1. Уводзіны
The SCULPFUN S30 is a 5W diode laser engraver and cutter designed for precision work on a variety of materials. It features an automatic air assist system, an industrial-grade X-axis guide rail, and a robust frame, making it suitable for both engraving and cutting tasks. This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation of your SCULPFUN S30.

Figure 1.1: SCULPFUN S30 Laser Engraver with examples of engraved and cut materials.
2. Правілы бяспекі
Operating a laser engraver involves inherent risks. Adhere strictly to the following safety precautions to prevent injury or damage.
- Абарона вачэй: Always wear the provided laser protective eyewear when the machine is in operation. The laser is Class IV and can cause severe eye damage.
- Аперацыя без нагляду: Do not leave the machine running unattended. Constant supervision is required during operation.
- Вентыляцыя: Працуйце з машынай у добра вентыляваным памяшканні, каб рассейваць пары і дым, якія ўтвараюцца падчас гравіроўкі і рэзкі.
- Бяспека матэрыялаў: Only engrave or cut materials specified as safe. Avoid materials that produce toxic fumes or are highly flammable.
- Аварыйная прыпынак: Азнаёмцеся з месцазнаходжаннем і функцыяй кнопкі аварыйнага прыпынку.
- Дзеці і хатнія жывёлы: Трымайце дзяцей і хатніх жывёл далей ад працоўнай зоны.

Figure 2.1: The limit switch mechanism, featuring a caution label advising against unattended operation.
3. Асаблівасці прадукту
The SCULPFUN S30 incorporates several advanced features for enhanced performance and user experience:
- Automatic Air Assist System: Equipped with a 32-bit automatic air assist motherboard and an air pump, intelligently controlled via LightBurn software (M8 button). This system significantly improves cutting efficiency and cleanliness by blowing away debris.
- High-Pressure Air-Assisted Nozzle: Generates a high-pressure airflow of 30L/min, accelerating cutting speed by over 5 times compared to operations without air assist. Ensures clean cut surfaces.
- Industrial X-Axis Guide Rail: Features a precision industrial-grade X-axis guide rail, ensuring stable and accurate engraving and cutting without ripple patterns, even on small details.
- Sturdy and Durable Frame: Constructed from high-strength aluminum alloy, the frame can withstand up to 50KG of weight, ensuring long-term durability and precision. The modular design allows for future laser upgrades.
- Універсальная сумяшчальнасць матэрыялаў: Capable of engraving wood, MDF, zigzag, cardboard, plastic, rust, circuit board, aluminum oxide, 304 stainless steel, ceramics, and dark stone. It can cut black acrylic sheet, cardboard, non-woven fabric, bamboo sheet, leather, and certain plastic panels.

Figure 3.1: The automatic air pump, a key component for efficient cutting and engraving.

Figure 3.2: Visual comparison demonstrating the benefits of automatic air assist for clean edges and cuts.
4. Змесціва ўпакоўкі
Праверце, ці ёсць у вашай упакоўцы ўсе пералічаныя ніжэй кампаненты:
- SCULPFUN S30 Laser Engraver Frame Components
- Лазерны модуль (5 Вт)
- Automatic Air Assist Pump
- Air Nozzle and Tubing
- 32-bit Air Assist Mainboard
- Limit Switches (X and Y axis)
- Адаптар сілкавання і кабель
- Кабель USB
- Laser Protective Eyewear
- Fixed Focus Column
- SampМатэрыялы для выпрабаванняў
- Інструменты для зборкі
- Кіраўніцтва карыстальніка (гэты дакумент)

Малюнак 4.1: Закончанаview of all components included in the SCULPFUN S30 package.
5. Інструкцыя па зборцы
Follow these steps to assemble your SCULPFUN S30 laser engraver. Refer to the detailed assembly guide provided in the box for visual instructions.
- Распакуйце кампаненты: Акуратна выміце ўсе дэталі з упакоўкі і звярніцеся да спісу змесціва ўпакоўкі.
- Зборка рамы: Connect the aluminum alloy frame components according to the diagrams in the separate assembly guide. Ensure all screws are tightened securely.
- Install X-Axis Guide Rail: Mount the X-axis guide rail onto the frame, ensuring smooth movement.
- Attach Laser Module: Secure the laser module to the gantry. Connect the necessary cables.
- Install Air Assist System: Connect the air pump to the air nozzle and route the tubing. Ensure the nozzle is correctly positioned near the laser output.
- Mount Limit Switches: Install the X and Y axis limit switches. These are crucial for homing and precise positioning. Users can choose to install or not install them based on their needs, but installation is recommended for repeated positioning accuracy.
- Connect Mainboard: Connect all motor, laser, and limit switch cables to the 32-bit air assist mainboard.
- Падключэнне сілкавання: Connect the power adapter to the machine and then to a power outlet.
6. Усталёўка і падключэнне праграмнага забеспячэння
The SCULPFUN S30 supports various operating software. LightBurn is recommended for full functionality, especially for automatic air assist control.
- Праграмнае забеспячэнне, якое падтрымліваецца: LightBurn (recommended for M8 air assist control), LaserGRBL, Benbox, GrblController, LiteFire.
- Аперацыйныя сістэмы: Supports Windows and MAC systems.
- File Фарматы: Compatible with NC, BMP, JPG, PNG, DXF, and other image formats.
6.1. Ўстаноўка праграмнага забеспячэння
- Спампаваць праграмнае забеспячэнне: Obtain the latest version of LightBurn or LaserGRBL from their official webсайты.
- Ўстаноўка драйвераў: Follow the software's instructions to install any necessary drivers for your operating system.
- Запуск праграмнага забеспячэння: Open the installed software.
6.2. Connecting the Engraver
- Уключэнне: Ensure the engraver is powered on.
- Падключыце USB: Падключыце гравёр да кампутара з дапамогай прыкладанага кабеля USB.
- Выбар порта: In the software, select the correct COM port for your engraver.
- Першапачатковая ўстаноўка: Follow any on-screen prompts within the software for initial device setup and configuration.

Figure 6.1: The 32-bit air assist mainboard, supporting automatic air assist control and future wireless upgrades.
7. Асноўная аперацыя
This section outlines the fundamental steps for engraving and cutting.
7.1. Размяшчэнне матэрыялу
Place the material to be engraved or cut flat on the working surface. Ensure it is stable and does not move during operation.
7.2. Факусоўка лазера
The S30 uses a fixed focus column and sliding device for focusing. Position the laser module over the material and adjust its height until the laser beam is at its smallest point on the material surface. This ensures optimal engraving and cutting performance.

Figure 7.1: Illustration of the 0.06 x 0.06 mm laser focus and beam shaping technology.
7.3. Preparing Your Design
Import your design into the software (e.g., LightBurn). Adjust parameters such as power, speed, and number of passes according to the material type and desired outcome. For automatic air assist, ensure the M8 command is enabled in LightBurn for cutting operations.
7.4. Пачатак працы
Once the design is prepared and the laser is focused, initiate the engraving or cutting process from the software. Monitor the machine closely throughout the operation.
8. Тэхнічнае абслугоўванне
Regular maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your SCULPFUN S30.
- Чыстая лазерная лінза: Periodically clean the laser lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and lens cleaning solution to maintain beam quality.
- Ачысціць смецце: Remove any accumulated dust, debris, or material residue from the machine's frame, rails, and working area after each use.
- Lubricate Rails: Apply a small amount of lubricant to the X and Y axis guide rails periodically to ensure smooth movement.
- Праверце злучэнні: Ensure all electrical and air assist connections are secure and free from damage.
- Air Pump Filter: If applicable, check and clean or replace the air pump filter to maintain optimal airflow.
9. Выпраўленне непаладак
У гэтым раздзеле разглядаюцца распаўсюджаныя праблемы, з якімі вы можаце сутыкнуцца.
| праблема | Магчымая прычына | Рашэнне |
|---|---|---|
| Лазер не працуе або мае слабы выхад | Loose cable connection, dirty lens, incorrect power setting, laser module failure. | Check all connections. Clean the laser lens. Verify power settings in software. Contact support if module is faulty. |
| Engraving/Cutting is not precise or has ripples | Loose belts, dirty rails, incorrect focus, unstable material. | Check and tighten belts. Clean and lubricate rails. Re-focus the laser. Secure the material. |
| Паветраная дапамога не працуе | Air pump not connected, M8 command not enabled in LightBurn, blocked nozzle. | Ensure air pump is connected and powered. Verify M8 command is active in LightBurn. Check for nozzle blockages. |
| Machine not connecting to computer | Incorrect USB port selected, missing drivers, faulty USB cable. | Select correct COM port in software. Install necessary drivers. Try a different USB cable. |
10. Тэхнічныя характарыстыкі
| Спецыфікацыя | Каштоўнасць |
|---|---|
| Выхадная магутнасць дыёднага лазера | 5 Вт (светлавая энергія) |
| Лазерны фокус | 0.06 х 0.06 мм |
| Даўжыня хвалі лазера | 455 ± 5 нм |
| Метад факусавання | Фіксаваная фокусная калонка + слізгальная прылада |
| Air Assist Flow Rate | 30L/min (automatic) |
| Аперацыйная праграма | LightBurn, LaserGRBL, Benbox, GrblController, LiteFire |
| Падтрымліваецца File Фарматы | NC, BMP, JPG, PNG, DXF і іншыя фарматы малюнкаў |
| Увод магутнасці | 100-240 V AC, 50 / 60 Гц |
| Выхадная магутнасць | 12 В 7 А |
| Памеры прадукту | 22.44 х 23.23 х 10.63 цалі |
| Вага прадмета | 14.65 фунта |
| Вытворца | СКУЛЬФФАН |
| Дата першай даступнасці | 23 лістапада 2022 г |
11. Гарантыя і падтрымка
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official SCULPFUN webсайт. Захоўвайце чэк аб куплі як пацвярджэнне пакупкі для гарантыйных прэтэнзій.