im currently a trainee Precicion mechanic and i can say from my own experiece that the snapmaker can handle aluminim if done correctly. however you need to prepare g codes in something else than luban since you need a lot more settings and also some experience with machining metals but it is indeed possible to get good results with a snapmaker.
I love how this kind of machines are being made smaller and a lot more accesible for public. I think you can work aluminum, just need the right settings
Such a clear overview, well done. Love the honest experiential process. Also so nice to see your dad helping out and offering his own expertise to your work. Keep up the good(wood) work!
you could properbly cut down on some of the time, if you used multiple bits. Maybe a "thick" ball end mill for roughing pass and then a fine angle milling bit for details.
I know this is 2 years late, but in case anyone like me us just seeing this. The reason you failed on the aluminum is almost certainly the bit. It will probably be fine if you get a milling bit actually designed for cutting aluminum. The material, even the angle of cut on the tool is different for metal compared to wood. I would bet almost anything that this machine could mill even steel if you just put in the correct bit and set it to a low speed and cut depth. Yes it will be very slow compared to an industrial metal mill, but for prototype parts it might still be great. Also with the correct type of bit it will generate much less heat while cutting.
Thank you.. I am really looking at my first CNC / Laser and was looking at this unit but now with rotary on top of the other options you have helped me make my decission.. Please keep tit up
Great review!! I agree with you about the safety switch which sould be in every Snapmaker and not sold separatly:) as well some bugs around safety which should definetly corrected!
Thanks for your suggestion! Actually Emergency button is sold separately and placed together with rotary module. Here is the link shop.snapmaker.com/collections/parts-accessories/products/snapmaker-2-0-rotary-module?variant=33244375941183. We will continuously improve our products and bring the best for users.
From what I can see, you were probably just cutting the aluminum too slowly. A higher feed rate or depth of cut would produce bigger chips and stay cooler.
The soft brownish material could/should be Ren Shape. REN Shape 450 is easily machined with minimal cutter wear. Important features include superior edge definition, low shrinkage and water absorption and good quality surface finish. Most pattern shops use it extensively. I think it is ideal for this application. Check it out - it's available world-wide.
Super materiał ! Jak myślisz Snapmaker wystawił na sprzedarz teraz mocniejszą głowice jeżeli tak mozna to nazwać :) 200W CNC , myślisz że warte kupienia , niby ma poradzić sobie z aluminium . pozdrawiam i dzieki za odpowiedz
No to teraz czas na drukowanie na okrągłym. Nie wiem z jakiego materiału walec najlepiej zastosować. Jest film jak ktoś drukował. Jeżeli chodzi o gcode to on zrobił to w bardzo prosty sposób, rozwinął model do płaskiego w programie do projektowania, a potem pociął zwykłym slicerem, ale nie wiem czy w tym slicerze da się zamienić osie.
Could you machine from the tip of a piece of wood to the back and cut each chess piece off as you go (or have the machine cut the adjoining material as a last step)? This would make it the wood equivalent of a 'belt printer'.
Thus was an interesting video to watch but I have a few suggestions: Build an enclosure (box) to house your CNC & Laser machines and equip It with a dust collection system so that it keep your work area clean AS you work. An enclosure will keep the wood chip pieces from spilling all over your walls and floors. Also, set up aa duct in back or side of enclosure to make it easy to attach your vacuum or a more powerful dust or debris collector. You can make the enclosure from plexiglass (for visibility) or a combination of plexiglass and wood, for strength and Great visibility. Also, put some L.E.D. lights around enclosure, to aid your lighting of the work piece as you record your video. Use the 5k wavelength, or what we call DAYLIGHT..So that your camera will record colors properly. Good luck on future projects. Oh, yeah... I appreciate your video being in English but your pronunciation needs some small adjustments. You pronounced most of your words correctly but a few weren't even close... and made it hard to understand. Good video, though. Keep them coming!
Co do aluminium spróbuj zrobić jeszcze jedną próbę ale na aluminium pa6 lub pa9, to co miałeś wygląda na zwykle aluminium ciągnione i frezowanie tego to droga przez mękę.
Do you know any free of at least cheap software that can be used to create 4 axis g-code for a generic rotary axis cnc? It's 6040 cnc i bought on ebay.
How.much for.the 4th axis.? Just going to the nearest electronic hardware shop (in Paris, 11th arrondissement, as I live in the region) a safety switch just cost me 10€, maybe more than online, but practical to just have to take the metro to get your own hardware
It seems like an interesting machine. My main concern is if it is too "closed off" ? Can a user use their own extruder/hotend etc for 3D Printing / modify the "stock components" in any way, or no?
It’s probably rigid polyurethane foam. It’s usually 10-15lbs per cubic foot and is used in model making and with CNC. Easy to work with, but wear a respirator
dont like u stickn the paper gage in there while it rotating with ur finger> i hav a cetus 3d printer, and im mostly in control of the steps to calibrate> it>
What used to make this channel interesting was it's original claim to fame(printed Dremel CNC) and innovation along those lines of creating things that were genuinely useful rather than just buying expensive machines and using those......
Please avoid claiming your review is unbiased when a company has given you a product worth more than $2000 for free. Receiving such a high-value item can influence your perspective, even if you don't intend it to. What you're doing is essentially a product-sponsored review, where you've received an expensive product in exchange for creating a video and reviewing it. It's important to be transparent with your viewers to maintain trust and credibility.
4:11 I know you said you've never used a 4th axis, but you didn't say that you've NEVER USED THE SNAPMAKER ITSELF.... And even though you make YT videos, you are incapable of researching them on the same platform? You see your bit plunging deep into the material, and then into the clamp.... Would you have just let it keep going all the way through the floor? That fancy power switch (software based E-stop) you bought isn't really useful, if you don't actually use it....
Bardzo mi sie nie podoba ze Ty bedac Polakiem prowadzisz bloga po angielsku wydaje mi sie ze jak chcialbys dotrzec do publiki Anglojezycznej to wystarczylo by wlaczyc Napisy
You said you like the software? That alone tells me you're not very creative or discerning. The primary objective is to create original art and if your not real computer savvy trying to get luban 4.01 to work and play with other programs is quite a challenge!
im currently a trainee Precicion mechanic and i can say from my own experiece that the snapmaker can handle aluminim if done correctly. however you need to prepare g codes in something else than luban since you need a lot more settings and also some experience with machining metals but it is indeed possible to get good results with a snapmaker.
I love how this kind of machines are being made smaller and a lot more accesible for public.
I think you can work aluminum, just need the right settings
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Such a clear overview, well done. Love the honest experiential process. Also so nice to see your dad helping out and offering his own expertise to your work. Keep up the good(wood) work!
you could properbly cut down on some of the time, if you used multiple bits. Maybe a "thick" ball end mill for roughing pass and then a fine angle milling bit for details.
Your content quality it's amazing. 10 seconds in. Never seen you before. 🎉👍
Very good product
Please make diy 4th axis for dremel cnc with guide
Would also love this. However it probably won't be possible of the limited z hight.
ruclips.net/channel/UCMvjS2Dw20ukoyPID0BmGHA
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He didn't make it goofball. It's an accessory from snapmaker.
thanks for explaining about the snapmaker i am looking into buying one! maybe!
I know this is 2 years late, but in case anyone like me us just seeing this. The reason you failed on the aluminum is almost certainly the bit. It will probably be fine if you get a milling bit actually designed for cutting aluminum. The material, even the angle of cut on the tool is different for metal compared to wood. I would bet almost anything that this machine could mill even steel if you just put in the correct bit and set it to a low speed and cut depth. Yes it will be very slow compared to an industrial metal mill, but for prototype parts it might still be great. Also with the correct type of bit it will generate much less heat while cutting.
Thank you.. I am really looking at my first CNC / Laser and was looking at this unit but now with rotary on top of the other options you have helped me make my decission.. Please keep tit up
Great review!! I agree with you about the safety switch which sould be in every Snapmaker and not sold separatly:) as well some bugs around safety which should definetly corrected!
Thanks for your suggestion! Actually Emergency button is sold separately and placed together with rotary module. Here is the link shop.snapmaker.com/collections/parts-accessories/products/snapmaker-2-0-rotary-module?variant=33244375941183. We will continuously improve our products and bring the best for users.
@@Snapmaker this is a great news:) very very nice!
From what I can see, you were probably just cutting the aluminum too slowly. A higher feed rate or depth of cut would produce bigger chips and stay cooler.
Nice! Next module version could be a trunnion for 5 axis.
I got very excited when you mentioned that you will look at integrating something like this on the indymill! Have you had a look at this yet?
The soft brownish material could/should be Ren Shape. REN Shape 450 is easily machined with minimal cutter wear. Important features include superior edge definition, low shrinkage and water absorption and good quality surface finish. Most pattern shops use it extensively. I think it is ideal for this application. Check it out - it's available world-wide.
Fantastic !
the pink material appears to be automotive body repair compound (Bondo body filler)
would the quality of the textures be smoother if you were to do a rough pass first?
Amazon sells the safety switch.
Super materiał ! Jak myślisz Snapmaker wystawił na sprzedarz teraz mocniejszą głowice jeżeli tak mozna to nazwać :) 200W CNC , myślisz że warte kupienia , niby ma poradzić sobie z aluminium . pozdrawiam i dzieki za odpowiedz
Good job you are the best
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No to teraz czas na drukowanie na okrągłym. Nie wiem z jakiego materiału walec najlepiej zastosować. Jest film jak ktoś drukował. Jeżeli chodzi o gcode to on zrobił to w bardzo prosty sposób, rozwinął model do płaskiego w programie do projektowania, a potem pociął zwykłym slicerem, ale nie wiem czy w tym slicerze da się zamienić osie.
Use a 3 flute 55 degree end mill or ball mill, very good for aluminium.
One flute ar better for aluminum and need drops of oil almos every minute
Thanks for info on Bit
Could Dremelcnc be upgraded with 4th axis?
Nice! Could you try and carve into a ceramic mug.
Could you machine from the tip of a piece of wood to the back and cut each chess piece off as you go (or have the machine cut the adjoining material as a last step)? This would make it the wood equivalent of a 'belt printer'.
very good
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Cool!
Question.. can you attach a item with a smaller mount and larger width so long as its attached to the mount
How much would this set cost?
Thus was an interesting video to watch but I have a few suggestions:
Build an enclosure (box) to house your CNC & Laser machines and equip It with a dust collection system so that it keep your work area clean AS you work. An enclosure will keep the wood chip pieces from spilling all over your walls and floors. Also, set up aa duct in back or side of enclosure to make it easy to attach your vacuum or a more powerful dust or debris collector. You can make the enclosure from plexiglass (for visibility) or a combination of plexiglass and wood, for strength and Great visibility.
Also, put some L.E.D. lights around enclosure, to aid your lighting of the work piece as you record your video. Use the 5k wavelength, or what we call DAYLIGHT..So that your camera will record colors properly.
Good luck on future projects.
Oh, yeah... I appreciate your video being in English but your pronunciation needs some small adjustments. You pronounced most of your words correctly but a few weren't even close... and made it hard to understand. Good video, though. Keep them coming!
Co do aluminium spróbuj zrobić jeszcze jedną próbę ale na aluminium pa6 lub pa9, to co miałeś wygląda na zwykle aluminium ciągnione i frezowanie tego to droga przez mękę.
Wait! What! The Z axis is disabled during operation? That's still a 3 Axis machine.
Not having a e-stop as a default is unreasonable
how to make Gcode bro?
Is there not some sort of liquid that would make it possible to do laser engraving on metal?
Why is it failing with aluminium? Is not strong enough?
czy podejmiesz jeszcze jakś próbę z aluminium? jaki wg Ciebie powinien być zestaw mimimum aby pracować w tym materiale?
How much the price would increase for another CNC if i would like to have a piece done in 30minutes? Is it possible at all?
Do you know any free of at least cheap software that can be used to create 4 axis g-code for a generic rotary axis cnc? It's 6040 cnc i bought on ebay.
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@@industrialperson1434 😑
I am looking for a router with 4 axis to cut plastic cylinder, not laser, any idea or referral would be greatly appreciated.
where do you get program
How.much for.the 4th axis.? Just going to the nearest electronic hardware shop (in Paris, 11th arrondissement, as I live in the region) a safety switch just cost me 10€, maybe more than online, but practical to just have to take the metro to get your own hardware
Does this software work with other CNC machines ( mach3 )
thanx from RUSSIA!
It seems like an interesting machine. My main concern is if it is too "closed off" ? Can a user use their own extruder/hotend etc for 3D Printing / modify the "stock components" in any way, or no?
I own a snapmaker 2 A350 and pretty certain it uses a can bus system so modifying the stock components would probably cause issues
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That pink material that came with the machine looks like "Bondo" (car body filler). I wonder if that's what it is...
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It’s probably rigid polyurethane foam. It’s usually 10-15lbs per cubic foot and is used in model making and with CNC. Easy to work with, but wear a respirator
how is it with the new cnc modul? Lasers are only hurtfull if you look directly into it
Laser reflections are harmfull as well.
Perhaps you should refrain from giving advice concerning lasers.
dont like u stickn the paper gage in there while it rotating with ur finger> i hav a cetus 3d printer, and im mostly in control of the steps to calibrate> it>
The spindle is off while setting the work piece. If it was on it would tear the paper.
What used to make this channel interesting was it's original claim to fame(printed Dremel CNC) and innovation along those lines of creating things that were genuinely useful rather than just buying expensive machines and using those......
hahhaahh killed the machine at the first day :DDD
i would ki*ll myself :D
(SOOOO MEE :D)
Please avoid claiming your review is unbiased when a company has given you a product worth more than $2000 for free. Receiving such a high-value item can influence your perspective, even if you don't intend it to. What you're doing is essentially a product-sponsored review, where you've received an expensive product in exchange for creating a video and reviewing it. It's important to be transparent with your viewers to maintain trust and credibility.
4:11 I know you said you've never used a 4th axis, but you didn't say that you've NEVER USED THE SNAPMAKER ITSELF.... And even though you make YT videos, you are incapable of researching them on the same platform? You see your bit plunging deep into the material, and then into the clamp.... Would you have just let it keep going all the way through the floor? That fancy power switch (software based E-stop) you bought isn't really useful, if you don't actually use it....
mashine.. what have no power to breake it self.. not sure if is good.. i rather snap some ¨knife¨ instead of fry up motor's..
Bardzo mi sie nie podoba ze Ty bedac Polakiem prowadzisz bloga po angielsku wydaje mi sie ze jak chcialbys dotrzec do publiki Anglojezycznej to wystarczylo by wlaczyc Napisy
You said you like the software? That alone tells me you're not very creative or discerning. The primary objective is to create original art and if your not real computer savvy trying to get luban 4.01 to work and play with other programs is quite a challenge!