SnapMaker

3-in-1 Printer - 3D Printing, Laser Engraving, CNC Cutting

This is a SnapMaker Community page with helpful links and info on using the SnapMaker 2.0 and related software, devices, materials, tools, etc.

https://snapmaker.com/product/snapmaker-2

Downloads: https://snapmaker.com/product/snapmaker-2/downloads

Software

Luban

Snapmaker Luban is a free, open source CAM software developed by Shenzhen Snapmaker Technologies Co., Ltd. and committed to software services related to allowing full controls over 3D printing, laser engraving / cutting, and CNC carving capabilities.

https://luban.xyz/

Cura

Cura is also freem and is a popular alternative to the default Luban, but requires additional configuration to optimize use with SnapMaker 2.0. If you know links to really good Cura/SnapMakeer configuraiton files, please post on the Issues page, or send me the info by email and I will add to this page.

https://ultimaker.com/software/ultimaker-cura

Here is one Cura/SM configuration project by community member "Slynolds" on GitHub: https://github.com/slynold/snapmakerconfiguration

OctoPrint

OctoPrint is a free, open source 3D print controller application. It was created by Gina Häußge who initially developed the software to support her first 3D printer in 2012. OctoPrint was forked from Cura, and is available under the same AGPL license. Development is hosted on GitHub.

• https://octoprint.org/
• Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OctoPrint

Here is a video submitted by user John Aldred on Facebook page, "Control your Snapmaker 3D printer over Wi-Fi using Octoprint and a Raspberry Pi"

https://youtu.be/WU27qWiyNjg

Simplify3D

(Paid $149 USD) https://www.simplify3d.com/

Software Discussion

There is a helplful list of discussions about the various software options on this SnapMaker forum post:

https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/3d-printing-software/11178/15

SnapMaker Supplies

Replacement parts

iMaker.com https://www.imakr.com/snapmaker-spare-parts

Linear Rails

These videos dis-assembly and low-level maintenance of of the linear rails used on X,Y,Z. This give you some really good insight about this important part of the hardware:

• https://youtu.be/_kkUNZGSyNI

• https://www.facebook.com/groups/newsnapmaker/permalink/3466320290048040/

3D Printing

Replacement print head (iMaker.com): https://www.imakr.com/snapmaker-spare-parts/snapmaker-2-extruder-hot-end-kit Replacement print sheet (iMakr.com): https://www.imakr.com/snapmaker-spare-parts/snapmaker-2-print-sheet#/493-snapmaker_20-a350 Replacement Nozzles: (Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PG6M1B1

Laser head

Some have said SnapMaker may be developing a higher powered laser head. Will add info or links here when available.

CNC Milling head

(Add links to buy new head and components)

(Add links to buy replacement tool bits)

Filament (3D Printing)

Filament types

The following list of filament types was initially extracted from the lengthy filament page at: https://all3dp.com/1/3d-printer-filament-types-3d-printing-3d-filament/

• PLA (Polylactic Acid) - The most popular 3D printer filament type.
• ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) typically ranks as the second most popular 3D printer filament, after PLA.
• PETG (PET, PETT)
• TPE, TPU, TPC (Flexible)
• Nylon
• PC (Polycarbonate)
• Wood
• Biodegradable (bioFila)
• Conductive
• Glow-in-the-Dark
• Magnetic
• Color-Changing
• Clay/Ceramic
• Carbon Fiber
• HIPS - "High Impact Polystyrene" is a copolymer that combines the hardness of polystyrene and the elasticity of rubber.
• PVA - "Polyvinyl alcohol" is soluble in water.
• Cleaning
• Wax (MOLDLAY)
• ASA "Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate" strong, rigid, and relatively easy to print with, ASA is also extremely resistant to chemical exposure, heat, and most importantly, changes in shape and color.
• PP (Polypropylene)
• PC-ABS "Polycarbonate ABS alloy" - a tough thermoplastic, combining the strength and heat resistance of polycarbonate with the flexibility of ABS. Commonly found in automotive, electronics, and telecommunications applications, it is one of the most widely used industrial thermoplastics in the world.
• POM (Acetal / Delrin) - well known for its use as an engineering plastic, for example in parts which move or require high precision.
• PMMA (aka Acrylic) - most often used as a lightweight, shatter-resistant alternative to glass.
• FPE (Flexible polyester) - A generic label given to a 3D printer filament that combines rigid and soft polymers. Such filaments are comparable to PLA, but are softer and more flexible. The specific flexibility depends on the hard and soft polymers used, and on the ratio between them.

Filament Video: Why you need to dry your filaments: https://youtu.be/FAXUjZZER5E

Sources for printable shapes and models

https://www.thingiverse.com/

https://all3dp.com/printables/

https://www.yeggi.com/

Cults3D.com - "All the 3D printedd objects by the community" - https://cults3d.com/en/3d-printing

50 Best Sites & 3D Archives for Free 3D Models https://all3dp.com/1/free-3d-models-download-best-sites-3d-archive-3d/

MDI Commands

You can send "MDI commands" to Snapmaker 2.0, even if you pause it in the middle of a print job.

You can see a full list of the MDI commands here: https://snapmaker.github.io/Documentation/gcode/G000-G001?fbclid=IwAR3sUKNqqrn5geg5ECMJq9vsbaD1WxYj9q2Y0s1rWibWjGiY-juB8FbvBr4