Gerber Sabre 408 CNC Router
Powers On, Needs Z-Axis Repair
Includes Vacuum & Dust Systems

Make/Model: Gerber Sabre 408
Year of Purchase: May 2010
Environment: University sign shop / institutional use

Overview
This Gerber Sabre 408 CNC Router was used in a university sign shop primarily for fabrication of ADA-compliant signage, engraved nameplates, stencils, and general CNC routing projects. Machine has been professionally maintained in a controlled institutional environment.
Condition (Status):
Powers on, but requires repair.
In August 2024 the machine developed an error related to the Z-axis encoder/motor system. The machine is currently non-operational and sold as-is.
Known Issue / Diagnosis
Error traced to the Z-axis control system.
Recommended repair is replacement of one of the following boards:
• Gerber Sabre Driver Board – Part # P63513D
• Gerber Sabre PCA-FAS-3 Control Board (4M)
Buyer should expect to troubleshoot and replace at least one Z-axis control board.
Major Service History
• Z Axis Motor replaced: April 2022
o Part: P61544B – Gerber Z Axis Motor
• Z Axis Amp Board replaced: 2023
o Part: PP61521B – Amp Board
Included Equipment
Sale includes the complete CNC system and associated shop equipment:
• Gerber Sabre 408 CNC Router Table
• Industrial vacuum pumps for material hold-down
• Dust collection system for debris management
• Auto Z Touch Pad control panel
• High-frequency spindle(s) (requires dedicated electrical circuits)
Typical Applications
• ADA signage fabrication
• Engraved plaques and nameplates
• Stencil cutting
• General CNC routing for plastics, woods, and composites
Additional Notes
• Equipment has been in institutional use only (no production factory environment).
• No software licenses or technical support included.
• Buyer responsible for removal, transport, rigging, and electrical setup.
• Sold as-is, where-is, with no warranties or guarantees
Misc drill bits included as well
54" bed width
102.5" bed length