Snapmaker is a technology company that designs and manufactures 3-in-1 machines that combine 3D printing, laser engraving, and CNC carving capabilities in one compact device.
Founded in 2016 by Daniel Chen, Snapmaker began as a Kickstarter campaign which raised nearly $3 million.
In 2017, the company launched its first product, the Snapmaker Original, a 3-in-1 machine that quickly gained popularity among hobbyists and makers.
Since then, Snapmaker has released several updated versions of their 3-in-1 machine, including the Snapmaker 2.0 which was released in 2020.
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The original 3-in-1 machine from Snapmaker that includes 3D printing, laser engraving, and CNC carving capabilities.
The latest 3-in-1 machine from Snapmaker that boasts improved precision, speed, and overall capabilities compared to its predecessor.
A protective enclosure designed to fit around your Snapmaker machine to reduce noise and contain mess.
The Snapmaker machines can read STL, OBJ, and G-code files.
Yes, the Snapmaker 3-in-1 machines can use third-party filaments as long as they meet the recommended specifications.
It typically takes less than 10 minutes to switch between different modes on the Snapmaker machine.
While Snapmaker provides its own software, the machine is also compatible with popular software like Cura and Simplify3D.
The Snapmaker is not designed to cut metal, but it can engrave metal surfaces with the laser module.
