【Luban Software】Snapmaker Laser Engraving & 3D Printing Latest 11 Key Features Summary
In 2022, Snapmaker launched the new Luban v4.4.0 version for "3D Printing," followed by the v4.10.0 update for "Laser Engraving." The 3-in-1 functionality has become even more versatile and powerful. We will introduce the updates in two main parts: "Latest 3D Printing Features" & "Latest Laser Engraving Features"! Free download links are provided at the end of the article:
New 3D Printing Features
1. Improved UI/UX Interface
The main toolbar includes basic operation tools such as undo, align, group, ungroup, and more. It also provides four basic print preset parameters.
The main toolbar includes basic operation tools such as undo, align, group, ungroup, and more. It also provides four basic print preset parameters.
2. More Preset Parameters Provided
Snapmaker introduces a brand new functional interface, offering 4 basic print parameters, while also allowing for custom parameter options, which is very user-friendly!
In version 4.4.0, there are up to 290 materials and 3D printing parameters that can be adjusted. Compared to previous versions with only over 50 adjustable parameters, this update is a significant optimization! You can access these basic parameters and even have full control over the printing process. Below are some sample adjustable parameters:
Speed control: Fine structure speed control, acceleration control, jitter control
．Support structures: Multi-density support, tree support, support preferences
．Infill: Fractal infill, multi-density infill
．Top and bottom: Ironing mode
．Structure fine-tuning
．Path optimization
In the print settings management interface, you can manage various print parameters, and each parameter comes with a detailed explanation.
．Support structures: Multi-density support, tree support, support preferences
．Infill: Fractal infill, multi-density infill
．Top and bottom: Ironing mode
．Structure fine-tuning
．Path optimization
In the print settings management interface, you can manage various print parameters, and each parameter comes with a detailed explanation.
Material Settings
Click on the top right toolbar to access material selection. You will find a clear and detailed material interface, covering everything from basic to professional materials, including PVA, HIPS, Breakaway materials, etc., as well as the upcoming dual-extruder 3D printing support for Nylon.
Click on the top right toolbar to access material selection. You will find a clear and detailed material interface, covering everything from basic to professional materials, including PVA, HIPS, Breakaway materials, etc., as well as the upcoming dual-extruder 3D printing support for Nylon.
The characteristics of 3D printing filaments vary greatly. Given this, the new version allows you to input basic filament properties and set a parameter file for certain filaments. The next time you use the same filament, you can directly select the custom parameter profile.
3. Simulated Print Preview Mode
Upgraded from the original fine-line preview mode to a simulated print preview mode, which looks closer to the final printed product.
Note: This feature may consume a larger amount of computer memory, especially for large models.
4. New Canvas Style
Snapmaker has redesigned the Canvas layout, so when you zoom in or out, you can see dynamic displays of different scales on the platform. It even optimizes the interaction of zooming and the way panning works after zooming.
Snapmaker has redesigned the Canvas layout, so when you zoom in or out, you can see dynamic displays of different scales on the platform. It even optimizes the interaction of zooming and the way panning works after zooming.
5. Model Trimming and Simplification
When designing models, trimming is often necessary to ensure a satisfactory final result. Luban can now do this. Common issues with STL files, such as flipped normals, holes, broken shells, intersecting triangles, etc., can all be detected by Luban, which then provides repair suggestions.
Building on model repair, this version adds a model simplification feature. You don't always need to print 3D models at precise dimensions. Luban allows you to customize the simplification rate or layer height, and tailor the 3D model's print accuracy and efficiency as needed. This feature makes it easy to create objects similar to low-polygon models.
When designing models, trimming is often necessary to ensure a satisfactory final result. Luban can now do this. Common issues with STL files, such as flipped normals, holes, broken shells, intersecting triangles, etc., can all be detected by Luban, which then provides repair suggestions.
Building on model repair, this version adds a model simplification feature. You don't always need to print 3D models at precise dimensions. Luban allows you to customize the simplification rate or layer height, and tailor the 3D model's print accuracy and efficiency as needed. This feature makes it easy to create objects similar to low-polygon models.
6. Quick Preview Mode Before Slicing
This is currently a temporary feature under development, supporting only a few parameters. You can see a preliminary preview of the print on the canvas without slicing.
This is currently a temporary feature under development, supporting only a few parameters. You can see a preliminary preview of the print on the canvas without slicing.
Note: If you want to use this feature, go to Settings→Performance→General, and check "Enable 3D Printing Live Preview".
7. Tool Path Optimization
Snapmaker has optimized the tool paths for vector graphic processing, making the process smarter and more time-efficient.
Snapmaker has optimized the tool paths for vector graphic processing, making the process smarter and more time-efficient.
8. Support for 3MF and AMF File Formats
In Luban 4.4.0, the three functions—3D printing, laser cutting and engraving, and CNC—now support importing 3MF and AMF formats. When importing 3MF and AMF files containing multiple 3D print models, they will be imported as a group and stacked in layers. STL files have always been widely used. However, the 3MF format can more effectively meet the needs of multi-color and multi-material printing. Try importing 3D print models in 3MF and AMF formats into Luban. Try now!
Latest Features for Laser Engraving
This new version brings some important updates focused on optimizing image and graphic engraving. By fine-tuning parameters, complex patterns and intricate designs can now be engraved more accurately, achieving a more refined engraving experience.
9. Dot Width Compensation
Excessive scorching in image engraving and cutting size deviations caused by laser dot offset have long been issues that bother many people. But now, with configurable dot width compensation parameters, your machine can optimize tool paths according to the laser dot size, reducing outline deformation and blurring.
10. Overscan
If the working speed is set too high, the machine may not reach the target speed during processing due to acceleration limitations. This can lead to under-engraving when the machine is working in dynamic power mode.
To address this issue, the overscan ratio can now be adjusted in line fill engraving mode to ensure that the actual working speed of the machine is as close as possible to the target speed. Properly adjusting this parameter can not only fix the aforementioned under-engraving in dynamic power mode but also resolve over-scorching in constant power mode.
The basic principle of this mechanism is to add extra idle travel distance before the machine reaches the target speed. However, this also means sacrificing some processing travel distance, and if the overall travel distance exceeds the maximum working area, it may cause the machine to trigger limit switches. Therefore, we recommend exercising more caution when adjusting this parameter.
11. Scan Offset
In Snapmaker Luban V4.10.0, you can fine-tune parameters to compensate for bidirectional scan offset caused by mechanical backlash and high-speed overshoots. This feature is applicable to line fill engraving mode and will particularly impress you when there is significant mechanical backlash or when the design details to be engraved are rich.
Discover these latest powerful features to make your laser and 3D printing designs more precise and visually appealing.
We can't wait to see the amazing works you create and hear your feedback!
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