Got one of these laser engraver and stopped working after watching your video I was able to get it back up. I’m working thank you so much for taking the time to go step-by-step
Since I got my Ender 3 V3 KE, my original Ender 3 with a faulty Micro Swiss NG hot end/extruder has been sitting, unloved. I had the idea to convert it to a laser machine as the extruder does not need to be part of the equation. I saw Ricky Impey had a relevant video and my mind was made up after watching. Creality has you to thank for another $200 ish USD in their pocket. I feel that even with my limited skillset as I am new to the hobby, I am confident I can make this work for me. Keep up the good work, Ricky. You inspire the meek makers to be strong.
This is a great review. Your other content is supreme among 3d printing tutorials. Your presentation is clean, to the point, and thorough. Thank you. I appreciate the focus on the setup and use case of this module. Thanks for the links.
Great video. The bracket really confused me at first but this video cleared it up! I was actually shocked at how fast the 10W cuts, was expecting it much much slower.
Managed to get my 10watt laser. Nice and easy to connect. Need to do a lot more reading on the best software. Fantastic to see at work, though I'll have to remember the safety goggles. Cheers Rick.
After seeing your previous reviews on laser engravers, I wanted to ask you if you would consider reviewing this kit. But before I came around to asking, you already did. Thank you!
I considered buying the ender 3 just for this laser option. But I'm leaning more towards the elegoo neptune 4 pro. It would be great if this laser could fit that also.
Excellent video! I own an Ender 3 V2 printer and I have the following question regarding the Laser Kit: The original working area of the printer is 220cm x 220cm. With the installation of the Kit, does the working area remain the same? Thank you.
Awesome video I want one now! Also please do the video of going throw the engraving software (potentially both you mentioned if youre up to it) as it would be extremely helpful!
This is a great video and I have purchased one for my son however he has the Ender 3 V3 SE and isn’t on the comparability list. We’ve found a print to support the bracket installation but Y axis connection is under the machine and I can only see a motor cable and not a limiter cable. Any advice on this installation or videos would be amazing if you could support? Thanks Neil
I don't have a solid enclosure for my Ender 3 S1 pro but I have the Creality print tent. Do you know if this would be safe to use? I am worried as it has a metalic looking liner, so I'm concerned about reflections. Any advice would be most appreciated. Thank you for another great video ❤
You certainly shouldn't use one in the Creality tent without safety glasses. You are correct that any reflected light can still cause harm. You could use the Creality tent to contain the smoke though. Personally I would use some sort of extraction too if you can.
Can I use my Lazer to make rubber stamps, and how many times do I need the Lazer to go over the Cut? I have a #6W lazer so want to get Good Detail, and need to know which #Software is best for me I'm using and #Ender 3 #Creality Machine
I purchased one and are quite happy with it on my Ender 3v2. Only worry is the z-axis that keeps winding down in the middle of the engraving. I clamped it fast - but do you have a less clampy solution for my problem? Great and bullshit-free video, btw.
Hmmm, the first two methods that come to mind are a physical restriction to the X axis dropping like a block under it or clamping the X axis lead screw like you are doing. I can't think of any more elegant solutions at the moment 🤔
Thanks for this video, was looking to buy the laser Falcon2 but this look's as if it a better way to go. Wanted it for cutting former's in 3mm ply and Balsa for model aircraft and Hovercraft'. Would this be any good for balsa or do you think the wood is to soft? Have looked at the enclosure and with a bit of mod could fit a small fan to get rid of the fumes'. May be you could look at making one for a future video, anyway thank's for what you have shown so far, is the discount code for Amazon UK or the US only?
I haven't tested balsa wood but I would be very surprised if it doesn't cut it. It cuts 3mm plywood easily. The Amazon discount should work in the UK, I have a feeling it ends very soon, the extended it for us but it's due to run out.
With some minor modifications, I was able to fit the bracket that came with the kit on my Anycubic Kobra Max (400 x 400). I had to clip a couple of unnecessary plastic clips protruding toward the back, replaced the screws with flat heads and bought shorter M3 screws (5mm) for the ribbon cable retainer. I also had to reposition one pin from each X/Y axis endstop because crealities config is different than Anycubic. Creality and most other printer mfg. are NC (Normally Closed) - Anycubic in their infinite wisdom made it NO (Normally open) which is not really safe. After succeeding with that, I installed LightBurn installed the module per crealities instructions and I get a error "GPIO isr service is not installed" and homing failed (with momentary grinding noise from Y-axis stepper). I can't manually home it just grinds in place... Initially I thought it was the endstop causing problems but regardless of what state the enstops are in (OPEN/ CLOSED) I still get that error message. I contacted Creality tech support but they are slow to respond. Any ideas?
turns-out it wasn't just the endstop switches that were cock-eyed, it was also the stepper motor pinout. I had to swap the two center wires and the steppers are now working correctly. It turns-out, that gpio error message is "normal" from creality. If you watch the setup video, you'll notice that they also have that error on lightburn!! To get this kit to work with Anycubic printers, you need to jumper the NC throw of the switch to VCC pin OR buy a switch that already has that configuration (basically any non-Anycubic endstop). then you need a 3 wire cable (JST XH-2.54mm) NOT 2-wire because when switching back, the Anycubic board will use the other wire. You also need to swap the two center wires on one end of the 4 stepper wires. This way the steppers are getting the full duty cycle, not half which is what was causing the grinding! You also need to purchase or make longer XH-2,54mm cables for the endstops and laser module as well as JST PH cables to extend the stepper motors since at least one set will have to be modified as an adaptor. You could also just swap the pins on the creality Falcon control board itself! Either way, you need extra cables! Now if I could just figure-out how to get non greyscale modes to work without crashing the creality laser control module!
Great job explaining the installation process. I wonder if Creality will have an infrared module available soon since they seem to be the hottest thing right now. I can’t find any UA-cam videos where someone has substituted an Atomstack, or a Sculpfun ir module with this kit. Have you heard of anyone doing that?
It hooks onto the sleeves that space the X axis carriage from the rollers and clamps onto the X axis bracket back plate. As long as those parts are still there then it should work. Worst case you make need to make a mod to the bracket.
Would be interested in a original Microswiss attachment bracket! I had to make mine, but it is a full time unit and I have two printers with microSwiss that could benefit from this
This is great to recicle your ender 3, I move to bambu Labs and I love my first ender 3 printer so don't want to sell it, I will convert it on a permanent laser engraver
I have an Elegoo Neptune 2S and wanted to know if the bracket would fit that printer. I've had experience in CNC machining and have been wanting something like this. Great review!
Hi, I don't have access to an Elegoo Neptune 2S but it looks from pictures that the rollers are further apart so I would say that the stock bracket probably won't fit straight on. However, it might not be that difficult to make up a bracket. It only needs to hold the laser module in the right position and prevent wobble in the x direction.
You would be mich happier with a 10w laser over a 5w in my opinion. The more powerful the laser, the more materials you can engrave and the faster you can go.
Hi man! I'm not sure if you will even notice this comment, but since I'm not sure my 2nd unboxed Ender 3 Pro will be bought (it's kinda old machine anyway) I'm thinking of turning it into laser engraver. And I must say I love your racing tracks folder! :D
Hey Ricky, great content, thank you. I have an issue though: i used the falcon 10w with an elegoo neptune 4 and just hoped, rhat the stepper motors would be the same as the enders. My results are messed up. I cant seem to get x and y both to work. I basically get a line in y wirh some x sqiggles. Do you recon ive got a faulty control unit, or is it the stepper motors ? Cheers for your answer
Hi Ricky, thanks again for this video, after watching it I have decided to buy it using the link you provided. It is working great, the only downside is that I am afraid of plugin and unplug the cables many times, the chance of damaging the plugs/cables is something to keep in mind. I have a question. Nowadays you can buy a cheap 3018 CNC machine that also is something I would like to have. You can pick them up for as low as EUR 170 these days. Would this Creality laser unit also work on a standard 3018 cnc machine? The stepper motors are the same and the X axes are a lot more steady than the one on the Ender 3v2. Would this work?
Great video! I am thinking about buying one myself. I am waiting on a new Ender V3 Plus to arrive any day and would like to get a laser module for it. I don't believe it is officially supported when I checked their website. Do you or anyone else have the STL file for the printer I am getting? The only laser module in stock is the 1.6W version for the printers. I wanted to get the 5W as I am just starting out. There is the 5W CR-Laser Falcon engraver on sale for $139 for Black Friday (usually $299) and the module to convert the printer for 5W is on sale for $103 (usually $129). Due to the stock issue, seems logical to spend the extra $20 and get the whole set up offered. Anyone have any input on this? The sales are still going on until the end of the year.
Great video! I am planning to buy this with an enclosure my main issue is that I will operate to cut plywood for my rockets in my flat. Do you have any advice? Thanks!
Does not work with Elegoo Neptune 2 and I have tried all the gcode parameters! Bloody annoying because you are not the only person who suggested it was compatible with different brands. Is it possible to make it work? Or do I have to buy a second hand Ender?
Thanks for the video Ricky. I'm curious how safe these lasers are to run at home. I've heard of laser radiation and fire hazards around these engravers. Is it safe to run them without housing and fire protection?
'Safe' is a matter of opinion. There are dangers and you need to be aware of all of the hazards which it seems you are. You should never look at the laser light without protective eyewear and yes, there is a fire risk. You should always be present when laser engraving and have a fire extinguisher nearby. That being said, I have never had a fire and any flame has gone out on it's own after seconds.
Hey Ricky! Love the channel! In this video you asked if we'd be interested in a video on using Lightburn. My wife got me this exact add-on kit for my Ender 3 V2 for Christmas and I'd love to learn more about using the software. Have you done a video and I've missed it? If not, would you consider doing one for someone new to the laser engraving side of things? Thanks!
Have you tried using the sonic pad with the laser? I have an ender3 s1 pro with a Sonic Pad and a laser and it seems to be possible to do it but I can't find how to connect it to the Sonic Pad.
If i understand correctly, this kit runs completely independent of the printer's hot end? I have an old ender 3 with a dead hotend, but the gantry and limit switches work fine. I was going to replace that hotend at some point but now im thinking i could remove the print head and make it a dedicated laser engraver...
7:52 I've considered getting one for pcb, but i was really suitably terrified that I'd forget putting my glasses from all the quick tests I'll probably do, not to mention that I've heard that any engraver needs to be enclosed with air ventilation I wish someone would make a kit with a cam that looks at you and automatically detect eyes and immediately stop itself as precaution
To be fair, there is also a protective guard around the laser that 'helps' with filtering the harmful light. It can't stop reflected beams that will inevitably bounce off of any reflective material though.
It comes with a very protective plastic layer and a pair of glasses that completely block the light. I actually bought the 5W to cut acrylic with. It wasn’t the best because it was only 5 watts, but it definitely wasn’t an issue with getting light in my eye. DEFINITELY get ventilation though. My workroom smelt like a nail salon for 4 hours lol
Hey Ricky How’s tricks. Sooooo creality are sending me out a laser to review, so first port of call was to see if you had experience in this. 👍🏻 So I have one question, you say at the beginning of your review, that the separate control module does all the work, as my e3v2 has klipper (sonic pad) installed, does that mean I don’t have to re flash back to marlin? Cheers mate, and great vid yet again.
Hi, all good thanks. Nope you just unplug the stepper motors and plug in the wiring from the new control unit, bypassing the printer's board and power supply completely. No firmware changes, no bed tramming, just plug and go really.
Hi Did you get around to making any brackets just looking to use this laser on my cr10max as we have a old CR10 max and I was thinking of stripping the printer parts off and just leave it as a laser printer
I’ve been trying to find out, but could I use an Ender 5 pro? I have an old one collecting dust because getting good prints on it is horrible, and so I’m trying to get a Bambu. But would like to have a laser without buying a new machine.
Are you sure this works on any creality? It says ender variety on the website. I have a cr10 smart pro to convert fir full time use since it's no longer my 3d printer of choice
Hi Ricky. I have a CR-10-V3 and Creality say there module wont work on that printer, but wont actually say why? Any chance you can tell me If It will? Kev
Where can I get the bracket to fit an artillary sw x1 3d printer. I have an Ender 3. will soon be picking up a used Ender 3 pro. But actually wanted to put the laser on my artillary sw x1
Another great video. You have been so helpful getting me started with 3D. Will the laser work for engraving clear acrylic? Can I use the sonic pad too? I use a Cricut machine to engrave clear acrylic and it takes forever. Wondering about the detail you can get with the laser?
Clear materials don't engrave with a laser without something applied to stop the light and create heat. With glass I use black spray paint but removing this from acrylic would be a lot more difficult. This kit bypasses the printer's control board so you wouldn't use the Sonic Pad for any control.
Great video, I have also watched your sonic pad videos and found them very useful, I believe that the sonic pad can be used with the laser directly, any chance you will be doing a video on this in the future?
Hey man I got a question for you. I just got a glass bed and I was wondering if you consider a glass bed better to the flexible bed that comes with my ender 3. I know that adhesion can be a problem on glass beds and unfortunately I cannot use glue or hairspray because the fumes from them are bad for my birth so what do you think. should I use glass? What are the pros and cons each? And can I put my flexible bed on top of my glass bed when printing with PETG to not damage the glass?
Hi, yes PETG can damage the glass. The big positives with glass is that it's very flat and durable. Glass is good if you want lovely shiny bottom surfaces but there will be prints that don't stick very well. If you can't use glue stick for those stubborn prints then maybe give glass a miss. I would advise something like a PEI surface instead.
Hi Ricky, I have purchased the 10w kit but not got round to fitting it yet. Still getting to grips with the Sonic Pad. 😂 Other videos I have watched about the laser kit suggest fitting a dual drive z-axis upgrade and indicated the an air assist gives better results. What are your opinions on these? I’m still enjoying your videos, straightforward , concise and easy to follow. Thank you👍
Hi, in my opinion, dual z is a complete waste of money with a laser engraving head, the z height doesn't move with engraving. All it would do is help support the weight as the module moves to the unsupported side. If you have any rollers adjusted correctly, this shouldn't be an issue. Air assist is nice but not needed to get started. It helps keep things clean and reduces any clean up afterwards but it can be added later. As a tip, most air assist pumps are aquarium air pumps with a different label and the price doubled and any kind of airflow will help. Some use a compressor with a pressure regulator. All you really need is the attachment that goes over the lens and some hose if you have a pump.
@@RickyImpey That is not quite right......if the rollers on the end of the beam are in any way tight with 3D printing they will cause a drag and the beam will be deflected causing bed leveling problems...... but this can be good for lasering as once the beam is at it's designated height it will stay there no matter the weight shift.. Having tested the rise and fall of the beam with a dial indicator this was found to be true. Perhaps the variation of the beam flexing will not affect the focus of the laser as it's quite small.
Got one of these laser engraver and stopped working after watching your video I was able to get it back up. I’m working thank you so much for taking the time to go step-by-step
Since I got my Ender 3 V3 KE, my original Ender 3 with a faulty Micro Swiss NG hot end/extruder has been sitting, unloved. I had the idea to convert it to a laser machine as the extruder does not need to be part of the equation. I saw Ricky Impey had a relevant video and my mind was made up after watching. Creality has you to thank for another $200 ish USD in their pocket. I feel that even with my limited skillset as I am new to the hobby, I am confident I can make this work for me. Keep up the good work, Ricky. You inspire the meek makers to be strong.
Same here! lol
This is a great review. Your other content is supreme among 3d printing tutorials. Your presentation is clean, to the point, and thorough. Thank you. I appreciate the focus on the setup and use case of this module. Thanks for the links.
Great video. The bracket really confused me at first but this video cleared it up! I was actually shocked at how fast the 10W cuts, was expecting it much much slower.
Managed to get my 10watt laser. Nice and easy to connect. Need to do a lot more reading on the best software. Fantastic to see at work, though I'll have to remember the safety goggles. Cheers Rick.
Do not look into laser with remaining eye.
Your a legend. The go to guy for 100% of 3d issues.
Wow! I didn't know this was possible! Please, yes make an Artillery Sidewinder X2 bracket!!
After seeing your previous reviews on laser engravers, I wanted to ask you if you would consider reviewing this kit. But before I came around to asking, you already did. Thank you!
Great timing then!
I considered buying the ender 3 just for this laser option. But I'm leaning more towards the elegoo neptune 4 pro. It would be great if this laser could fit that also.
did you try it?
Not that I needed one but that's genius, even the original head stays in place! Thank you, I never knew these existed.
It's new but there's not been much exposure yet. I think it's really clever.
LOL @ 'turn on your death machine.' Thanks for that little gem in the middle of this very informative and accessible video. Great content, thanks!
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Great review! Thank you very much for all links.
Excellent video! I own an Ender 3 V2 printer and I have the following question regarding the Laser Kit: The original working area of the printer is 220cm x 220cm. With the installation of the Kit, does the working area remain the same? Thank you.
Ricky great video. Will this work with an Ender 5 S1?
Great video! I was wondering if you ever designed a bracket mount for the Sidewinder x1. It would be greatly appreciated!
Please make a video on use of LightBurn. Thanks in advance.
Great video. Thanks for the effort! Looking forward to giving the laser attachment a go👍🏼
Yeah, it was definitely a great idea to get one. As soon as mine arrived, I had to cut 50 christmas ornaments for my mother 😩😂.
Thank you for the video. WIll it work on tumblers??
Is there a way to add the creality rotary tool so one could engrave glassware / travel mugs, etc?
How do you set where on the material you make the cut?
Great content, Ricky! I'm really tempted to go for it even though I have no experience with CNC machines
It is a great kit.
@@RickyImpey, it happened. I am now waiting for its delivery lol
@@patrickdelvisohopkins ha ha, awesome. Be safe but have fun👍
@@patrickdelvisohopkinshow Is It going?
Awesome video I want one now! Also please do the video of going throw the engraving software (potentially both you mentioned if youre up to it) as it would be extremely helpful!
Would the promo code work for Canada? or is it already past its use time?
Hi, I have a feeling the US one only works in the USA unfortunately. I was only able to get codes for US and Europe on this one.
This is a great video and I have purchased one for my son however he has the Ender 3 V3 SE and isn’t on the comparability list. We’ve found a print to support the bracket installation but Y axis connection is under the machine and I can only see a motor cable and not a limiter cable. Any advice on this installation or videos would be amazing if you could support? Thanks Neil
I don't have a solid enclosure for my Ender 3 S1 pro but I have the Creality print tent. Do you know if this would be safe to use? I am worried as it has a metalic looking liner, so I'm concerned about reflections. Any advice would be most appreciated. Thank you for another great video ❤
You certainly shouldn't use one in the Creality tent without safety glasses. You are correct that any reflected light can still cause harm. You could use the Creality tent to contain the smoke though. Personally I would use some sort of extraction too if you can.
@RickyImpey thank you
Very professional and informative review. Could someone kindly confirm it can be used with the CR 10 Smart Pro?
Ditto! I have the smart pro and want to add engraving
Did you guys figure out if it is compatible?
@@littlestar0072 Their website chat makes it seem like there’s not an option to add it on the smart pro
Great content! New thing I didn’t know I needed lol
would love to have a bracket for sidewinder X2, which is the same as X1 in a lot of ways, so if you create one will definitely use it!
Can I use my Lazer to make rubber stamps, and how many times do I need the Lazer to go over the Cut?
I have a #6W lazer so want to get Good Detail, and need to know which #Software is best for me
I'm using and #Ender 3 #Creality Machine
The nifty little gage is great for basswood, but what about acrylic 6mm?
I purchased one and are quite happy with it on my Ender 3v2. Only worry is the z-axis that keeps winding down in the middle of the engraving. I clamped it fast - but do you have a less clampy solution for my problem? Great and bullshit-free video, btw.
Hmmm, the first two methods that come to mind are a physical restriction to the X axis dropping like a block under it or clamping the X axis lead screw like you are doing. I can't think of any more elegant solutions at the moment 🤔
Great review! Thank you!
Thanks for this video, was looking to buy the laser Falcon2 but this look's as if it a better way to go. Wanted it for cutting former's in 3mm ply and Balsa for model aircraft and Hovercraft'. Would this be any good for balsa or do you think the wood is to soft? Have looked at the enclosure and with a bit of mod could fit a small fan to get rid of the fumes'. May be you could look at making one for a future video, anyway thank's for what you have shown so far, is the discount code for Amazon UK or the US only?
I haven't tested balsa wood but I would be very surprised if it doesn't cut it. It cuts 3mm plywood easily. The Amazon discount should work in the UK, I have a feeling it ends very soon, the extended it for us but it's due to run out.
With some minor modifications, I was able to fit the bracket that came with the kit on my Anycubic Kobra Max (400 x 400). I had to clip a couple of unnecessary plastic clips protruding toward the back, replaced the screws with flat heads and bought shorter M3 screws (5mm) for the ribbon cable retainer. I also had to reposition one pin from each X/Y axis endstop because crealities config is different than Anycubic. Creality and most other printer mfg. are NC (Normally Closed) - Anycubic in their infinite wisdom made it NO (Normally open) which is not really safe. After succeeding with that, I installed LightBurn installed the module per crealities instructions and I get a error "GPIO isr service is not installed" and homing failed (with momentary grinding noise from Y-axis stepper). I can't manually home it just grinds in place... Initially I thought it was the endstop causing problems but regardless of what state the enstops are in (OPEN/ CLOSED) I still get that error message. I contacted Creality tech support but they are slow to respond. Any ideas?
turns-out it wasn't just the endstop switches that were cock-eyed, it was also the stepper motor pinout. I had to swap the two center wires and the steppers are now working correctly. It turns-out, that gpio error message is "normal" from creality. If you watch the setup video, you'll notice that they also have that error on lightburn!! To get this kit to work with Anycubic printers, you need to jumper the NC throw of the switch to VCC pin OR buy a switch that already has that configuration (basically any non-Anycubic endstop). then you need a 3 wire cable (JST XH-2.54mm) NOT 2-wire because when switching back, the Anycubic board will use the other wire. You also need to swap the two center wires on one end of the 4 stepper wires. This way the steppers are getting the full duty cycle, not half which is what was causing the grinding! You also need to purchase or make longer XH-2,54mm cables for the endstops and laser module as well as JST PH cables to extend the stepper motors since at least one set will have to be modified as an adaptor. You could also just swap the pins on the creality Falcon control board itself! Either way, you need extra cables! Now if I could just figure-out how to get non greyscale modes to work without crashing the creality laser control module!
Great job explaining the installation process. I wonder if Creality will have an infrared module available soon since they seem to be the hottest thing right now. I can’t find any UA-cam videos where someone has substituted an Atomstack, or a Sculpfun ir module with this kit. Have you heard of anyone doing that?
Nice job on review as usual. Quick question. I have E3V2 with upgraded DD extruder. Will bracket work with that?
It hooks onto the sleeves that space the X axis carriage from the rollers and clamps onto the X axis bracket back plate. As long as those parts are still there then it should work. Worst case you make need to make a mod to the bracket.
Would be interested in a original Microswiss attachment bracket! I had to make mine, but it is a full time unit and I have two printers with microSwiss that could benefit from this
Hi! Any bracket for the cr10s pro v2 as mentioned? Thanks!
This is great to recicle your ender 3, I move to bambu Labs and I love my first ender 3 printer so don't want to sell it, I will convert it on a permanent laser engraver
Hi Ricky what’s the discount Code? For some Reason i can’t get into the Description?
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Discount code: 10QCBQO7
I have an Elegoo Neptune 2S and wanted to know if the bracket would fit that printer. I've had experience in CNC machining and have been wanting something like this. Great review!
Hi, I don't have access to an Elegoo Neptune 2S but it looks from pictures that the rollers are further apart so I would say that the stock bracket probably won't fit straight on. However, it might not be that difficult to make up a bracket. It only needs to hold the laser module in the right position and prevent wobble in the x direction.
Interested in a bracket for the Sidewinder X2 and a review if you get it working! Thanks
Do you know which laser would be best? 5w or 10w. I would be looking at only engraving in wood and maybe tile/metal. Cutting would not be done.
You would be mich happier with a 10w laser over a 5w in my opinion. The more powerful the laser, the more materials you can engrave and the faster you can go.
Nice review！
Hi man! I'm not sure if you will even notice this comment, but since I'm not sure my 2nd unboxed Ender 3 Pro will be bought (it's kinda old machine anyway) I'm thinking of turning it into laser engraver. And I must say I love your racing tracks folder! :D
Do You know if the láser works with Ender 3 v3 SE ?
Because I do not find the límit switches
Hey Ricky, great content, thank you. I have an issue though: i used the falcon 10w with an elegoo neptune 4 and just hoped, rhat the stepper motors would be the same as the enders. My results are messed up. I cant seem to get x and y both to work. I basically get a line in y wirh some x sqiggles. Do you recon ive got a faulty control unit, or is it the stepper motors ?
Cheers for your answer
Hi Ricky, thanks again for this video, after watching it I have decided to buy it using the link you provided. It is working great, the only downside is that I am afraid of plugin and unplug the cables many times, the chance of damaging the plugs/cables is something to keep in mind. I have a question. Nowadays you can buy a cheap 3018 CNC machine that also is something I would like to have. You can pick them up for as low as EUR 170 these days. Would this Creality laser unit also work on a standard 3018 cnc machine? The stepper motors are the same and the X axes are a lot more steady than the one on the Ender 3v2. Would this work?
So tempting at 180$. I even have some Amazon credit but don't know if the wife would be happy about another purchase
I feel you.
Just do it!
And let your wife see what you can do with it.😊😊
@@digitalj78 you might be onto something. If I can show here all the silly home decoration sign I can make with it maybe she'll be on board
Great video! I am thinking about buying one myself. I am waiting on a new Ender V3 Plus to arrive any day and would like to get a laser module for it. I don't believe it is officially supported when I checked their website. Do you or anyone else have the STL file for the printer I am getting?
The only laser module in stock is the 1.6W version for the printers. I wanted to get the 5W as I am just starting out. There is the 5W CR-Laser Falcon engraver on sale for $139 for Black Friday (usually $299) and the module to convert the printer for 5W is on sale for $103 (usually $129). Due to the stock issue, seems logical to spend the extra $20 and get the whole set up offered. Anyone have any input on this? The sales are still going on until the end of the year.
Would this work on much larger stepper motors ?
Great video! I am planning to buy this with an enclosure my main issue is that I will operate to cut plywood for my rockets in my flat. Do you have any advice? Thanks!
Does not work with Elegoo Neptune 2 and I have tried all the gcode parameters! Bloody annoying because you are not the only person who suggested it was compatible with different brands. Is it possible to make it work? Or do I have to buy a second hand Ender?
Hey do you happen to have an stl for a cr 10 smart pro bracket?
Hi! Is the laser module compatible with the Ender-5? With K1C? with other models with a stable frame?
Very good , thanks man 🙂👍
Thanks for the video Ricky. I'm curious how safe these lasers are to run at home. I've heard of laser radiation and fire hazards around these engravers. Is it safe to run them without housing and fire protection?
'Safe' is a matter of opinion. There are dangers and you need to be aware of all of the hazards which it seems you are. You should never look at the laser light without protective eyewear and yes, there is a fire risk. You should always be present when laser engraving and have a fire extinguisher nearby. That being said, I have never had a fire and any flame has gone out on it's own after seconds.
Hey Ricky! Love the channel! In this video you asked if we'd be interested in a video on using Lightburn. My wife got me this exact add-on kit for my Ender 3 V2 for Christmas and I'd love to learn more about using the software. Have you done a video and I've missed it? If not, would you consider doing one for someone new to the laser engraving side of things? Thanks!
Can you engrave tumblers?
Very tempting to get the death machi… laser engraver.
Does this work with a sonic pad? Or do you not even need any creality software for this to work?
Hi,
Great video, any chance you still have the original files that came on the sd card?
Thanks!
Hi, it's very likely that I do. Drop me an email to the address in the 'about' section 👍
Perfect thank you!@@RickyImpey
It is working with cr-10 se ?
Have you tried using the sonic pad with the laser? I have an ender3 s1 pro with a Sonic Pad and a laser and it seems to be possible to do it but I can't find how to connect it to the Sonic Pad.
If i understand correctly, this kit runs completely independent of the printer's hot end? I have an old ender 3 with a dead hotend, but the gantry and limit switches work fine. I was going to replace that hotend at some point but now im thinking i could remove the print head and make it a dedicated laser engraver...
That's correct, sounds like a great use for an old printer👍
Can I change the laser type later? for example for a 20W laser
Would it fit Creality K1 / K1 Max?
Does this work for the CR20?
did you ever make a bracket for the s1 pro i have the laser on order and wondering what you did for your s1 pro
Could use a Bracket if needed for Elegoo Neptune 3 Pro, thank you
What is the biggest difference if I decide to get the 5 watt laser engraver instead?
Engraving will take longer and you won't be able to cut through some materials.
7:52 I've considered getting one for pcb, but i was really suitably terrified that I'd forget putting my glasses from all the quick tests I'll probably do, not to mention that I've heard that any engraver needs to be enclosed with air ventilation
I wish someone would make a kit with a cam that looks at you and automatically detect eyes and immediately stop itself as precaution
To be fair, there is also a protective guard around the laser that 'helps' with filtering the harmful light. It can't stop reflected beams that will inevitably bounce off of any reflective material though.
It comes with a very protective plastic layer and a pair of glasses that completely block the light. I actually bought the 5W to cut acrylic with. It wasn’t the best because it was only 5 watts, but it definitely wasn’t an issue with getting light in my eye. DEFINITELY get ventilation though. My workroom smelt like a nail salon for 4 hours lol
Hey Ricky
How’s tricks.
Sooooo creality are sending me out a laser to review, so first port of call was to see if you had experience in this. 👍🏻
So I have one question, you say at the beginning of your review, that the separate control module does all the work, as my e3v2 has klipper (sonic pad) installed, does that mean I don’t have to re flash back to marlin?
Cheers mate, and great vid yet again.
Hi, all good thanks. Nope you just unplug the stepper motors and plug in the wiring from the new control unit, bypassing the printer's board and power supply completely. No firmware changes, no bed tramming, just plug and go really.
@@RickyImpey nice one mate.
It’s turning up today, I’m quite excited to see what it’s all about, and do my first review 🥴👍🏻
@@toddy9141 send me a link when you're done 👍
@@RickyImpey will do mate, don’t think I’ll be upto your caliber 👍🏻
Hi
Did you get around to making any brackets just looking to use this laser on my cr10max as we have a old CR10 max and I was thinking of stripping the printer parts off and just leave it as a laser printer
I’ve been trying to find out, but could I use an Ender 5 pro? I have an old one collecting dust because getting good prints on it is horrible, and so I’m trying to get a Bambu. But would like to have a laser without buying a new machine.
Are you sure this works on any creality? It says ender variety on the website. I have a cr10 smart pro to convert fir full time use since it's no longer my 3d printer of choice
Hi Ricky. I have a CR-10-V3 and Creality say there module wont work on that printer, but wont actually say why? Any chance you can tell me If It will? Kev
where did you find the box for the smoke?
Where can I get the bracket to fit an artillary sw x1 3d printer. I have an Ender 3. will soon be picking up a used Ender 3 pro. But actually wanted to put the laser on my artillary sw x1
hi .. is it work for acrylic also
What is the problem with the smoke?
Do you know if this works with a Sovol SV01 Pro?
Can u make a bracket for the original elegoo neptune 2
What do you recommend to prevent z axis from being pulled down with the added weight of the laser module?
tighten the rollers on the z axis.
Think I'm going to buy this for my anycubic i3 mega, it's redundant at the minute
Another great video. You have been so helpful getting me started with 3D. Will the laser work for engraving clear acrylic? Can I use the sonic pad too? I use a Cricut machine to engrave clear acrylic and it takes forever. Wondering about the detail you can get with the laser?
Clear materials don't engrave with a laser without something applied to stop the light and create heat. With glass I use black spray paint but removing this from acrylic would be a lot more difficult. This kit bypasses the printer's control board so you wouldn't use the Sonic Pad for any control.
Can it engrave on Aluminium?
will this kit fit a creator pro 3d printer
Can you attach this to a noncreality brand printer?
Is it possible to mount it on an other printer? I need to change steps/mm for the acis.. is this possible?
did you do a bracket for the cr10 pro v2 at all?
Great video, I have also watched your sonic pad videos and found them very useful, I believe that the sonic pad can be used with the laser directly, any chance you will be doing a video on this in the future?
Are the homecomb dimensions fit the s1 pro? It seems to big?
Will it work on the model Ender 3 V 3 SE?
Does it fit into bambu lab a1 mini???
I have an older Ender 5 Pro. A bracket for that one would be great to turn it into a dedicated laser engraver.
can i use lightburn without the control box kit?
Hey man I got a question for you. I just got a glass bed and I was wondering if you consider a glass bed better to the flexible bed that comes with my ender 3. I know that adhesion can be a problem on glass beds and unfortunately I cannot use glue or hairspray because the fumes from them are bad for my birth so what do you think. should I use glass? What are the pros and cons each? And can I put my flexible bed on top of my glass bed when printing with PETG to not damage the glass?
Hi, yes PETG can damage the glass. The big positives with glass is that it's very flat and durable. Glass is good if you want lovely shiny bottom surfaces but there will be prints that don't stick very well. If you can't use glue stick for those stubborn prints then maybe give glass a miss. I would advise something like a PEI surface instead.
Hi Ricky, I have purchased the 10w kit but not got round to fitting it yet. Still getting to grips with the Sonic Pad. 😂 Other videos I have watched about the laser kit suggest fitting a dual drive z-axis upgrade and indicated the an air assist gives better results. What are your opinions on these?
I’m still enjoying your videos, straightforward , concise and easy to follow. Thank you👍
Hi, in my opinion, dual z is a complete waste of money with a laser engraving head, the z height doesn't move with engraving. All it would do is help support the weight as the module moves to the unsupported side. If you have any rollers adjusted correctly, this shouldn't be an issue. Air assist is nice but not needed to get started. It helps keep things clean and reduces any clean up afterwards but it can be added later. As a tip, most air assist pumps are aquarium air pumps with a different label and the price doubled and any kind of airflow will help. Some use a compressor with a pressure regulator. All you really need is the attachment that goes over the lens and some hose if you have a pump.
Thanks, Ricky
@@RickyImpey That is not quite right......if the rollers on the end of the beam are in any way tight with 3D printing they will cause a drag and the beam will be deflected causing bed leveling problems...... but this can be good for lasering as once the beam is at it's designated height it will stay there no matter the weight shift..
Having tested the rise and fall of the beam with a dial indicator this was found to be true.
Perhaps the variation of the beam flexing will not affect the focus of the laser as it's quite small.