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How to Refer a Friend and Earn Rewards

Posted by SainSmart on September 06, 2020

Refer-a-Friend is a part of our Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reward Program to let you and your friends access better deals and special offers on sainsmart.com. So how exactly does it work? 1. Join SainSmart WIP Reward...

Tags: Tutorials , WIP

New Tutorial: What is a Z-Probe & How to Use it!

Posted by SainSmart on June 15, 2020

Not sure what a Z axis probe is, or how to use it with your GRBL CNC? Take a look at this guide which tells you what it is, why it's so valuable and how to use it.

Tags: CNC , How-To , Tutorials

New Tutorial: Tuning your GRBL CNC Settings

Posted by SainSmart on June 12, 2020

Want to get the most out of your GRBL-based CNC? This guide will walk you through the different firmware parameters, helping you understand which settings are worth changing and why, as well as providing tests in order to dial in to the optimal settings for your specific CNC!

Tags: CNC , How-To , Tutorials

Everything You Wanted to Know About TPU but Were Afraid to Ask

Posted by SainSmart on June 10, 2020

TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) is a subclass of thermoplastics which prints strong parts that are also flexible. It is great for a variety of projects, such as shoe insoles, watch bands, phone cases, drone parts and more! Check this blog to learn more about how to print TPU filaments.

Tags: 3D Printing , TPU , Tutorials

New Tutorial: LightBurn Quick-Start Guide for Lasers

Posted by SainSmart on May 22, 2020

Just get a new laser module to upgrade your CNC? Or maybe you have another GRBL based laser system and are looking for help with how to get started? This tutorial will walk you through how to configure and use LightBurn controller software for the first time.

Powerful, affordable & user friendly, LightBurn makes using lasers a breeze!

Tags: CNC , How-To , Laser , Tutorials