The Snapmaker: 3D printing, laser engraving and CNC carving in one
3D printers, like the Snapmaker, are more popular with home users than ever before, with sales of up to one million desktop 3D printers sold this year alone according to 3D Printing Industry. To meet the demands of the maker community, manufacturers are developing models that offer more than “just” three-dimensional printing.
The Snapmaker 3-in-1 3D Printer
The Snapmaker 3D 3-in-1 combines 3D printing, laser engraving and CNC carving in in as single machine.
The high-precision 3D printer produces accurate, high-quality plastic products up to 12.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 cm in size. The CNC carving attachment processes materials like acrylic or wood at speeds of up to 16,000 rpm. If you want to personalise your work, use the laser module to make engravings in wood, plastic or paper.
Everything you need to start 3D printing
The 3-in-1 device has a user friendly touchscreen and comes with the Snapmaker software which allows users to design 3D projects. It is also compatible with third-party software such as Cura, Simplify 3D and Slic3r. A microSD card and USB cable are provided for data storage and transfer. Safety goggles for laser engraving and a PLA filament roll are also included.
