Shaper Tools Origin and Plate

Bring digital precision to the craft of woodworking

Work hands on with unparalleled accuracy, flexibility and efficiency.

Precise Joinery
Combine Origin with Shaper Workstation to cut mortise and tenons, box joints, and other custom joinery with ease and precision.

The vertical and horizontal workholding capabilities of Workstation allow for a range of different projects and the ability to cut tenons at any angle from 0° to 45° with confidence.

Combine Origin’s Box Joint Basic Extension with Workstation to cut precise box joints with ease.

Unmatched Portability
Bring Origin to the job and work at any scale. Install virtually any hardware or inlay, and route pockets with minimal setup and maximum repeatability.

Combine with Plate – the universal template for Origin – to work on smaller tasks from hardware installation to corner rounding.

Easy Hardware Installation
Cut perfect features for any piece of hardware. With ShaperHub’s Hardware Catalog we’ve created over a hundred tested and verified free hardware templates from top manufacturers.

Studio
Simplified design for craftspeople. Studio automatically syncs to Origin from any device.

On-tool design
Use Origin to create designs wherever you work. Make adjustments on-site, on the fly, no computer required.

ShaperHub
Explore ShaperHub’s continuously expanding catalogue of downloadable hardware and projects.

Import designs
Work with files from your favorite design software and get cutting faster with quick file transfer through ShaperHub. (USB transfer also available).

Origin Extensions
Upgrade Origin with optional extensions – specialized on-tool functions designed to increase productivity.

Advanced Joinery
Add sophisticated elements and handcrafted details to solid wood projects and custom furniture.

Custom Signage
Bring text to life with personalized signage, large and small.

Install Hardware
Inlay hardware, cut mortises for door hinges, and make on-the-fly adjustments.

Keepsake Boxes
Bring your idea to life with easy-to-use design and layout tools. Route intricate joinery like this double dovetail box with Origin and Workstation.

Flooring
Create custom inlays, vents, repairs and patches, onsite with precision and efficiency.

Custom Instruments
Cut everything from profiles and pickups to fret inlays and make design adjustments as you work.