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What is a True 4th Axis on CNC and How's it Different from a Fake One

Posted by SainSmart on May 12, 2023

Are you a machinist or CNC operator looking to improve your manufacturing processes? Then you might have heard about the term "4th axis" in CNC machining. The 4th Axis is an essential feature that allows for the cutti...

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Review of Genmitsu 3018-PROVer V2 CNC Router, Part 1

Posted by SainSmart on November 01, 2022

Written by Graham Bland. You can find me on the Facebook group SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Users Group All comments, suggestions and corrections are welcome. This is Genmitsu 3018-PROVer V2 CNC Router, currently availab...

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Customer Review: Jinsoku LC-40 Laser Engraver

Posted by SainSmart on September 20, 2022

With the Jinsoku LC-40, SainSmart has a new entry into the world of CNC lasers in its range. We took a closer look at the model and compared it to our 3018-PRO DIY CNC milling machine, which had previously been upgraded with a laser. In terms of price, the two models are the same at around €400, as is the 5.5 W laser module used. Besides the obvious - the optics - there are also some other differences.

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Jinsoku Laser Engraver Buyer's Guide

Posted by SainSmart on July 07, 2022

Written by Chris What's Desktop Laser Engraving? Laser engraving is a process that utilizes a small laser to create permanent marks on a material's surface. Many of these Laser modules or processes are capable of cutt...

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Announcing Our Partnership with Inventables' Easel Software!

Posted by SainSmart on June 21, 2022

SainSmart is happy to announce our partnership with Inventables. Featuring Easel and Easel Pro. ALL In One CNC Software. In our pursuit to deliver ease of use, value, and performance to our products, we believe this...

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