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Review of Genmitsu 3018-PROVer Aluminum Spindle Holder
Now, after using the whole new assembly for a few weeks, I have to say that I am extremely happy with it. It takes the usability of this little machine...
How to Use Your Rotary Axis for the LE5040 with LaserGRBL
UPDATED BY GEORGE What You Will Need Genmitsu LE5040 CNC Laser Engraver Machine Genmitsu LE5040 Laser Rotary Roller LaserGRBL Cylindrical Stock Material Before You Start This guide builds on the...
Genmitsu Desktop CNC Router Machine Buyer's Guide
SainSmart Genmitsu series offers desktop CNC machines that are budget friendly yet versatile and powerful. These CNC machines can be used to cut anything from wax to wood and with the...
Introducing the SainSmart Online Resource Pages for the Genmitus 3018 Pro & PROVer CNC
As part of that ongoing effort, we have created master resource pages for our most popular CNC platforms, the Genmitsu 3018 Pro & PROVer. These pages have all the information...
New Tutorial: What is a Z-Probe & How to Use it!
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...
New Tutorial: Tuning your GRBL CNC Settings
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,...
New Tutorial: LightBurn Quick-Start Guide for Lasers
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...
New Tutorial: How to Upgrade your 3018 Pro CNC by Adding Axis Limit and Emergency Stop Switches
Attention all users with a 3018 Pro CNC! You, too, can have all the features of our newer PROVer CNC. This guide will walk you through the process of installing...
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Posted by SainSmart onTurning a PCB design into a physical board does not always require sending the files to a fabrication service. With KiCad, FlatCAM, and a desktop CNC such as the Cubiko...
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Posted by SainSmart onRick Salisko shares how he refined an 18-inch Rummoli board through nine versions and carved it with a Genmitsu PROVerXL 6050 Plus CNC.
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Posted by SainSmart onA machinist and maker shares how a Genmitsu CNC became an evolving engineering project, creative outlet, and connection to the maker community.
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Posted by SainSmart onSainSmart is heading to IFA Berlin 2026 (Sept 4–8) at Booth H17_189, showcasing the Genmitsu CNC Router lineup, Genmitsu Laser Engravers, and Cubiko. Come meet the team and explore our...
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Posted by SainSmart onThe 3018 REX is built on 15 years of maker experience and 8 years of CNC feedback. Here's why we built it — and what makes it different from every...
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Posted by SainSmart onSainSmart is exhibiting at IWF 2026 — North America's largest woodworking trade show — August 25–28 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Visit us at Booth A10915 and...
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Posted by SainSmart onDiscover what ATC (Automatic Tool Change) means for CNC routers, how it transforms small shop production, and why the Genmitsu PRONAX Spark 6090 and Forge 8080 are the go-to ATC...
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Posted by SainSmart onWritten by Oliver How do you turn CAD and CAM from abstract software lessons into an engineering project that students will remember? At Highgate School, the answer began with a...
