CNC 3018 to 3040 Upgrade with 500W Spindle Motor ( Sainsmart Genmitsu )

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  • Upgrading a Sainsmart Genmitsu 3018-PROVer with a 3040 Y axis Extension, an aluminium spindle holder and a 500 Watt spindle motor.
    3018-PROVer
    amzn.to/3Y8GiEW Amazon
    bit.ly/31YfEm3 Sainsmart website
    3040 Y-Axis Extension Kit
    amzn.to/3Kg8foI Amazon
    bit.ly/3fXDp5R Sainsmart website
    3040 Aluminum Spoilboard
    amzn.to/3OugsrQ Amazon
    bit.ly/3taay1W Sainsmart website
    Aluminum Spindle Holder
    amzn.to/44HWtM1 Amazon
    bit.ly/3mFLKwj 3018-PRO
    bit.ly/3mzAhhQ 3018-PROVer
    500W Spindle motor www.banggood.com/custlink/33v...
    500W Spindle motor www.banggood.com/custlink/mv3...
    Amazon 500W spindle motor amzn.to/476cMUi
    3040 MDF Spoilboard bit.ly/3wJMtkQ
    8 hole 2040 joining plates bit.ly/3eckqSr
    Laser kit bit.ly/3ga4XFp
    Dust boot files www.techydiy.org/3018-prover-c...
    Dust shoe for a 3018 (42mm /775 spindle motor) shrsl.com/3a4zk
    Dust shoe for a 69mm spindle shrsl.com/3a4zl
    00:00 Introduction
    00:28 Dismantle 3018
    01:32 Assemble Y Axis
    02:13 MDF Spoilboard
    04:08 Candle
    04:28 Level Spoilboard
    04:57 Cut Plywood
    05:20 Laser
    05:38 Aluminium Spoilboard
    07:25 Cut Plywood
    07:56 Aluminium Spindle Holder
    08:54 500W Spindle Motor
    09:54 Cut Plywood
    10:24 Tensegrity
    10:46 Cut Aluminium
    11:57 Height Increase
    13:39 Review
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Komentáře • 254

  • @frankpolanco561
    @frankpolanco561 Před rokem +6

    What a great video. Nice production, well organized, clear speech. It all helped to concentrate on the subject matter - that super nice desktop Sainsmart CNC. Thanks for taking the time to do this. It's nice to see all these upgrades in action.

  • @boiclyde
    @boiclyde Před 3 lety +34

    You got to hand it to Genmitsu for really just keeping up with the in-home CNC machine game.

  • @lukemccloskey6608
    @lukemccloskey6608 Před 2 lety +3

    This is incredible thank you! Excited to get mine in a couple days and you just got me more jacked to receive it with all of these badass upgrades that I can do!

  • @insanet3
    @insanet3 Před 3 lety +3

    these types of aluminium bracket is actually a good heat dissipator, i managed to install 2 water blocks to the sides and works incredible well. i know in a dc motor cooling the armature is not the best, but it works way better than expected.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Yep, it definitely helps dissipate heat from the motor

  • @Georges-MILLION
    @Georges-MILLION Před 3 lety +3

    Merci beaucoup pour cette vidéo !
    Le résultat est vraiment satisfaisant !!!! Bravo !
    Et merci aussi pour tous les liens pour faire la modif ! Super !!!
    Thank you very much for this video !
    The result is really satisfying !!!! Well done !
    And thank you also for all the links to make the change! Great !!!

  • @davej7434
    @davej7434 Před rokem +2

    Bravo on your height fix! Love it when people think outside the shipping box! Only thing I am wondering is why not mount the bed rails out further away from the center axis, for more support, and stiffness?

  • @csikoba4725
    @csikoba4725 Před 2 lety

    Thats very cool,major upgrade!

  • @yacoubjabal3762
    @yacoubjabal3762 Před 3 lety +1

    Good job and great video, I think the Y axis will do the wobbling. if I have to extend the Y axis I will use the SBR16 or 12 linear guide or convert the rod from 12 mm to 16 mm.

  • @jazzsheehan
    @jazzsheehan Před 2 lety +5

    Thanks for doing this excellent tutorial. It was a great help to me and I would never have come up with the solution to raise the Z height like you did. I did take the easy option and bought the plates from Amazon rather than make my own though. 👍🏻

    • @omfd100
      @omfd100 Před 2 lety +3

      Have you got a link buddy?

    • @davidwrinn9725
      @davidwrinn9725 Před rokem

      Looking to order those, can you post a link, can’t find them.

    • @jaa522
      @jaa522 Před 10 měsíci

      Would also like a link to purchase on Amazon

  • @stavivad000
    @stavivad000 Před 2 lety +1

    A very well put and very informative video. Thank you!!!

  • @Kitsyfluff
    @Kitsyfluff Před 3 lety +2

    I hadn't thought of extending the Z axis clearance like that... damn I know what i need to do on mine next!

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety

      You can also replace it with 2080

    • @AzaB2C
      @AzaB2C Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy do Genmitsu sell 2080 z axis extension kit? Or would we need to buy 2080, and then tap ends for screws to fit?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Buy the 2080. Tapping it by hand is easy.

  • @MrBEnIbb
    @MrBEnIbb Před 3 lety +12

    It would be so good, if you could buy this in a bundle without all the stuff you dont need anymore after you upgrade!

  • @phillipja2010
    @phillipja2010 Před 3 měsíci

    Excellent informative video. Upgrades are absolutely the best way to go.

  • @3dcncautomation953
    @3dcncautomation953 Před 3 lety +9

    Would you be doing more aluminum projects with this machine?

  • @jaimerodriguez3864
    @jaimerodriguez3864 Před 3 lety +2

    Im definetely doing the Z axis extension trick since the project i will be working on need that extra Z.

  • @obe22099
    @obe22099 Před 2 lety

    I've been using a die grinder for aluminum support parts for 3d printing projects. With surprisingly good results but it lacks precision for small parts. It was just lazy attempt to use what i had.
    I guess it's time to get a baby cnc and a mini lathe too. They are more accessible than i imagined. It also seems the bits, collets are interchangeable.

    • @mycosys
      @mycosys Před 2 lety

      not really a major reason you couldn't use a die grinder as the spindle motor. Lot of torque in a small/light package, little heat and no electrocution risks lol.

  • @adlapl
    @adlapl Před 2 lety

    Great review!

  • @flarbac3544
    @flarbac3544 Před 2 lety

    excellent and complete video tutorial , thank you Sir.

  • @enriquemogliazza9709
    @enriquemogliazza9709 Před 2 lety

    Muy buen video, saludos desde Uruguay 🇺🇾

  • @speedyshow7119
    @speedyshow7119 Před 3 lety +1

    You should have minimum half million subscribers

  • @castlecodersltd
    @castlecodersltd Před rokem

    What size (and length) bolts and tee nuts do you use for z extension when you used your metal plates with four holes, please?

  • @Dumbc0mment
    @Dumbc0mment Před 3 lety +1

    On my 3018 the first two passes are correct but it goes too deep on the third pass, I use Easel, I don't know where it comes from

  • @utubedigitalstudio6537

    Wow,great experience

  • @davidhowden3718
    @davidhowden3718 Před rokem

    What was the distance that you moved the x gantry from the back after the upgrade ? please n thankyou

  • @paulmurphy6915
    @paulmurphy6915 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you for a great video!!! It helped me a lot!!! I just added the 3040 extension to my 3018 Prover. I have a question : How far must I move the gantry forward on the 2040 rails from the original 3018 original position? I installed it in the original 3018 position and it appears to be about 30mm too far back. I also plan to use the old 2040 rails to "lift" the Z axis higher up since I added the 3040 spoil board with the extra aluminum bed piece.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      Position the spoilboard so that it is centralised and then position the spindle so that it is in the centre of the spoilboard.

  • @user-wy5ik6zq4r
    @user-wy5ik6zq4r Před 2 lety

    Great idea on the z axis height increase. Thx

  • @denbeech6647
    @denbeech6647 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for sharing a tremendous instructional video. If I may ask, I need to mill at the center of 300mm x 370mm x 6mm acrylic sheets, (so the milling is not close to the edge of the sheet). If I bought a 3018 bundle which includes a 4030 extension would I be able to lay the larger sheet lengthwise on the 300mm x 320mm bed with an 25mm overhang on the front side and 25mm overhang on the back side to do the milling? Any advice appreciated.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      Yes you can do that.

    • @mycosys
      @mycosys Před 2 lety

      if you are using opaque acrylic then a laser may be easier and give a better finish, theyre common and cheap in that size.

  • @AzaB2C
    @AzaB2C Před 3 lety +3

    LOL, but of course... Found your brilliant video ~2 hours after assembling my 3040 extension kit.🤦‍♂️

  • @damiksterr
    @damiksterr Před 3 lety +2

    Great video! Do you have a file you could share on the Z joining plate to cut on the machine? Or dimensions/centers? Thanks!

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +4

      4 holes - 20mm between each hole.

  • @tongtong1tv
    @tongtong1tv Před 2 lety

    좋은정보 감사합니다

  • @creationcncboisresine5441

    ⚙ je suis en train de modifier la mienne en 6060 j'ai hâte de la finir pour voir le résultat et la conclusion finale. Si la version 6060 me convient en terme mécanique je la passe à 1000x1000
    😉👌

  • @danielantoniochavezroque7728

    Excellent video, I would like to make a modification, but I would like to know how far I could extend the x, y, and z axes. I would also like to know if the values ​​that changed $131=315, if previously above it indicates $131=158 that means that the previous value was 158?

  • @FransEric7
    @FransEric7 Před 2 lety

    QUESTION: Under the table - the Y-axis brass nut that has the spring behind it - this Y-axis brass nut is not screwed into the plastic housing - so, does the lead screw nut not get screwed to the housing? (not much to screw to).

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      There is another nut embedded in the plastic housing. The loose nut and spring tensions the leadscrew against the fixed nut.

  • @primaldesigns8203
    @primaldesigns8203 Před 2 lety +1

    Are the original stepper motors strong enough to handle the added weight and torque of the spindle motor?
    Do you get any layer shifting during carving?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +2

      The z axis stepper motor is larger / more powerful than the original stepper motor.

  • @simmerinzimmerman8751
    @simmerinzimmerman8751 Před 3 lety +1

    Would it handle milling small 3 dimensional brass or aluminum parts in this setup?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Yes for occasional use, its not really designed for that.

  • @electronic7979
    @electronic7979 Před 3 lety +2

    Nice machine

  • @alexandersebestian8699

    Hi,finally I have the need to use now the expansion ordered a while ago.
    Anyhow - I was thinking of replacing the Spindle as well.
    What I want to ask is: Can I use the spindle speed commands like I used in the original spindle? OR do I need to turn on the spindle with the potentiometer on the new external powersupply?
    I am using the MACH3 version for the 3014 Prover
    Thanks for your feedback!

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      It is possible to connect some spindle power supplies to the control pcb to allow speed control. It depends on where you get the spindle. The spindle power supply that I used is pretty difficult to connect due to high voltages. The Sainsmart one is probably easier. Someone made a video about it. Personally I don't think having program speed control is worth the effort with a 12k spindle.

  • @cvonp
    @cvonp Před rokem

    Ever seen this one? Even after carefully calibrating the XYZ axes my 3018-PROVer and using the Z-probe on every setup, it consistently cuts between 2mm and 3mm deeper than what is called out (using an end mill with a 1/8" shank - the goal is to get a cut 1mm deep in 3mm stock but no luck). Everything else seems to be working accurately across multiple test files in VCarve Pro 10.5, UGS, and Candle but they all produce much deeper cuts than what I'm instructing the CNC make. Cheers

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem +1

      I think I would start by manually jogging the machine z axis up and down by 1mm, 2mm, 10mm etc. and seeing if it actually moves that amount. Also see if you have any play in the z axis.

    • @cvonp
      @cvonp Před rokem

      @@techydiy Thanks. Yeah, I tried that and it's all tight and jogging against a digital depth gauge is 1:1. No idea why it overshoots by so much when doing an actual job =\

    • @cvonp
      @cvonp Před rokem +2

      @@techydiy Found it! There is an option in VTransfer for X-Carve -- I ignored it because I don't know what X-Carves is -- that allows you to specify the height of your Z-probe as well as a default move rate. Both values were too large and after adjusting them I'm getting the proper depth. Thanks again

  • @normhodkinson3362
    @normhodkinson3362 Před 2 lety

    great Vid..Thanks..I run a Vogvigo Upgrade CNC 3018 Pro m/c...Are all 3018 pros the same mechanically.. and therefore I can use this Mod?Regards..

  • @robjtko
    @robjtko Před 2 lety

    Sir how much does this machine cost before the upgrade and where do you purchase it? Thank you

  • @ThreeDPrintDesigns
    @ThreeDPrintDesigns Před rokem

    Very solid video..

  • @phoenter
    @phoenter Před 2 lety

    Great video - lots of solid detail. Do you have any specifics to share about the tensegrity table you made as it captures the imagination.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      Thanks. Not, really I just made it up as I was going along. Chain and neodymium magnets worked well.

  • @odeltarkhan3033
    @odeltarkhan3033 Před 2 lety

    Can I engrave steel with it after upgrade?

  • @braxtm3593
    @braxtm3593 Před 3 lety

    Hello. really good video. I live in the uk and was just wondering how much this cost you. I think it would be a good upgrade for my 3018 prover. Cheers.

  • @jaimerodriguez3864
    @jaimerodriguez3864 Před 3 lety

    Quick question, how can you level/surface the aluminum spoilboard? Mine for some reason is higher from one side than the other. I ordered the mdf spoilboard but i really like the aluminum one

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Put some shims underneath.

    • @jaimerodriguez3864
      @jaimerodriguez3864 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy under the aluminum plate right?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety

      Between the plate and the mounts

    • @jaimerodriguez3864
      @jaimerodriguez3864 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy awesome!! Will give it a try. Will also better allign the table with respect to the X axis so i can use the table as a square reference.

  • @frankvitetta
    @frankvitetta Před 2 lety +1

    thanks for the video, do you think you can cut a 18mm PLY sheet with the 500W upgrade?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      Yes, as long as your endmill is long enough.

  • @BubonicUK
    @BubonicUK Před 2 lety

    I am just getting into CNC looking at the 3018 would like much bigger room so this upgrade to a 3040 sounds amazing! Do these upgrade apply to any 3018 cnc? There are all sorts of different name brands and what not that all look very much alike....

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      Probably only guaranteed to work with Sainsmart machines

  • @AndrewMcQuillen
    @AndrewMcQuillen Před rokem

    this is a very clear concise well laid out video, thank you i would like to add this extra area to my cnc 3018 howhere mine is the Banggood 3018 Mini Cnc Router. do you think all the pieces will still fit. Thanks again. sorry if this has been answered before but i couldn't find it.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem

      Probably not. The machines are all different sizes

    • @AndrewMcQuillen
      @AndrewMcQuillen Před rokem

      @@techydiy ah thats a shame it looks the ideal mod

  • @robman80808
    @robman80808 Před 2 lety

    Wow, some serious upgrades!!! Not exactly cheap and cheerful by the end though - about another 250-300 over the base price?

  • @osgeld
    @osgeld Před 2 lety +1

    Z axis upgrade makes the machine less ridged, extrusions have a roundness to their faces and your holding them in place with 2 leaf springs on each side so that bad boy will rock like its on the sea. Is it enough to really matter? depends on application

  • @Littledragon8998
    @Littledragon8998 Před 3 lety

    Am getting a lot of EMI with the similar setup here. Where can I get the steel housing for the power supply?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +2

      It's one of these www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/BX963.html
      I wouldn't specifically recommend it, I just happened to have one.
      Look for an aluminium instrument case or project box on ebay, Amazon etc.
      Its also worth getting some rfi filtering for the mains lead.
      Something like this uk.rs-online.com/web/p/power-line-filters/7804991/
      or this uk.rs-online.com/web/p/power-line-filters/1704997/

  • @iankendall386
    @iankendall386 Před rokem

    I have a 3018 pro and I would like to the same upgrades as you can you make same brackets for me for the z axis. Please

  • @jeanyves5380
    @jeanyves5380 Před rokem

    Thank's for your video : i'll notice the link!
    I re-designed the electronic parts of the 3010 because i find it too weak and no electrical keys anywhere
    can bring several electric damages to the machine.
    I have 2 questions:
    1/ Is the 3040 stronger or better than the 3010?
    2/ And may we do the same thing with the 3010?
    Does anybody knows?
    Thank You!

  • @twinnie38
    @twinnie38 Před 2 lety

    Another great video that has helped me a lot in using my Sainsmart 3018 PROVer . Do you know where I can buy the nuts shown in the video at 12.48m to make the height extension?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks. Ebay, Amazon, Aliexpress etc. loads of places sell them

    • @twinnie38
      @twinnie38 Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy thanks but the question was more about the name of the nuts. Finally, I found them, Nuts M5-14 Tension T-Slot.

  • @cintabonsai999suka2bonsaibatam

    good luck uncle

  • @joelrichard-foy4938
    @joelrichard-foy4938 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this very informative and very well-done video. Can you give me the spacing of the cylindrical guides of the X-axis, of the aluminum motor mount that you used? I would like to know if I can install it on a Chinese 3018 no name. On my CNC, the cylindrical guides have a diameter of 10 mm and are spaced 72 mm apart.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      As best as I can measure them with calipers, 10mm diameter and 69mm centre to centre spacing (with 59mm of space between the two rods)

    • @joelrichard-foy4938
      @joelrichard-foy4938 Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy Thank you for responding to me so quickly during this festive period. The cart is not for me because the spacing is not correct. I found a cart replacement kit on Aliexpress, which adjusts to all clearances, but it is a bit tricky to properly align the 4 bearings and ensure a durable fit. We will see what happens.
      I wish you a happy new year, 2022.

    • @mycosys
      @mycosys Před 2 lety

      @@joelrichard-foy4938 the mounting of the x axis linear rod is just a couple of holes, if you cant mark and drill that yourself with a bench drill any machine shop could for 20 bucks.

  • @Malphas216
    @Malphas216 Před rokem +1

    What’s your candle $$ for your z height increase?

  • @veerasamybalasubramaniam8235

    i cannot buy the above 3040 cnc in inida pl help

  • @gaby7588
    @gaby7588 Před rokem

    What kind of glue you use and the spray adhesive that you put on the tape?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem +1

      Cyanoacrylate glue + activator. It’s called mitre adhesive in the UK.

  • @emirhaziqchannel9990
    @emirhaziqchannel9990 Před 2 lety

    Hai, may i know why we need to change y travel limit setting in GBRL? My machine doesn't have limit switch. Is it related?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      In which case you don't have to change it

    • @emirhaziqchannel9990
      @emirhaziqchannel9990 Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy that means, Y travel limit switch need to be adjusted for limit switch function? Is it?

  • @billmartin6687
    @billmartin6687 Před 2 měsíci

    Watched you're fantastic videos and now have installed a larger table from Sainsmart. 300 X 360mm
    Could you please tell me the $130 - $131 - $132 settings plus how far did you move the gantry.
    Thank you
    Please stay safe.
    Bill M8-)

  • @maxallen9768
    @maxallen9768 Před rokem

    Hello! I was wondering if u know whether the y extension kit is compatible with the prover v2 or just the original… can’t find any information anywhere. Thank you in advance.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem +1

      I don't. I would email Sainsmart.

  • @waynebarrow2356
    @waynebarrow2356 Před rokem

    hi do you have the G code for the aluminum please

  • @josemanuelperez3818
    @josemanuelperez3818 Před rokem

    How do you insert the clamps for holding the wood ? There is no place on the sides if you block with the extra rails heigh!

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem +1

      The whole table moves forwards and backwards

    • @josemanuelperez3818
      @josemanuelperez3818 Před rokem

      @@techydiy Oh, yes. Pretty annoying. Finally my option was to leave nuts on every slot so I simple screw the clamp where I need it. 😊 Thank you very much for the clear directions on this upgrade, BTW .

  • @jongrace9133
    @jongrace9133 Před rokem

    have built the machine as your did in your video. The only thing not done is making four plats to raise the cutter. Since this is my first CNC would you be able to supply the templet?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem

      I never saved it, it was pretty simple though.

    • @jongrace9133
      @jongrace9133 Před rokem

      @@techydiy Thanks, from your video I was able to create the drawing.

  • @advancedenergy7277
    @advancedenergy7277 Před 2 lety

    After you installed the Y extension kit, did you notice the table/build plate become more ‘flimsy’ ? I installed the extension kit, and the new linear rails, are not any bigger in diameter.. and wen u push on the corner of the table/build plate, it will move a 1/4 inch, and you can see the linear rails bow.. really not liking that.. trying to cut aluminum parts..

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      It's was pretty much the same as before the upgrade. Cut in the middle or add some linear rails or I think some people have added some 3d printed edge supports.

    • @advancedenergy7277
      @advancedenergy7277 Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy yea. I found a place out in Colorado that sells a 12mm linear rail upgrade for the 3018.. both in standard 3018 length, and the length of the extended Y axis upgrade.. they also sell the matching 12mm bearing mounts at the right height, and their bearing mounts are also longer, and have 2 bearings in each mount, so it’s easier to get the bed & rails aligned so you don’t get that drag or “crunchy” harsh movement of the Y axis.. I’m now debating with myself, weather just the 12mm upgrade will be enough, or if I should add 2 more 12mm linear rails toward the outsides of the bed.

  • @leswilson4042
    @leswilson4042 Před 4 měsíci

    I am in the middle of doing this same upgrade but, I discovered that the Z axis limit switch is hard wired to the assembly with a tree prong plug on the control board end - on the assembly I am removing. But, the new assembly requires a wire with plugs on each end. Did you have that problem? If so, how did you fix it? I don't want to have to cut the wire from the old assembly and try to solder it to the new one. Thanks, I like the video.

  • @artefakt3d300
    @artefakt3d300 Před 2 lety

    Which speed and which tool is best to use for 3mm aluminium maschining it to a extruder carriage for my 3d printer. can i use cutting bit with 2 flute or better 4 flute?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      For aluminium 2 flute or single flute. With a small depth of cut and cooling.

    • @jirkaplotr
      @jirkaplotr Před 2 lety

      on aluminum I have bitten 1flue hptc 818, and alcohol cooling. these tools are more expensive than aliexpress, but the difference is huge.

  • @spacedock873
    @spacedock873 Před 3 lety

    Just got 3018 PROVer and I need to mill out holes in 2.5mm anodized aluminium 19in rack front panels. From research I realised that the stock spindle is unlikely to be up to the job so ordered the 775M 20k RPM spindle too but am now thinking of sending it back as I don't think it will cope either. I will probably have to go for a 52mm spindle (300/400/500W) and so would want the aluminium Z-axis replacement featured (don't want the hassle of 3D printing my own and need the stiffness) but according to the link you provide (ie. The Sainsmart website) it doesn't ship to the UK. I realise Sainsmart sent yours specially for review but how do us "ordinary people" get one? I don't need the bigger working area or the leap in price of a bigger machine just to get a spindle that can cope with aluminium.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety

      I guess it's out of stock, mine came some time ago. Have you looked on Amazon?.
      The stock spindle will cut aluminium, you just need to keep the depth of cut low (0.1mm). Probing a height map also helps.

    • @spacedock873
      @spacedock873 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy Hi and thanks for the quick reply. I looked all over for this part, including Amazon (where I ordered my 3018 PROVer and 775M) before I even saw your video but it was nowhere to be found except on the Sainsmart website. Amazon doesn't even list it as far as I can see. The website says it will ship to the USA and Canada so I doubt it is out of stock - it's just not available to ship to the UK or Europe. Do you have any contacts in Sainsmart who can explain this issue?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety

      @@spacedock873 No I don't. I believe they operate seperate warehouses for the US, Canada, UK and Europe, each of which holds different stock levels They don't ship from a Central location and if you happen to live outside of those areas you can't buy the product (I have read several comments from Australians complaining). Whenever I have ordered something directly it has been delivered by Amazon, so they might be using their drop ship services. As far as I can see they are out of stock in the UK and European warehouses. My only suggestion is to email them and ask when it will be back in stock.

    • @spacedock873
      @spacedock873 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy Okay, will do. Thanks for the reply.

  • @Barefooter55
    @Barefooter55 Před 3 lety +1

    Any chance you could share your file for the dust collector? would it work in Easel?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Dust boot files www.techydiy.org/3018-prover-cnc-dust-boot/
      It was in carbidecreate I think (which is easy to use and free)

  • @antoniochoque1265
    @antoniochoque1265 Před rokem

    Hola sirve para metal bronce, plata cobre. Y acero???

  • @chriskwakernaat2328
    @chriskwakernaat2328 Před 2 lety

    replace the fan on top of the spindle with a 3d printed one (files are easy to find for those) and get rid of a lot of noise.. (it's unbalanced)

  • @OveranalyzingEverything

    i cant seem to remove the original lead screw from the stepper motor. I removed the 2 tiny screws farther from the motor but the screw seems to be stuck. do i have to remove the other two screws closer to the motor? the old screw doesnt seem to budge. is it also screwed into the coupler or just inserted and held together by the tiny 2 screws?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      It's just inserted into the coupler and held in place with the two grub screws. its is probably just tightly wedged in there.

    • @OveranalyzingEverything
      @OveranalyzingEverything Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy yep. had to use a few plyers to take it out. scuffed up the coupler a bit but its alright. Also i just finished adding the extension and noticed the new extended screw is not straight when spinning and is alot louder compared to the original. looked straight preinstall. is it just because of the length that there is a lot more up/down movement in the screw? or a bad screw altogether?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      I would check the coupler to make sure it's not off centre. Also grease the leadscrew. Leadscrews are reasonably.

  • @alekjwrgnwekfgn
    @alekjwrgnwekfgn Před 2 lety

    How loud is it?

  • @apistosig4173
    @apistosig4173 Před 2 lety

    hmm, me suggests 3D printing the dust chute. Otherwise Impressive upgrade - I want one 🙂 To be able to swap out router with Laser is awesome me thinks.

    • @mycosys
      @mycosys Před 2 lety

      I think for a channel like this showing one you can make with teh machine itself is a great idea (but yeah - it you have one a 3d printer would be easier lol)

  • @harshjain7660
    @harshjain7660 Před 2 lety

    Can you do small 3d machining on Aiuminum on it????

  • @hadam4131
    @hadam4131 Před 3 lety +1

    Hello! Can you help me, please? I got my machine. I wanted to use the Easel software but the spindle doesn't want to run? What is the problem? The jog is moving.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      In Easel,
      Select Machine menu,
      Advanced,
      Set Spindle control to Automatic

    • @hadam4131
      @hadam4131 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy perfect omg! Thanks! I tried many thing already. Thanks

    • @hadam4131
      @hadam4131 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy
      And another thing, please.
      I have just started to use my machine for a day. I will discover it but I don't understand one important thing.
      I design the form etc. I set up the zero from the corner, and the machine is starting to work not like on the animation for example like at the Christmas tree- up.
      Instead of it come to a wrong place down towards me, like a reflection. What is the problem?
      Thank you for it.

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Sounds like the y axis is travelling in the wrong direction.
      If that is the case you need to change the $3 direction port invert mask setting in grbl.
      Grbl $3 direction port invert mask documentation is here:
      github.com/gnea/grbl/wiki/Grbl-v1.1-Configuration#3--direction-port-invert-mask
      From the console in your gcode sender (candle, ugs etc.)
      Type $$ - This will list the current grbl settings
      Look for the value of $3
      Then use the table just above $3 in the documentation to work out new value.
      To change the value
      Type $3=2 (or whatever value you determined) into the console.

    • @hadam4131
      @hadam4131 Před 3 lety

      @@techydiy Perfect! Thank you, now is working correctly. I am so grateful.

  • @billmartin6687
    @billmartin6687 Před rokem

    Thank you for taking the time to make these videos as it's very much appreciated.
    Is it possible to answer two questions for me please.
    1 The new upgraded motor came with a power output unit but I don't know which of the live/motor terminal goes where as it in Chinese caricatures.
    2 What is the size of the metal box. and where did you get it please.
    Thank you .
    Please stay safe .
    Bill M8-)
    Haddington

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem +1

      1. You can get a camera app on your phone that translates Chinese
      2. 9" x 6" x 3" Adaptable box with knockouts.
      It was just one I that I already had. I would just get any Aluminium / Steel project box.
      www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/BX963.html
      k

  • @bentebrunsvelt319
    @bentebrunsvelt319 Před 3 lety +1

    Super good 👍👍

  • @yongyuthmeemuang
    @yongyuthmeemuang Před 2 lety +1

    I like very VDO ❤️☺️

  • @JarppaGuru
    @JarppaGuru Před 2 lety

    10:55 make bed flat. adjust axis. same as why measure 3d bed level if it allready build level (no spring)

  • @sajjadahmadsajjadahmad3163

    hy please let me know about it cnc router detail
    thanks
    with best regards

  • @philnoel5839
    @philnoel5839 Před 2 lety

    Well I am new to This, Please can you explain why the spoilboard is on the bottom.?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      It's not a spoilboard, its part of the table. A spoilboard is a disposable sheet on the top of the table bed.
      Sainsmart use the wrong terminology for this (in my opinion)

  • @djmadox
    @djmadox Před 2 lety

    does anyone know if there's a difference in size between the yofuly 3018 pro-m and 3018 pro genmitsu?

    • @mycosys
      @mycosys Před 2 lety

      afaik the main gotcha between the models is the spacing of the x axis linear rod, means z axis kits may need massaging.

  • @jongrace9133
    @jongrace9133 Před rokem

    Would it be worth the money to buy the 500wt spindle motor when I has a trim router that fits the 65 mm bracket.

  • @karlriley1314
    @karlriley1314 Před 3 lety

    Do you have any thing new for the PROVer XL 4030.

  • @DanielH
    @DanielH Před 3 lety +2

    Does it worth it to add all that modifications rather then buying an already upgraded version?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 3 lety +1

      Everyone has different needs. If you already have a 3018 and want a bigger table then its worth upgrading.

    • @mycosys
      @mycosys Před 2 lety

      probably the biggest thing about the 3018 is the massive community round it

  • @marcelinobarba8962
    @marcelinobarba8962 Před 2 lety

    Hello Sir, maybe you can help me, i am having some issue with my 3040 (regular 3018 with extension kit) Genmitsu.. I am using carbide create for the G-code, but the G code when run to GRBL pause right away...i have to press the pause on the GRBL for the program to run... please advise ... thankyou

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      That is what the gcode created by carbide create tells it to do, its normal

    • @marcelinobarba8962
      @marcelinobarba8962 Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy is there a way around it? any suggestion.. thanks again

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      You can edit the gcode with a text editor. This is the offending line "M0 ;T102" just delete it.
      The post processor is fixed so nothing useful can be changed there.

  • @chongyunice1267
    @chongyunice1267 Před rokem

    Can work on pavers or bricks 🧱?

  • @mobgma
    @mobgma Před 2 lety

    is this available as a complete package? a bit messy with all the links to 20 different parts

  • @MrCcfly
    @MrCcfly Před 3 lety

    how much this upgrade cost ?

  • @beykana
    @beykana Před rokem

    Hello, I also have such a motor (48V). It was working before, but yesterday, while scraping wood, the motor had a hard time and suddenly stopped. Now it doesn't work at all. I measured it with a multimeter. There is electricity (48V) at the output of the PWM driver and the positive and negative terminals of the motor are powered, but the motor does not move. What do you think might be causing the problem?

    • @davidhawley1132
      @davidhawley1132 Před rokem

      I had a similar issue, but the symptom was after the scraping incident, the feed rates became incredibly slow. Eventually I did a $RST and then reestablished the original settings.

    • @beykana
      @beykana Před rokem

      @@davidhawley1132 There is no problem with my CNC machine. Spindle motor does not spin. (The motor was working independently from the CNC machine)

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem +1

      Use the multimeter to check the resistance of the windings. They might be open circuit, shorted, it could be a problem with the brushes.

    • @beykana
      @beykana Před rokem

      @@techydiy Thank you for your answer. I will check it.

  • @guillermogomez7123
    @guillermogomez7123 Před 2 lety

    Hola para mí sería muy importante adquirir una de estas máquinas

  • @cintabonsai999suka2bonsaibatam

    Selamat pagi kawanku

  • @videsat
    @videsat Před 2 lety

    It was very interesting. But you should have used sliders to connect aluminum profiles. Hope you did later :)

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety +1

      Why? What difference do you think it would make?

    • @videsat
      @videsat Před 2 lety

      @@techydiy it would prevent backlash and give five more millimeters of height as a bonus.

    • @tschmidty69
      @tschmidty69 Před 8 měsíci

      How would you tighten sliders in that case? Never seen any that you can tighten from the side.

  • @ajipaul8303
    @ajipaul8303 Před rokem

    Manual says mount the x axis assembly 46.5mm . do you know why? I saw that @6:55 you had this more than 46.5mm

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem

      It needs to be positioned such that the the spindle is in the centre of the table travel. So move the table to the centre of its travel and then set the spindle into the centre of the table.

    • @ajipaul8303
      @ajipaul8303 Před rokem

      @@techydiy Thanks for the details. So, if we position the table in the center of frame and x axis in the middle, the spindle has to be at the center of the table. Did I get that right?

  • @cetubuth7461
    @cetubuth7461 Před 2 měsíci

    where do you download the software to control the machine? I bought a used one and the guy never gave me software

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 měsíci

      docs.sainsmart.com/article/x6sr565m5g-3018-prover

  • @user-lw2jz1od1b
    @user-lw2jz1od1b Před 2 lety

    Русские только распаковку и сборку снимают, спасибо за видео, много интересного познал от Вас!!!

  • @comeoutandpla
    @comeoutandpla Před 2 lety

    Could this upgrade accommodate an 800W spindle?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před 2 lety

      It Depends on the diameter of the spindle

  • @jongrace9133
    @jongrace9133 Před rokem

    where did you get the 500wt spindle motor?

    • @techydiy
      @techydiy  Před rokem

      500W Spindle motor www.banggood.com/custlink/33vtKR7QJT
      or 500W Spindle motor www.banggood.com/custlink/mv35KYwnHd
      or Amazon 500W spindle motor amzn.to/3UPS9X2
      All the same.