Sculpfun S30 Pro Setup and Test Engraving/Cutting
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- Опубліковано 1 січ 2023
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Follow along as I setup the Sculpfun S30 Pro laser machine and make some test projects!
This machine is amazing and a great value with the included air assist kit!
Would you like to know more? about Sculpfun S30 Pro?
Sculpfun S30 Pro 10 watt:
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Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20 watt:
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Expansion Kit for S30 series:
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Full Expansion Kit for S30- makes your machine HUGE!!
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Rotary Unit for Sculpfun:
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Coupon code:
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Magnetic Strips:
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What’s the difference between the S30, S30 Pro, and the S30 Pro Max? That’s easy- the S30 is a 5 watt laser, the S30 Pro is a 10 watt laser, and the S30 Pro Max has a 20 watt laser! All other features are the same!
Did you know the work area of the S30 series is expandable from 400mm to over 900mm? For those of us in the USA that’s expanding from 16 inches to over 35 inches! Time to create some HUGE projects!
Would you like to see more product videos? Let me know what you would like to see by leaving a comment below!
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I just got the S30 Pro, and your video got me going quick!
Awesome! Thanks!
Thanks for this video i have the S30 promax 10w on the way and you made this video very informative
Thank you!
Super video. Bought it today and the video convinced me that it is the right choice 🙂
Great 👍
My machine arrived yesterday. I was expecting the pump to be silent. I was shocked how silent it was
I know- the pump is so silent! Thanks for watching!
I'm thinking about purchasing this one, but I've never lasered anything so I'm nervous about it being difficult to learn how to use.
I felt the same way when I started too! Many of the first things I made were simple circle and square cutouts using Dollar Tree poster board. As I became for comfortable and confident I tried more projects! Let me know how it goes!
I will let you know how it goes. It will arrive May 1, I'm excited and nervous. Thanks for all your help and replying so fast, I really appreciate it. After watching a few of your videos, you finally convinced me to buy it.
I put my sculpfun together and everything seemed fine. When I went to use it, the laser won't move. I can push it around but it won't move on it's own. It acts like it is trying to but can't. I'm wondering if it's a belt issue. Maybe I have them too tight or too loose. I put them in according to the directions but did not pay attention to the "tread position". The teeth are facing down toward the gear but does it matter which direction they go? Any thoughts on what the problem is?
Sorry to hear- I have not experienced that. There is Facebook group "Official Group for Sculpfun Users"- I would recommend connecting with them- there's usually some people that can help. Reaching out to Sculpfun is also another good option.
Info on the glasses?
once put together how tall is the laser assembly ? Including the air assist pipe coming down on the head .. If I need to store it in a drawer, how tall would the drawer need to be?
Hi- I no longer have access to the machine. Reaching out to a FB group should help find your answer! Thanks for watching!
I am just getting started and am having trouble matching or finding test files with proper settings on the net for the 33 Ultra .Would you have a test file to share for a 30 Ultra 33w .
Hi- congrats on your laser machine! I use Lightburn software and there's a built in feature to make easy test files. It's under "Laser Tools" and then "Material Test". From there you can pick your speed and power to create the test pattern. I start with very wide settings from low to high and then run another 1-2 test patterns to narrow down the best settings for the machine and material. Lightburn does offer a FREE 30 day trail if you are not currently using it. Best wishes and thanks for watching!
I have one more question - Can this laser hardwoods like walnut or maple? and how deep if it can.
Yes- I can engrave hardwoods. The depth depends on the the actual piece of wood- wood as you know has a lot of natural variation. The focus of the laser can be set about 2mm lower than normal and will provide deeper engraving.
Hi there. Thanks so much for this video. I just setup my S30; it's my first laser. I have no idea what I'm doing. I have pieces of wood on which I will be engraving just text. How does the laser know where to start engraving so that the text is centered on the wood? Do I have to put in the coordinates of the wood?
Hi, congratulations on your new machine! The easiest way to start when using LightBurn software is to simply type your text. Anywhere will work for now. Check that the "Start Position" in Absolute Coordinate and click the "Home" button. Click the "Frame" button in the LightBurn software- this will move the laser around to the text area- place your material under the laser and click Frame again to make sure the laser travels over the material- adjust as needed. There's free 30 day trial of LightBurn software with all features unlocked.
@@thelaserchannel1 Thanks! I had, actually, found a really good video that demonstrated three different ways to line up your work. I've already done several pieces. I love this! Wish I had gotten one these machines a long time ago.
@@JingoPoe what was the video you found please
I am just setting up my Sculpfun S30 Pro Max 20w laser. The fan on the laser head runs constantly when the power is on even thought I am not trying to do anything. Is this normal? Any help very gratefully received. Thank you for the video, very helpful so far.
Yes- many of the laser module cooling fans run constantly and this is normal. I am in favor of the fans that only run when the laser module is firing. Thanks for watching!
Yeah I agree, it is very distracting as I've no idea what I am doing and trying to concentrate ;). Thank you for your speedy response. @@thelaserchannel1
I am looking for a desktop sized machine to make small cards out of A4 paper. First the cards are printed on the A4 and then they are manually cut. As it takes hours I would like to automate it, would a laser be a good option for that?
Yes- a laser diode machine will have no problems cutting through cardstock! I recommend using an air assist kit with the machine because will reduce the laser cut char that can occur on the edges. Thanks for watching!
I just bought my wife the S30 pro max. She’s having a hard time figuring out how to tell the machine where the project is on the board (work area). Do you have any videos on that?
Thank you.
HI- I don't have a specific video but I can share that in Lightburn I use the Start From option "Absolute Coords". I use the move command to position the laser module where I want the project to start and I move my project material to that location. Yes- a video would help show this! I'll add it to the video list!
@@thelaserchannel1 hello. Thank you for that information. We are trying to learn this together with help from people like yourself. Thanks again , it’s greatly appreciated.
Just finished a project video with the S30 Pro- I do spend a quick segment showing how I quickly match the laser module location and the project material. Video should be ready sometime tomorrow!
I just ordered the s30 pro 10 w and was wondering what are good safety glasses to go with it??
Congrats! It will come with safety glasses!
But are they real good glasses?
@@michaelainsworth627 I would say they are standard quality. They do block the harmful wavelengths of the laser. Better glasses will be more comfortable. Look for glasses rated to block 455±5nm. I haven't purchased any glasses- I use what comes with the laser and I also use a laser enclosure that blocks most of the scatter laser along with not looking directly at the laser spot on the work material. Thank you for being safe with your eyes!
I just bought one , and once i press the start button the air assist is starting also . Is this normal , or the air should start only when i cut something ?
The air pump is controlled though LIghtBurn- in the Lightburn layer there's a check box for "AIR" on/off, by default LightBurn has the AIR on in all layers.
@@thelaserchannel1 Thank you so much for your response :) i got it now
@@pavelcristian3945 Excellent!
Do you think it’s worth it to go big (20w)? The price jump is quite a lot
I agree there's a big price jump- I recommend budgeting for as much machine as possible while making sure there's money left over to buy craft materials. I also shop at the Dollar Tree to play around cutting/ engraving poster board, there's cheap picture frame glass, and wood blanks that are usually 2-4 mm thick. Not the best wood but great for learning and playing around.
I can honestly tell you from going cheap it was probably the worst mistake I made trying to save a little money because at the end of the day you're going to want to go bigger and more powerful why not do it from the beginning and you got everything you need all at once.
@@mcandg6604 agree with the point, I just wish the price gap is not that big. And just saw a post that they’re releasing 3 new models again, I don’t know why
my laser is moving and light is coming out the end of the tip of the engraver but there is nothing burning into the wood
Try increasing the power but first make sure the laser is in focus.
Where did you find the magnets for the honeycomb?
Hi- I've added a safe Amazon link in the video description! And here's the same link- Magnetic Strips: amzn.to/3CJS9Qf
@@thelaserchannel1 Thank you!
@@thelaserchannel1 I love your review - very informative, and I will be purchasing one soon.
@@user-oc1mk4pm4d Excellent!
What is on the table under the machine?
It's an aluminum backer board that comes with Honeycomb stand off. Any sheet of aluminum, Steel, or Stainless Steel will work!
I do not know which to buy sculpfun s30 pro or the ortur Laser Master 2 pro
Which one to buy is always a tough one to answer. Both machines have a similar build type. The Sculpfun S30 Pro does include a full air assist kit with pump that can be controlled in LightBurn software. The Ortur LM2 pro includes a partial air assist- the air pump is purchased separately. One way to look at the purchase is the total cost with air assist (it really is that important!), the honeycomb board, and other accessories like a rotary unit. Overall, I both brands and machines are great.
@@thelaserchannel1 I choose the Sculpfun s30 pro without hesitation thank you very much convinced me your video
@@martinpalermo4520 There is the Ortur LM3. But I too am becoming interested in this Sculpfun Machine.👍
will it mark silver and gold
I have not used a laser diode machine on silver or gold. For metals I use a fiber laser that is tuned just for metals.
It doesn’t say the numbers go on inside or outside
hi, can you make two sprockets
What kind of sprockets are you thinking of?
toothed wheels, for a panoply, with geras of 5 or 20 cm
with which program can the wheels be created
@@canalulmeugaby Here's a link to a site that will create gears/sprockets based on user input: makerdesignlab.com/tutorials-tips/online-file-generators-for-laser-cutting/#gears
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rst:0x10 (RTCWDT_RTC_RESET),boot:0x3 (DOWNLOAD_BOOT(UART0/UART1/SDIO_REI_REO_V2))
waiting for download
I don't understand what to do here , my first time using a laser and light burn , s30 sculpfun pro max. please help .
Are you receiving the error when downloading Lightburn or when connecting or starting a project from Lightburn to the machine? I don't recall running into this message.
This prodect howmony indian mony pls repley
The current USA price for the 20w S30 Pro is about $660 this will be around 55,064.03 Indian Rupee. Thanks for watching!
What is the focal point of this laser?
Hi Ken- the focal point is 0.06x0.08mm. This will work nicely for both engraving and cutting! To focus there's a round aluminum focus spacer that is placed on the work material- the laser body is then lowered to the top of the aluminum focus spacer to set the focus distance. The aluminum spacer is 1.97" (~50mm) long.
@@thelaserchannel1 thanks for the reply. I think this will work well for a first laser.
@@kenkozimor8471 I think you'll really enjoy the machine! There are also kits to extend the work space to a huge 35" by 35" area for future growth!