SainSmart Genmitsu LE5040

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Summary

Package List

Mechanical Installation

Base Assembly

Assemble the base frame using aluminum profiles and bolts.

Right Bracket Assembly

Install Y-axis stepper motor and coupling on the right bracket.

Left Bracket Assembly

Assemble the left bracket with V-groove bearings and hex nuts.

Laser Module Assembly

Mount the laser module onto the acrylic sheet using bolts.

Gantry and Linear Axis Integration

Integrate the laser module assembly with linear axes and aluminum profiles.

Gantry Bracket Insertion into Base

Insert the assembled gantry bracket into the main base frame.

Base Brackets Installation

Attach four acrylic base brackets to the frame using T-slot nuts and bolts.

Control Board Installation

Mount the control board on an acrylic sheet using copper columns and bolts.

Timing Belt Installation

Install timing belts for Y-axis and X-axis movement.

Tank Drag Chain Installation

Route stepper motor and laser head cables through the tank drag chain.

Software Introduction

Control Board Wiring

Connect laser module and stepper motors to the control board.

Driver Installation

Install the USB serial driver for machine communication.

COM Port Identification

Find the machine's COM port using Device Manager for software connection.

Launching LaserGRBL Software

Open the LaserGRBL application to control the engraver.

Connecting Control Board to PC

Establish USB connection and select the correct COM port in LaserGRBL.

Confirming Connection Status

Verify successful connection via console output and command availability.

Activating Laser with M3 S50 Command

Turn on the laser at low power using the M3 S50 command.

Focusing the Laser Spot

Adjust the lens to achieve the minimum spot size for optimal focus.

Deactivating Laser with M5 Command

Turn off the laser using the M5 command in the software console.

Opening GCODE or Image Files

Load GCODE or image files into LaserGRBL via the File menu.

Setting Import Parameters

Accept default import parameters and proceed to the next step.

Configuring Speed and S-Value

Set engraving speed and S-value parameters for desired output.

Setting Zero Point and Starting Engraving

Define the work zero point and initiate the engraving process.

Saving GCODE File

Save the generated GCODE file from the LaserGRBL software.