BEGINNER Laser Engraving and cutting tutorial with the Sculpfun S9
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- čas přidán 3. 06. 2024
- This week I'm diving into the world of Laser Engraving and cutting with the Sculpfun S9. This video is designed to help anyone who is a total beginner or amateur and looking to get into Laser engraving or cutting. The video will walk you through the steps of setting up the Sculpfun S9 and the process to install LIght burn along with test engraves and settings. With this video you should be up and running within the day. Below are helpful tips about framing, starting points and videos I used to get going.
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0:00 - Intro
1:04 - Unboxing and construction
2:22 - Software install
3:53 - Test engrave
7:33 - Logo Engraving
9:05 - Logo Cutting 3mm plywood
12:16 - Logo Cutting 10mm
13:29 - Quick Tip 1
14:01 - Quick Tip 2
15:34 - Quick Tip 3
16:08 -Wrap Up
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Found this video completely on accident while shopping for a beginner engraving/cutting laser. This is not only the exact sort of product I was after, but your video is great. Simple, informative. Thanks!
Oh thats fantastic. Glad it was helpful. Lasers are lots of fun and super helpful tool. Happy lasering!!
This was amazingly helpful, thank you.
@@SmallFryCreations madam i need one machine how can i get i am kuwait
Same I actually bought this product and then realized I hadn't checked the reviews. It had many positives on Amazon and it was on sale. It also has amazing upgrades that were basically plug and play. The rollers for cups etc. Larger print area body. I do 3d printing so looking forward to this and save for a smaller cnc machine in the future.
I actually just ordered the S30 935x905mm upgrade as I am making larger items and would like to cut more parts at once.
Just got a nice laser engraver. Been sitting here trying to figure out my next step after unboxing. Your video has been the best guidance I’ve seen so far. Super simple, great delivery, and tips were great. I look forward to what else your channel has to offer. Thank you
This is the best tutorial, promotion, testimony video ever🎉
Thanks so much, this is a fantastic tutorial. You sold me on the Sculpfun S9! It arrived a couple of days ago so I'll start using it this coming week. Thanks to your straight forward, easy to follow tute I feel confident in setting it up and doing my first project. Looking forward to watching more of your content. Subbed!
That’s awesome!! It’s a top machine with lots of possibilities!
I'm getting mine on the 3rd and I'm so excited to try it out! This will make my projects so much easier and faster allowing me to up my side hustle. Thanks for sharing your tutorial and experience with this Lazer printer.
Yahoo!!! That’s awesome!! Such a great and fun side hustle!!
Brilliant video. Just got my S9 and have assembled it, but I found the recommended belt tensioning was way off the mark and the X Beam (laser gantry) kept sticking or catching as it went on its travels, but following your guidance and advice, it now runs like a “well oiled machine” and is as smooth as silk. Yours is certainly the most helpful video on the S9 that I have found. Thanks for posting it.
This is one of the best beginner videos I have seen for the s9. You hit the very important starter things to know in lightburn. Thank you.
Thank you. That is my hope. It was very intimidated so was hoping I could help take that away for people. Such a fun cool tool for the workshop. 😀
I totally agree with you!
Great video. Lot's of information and tips. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you
I have been thinking about getting a laser engraver for some time now. Your video was exactly what I needed to help answer many of the questions I had about an engraver and how it works. You did an excellent job of explaining the good and bad points about owning a machine like this. Thanks again for putting together this video.
Your welcome. Fantastic to hear I could help. They are lots of fun and open up a world of possibilities
Very, very interesting. I really like how you explain and test plus the way you present it is FANTASTIC!!! Thank you.
Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for stopping by
First time coming across your channel and instant sub! I love your motto about making mistakes. Honestly, that’s what made up my mind to sub. This video was almost exactly what i needed and you’ve given me a jumping off point to more info. Thanks!
Yahoo thats awesome. Thank you for stopping by. I have learn mistakes are just part of the process :)
Just watched your tutorial and it was super helpful! Getting my hands on the S9 soon, can't wait to start engraving and cutting. Thanks! 🔥
Fantastic. Great machine and happy lasering. Glad i could help
You nailed it, brilliant, so clear and easy to follow. I didn’t know where to start but this video helps so much. Thank You!
Fantastic. Glad I could help :)
i really enjoyed watching the workings of the Sculpfun S9 engraver
Thank you. Such a useful tool to have
Great video! Thank you for reminding everyone about eye protection. And those tips were amazingly helpful as well.
Thank you. Great the tips were helpful 😀
Great video...thank you! I had an Ortur previously, and have been looking at this one on Amazon and thanks to you, I plan on making the purchase now!
That’s awesome!!! They are fantastic!!
Superb introduction to laser printing, liked, subscribed and saved to my projects folder.
Aweesome. So good to hear. Thanks for stopping by :)
Great video, set mine up today and time to dive in. Thanks for the great info especially the bit about having the laser at its home position prior to turning it on. Cheers
Your welcome. Bugged me for ages!! Yahoo for exciting new toys!! So much fun enjoy
Enjoyed the straightforward style and content: many thanks.
Thank you. Glad it was helpful
Great video demo and laser, seems like a great little machine. Definitely on my wish list 😍
Thanks joe. I am very impressed with it 😀
Can i use this laser on thin stainless steel material as well to engrave? PLease reply
What a fantastic video. I love that you took your time to explain certain things.
Thank you. Glad it was helpful
@@SmallFryCreations Also I cant believe how reasonable the price is. Thank you
Thank you for the video I really like everything you said and thank you for taking the time to do this for us.
Thank you for stopping by. Glad I could help
Thanks for sharing I know nothing about laser engraving or cnc but I so want to go down that path more so on the cnc machine they both make your projects look heaps more professional. So thanks for the encouragement to give it a go.Love your channel and content plus it’s nice to see and hear Aussies on CZcams
Yay that’s awesome! I was nervous about trying it out but am blown away with how good it is and not to hard to pick up and get started 😀 thanks for stopping by and glad to hear your enjoying the content!
Love your way of explaining . I learn a lot thanks. You have another fan.
Thank you. Glad it was helpful and your enjoying the content
I am really impressed with your ability to teach.
Thank you. Hopefully it’s helpful for those getting started and had no idea like me what they were doing.
Extremely well done! I am new to this with the adomstack A5 which seems nearly identical. Took a lot of the mystery away. Thank you. Subscribed.
Glad it helped!
Just watched your excellent video! Love the postings on the wall and your energetic presentation.
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the content. Oh yes I do love the poster. I refer to it all the time! :)
Thank you for sharing this video, never seen your channel before but i'm glad I found it this morning. I recently purchased the Sculpfun S9 and set it up a couple of hours ago. Now i'm going to get into the thick of it :-)
Yahoo!! its a great machine. Have been using it for a little bit not and never skipped a beat.
Video was suggested from another video and did not disappoint and great to see an Aussie, now I want one of these lasers
Yahoo. That’s awesome. They are so much fun 😀
Very good my lady.
I'm going to watch it a couple times.
Thank you 👍
Thank you. Glad I could help :)
Thank you for the video as I have been wanting to buy a laser for a while now but was hesitant. Your video sold me! Ordered and will be delivered on Tuesday. Again thank you for taking the time to do the video for peeps like me, have a blessed day.
Yay Thats awesome. Its a great machine and I'm so glad I now have one. They can do so much and are lots of fun. Enjoy :)
Loved the whole video. Especially the 3 tips at the end. Been asking myself how will i know if the laser will cut on the right area. Can't wait to get my hands on this beauty. Thank you!
Thank you . Glad it was helpful! They are great machines and lots of fun
Great video, I am doing research for a future purchase and your input has been very helpful. I love your excitement and the way you get to the information you are wanting to get out without too much talking about nothing like a lot of youtubers do.
Thank you. That’s awesome to hear and glad I could help
Answered many of the questions I had on starting with a laser engraver. Great video and thank you!
Awesome. Glad I could help
What a great video with a rare POV from a newbie doing it live. Great idea. That's how we all are in the beginning.
Thank you. Wonderful to hear you enjoyed the video
Awesome job. Very happy with your video. I love your excitement. I have a onefinity router cnc already. I am going to ad a laser now.
Thank you. OOO A CNC is on the wish list for me. Thats awesome. Great combo
Wow, this helped so much. I just got a laser engraver and had literally no idea where to start. Thank you for covering so many of the basic questions that I had in so much detail. This video definitely earned you a new subscriber!
Thank you. So glad I could help. Its a great hobby and happy lasering
I’ve just started researching laser engravers and your video is perfect. It has told me what I need to know in basic terms. I don’t need to do anymore research. It was also good to see you getting excited about your first pieces. I’m glad it’s not only me that gets excited by a good result. I also love the slogan about making mistakes, I bare that in mind. Thanks for a great video. Liked and subscribed.
Thats awesome. So glad I could help. No better feeling then something working and looking at it and know you did it! The machines are lots of fun!
thans a lot your tips are very informative!!! just bought the laser before.
Your welcome. Glad I could help.
Just unboxed my S9 and your tutorial made everything so clear! Ready to start laser engraving and cutting like a pro. Thanks! 🔥
Yahoo!! A world of fun ahead for you. Happy lasering and thanks for stopping by. Glad I could help
Very informative, just what I was looking for. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video mate! Thank you for your work. 😊👍
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it and hope it was helpful
Very good review. Am now considering this model for my shop. Thanks.
That’s awesome. So much fun and lots of possibilities!!
Really good review. Have thought about getting a laser cutter so your video was very timely. Cheers
Thank you! A great tool to add to the workshop. It has unlocked so many ideas for me!!
So close to pulling the trigger on the S9. Very glad you uploaded this, given me some confidence that ever a chimp like me can get great results.
Thank you.
😎 awesome. I don’t have anything to compare but I’m impressed. It’s perfect for me and wasn’t to hard to get up and running. Shipping was fast and lots of videos out there on LightBurn if you get stuck 😀
I have had a lot of interest in one of these machines but never thought that I would be able to operate one. Your video has given me encouragement to carry on and have a go. No doubt I'll be watching your channel, and others, for further encouragement before buying one. Cheers.
Oh thats awesome! They are fantastis and lots of fun!
I have the s9 and love it. Even had a problem with one of the stepper but Sculpfun replaced and customer service was very helpful. I also got the extension which is worth it as it adds quite a bit of size. I would highly recommend it.
Oooo this is good to know because the extension arms are one of the reasons I choose it as I thought it would be helpful. Glad to know you would recommend. I’m loving it so far and just amazed at what it can do!
Well done very helpful. Also it is great to watch a Aussie video.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for stopping by
Huge thank you for the video, lots of great tips
Glad it was helpful :)
Excellent video, many thanks. Just assembled my laser machine and sat here scratching my head. You've probably given me all the pointers I need and I'll be having a rummage through your other videos.
Thats fantastic. Glad I could help
Great video. Thanks for the tips at the end.
Thank you. Glad I could help. I just realised a video with more lightburn tips and design run thoughts that might be helpful if your starting out 😀
Great video and on point tips!
Thank you
great video loads of information, thanks for sharing
Thank you. Glad it was helpful
Wow, thank you. This was great!
Your studio is stunning!
Thank you :) Its a great space to be in for sure
Many thanks for the excellent tutorial, loved it!
Yahoo. Glad you enjoyed it
Can i use this laser on thin stainless steel material as well to engrave? PLease reply
Can't wait to get my laser and have a go. Thanks for a great video
Yahoo!! Happy lasering
Thank you very much for doing this video. You answered 3 main questions i have been befuddled by. i liked and subscribed
Thats awesome and glad I could help
This is exactly what I was looking for. I'm not using that brand, but I needed to know about going from zero. I'm in Belize, there's no way I'm going to find the base thingy either, so super appreciative of the tips and hacks!!
Hey Thank you. Thats awesome. Most of the lasers work the same so all the tips will work. After this video I have found out the Galvanised mesh is not the best to use as Galvanised metal shouldn't be heated so might be bes to get another type of mesh. Happy lasering :)
she has a wonderful way of presenting. She shows (nice and slow) where she is in the software, as an example, so I could catch on. Thank you!
Thank you Robert. Glad it was easy to follow along and you enjoyed the video. Thank you for stopping by
Great tutorial from a fantastic tutor. Thanks heaps! (:
You're very welcome! Glad I could help
Thank you so much you gave it like how to use a laser engraver for dummies basics of basics how to and that’s what i have been looking for , I’m actually starting a business on just engraving so I’m excited
That’s awesome!!! Glad I could help!!
@@SmallFryCreations it really is hopefully I’ll be getting the xtool d1 pro 10w with the tumbler and I do custom wood work as well so that is going to be pretty awesome to use for it also
Very good and clear presentation. Had no intention of buying a laser but you have shown what can be done with little experience. Not a bad price either.
Thank you. Its such a cool laser and opens up so many opportunities. Very easy to learn :)
Thank you , I have the same laser so it was really helpfull especially the start position . Rich has some nice settings on his forum too
Fantastic. Glad I could help 😀 such a fun tool to learn and use 😎
Top-notch video. Thanks for sharing. 🙏
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@SmallFryCreations I've been looking at a Laser engraver for a little while to make some cool patterns on my bowls and stuff. So yeh thank you.
Yeah! Welcome back! I’ve been shopping about for a small laser actually…
Hey thank you. I’m super impressed with it. Done a few things with it since filming the video and it’s been awesome. I don’t have anything to compare it to but shipping was quick and machine is great 😀
Great video ☺️
Thank you!! 😊
I just got a very similar laser to do a video review on, super newb here, def a learning curve for the settings, I will check out the links you recommended to learn this stuff too. thanks!
Yahoo! They are lots of fun and once you get stuck in it won't take long to get a handle on
Wow, I also stumbled across the video and find it very helpful if not the best I have seen so far about the topic! Thank you!
I could think about million things to create with that and also in combination with a 3d printer. I have seen an instrument build with it (Hurd Gurdy) and got my attention.
Very cool! Thank you!
Thats awesome. Glad it was helpful and you enjoyed the video. The laser is so much fun :)
Another tip on the FIRE button: Hold Shift down and press FRAME, and it will enable the laser and trace the outline area of your work (in a square / rectangle) so you can see that your piece is lined up properly. I got my S9 a month ago, and I LOVE it !!
Oooo good tip. I will try it out. Thank you. Yes I’m loving it and a little obsessed with it 😂 just can’t believe what it can do and how sharp everything is. Thanks for stopping by 😀
Thank you for sharing!
Great video as usual.
Thank you :)
Great video 👍 I use a cooling rack for baking as a bed works wonders 😊
Thank you. That is a great option. Great idea.
Good job mate, watching your video from Adelaide
Thank you :)
Outstanding video.
Thank you 😀
I like your energy and I am planning to learn laser engraving and use it on my products thanks
It will work if there is a coating on top of the stainless steel. The laser with then remove the coating revealing the stainless steal below. Hope this helps
Great video! Thks
Buddy you are a machine. I live in Sydney your information and presentation video was awesome. Was just about to buy one now I will so much great advice thanks a lot- go crank some money with your work and designs. I am now a old man but seeing someone with so much passion about life at your age is cool.
Hey glad I could help. They are so much fun and just hope it can help people get started 😀
Congrats. Been thinking about adding one to the shop
Yahoo!! its a great add. I'm a little obessed at this point as I'm just amazed at what it can do.
Bangood should be ecstatic with that demo Ains, awesome video and nice bit of kit.
Thank you. I’m current a little obsessed with the laser and just so many ideas I wanna try. A ton of fun learning 😀
Great video. Waiting for mine to come in the mail. I ordered mine with the expansion base
OOO exciting! Thats awesome. I think the expansion is a great upgrade. Going to look into myself
Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been bouncing back and forth about which diode laser setup to go with - Atomstack, Otur, Fox Alien, Two Trees, Sculpfun…. This nuts and bolts look into how to get it operational has me leaning back towards the Sculpfun unit.
Fantastic. Its so har dto choose. I understand. I will also have a video coming out in 2 weeks time looking at the Ortur and the rotary attachments you can get for it. The sculpfan is a great unit and I have been using is non stop since set up and it has not skipped a beat.
@@SmallFryCreations I actually purchased the Sculpfun S9 just after commenting on your video. When I clicked the link in the description, I saw that Banggood had a nice reduction on the price that was valid for 4 hours at the time I saw it. So I jumped on it. Every brand seems to have a great feature or two that the others don’t and then a drawback as well - eg. Atomstack has a powerful laser and offline control but it’s hard to to get any kind of air assist going on the unit due to the laser housing’s design. Finally just had to whittle down to what was most important for my usage; well built with a powerful laser that’s affordable in my budget. The S9 checks those boxes. Looking mainly to make router templates with it. I’d just not ever seen a video of someone going through using it in such detail. Thanks so much!!!
Fantastic!! It’s a great unit! Like you say every unit has its advantages!! The Sculpfun is fantastic and I think best for the price point. Happy lasering 😎
Thanks for the tips
You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed the content
I so much want one of these engravers, thanks for the review and tips. it is the first video of yours i have watched and picked it because of that. But you can thank Mario;s latest video spilling your secrets as the reason I found your channel. haha.
Yay thats awesome. Mario is a great guy. Thanks for popping over and checking out the video. They are a great machine and lots of fun to use.
great review!
Thanks!
Great introduction... thank you.
Thank you
You have great video Quality! I believe one day you can get great success on CZcams! Keep up the good work!
OK, Small Fry. You were such a joy to watch. I actually turned on notifications just to see what you're up to next. I absolutely loved this video. At 62, I just purchased a stupidly large laser engraver. It's 150 watt 6 1/2 feet wide by 5 1/2 feet deep. I made my own cnc machine. You were the first video I clicked on. I do have a little background in IT. 2 degrees and a handful of certifications. You are a breath of fresh air. Love how you mention your mistakes and what you did to correct them. Perfect. I look forward to your future clips. I'll be doing a marathon on previous videos of yours. Keep going, kid. Your amazing
Oh thanks for the kind words. Glad your enjoying it. The laser is so much fun with so many possibilities. Great hear your enjoying the content 😀
Fantastic Job👍✌️
Thank you! Cheers!
Excellent review
Thank you
This was really helpful thank you.
Awesome. Glad it helped
Great overview : ) thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
A very veeery helpful video indeed! Thank you so much. I had no choice but to hit the like and subscribe! 👍🏽😊
Yahoo!! Welcome! Thank you for the support. Glad you enjoyed the video
Thanks for your review. Can you please try and show us how it goes engraving glass. I know you don't have the rotary tool but very interested in seeing how it does glass. Your the only person I've seen in Australia with this machine.
Good video. I've had the S9 for a couple of months now and I love it. It just seems the best bang for buck, a great combination of size, power and quality. I have added a 3d printed air assist which makes cutting much faster, reduces smoke staining and theoretically keeps the lens cleaner. Also added limit switches which, along with absolute coordinates, makes repeatability for production work much better.
Thank you. Oooo these sound like great additions. I will be looking to some of these for sure. Thanks for the tips and info
@@SmallFryCreations Actually the addition of limit switches might make an ok video as I don't think anyone has actually done an all in one video yet.
Hi Klistada, I just ordered the S9 and was wondering if you could advise on which air assist you purchased. Not having it in hand yet I wasn't sure which would fit appropriately. Thanks in advance for your help.
I just bought mine. Cant wait for the delivery
Yay!!! How exciting. Such a great purchase!!! So much fun
Beginner myself. Great video. Shows what I needed to know. Also the tips are excellent. Was hoping to find someone who would explain things in plain language and SHOW how it was done. You have a new fan.
Thank you. Glad I could help. They are lots of fun and opening up so many opportunities :)
I've just found your channel, I'm awaiting a sculpfun s9 laser to come from China ....your vlog has been very helpful as I was concerned about the building the laser itself but now I'm not so. I will be using lasergbrl but seeing what you've done I may plumb for lightburn....seems the cost is outweighed by its usefulness..
You're a great host, very easy to listen to and informative.
Keep up the great work
Gary
Thanks Gary. I to was worried about the instructions and getting it together but very easy. I have used light burn more since the video and am really enjoying it. But no harm starting in lasergbrl as it’s free and testing it out. Light burn also does a 30 day trial so you could always try it and see what you think 😀 exciting time and enjoying your laser 😀
Best in-depth video
Thank you. Glad it was helpful 😀
I am looking at starting a small business engraving acrylic bookmarks and was wondering if this would be better then a circuit. You were so helpful and insightful and while I'm still not sure this seems like an amazing option! 🥳😍👏
Hey a CO2 laser may be a better option then a diode laser. The diode lasers like you see in my video won’t cut or engrave any colour other then black. I don’t have experience with CO2 lasers but I believe they would be better as I know they at least will cut all acrylic. Just not 100% on engraving. Hope that is a little helpful 😀