NUMcut extends capability of machinery from 2D to 3D applications, with multi-axis interpolation. Tool head design provides versatility of movement and stiffness required to implement precision cutting motion, but with very low mass and elimination of cabling runs that need to flex with tool head movement. Head offers simple upgrade path for CNC machines. Tool head employs gimbals and Cardan universal joint to convert movement of two linear actuators into 360 degrees of panning motion plus control of tilt angle up to 47 degrees.