How to do Your First Engraving with the Sainsmart Genmitsu 3018 pro CNC and all Other Sainsmart CNCs

This is am instructional video to guide you through all of the steps to making your first successful engraving using a Sainsmart CNC Machine.
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[@tonyj2216]

I'm ordering one today. I and others appreciate that you take the time to answer questions. For that reason, I have subscribed to your channel and look forward to receiving my machine. Thanks for your support.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Awsome and good luck! The Facebook group will be a very useful if this is your first CNC machine. Thank you for the sub and kind words! I will hopefully be posting more soon! And you are welcome for the support!

[@ToddLarsen]

I was given one of these for free by someone that was moving and didn't have room to take it. I'm so stoked that I found your video, it's helping me tremendously! Thank you for sharing and as always keep building👍

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I am glad you got one of these machines! They are lots of fun, just make sure to be patient with them. I will hopefully start posting more soon. Have fun and thank you!

[@sabrinaflipse7732]

thank you for the software part of this video! i got my 3018 all put together and plugged into computer with GRBL program running but machine wouldn't move. Then you showed how to change the com port and then my software started moving the CNC :) THX! :)

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You are welcome! I'm glad I could help!

[@amckinney50]

dude you saved me. I was lost until i found this video thank you

[@Steelplayer59]

Thanks for your excellent video. I second your continued reference to how sharp these bits are. On my first use, I mistakenly treated the bit similarly to a drill bit in a drill press. While tightening one of the hold down clamps, I slipped and cut an artery in my finger, making a bloody mess on the machine and work piece. The machine was stationary at the time, but it is still important to remember safety at all times when using any kind of power tool.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I'm glad you liked it! For power tools and stuff like this, always treat it like it is hot or on, because they are dangerous even when they are off. Very fun machines and not overly dangerous, if you take the proper saftey precautions

[@TubeRadiosRule]

I work in a CNC machine shop and I know from experience, milling bits are SHARP! Gotta treat that stuff with respect...

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

Thanks for this, just got my 3018pro today (unbranded but same model) and your videos are very helpful.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I'm glad I could help! Have fun!

[@robnilson3613]

Thanks for the Video, the "zeroing out" portion was great and made a lot of sense, now I just have to fine tune and I will be good to go, Thanks Again

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You are welcome! I'm glad that portion was easy to understand and helpful for you! Hopefully I can start making some new videos for you guys soon, especially ones with better audio

[@koolkrewjr]

Thank you so much! This is exactly what I was looking for!

[@canofanger]

I found on mine the linear x axis bearings got quite sticky. Might be because of the type of grease that was on them. I found it very helpful to put a few drops of better bearing oil on them. Stopped the squeaking and grabbing. Thanks for the videos.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Grease is always a good idea for these, however it does grab onto saw dust, so make sure to not use too much and to also keep your lead screws clean. You are welcome, in glad you liked the video!

[@JohnColgan.]

If you setup in Easel, add a 2nd milling bit, eg 1/16 straight and accept the offer of a roughing cut on 1/16 & fine cut with 30° v bit, then the cut will take considerably less time. You can export both cut paths to be used in Candle or UGS

[@FlyByPC]

Nice overview. The initial cut is shallow because the gcode file defines zero Z as the level of the *bottom* of the cut. So when you set Z= board height, it brought the bit down to the board but didn't cut it. A workaround would be to set your origin as far below zero as the depth of cut should be, offsetting X and Y too so that you can start off the build plate and not crash into it. The sample file really should have Z=0 at the top of the part, not the bottom.

[@ryanharake6829]

thank you so much for sharing! I have the 1810-pro but there aren't any resources for using it. Does it operate the same way?

[@generalawareness101]

Which do you prefer UGS or Candle? I liked UGS but the preview on Candle is superior, imo. One thing Candle needs is the plugin/modules that UGS has because there is one that is invaluable (makes it where UGS is the go to) and that is the X/Y/Z probe plugin/module.

[@paulriley5940]

You could place a small desk top fan to the side to blow the dust away from the part being machined and keep dust from building up on the machine.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Maybe a bit more than a small one, but you definitely could! Or you could put a fan on the bit itself, and you can also connect a vacuum up to the machine and then have it suck around the bit. The great thing about these machines is all of the upgrades you can do!

[@charliewhite5675]

my brother also put a baby cam on his CNC in his garage and can watch from his home office to check on progress without going to the garage !

[@grahambland7823]

Personally I am going to see if I can find a cat litter tray it will sit in!

[@beltcutter6837]

Thank you I got the software working. What would be the best material for this type of cnc. I've noticed my rotor doesn't spind super fast and I already broke a bit. On birchwood. And using a vee bit on some white walnut I believe.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

What's best for this machine would be woods and plastics. However, it can do metals. The main thing is going slow. It will take a lot of different materials, there isn't really a "best" material for it

[@a.m7465]

Hi could you get this same effect with a acrylic sheet

[@drakewilliams10dw]

I can’t find any options in the Port drop-down which doesn’t allow me to connect with the cnc. Any advice?

[@shane030716]

Does it go back to Point Zero automatically when it finishes?

[@merlynsfire1275]

Love the dragon but where can I get the file from so I can carve my onw on my 3018 please?

[@freew67]

Hello Caleb, do you plan to do any more videos like this? Ive been waiting/looking for basically this exact video! Thanks! Ive been debating on getting this machine for a while but most vids are how to put them together and the basic carve test. First time Ive seen someone attempt the relief logo. Do you feel the piece would have turned out a little better with a higher quality wood?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I am sorry for such a late response, I have been busy with college starting back up. I am in the process of editing a video on how to set up and use a web based software called easel with this machine, and that software is super user friendly and has modelling and 3d preview all built in along with being able to control your machine, so hopefully that will be helpful for you.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I definitely feel like it would have turned out better with a better piece of wood. Reliefs and 3d carves always turn out best with a solid piece instead of plywood, also if you get a better bit.

[@freew67]

@@calebbuilds3d223 Good deal! If you use better wood or bit, please post it. Would love to see the results. Look forward to more videos. Thanks!

[@calebbuilds3d223]

@@freew67 I am working on doing some legit 3d carving that is front and back, so I have some ball nose bits coming in for that, hopefully they are better, I do admit that I cheaped out and didn't buy a more expensive set. Also I post updates in the Facebook group before I do it on KZbin, mainly because I do tests and run throughs of my videos before actually making them, so I share the cuts before the video is released. The link to that group is in the description. I also plan on using the laser on here, and also doing some project videos, so make sure to stay tuned for that, but first I want to make sure people can actually use these machines

[@irekwyb1205]

Hi. I just got my 3018 and tryied that dragon as well but stopped in half way through...any idea why?

[@cmorait]

Hi I want to try that CNC with Alphacam. Do you know if that controller is compatible with fanuc (like the mech 3 software ) or other thanks .

[@stephendittemore]

What bit did you use on the dragon?

[@josearias8488]

Gracias por responder tan rápido 👍🤗

[@calebbuilds3d223]

De nada!

[@kimsrensen8926]

Hey. Can you make a wooden handle for your gun? I have been thinking of buying one Sainsmart Genmitsu 3018 pro CNC and all Other Sainsmart CNC

[@nathanaelsnyder372]

my 3018 does not have the com status as idle in Candle. it lists the port as OPEN does anyone have any tips?

[@shaunkahl1605]

Does this come with software to make a program? I want to engrave stars in flags. So would I have to own my software or can I make a program with what it comes with

[@TriwinGR]

my father wants to do something close to that dragon but we dont know how to do it

[@giorgiodemare4457]

Greetings . While the gcode was running; the machine left the set path and dug in the wrong direction and at an excessive depth. Do you have experiences?

[@tfwoodcraft]

Thanks for the intro! Did you do that dragon with the same v-carve bits?

[@sendboxsac9480]

Hello, nice, where do you create your file.nc?

[@Berion189]

Would you know why the cursors won't show up in the grblcontrol Candle software window? I can't zero or align it. I installed the driver, Firmware 1.1.7 and followed all the steps and the CNC works with manual controls from the laptop (Dell XPS 1210). It would even go through the sample test code on pressing send and go through the motions in the air.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

To be honest, I do not know. Did you close candle and reopen it, or even restart your computer? You could also try alternative programs, like easel? There are some other similar ones that have been mentioned in the group

[@thehudlessfarmer]

Thanks for this video, you helped me to succesfully mill my first pcb :) Question: did you ever find a fix for the home button not working? Thanks!

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Sorry for such a late response! Thank you and I am glad I could help! The button I was pressing actually wasn't the home button if I remember correctly, I haven't used this software in a while, I have mainly been using Easel

[@rojirrim7298]

If you're still milling PCBs with your 3018 router, I HIGHLY recommend that instead of Candle you use a GRBL control program with autolevel, like for example OpenCNCPilot. It's an open source program that autolevels your routing bit to the copper PCB and makes 100 times better results than anything else I've tried. Hope I'm not getting here late. Good luck mate!

[@jesusrenteria5012]

that machine can work with DFX files?

[@BinoyJacob992009]

How much depth of cut for each pass

[@kmschn3321]

thank you

[@kevincantrell6295]

Do you know if there is any datasheets on their bits. I contacted them but their support doesn't seem to exist. I am trying to enter the information into Carveco but there absolutely none other than bit size nor does anybody seem to address how to do it?

[@donaldchase329]

Where is the dragon video? I want to try it, I have the test code but want to understand the process before I start it.

[@fannycarlo9443]

can this machine cut 1mm plastic sheet for stencil

[@donaldchase329]

I did the dragon in walnut, it looks nice but took about 18 hours of run time to do it.

[@soop_6164]

could you send the gcode i cannot find it anywhere

[@paulriley5940]

The tool speed and feed rate can that be edited in the software also?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Again it only can send code, you use other software for that

[@user-md2js2rw5m]

Hi There!, we just purchased a Genmitsu 3018 Pro...doing first engraving, but ii is noisy and squeeze a lot!!...what could be the problem? please help

[@divyamparmar96]

Help my board just got fried due to a faulty stepper driver. Where can i find a new one and can i get the boarding from the new 3018 mk3

[@calebbuilds3d223]

If your board got fried you need to contact Sainsmart customer support or whatever company you got it from. Sainsmart should replace it pretty quickly, and they tend to have fast shipping, especially compared to the month long wait most companies give you. Sainsmart is still working on releasing the MX3 board as an upgrade, and I tried but couldn't find it online, they do offer other boards on your website though.

[@didiersee]

Congratulations and thank you for sharing. Could you explain how to burn a circuit board (pcb) or give me link please?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Thank you and you are welcome! I can try to make a video, I need to do some research first, however you can probably find some just by searching "how to machine a diy circuit board", or something like that

[@didiersee]

Thanks you and good luck.

[@MrGuitars10]

I have just ordered one of these little machines just to see what it can do. I hope it's faster than what you are demonstrating? how much experience do you have with CNC? and G code ? from what i am seeing, it looks to be running G code. Therefore the machine should use cutter compensation/or auto left and right for the tool you are using. when a program pops up, are you able to manually edit that program? You can't make something that is supposed be say, 6 inches wide using a tool like you are using and get that exact size, you need to compensate for the tool you are using to get what you want and that's why it is taking you forever.

[@jackwhitman9278]

Hello, I just received a Genmitsu 3018 ProVer CNC and there are random lines in the sample gcode files. When I start the file, it works as normal, but at a seemingly random point the spindle will continuously move in one direction and I have to hit the emergency stop button. I am using the offline controller. Is this caused by file corruption, or something else?

[@paulriley5940]

You have the laser for this? If so will you be doing a video on that? I just ordered the 3018 pro with 5500mw laser package.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I am working on a laser video, I have the 3.5w one, however it is hard to find time. Hopefully it will be out soon

[@spiritburners]

watch your eyes....

[@dmaher2007]

Hi nice video, Cay this software inport a file from photoshop and get it to cut? Cheers

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You will need to use the software in my next video for that, the one on easel, which is already up so go have fun with that! Just make sure to multiply material depth and depth of cut by 2.54

[@netpenpal2002]

Hello thanks for a wonderful video, the Facebook page doesn't seem to be working. What software is used to generate g code for the dragon 3D relief. Can I use art am for generating g code, thanks

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You are welcome! I'm glad you liked it! The dragon was most likely generated using fusion 360, and if you want to make a picture something you can machine, just use easel, which I made a video on how to do.

[@tonyn9632]

Thanks

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You are welcome!

[@paulriley5940]

Can you edit the starting point in the software provided?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Candle can only send code, it cannot write or edit it, however in the video I did after this one I show how to make your own models

[@neesharrichardson4956]

on the first test piece my design is just making dots any idea why?

[@neesharrichardson4956]

on the second test a line, the machine is doing all the movements but not the actual design

[@hanilove302]

Hello ..GRBL1.1 axis codes for use on Mach3

[@mamutinhogames2107]

Friend alright, i'm new to cnc, could you help me, i have a lot of doubt when setting stride depth, steps, forward speed and attack speed, my cnc is 3018 model where i get a material or tutorial about this.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

To figure that out, I would recommend watching my video on Easel, and then using the recommended feeds and speeds. Also, if you decide to use easel to make stuff, multiply material thickness and cut depth by 2.54

[@dukedarts]

@@calebbuilds3d223 Why 2.5?

[@Volt64bolt]

@@dukedarts because inch to mm, there is switch in bottom left easel to change it without multiply

[@Glasairman]

Do you have experience of lettering on acrylic/plastic ? I have a CNC3018 and want to letter Arcade type switch caps (approx 25x25mm) filling the cut with black or white auto touch up paint. The object is a FlightSim Annunciator driven by Arduino. Any melting problems with plastic or acryl?

[@Glasairman]

and what is the recommended workflow (OPenCAD or Illustrator > export as DXF) ?

[@lauralacey9318]

HI, JUST WONDERING IF YOU CAN HELP ME IM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY CNC 3018 MACHINE, ALL AXIS ARE WORKING FINE, BUT THE SPINDLE IS NOT SPINNING IT SHOWS THAT IT IS ON THE SCREEN. IM A COMPLETE BEGGINER AND NOT SURE WHAT SOFTWARE I SHOULD BE USING. THANKYOU.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Join the Facebook group, link in description and then post a picture of your wiring and I will try to help you and maybe someone else could too if I can't seem to figure it out

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I am sorry for the late response, your comment flew under my radar somehow

[@cloud77hot40]

Can the software read .txt files that has Goode written in it?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

It should, but only if you change the extension from .txt to .nc . You can also use notepad++ to edit gcode. Do not use the default notepad software if you want to try this, they sometimes add in hidden characters, notepad ++ doesn't

[@freddiedp4660]

When I put the test code file the programs stops working and crashes! Why is that?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Are you using a computer that had a small amount of ram?

[@tusharbhusanur8071]

Candle doesnt detect any USB / COM ports, but Ports detects in Mach 3? how to solve this

[@RoniSegoly]

Hi Did you create the GCODE for the dragon?

[@Volt64bolt]

No

[@Volt64bolt]

It’s standard d a

[@Saladwork]

Is aspire victric is right software for Cnc 3018 pro craving

[@calebbuilds3d223]

That software does work, but there are free options like easel by inventables, which I made a video on

[@Saladwork]

Can you plzz tell m how can I get the download link

[@calebbuilds3d223]

it's web based, and I believe it is the video I posted right after this one, it has the link and instructions on how to use it, just make sure to multiply material thickness and cut depth by 2.54

[@richardtbc]

How did you create the program for your 3D carve?

[@cacaokingdom3122]

Those were demo files provided by the manufacturer. They were pre-built. You can get Fuzion 360 for free though and create your own files.

[@tonyn9632]

Hi can I get the G code for what you designed please Thanks

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I actually did not design this, it is a sample file that comes with the machine. The gcode is in the Facebook group files section

[@camplays487]

That’s all fine and dandy but which bit am I supposed to use?

[@Volt64bolt]

The 20 degree v bits that come with them

[@camplays487]

@@Volt64bolt thank yoooooooo

[@Volt64bolt]

@@camplays487 yw, I just got this machine so I just noticed that

[@Volt64bolt]

@@camplays487 oh and for feed rates with that bit, around 200-250mm/min

[@Volt64bolt]

@@camplays487 0.01 mm step down

[@christosmichail6047]

can you provide the gcode file for the engraving .....

[@tonyvo2023]

Hi, Can this CNC support autoleveling . If so, how to do it ? Thank you dear

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Autolevel and homing can be done on this machine without too much effort, I am working with a friend on developing an easy system for this, so expect a video eventually, college takes up most of my time. However in the Facebook group under downloads there are instructions, and multiple people in the group have done it. The link to that group are in the description

[@tonyvo2023]

@@calebbuilds3d223 yes plz help dear. I use this cnc for pcb milling, so autolevelling is very critical

[@calebbuilds3d223]

@@tonyvo2023 I do not know how to do it off of the top of my head, but the Facebook group does

[@tonyvo2023]

@@calebbuilds3d223 could you share me the link of Facebook post. I joined the group but can't find those content.

[@tonyj2216]

Caleb, are you aware of any kit to add 4th axis?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I might have seen some, I will do some research after work, and give you a link if I find one. However, it will require a new control board, unless you are just talking about making the y axis spin

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Here is a link to one that should work. That hardest part was finding one that used a nema 17 instead of a nema 23. I am not 100% sure that the driver board that comes with this will work with the 3018 pro control board. So you might also need to get a 4 axis GRBL control board, and probably a new power supply for that too

[@IanJ72]

Can this machine cut thin metal I'm thinking jewellery/dog tag style?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

So far I have only seen it do brass and aluminum, what kind of metal where you thinking of doing?

[@IanJ72]

@@calebbuilds3d223 silver the type you find on necklaces with people's names cut out.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You might want to do aluminum instead, silver is super hard to machine because of how soft and gummy it is, it will clog your bits in no time, and gold is even worse, I think it would be hard to find something under $2k that isn't a custom machine that can do it. If you want to put people's names on silver using this machine, get the laser and then put blue tape over the silver, laser the name, and then etch the name out. It's not hard or expensive, just Google laser engraving metal and some videos should pop up. You could also just electroplate aluminum for a true silver outside, granted polishing the aluminum to look like silver would work too

[@jefflowe7635]

On the first cut all you had to do was adjust the depth of cut you would have had a better sample.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

My issue was that I needed to multiply the material thickness and the depth of cut by 2.54, because the software and the machine are using different units of measurement

[@user-ex2qh9ru6v]

Is there a way to adjust the size of the engraving?

[@MrGuitars10]

use a bigger tool.

[@Volt64bolt]

@@MrGuitars10 that wouldn’t work d a

[@ericalmon9933]

The y-axis won't respond to inputs. There is a red light on the back of the control board. I tried swapping the cables and have the same issue. Any ideas?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Is the red light on or near the y axis stepper driver? Or is it the power light that says 24v next to it?

[@ericalmon9933]

There're four red lights. Two next to the power connection for the spindle (24V & 12V), one next to 5V GND, & the error light next to the y-motor. Would this be a control board or stepper motor issue?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

If you are having an error light, and when you switch the motor to a different port it works, and then the motor you stuck on the y axis port doesn't work. It is a bad controller and you need to contact customer support

[@josearias8488]

🤗👍 que bueno sería en español

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Me gustaría poder hacer estos videos en español, sin embargo, soy muy malo en español. Intento hacer que los videos sean muy visuales en lugar de verbales para que cualquiera pueda hacer su

[@tripleh4884]

is it possible for that dragon to debossed instead of raised? im going to get this CNC to engrave a graphite block with an image, then poor aluminium in it to make a coin.

[@davidtong3671]

Couldn't you just make a master using the CNC and make a plaster mold for aluminum pour?

[@tripleh4884]

David Tong that’s a good idea. But.. I think the plaster is good for one use. I think the heat would destroy it.

[@davidtong3671]

@@tripleh4884 Plaster is pretty common for aluminum so you shouldn't have any problems. But yeah it's one time use. You literally break the mold to get your part out. The result is a high finish but you typically get one use out of the mold. I only mention this because milling graphite sounds like a powdery nightmare. Especially on this tiny mill. My suggestion is to mill out the design embossed (maybe wax for loss casting), cast in plaster, make a master part from the plaster, and then proceede to use greensand molding for replication and manufacturing.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You would have to model it yourself, unless you can figure out an interesting way to flip the gcode, which so far I don't know of any software for that

[@mcmew3427]

How were you able to enlarge the file? It's tiny when I run it.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I didn't enlarge it, that's just the size it came out

[@mcmew3427]

@@calebbuilds3d223 That's interesting, when I ran the test file it turned out much smaller than that. Not much larger than a coin.I'll have to troubleshoot something on my end then. Thanks for the reply!

[@beltcutter6837]

Is there a link to download the software? Cause my laptop does not a have a disc slot.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You can get it off of the Sainsmart wiki page for it. However, that website isn't loading for me right now, and I no longer see it in the Facebook group. If you are still looking let me know and I will see what I can do, my email is [e-mail]

[@beltcutter6837]

@@calebbuilds3d223 ok thank you yes I still need it. I'll email right now. Whenever you have time thank you.

[@mohammadshashtari1545]

What is the appropriate design program for the machine

[@calebbuilds3d223]

This machine can use a wide variety of programs. For beginners I would recommend Easel, which I did make a video on, and then for more experienced users I would recommend fusion 360

[@spiritburners]

drive.google.com/drive/folders/16O7O2iZbVGPpl870jrXSEmAir0y4ybLH

[@jarisipilainen3875]

18:15 estimated 1hour7minute it was kinda right

[@jeffantone352]

BOOM....... unfuckingbelievable.Thanks to your video I am now commanding my machine .......BOOM

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Congratulations! I'm glad I could help!

[@Александр-вч]

Сколько времени заняла эта работа ? не надпись . дракон .

[@vittorioamiano7245]

Just started using my cnc but my machine does everything the opposite way , for example if i want to lower the spindle with down ward button it ends up going up , i know it made in china but maybe he has a bit of the irish blood in him or maybe could be my irish blood , anyways need help please.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You can go under settings in easel of candle and switch the directions via software

[@rambokd]

One of the videos I watched on these Chinese machine showed the stepper motors were wired backwards, maybe that’s what is going on?

[@rogerday9977]

Very ameuritish

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Maybe that's because I am an amateur at making videos, the primary goal is to help, not make something movie quality

[@Li_Vee]

The only test files mine came with are all 2D. So, I broke 3 endmills trying to zero the bit into the stock to get it to cut. On top of that, my first test program ended up about 8x12 mm. I've tried all manner of settings for $100, $101, and $102, to no avail. This has me tearing my hair out.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Are you using the Sainsmart brand one? Also, what software are you using to send the gcode to the machine?

[@Li_Vee]

@@calebbuilds3d223 Using a Chinese Sainsmart 3018 Pro clone with Candle. Turns out they put the laser module nc files in the killing folder, and they failed to notice that G0/G1 Zn commands won't work when n

[@lyesakkouche8285]

@@Li_Vee Interesting what you say , so how you solved problem , because i have the same ???

[@Li_Vee]

@@lyesakkouche8285 You have to find or make your own 3D files. The problem with the 2D is that you can't tell whether it's working -- they're meant for lasers to burn in and not for endmill cutting. As for trying to zero, put a piece of paper over the point you want to act as zero, and manually jog the mill to that point. Jogging downward, stop just as it touches the paper, and then back up one step. There should be just enough gap for the paper to slide, and that's 1/10 mm tolerance.

[@lyesakkouche8285]

@@Li_Vee Thanks

[@ismaelnunez4196]

Excuse me I have an issue with my 3018 , when I make the Gcode it will oversize when is transfer . Can you please make a video on how to fix issues like that and for now can you tell me how to fix my issue ?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

What software are you using to make the gcode, and are you using candle to run the machine? And by oversized do you mean be bigger than planned?

[@ismaelnunez4196]

Thank you for answering, for Gcode I’m using Inkscape and for grab Candle . Yes for example I put all dimensions on the picture on 100mm x 100mm but when it get transferred to Gcode they come out about 300mm and over , some time that the CNC bed is to small

[@calebbuilds3d223]

@@ismaelnunez4196 I have not used inkscape to generate gcode. If you can export it as an SVG, you are able to use easel and then easily scale it there and send it to your machine using easel too. I made a video on how to use easel and set it up, however you do need to multiply he material depth and the cut depth by 2.54, because easel runs in inches, and you machine uses metric

[@ismaelnunez4196]

Thanks I will try whit easel now and watching the video how to setup . Good work with those videos !!!! . Thank you

[@calebbuilds3d223]

You are welcome! If you have any issues or questions, feel free to ask me or the Facebook group, we will do our best to answer. thank you!

[@janusr3074]

Please consider the sound in Your video

[@Boethius411]

Ok... it doesn’t connect when I do that. And there’s nothing under file to even choose. What now?

[@grzegorzcieslar1867]

hello, where can i download stl files to the royter for free i have a similar milling machine i would like to mill something

[@rima1815]

thingiverse

[@danieldiamond7295]

I'm getting one prime deal of the day

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I saw that deal, definitely a good deal!

[@user-ix8le9rv3r]

Hello lam from lraq can you send me drawing and how to implement it thank you

[@frichardkierulf3159]

I don't know how to use my machine I need help how to use my machine

[@eddiegomez9310]

I just bought it but I'm having trouble to download the software I try the account and password they send me on the paper but it says incorrect email or combination. Please if you can help let me know thanks

[@spiritburners]

drive.google.com/drive/folders/16O7O2iZbVGPpl870jrXSEmAir0y4ybLH

[@lenynpena7884]

What is the name of the cnc software place can you tell me

[@calebbuilds3d223]

The software I used to send the gCode to the machine is called Candle, and the dragon is a sample file that comes with the machine, and can be found in the Facebook group

[@homdmarket8952]

Ich habe eine CNC 3018 Pro (180on amazon.de mit 40 € Rabatt zum Umtausch Bewertung, Bei Interesse bitte eine Nachricht an mich.. Sie können mir auch eine Nachricht auf Facebook senden: facebook.com/ning.zhe.12

[@DrexProjects]

Thanks. My problem with this machine was: The driver had to be updated by Microsoft before it would work. I know, Who knew that micro$oft could fix a problem. But ya it was driving me nuts. The port showed up as a Puma at first but after the update is was corrected as a CH340.... I just need to make my first cut and thanks to your video I should be doing that soon. I had to crank the audio to 100% , but after jacking my laptop into my Fender guitar amp I could hear you fine. If you like drunken electronics check my channel. Thanks. / Drex Projects.

[@juanpabloramirez6565]

Can you share dragon cut file?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

It is in the 3018 and 1810 folder, which can be found under the announcements page in the Facebook group for this machine, and it is under the download section of the Facebook group as "dragon.nc". The Facebook group link is in the description

[@muhammedshameem3868]

3018 CNC machining software please send the link

[@calebbuilds3d223]

It is in the Facebook group, link in the description, and it is under the announcements tab

[@spiritburners]

drive.google.com/drive/folders/16O7O2iZbVGPpl870jrXSEmAir0y4ybLH

[@waldigtheG]

What is the name of the program?

[@calebbuilds3d223]

Candle was used to send the file to the machine. However, I have no clue what software was used to make the dragon file. It was probably Vectric Cut 3D. The file is one of the sample ones for the sainsmart genmitsu

[@jarisipilainen3875]

21:41 it takes less when reprogram it cut wider tool takes most stuff off or not cut that deep lol.remove first 100000 lines.ops xD

[@user-kx6mr1gy6x]

Needs to be closer to the mic, as I'm 71 and have a hard time hearing the video😊😊

[@guptafamilytour36]

I want this design software

[@calebbuilds3d223]

It was probably done in fusion 360, but I could be wrong. The dragon is just a sample file

[@guptafamilytour36]

Caleb Builds 3D I have the cnc machine but don’t have this design

[@calebbuilds3d223]

@@guptafamilytour36 a few people have had that issue, so I stuck it in the file section of the Facebook group

[@homelessgandalf747]

just wanted to add a comment. I recently came into position of this CNC, and i set everything up right i believe, but when i pressed abort, the machine would not stop, and it moved sparatically , breaking the tip off of the cutting tool. Excuse my run on sentence. If anyone has an answer as to why this happened, the advice is welcome.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

That is a weird issue. Definitely a good one to try and fix. Could you try to do a cut but don't stick the bit in and press abort again?

[@homelessgandalf747]

@@calebbuilds3d223 Thank you for the response Caleb, I have done a couple tests with the abort function. It still moves down and digs into the piece while trying to pull backwards, or just recently, move up and cause the rapid clicking sound in the top motor. I have no clue as to what is causing the issue, because I zero out the x y and z coordinates, but it still tries to move after i abort. I'm thinking it could be an issue with the software, maybe a reinstall will help, or I have an issue with some sort of abort to home setting of some kind. Thanks for the help.

[@calebbuilds3d223]

@@homelessgandalf747 definitely give reinstall a shot, and I honestly don't know what is going on, however the Facebook group might be able to help you, I am sorry I can not be of much more assistance.

[@homelessgandalf747]

@@calebbuilds3d223 No problem, thank you for responding. I'll see to giving the facebook group a try if i have time. have a nice day!

[@homelessgandalf747]

@@calebbuilds3d223 HEY, sorry for another comment, but i just fixed it. I had changed the units from mm to in on the service settings, but i don't believe it changed the Gcode for the command, causing it to want to move to a point much further away. Anyways Problem SOLVED!

[@spiritburners]

It also doesn't help you are using plywood which is made up of sheets of thin wood, you need to try it on mdf or on solid hardwood and see what it can produce.... or hard plastic, or pretty much any decent fine grained wood, ply will just splinter nearly every time unless you ramp up the speed and have a very fast spindle and fine quality bit, use the air assist all the time to keep it cool and a suction to keep the workspace clean. overall its a nice little machine although i feel the pro model is better and sturdier, I have changed on mine the spindle for a 24k model and the base plate for a cast one which means its flat! you only need to be.5 of a mm out on the base for your design not to work, the tolerances on this machine are in that range not 0.01 so pop in a cast bed for about 60 us or euros and the new spindle for about 90 us and it will be a different machine, then use Easel to design if not already doing so. the other video of all the bits i think that you should re do this when you have time and as you show each bit show what each bit can do , that's the only way to show off the machine and how to explain what each bit can do, nice well put together video and thank you for producing it, these things take time and people do not recognise this. Your doing a great job. keep it up, if you want to know more on air assist then email me here. Hailea make the pumps and you need a AC0328 minimum, basketball inflator needle, flexi lathe coolant hose 3/8 silicone tubing and connect up and blow the air down the tube using the flex to direct it on to the head of the bit, using a larger flexi 1/2 or 3/4 connected to a suction device with a flat head on the flexi you can suck away all the crap and keep it nice and clean, I use a water filter on mine to keep down the dust. works brilliantly. Main thing always is speed , sharp tools and a flat bed and do not try and take off to much in each pass. Its only a 250 us router if that. anyway, having said all that, keep them coming... always interesting to watch. thanks ps add a off line controller to make your life a lot easier..... 22 us.....

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I generally do hardwood or aluminum when I machine. However, that is mainly when I am at work, at home I only had some plywood, so I decided to just go with it. Thank you for all of the awsome advise, and encouraging words! I definitely will be making more videos soon, I have just been super busy. Have a great day!

[@spiritburners]

Caleb Builds 3D it wasn’t criticism in any way I think you are doing a great job

[@calebbuilds3d223]

I didn't take it as criticism at all, I took it as you giving helpful advice to another maker, which I appreciate! I am sorry if I made my reply come off sounding like it was criticism

[@spiritburners]

@@calebbuilds3d223 No, its ok, I didn't take it that way, i just wanted to make sure you didn't, I do appreciate the effort you are putting in and didn't want you to think otherwise..... we at crossed wires here, equal fan mail going on i think.....cheers.