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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,...
Everything You Wanted to Know About TPU but Were Afraid to Ask
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...
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...
New Tutorial: How to Set Up & Use Candle for Multiple CNC Operations
Do you have your Genmitsu 3018 Pro or PROVer CNC fully assembled, but find yourself to be a little confused how or what you should use to operate it from your...
New Tutorial: Fusion 360 Guide to Understanding CNC Roughing & Finishing Passes
Following up on our prior introduction to Autodesk Fusion 360 for your CNC, this guide goes more in depth into the CAM portion of Fusion, focusing on tried and true machining...
New Tutorial: Fusion 360 Quick Start Guide for CNC
The software we are highlighting today is Autodesk Fusion 360 for use with your CNC, a free Integrated CAD and CAM package which conveniently lets you design your project and...
Review for Genmitsu CNC Router 3018-MX3
This post was written by KENNETH HILLRIEGEL. Thanks a lot. The SainSmart Genmitsu CNC Router 3018 MX3 was designed with me, the absolute beginner in mind. This excellent self-teaching tool allowed...
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Posted by SainSmart onWritten by Graham This is a guide to the ER 11 collets and holders and their use on Genmitsu CNC Routers. It should also be applicable to most CNC routers using...
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Posted by SainSmart onWritten 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...
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Posted by SainSmart onUpgrading a Sainsmart Genmitsu 3018-PROVer with a 3040 Y-axis Extension, an Aluminum Spindle Holder, and a 500 Watt spindle motor by techydiy (Youtuber) Genmitsu Y-axis Expansion Kit 3040 Y-axis Extension...
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Posted by SainSmart onWhat is a Z Probe? When running any project on your CNC machine, it is vital to accurately define the point at which Z=0 for a successful outcome. For most...
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Posted by SainSmart onUPDATED 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...
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Posted by SainSmart onRefer-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?...
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Posted by SainSmart onNot 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...
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Posted by SainSmart onWant 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,...
