit depends on the stone's size and shape, the clearance around the base and any vase, how the rails can be supported on an upright face, and how the existing lettering was cut. Talk to our team about your stone and setup; photos and dimensions help us tell you whether the CNC Pro suits the job.

Can a tombstone engraving machine cut granite and marble?

Yes. The CNC Pro engraves granite, marble, limestone, natural stone and boulders, as well as concrete, pavers, brick and tile. Operators adjust the feed rate for softer or denser stone, and bit life depends on the material. If your work centers on a particular stone or surface finish, talk to our team about your stone and setup before you buy.

How deep can a headstone engraving machine cut?

The CNC Pro has programmable depth control and cuts up to 2 inches (51 mm) deep in most materials, with detail as fine as 0.006 inch (0.15 mm); fine-detail bits run wet. Ball-nose, V, detail and end-mill bits are included, so you choose the letter profile and set its depth in the design file.

What power does it need, and will it run on a generator?

The CNC Pro runs on 120V from a standard 15A outlet with no special wiring, using the supplied 15 ft lead. Where there's no line power, RedArt recommends a 2,000 W inverter generator, which is not included. Use a grounded outlet, follow OSHA ground-fault protection rules for job sites, and keep water away from the controller and laptop.

How heavy is the machine, and how long does setup take?

The complete system weighs 114 lb (52 kg), and the machine travels in a 57 x 16 x 12 inch military-grade waterproof rolling case that fits in a pickup bed. For flat work, the aluminum rail frame levels on four threaded feet in minutes, with no anchoring. Vertical faces need a support frame or brackets for the rails, so ask our team about mounting for your job.

How do you control silica dust when engraving stone in a cemetery?

Cutting stone and concrete releases crystalline silica dust. Keep the surface wet or run a dust-collecting vacuum, wear an N95-or-better respirator when dust is present, and use impact-rated safety glasses and hearing protection. Set up a work zone that keeps visitors, pets and traffic away. OSHA's silica standard applies if you have employees. Unlike sandblasting, there are no rubber stencils or blast media to contain.

Do I need engraving or CNC experience?

No prior CNC experience is needed. Owners learn with self-paced video training and the Owner's Portal, backed by a year of direct engineer support, support tickets they can submit any time and a private owners' group. An engineer can also remote into the laptop to help. Prior business experience helps, and in-person training costs extra.

I just need one headstone engraved. Can RedArt do it?

RedArt designs and sells the CNC Pro and doesn't take engraving jobs; CNC Pro owners run independent businesses. If you're arranging a memorial, call 435-292-5072 or submit a job request on our contact page, and our team can point you toward an owner who may be able to help. If you're a monument dealer or engraver who wants to offer this service, see if you're a fit.

Next step

See if on-site memorial engraving fits your business

Tell us about your business and the memorial work you want to offer.

Prefer to talk? Call 435-292-5072 or talk to an expert. You can also see a CNC Pro run by appointment.

Portable Headstone Engraving Machine