Snapmaker 40W Laser Engraver Installation Guide

20W & 40W Laser Module
ASSEMBLY GUIDE
For Snapmaker 2.0 Users Only

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BEFORE YOU START

1.1 Parts List of the 20W Laser Module

1.2 Parts List of the 40W Laser Module

1.3 Used Symbols

WARNING Ignoring this type of message might result in malfunction or damage of the product and injuries to users.
CAUTION Details you should be aware of throughout the process.
EXPLANATION Provides supplementary information for a better understanding of the instruction.
TIPS Tips offer you convenient operations and additional options.
ORIENTATION Make sure that the highlighted part is facing the right way.

1.4 About this Assembly Guide
This guide is only applicable to the assembly of the Snapmaker 2.0 models, and we will soon release a PDF guide for the assembly of the Artisan model. For Artisan model users, please refer to section 03 Assembly & Installation, in the online Quick Start Guide at: https://wiki.snapmaker.com/en/snapmaker_artisan/manual/qsg_for_3-axis_20w_40w_laser

Installing the Toolhead

2.1 Quick Swap Kit Installed

01/03
To install the platform bracket and the toolhead bracket, refer to section Machine Assembly, in the online Quick Start Guide at: https://wiki.snapmaker.com/Snapmaker_2/manual/qsg_for_2_0_quick_swap_kit

02/03
Loosen the handle of the toolhead bracket, and then slide the toolhead into the bracket.

03/03
Adjust the height of the toolhead vertically until the top of the slider is level with the top of the bracket. Then, tighten the handle of the toolhead.

2.2 Quick Swap Kit Not Installed
01/01
Attach the laser module to the slider on the X axis.

2.3 Installing the 20W Laser Module on 150 Model
01/03
Attach the 20W laser module to the slider on the X axis.

02/03
Connect the 20W laser module with the controller.

03/03
Attach the laser engraving and cutting platform to the support platform.

Connecting the Toolhead

3.1 Connecting the 40W Laser Module
01/02
Connect the laser module with the controller.

Specifically designed to power up the 40W laser module, the powerboosted toolhead cable is also compatible with other toolheads, which means that you do not need to replace the power-boosted toolhead cable when replacing toolheads.

02/02
Lock the power-boosted toolhead cable into the cable holder.

3.2 Connecting the 20W Laser Module
01/02
Connect the laser module with the controller.

02/02
Lock the toolhead cable into the cable holder.

Installing the Platform

4.1 Quick Swap Kit Installed
01/01
To install the laser engraving and cutting platform, refer to section 2.2.2 Laser Engraving and Cutting, in the online Quick Start Guide at:
https://wiki.snapmaker.com/Snapmaker_2/manual/qsg_for_2_0_quick_swap_kit

4.2 Quick Swap Kit Not Installed
01/01
Attach the laser engraving and cutting platform to the support platform.

Installing the Air Assist Pump

01/08
Attach the M5 air tube connector to the toolhead.

02/08
Insert the air tube into the M5 air tube connector.

To pull out the air tube, firmly press the round clamp of the air tube connector while pulling.

03/08
Use the two cable ties to collect and fix the toolhead cable and the air tube.

04/08
IF you have installed the Enclosure, thread the air tube through the snap bushing to the outside of the Enclosure.

05/08
Attach the M8 air tube connector to the air assist pump.

06/08
Insert the other end of the air tube into the M8 air tube connector.

To pull out the air tube, firmly press the round clamp of the air tube connector while pulling.

07/08
Connect the air assist pump conversion cable with the power cable of the air assist pump.

08/08
Insert the air assist pump conversion cable into the Heated Bed port of the controller.

IF you have installed the Enclosure, please place the air assist pump outside the Enclosure. Therefore, you will need to thread the air assist pump conversion cable through the snap bushing into the Enclosure.

Initial Setup

To complete the initial setup and the Luban’s example project tailored for your first creative experience, refer to the online instructions in Wiki at: https://wiki.snapmaker.com/en/Snapmaker_2/manual/qsg_for_3-axis_20w_40w_laser

References

• Quick Start Guide for the 3-axis 20W/40W laser machining on Snapmaker 2.0 | Snapmaker Wiki
• Quick Start Guide for the 3-axis 20W/40W laser machining on Artisan | Snapmaker Wiki
• Quick Start Guide for Snapmaker 2.0 Quick Swap Kit | Snapmaker Wiki

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