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Engraving Vinyl Records with 3018-PRO
Written By Patrizio Virtuani WARNING! Do not try to cut vinyl with a laser; the heat of the beam on the vinyl surface generates a very toxic gas, vinyl chloride,...
It Won't Be Moving! Genmitsu Vacuum Table for 3018-PROVer
A vacuum bed uses air pressure to push the stock down onto the bed by pumping out the air from underneath it, creating a partial vacuum. The resulting difference in air...
Review of 3020-PRO MAX Router Kit
First Impressions It is really well packed and protected, the packaging is specifically designed and created for this router. The assembly instructions are good. The quality of the parts seems...
Comparison of what spindle motors are available for 3018 small routers
Written by Graham Spindle Motors Comparison This is a comparison of spindle motors available for small routers, based on the SainSmart Genmitsu ‘3018’ family, including the 3020-PRO MAX. Physical Differences...
Genmitsu Dust shoe for 52mm Spindle Motor
Written by Graham I am using this on my 3020-PRO MAX. It’s not just a dust shoe for the 3020-PRO MAX, but a dust shoe for a 52mm diameter spindle...
Installing the 44mm Brushless Motor
Written by Graham B. This is a guide on installing and using the SainSmart 44mm 24V brushless motor on a 3018-PRO or 3018-PROVer.I am producing this as a document, mainly because...
How I Increase the precision of Genmitsu CNC Router
Increase the precision of Genmitsu CNC Router Provided by SainSmart Customer Here follows what I did to the Genmitsu 3018-PRO CNC Router (Now only $199) to achieve the precision...
A CNC Hobbyist's Review: Jinsoku LE-1620 Laser Engraver
Written by Leo Wrobel (a member of SainSmart Genmitsu CNC User Group) This year, I have found my new favorite hobby after purchasing the Sainsmart 3018-Prover and laser engraver. I...
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Posted by SainSmart onBy Duck Duck Wood When adding a Genmitsu 4040-PRO Max CNC to a small garage or workshop, space management quickly becomes an issue. While the machine offers a solid workspace...
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Posted by SainSmart onWritten by Christian Treier I have owned the SainSmart Genmitsu ProVerXL 2x2 CNC router for about three months now, and I am still experimenting to discover what the machine is...
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Posted by SainSmart onBy Kris Walton I happened upon the SainSmart Genmitsu brand by chance. After years of 3D printing and laser engraving, the world of CNC carving caught my eye. After trying...
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Posted by SainSmart onBy Greg W Johnson What started as a small garage CNC turned into a full rebuild of the Genmitsu 3020 Pro Max, mainly because I kept running into the same...
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Posted by SainSmart onWritten by Simon Edwards The Project Concept: Moving Beyond 3D Printing We are two A-Level pupils from a school in the UK. While we have extensive experience with laser cutters...
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Posted by SainSmart onBy Kenneth Duckworth In the high-stakes world of CNC machining, the most valuable lessons rarely come from the projects that go perfectly from CAD to completion. Instead, the real wisdom...
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Posted by SainSmart onBased on the Genmitsu product ecosystem, here is a comprehensive buyer’s guide tailored to three specific user profiles, followed by a specialized upgrade path for metal engraving enthusiasts using the...
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Posted by SainSmart onWritten by Larry Allen When life unexpectedly sidelined me with illness, I found myself searching for a way to calm my chaotic mind and support my future. I rediscovered my...
