Are you still hesitant about what to buy for this year’s Christmas decorations and presents? Maybe it’s time to make some! Buy the Snapmaker Original now and you can still have time to prepare for this year’s Christmas party! Don’t miss the lowest price of the year!

Much love,
The Snapmaker Team

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Snapmaker Original – the Present for Everyone in the Family

The Snapmaker Original is a fabrication machine for everyone, whether you use it on your own, with your kids or with your students. It’s the best choice for entry-level users with its versatility and ease to use. Some of our early supporters have used the Snapmaker Original to make models like rocket and to test designs, while other users have used it to teach their kids or students how 3D printers, laser engravers and CNC carvers work.

Let’s see what these early supporters say about the Snapmaker Original:

Here are some cool models made by our users. You can make these cool stuffs as well when you receive your Snapmaker Original.

What other products are on sale?

Now it’s not only the best time to get your hands on the Snapmaker Original, it’s also the best time to upgrade your Snapmaker Original if you already have it or to stock up on consumables including filament and CNC bits. Here is the full listing for the holiday sale:

• Snapmaker Original 3-in-1 3D Printer – was $799, now $699
• 1600mW Laser Cutting Module for Snapmaker Original – was $129, now $109
• Enclosure V1.1 for Snapmaker Original – was $149, now $129
• Z-Axis Extension Module for Snapmaker Original – was $99, now $89
• PLA Filament (500g, 5 colors available) – was $14.99, now $12.99
• Blank Wood Squares (10 Pieces) – was $5.99, now $5.09
• MDF Wood Sheet (10 Pieces) – was $9.99, now $8.99
• Carbon Fiber Sheet (3 Pieces) – was $18.99, now $16.99
• POM Sheet (3 Pieces) – was $9.99, now $8.99
• 3D Printing Platform Sticker Sheet (3 Pieces) – was $9.99, now $8.99
• CNC Bits (3 Bits) – was $9.99, now $8.99

What about Snapmaker 2.0?

Though we can’t offer a bigger discount for the Snapmaker 2.0 than the current pre-order prices, we’ve postponed to increase the pre-order prices from late October to late November. You still have one month to pre-order the Snapmaker 2.0 and save up to 600 USD! We are also glad to report that the Snapmaker 2.0 A350 has become the BEST SELLER ever since it’s available for pre-order on our official online store. If you are considering the Snapmaker 2.0, A350 is definitely the one you should go for!

Will you choose the Snapmaker Original or Snapmaker 2.0? Comment below and let us know what you think!

* In case of dispute, the company reserves the right of final decision on the interpretation of this event.

Much love,
The Snapmaker Team

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What we made

To show you how to make PCBs using the Snapmaker Laser Module, we made a mini electronic musical instrument for example. This instrument is similar to a guitar. The knob in the middle can alter the resistance of the resistor in the circuit, thus changing the sound of the acoustic generator.

Eventually, it can get inflection as musical instruments do.

How we made it

The appearance of the guitar is easy to make with the Snapmaker 3-in-1 3D Printer. Basswood can not only enhance the complete texture of the guitar, but also be engraved with decorations. That’s why we used it to make the top cover of the guitar. We 3D printed the complicated rear cover with filament in wood color.

Now, let’s see how the PCB was made.

0. Prepare the file

Please make sure you transform the PCB photoetching file so that Snapmakerjs could identify it. Because Snapmakerjs can generate G-code from an SVG file, you can export your design as a TOPlayer photoetching file, and then transform it to an SVG file using Inkscape.

Tips: 0.6 mm line width is preferred for effect.

1. Cut the PCB outline with the CNC Module

Tips: Please select Flat End Mill for cutting.

2. Attach masking tapeon the carved PCB.

3. Engrave the prepared circuit with the laser module.

Tips: Please select blue 3M masking tape.

Recommended Parameters:

Snapmaker 1600mW Laser Cutting Module

80% Power, 220 mm/min for Work Speed

The color of the masking tape makes animpact on light absorption, thus it influences the work speed.

If the cut doesn’t live up to your expectation, please reduce the speed or increase the laser power.

4. Tear off the masking tape from the PCB.

5. Spray paint on the circuit for protection.

6. Tear off the masking tape to uncover the part that need corrode.

7. Corrode PCB with corrosive liquid.

Tips: The erosion time may vary based on many conditions. The copper foil should be corroded thoroughly.

8. Take out the PCB with a tweezer and wash the corrosive liquid with water. You are suggested to operate with rubber gloves on for protection.

9. Sand the paint with 1000 grits waterproof abrasive paper.

10. Test the continuity of the circuit.

Tips: Please test it with the continuity test mode of a multimeter. If there is any problem, you can correct the circuit with solder or a scraper.

11. Solder all the electronic components.

12. Assemble the guitar and test its functions.

Done!

All the parts in this project were made by the Snapmaker Original. You can also make bigger “guitars” with the Snapmaker 2.0 A350. Click here to learn more.

What do you think of this guide? If you use the Snapmaker to make PCBs, what will you use it for? Please comment under this blog and let us know!

Much love,
The Snapmaker Team

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