Regular Guy uses the Snapmaker Artisan 2.0 40W Laser Engraver: Beginner’s Honest Review & Results

Looking for something authentic? You've found it! I’ve got my hands on the Snapmaker Artisan: [https://snapmaker.sjv.io/anyVgW] I’m just a "regular guy" using the Snapmaker Artisan 3-in-1 Printer, CNC, and Laser Engraver, and this is Part 2 of an exciting series. In today’s video, I’ll be focusing on the setup, troubleshooting, and usage of the 40W Laser Cutter—my first time ever working with something like this!

Watch as I fumble, figure out the ups and downs, and ultimately, have some fun along the way! If you're like me, new to this kind of machine, you'll get an honest look at what it's like to dive in for the first time.

With the Snapmaker Artisan in my shop, everything has changed. Normally, I’d send off parts to overseas manufacturers and wait weeks for returns. Now, with this all-metal, precision-engineered 3-in-1 machine—a 40W Laser Cutter & Engraver, 200W CNC Milling Machine, and Dual Extrusion 3D Printer—I can handle it all in-house and on-demand.

Recently, Snapmaker reached out and asked if I wanted to try their flagship model. It’s safe to say that it’s been a game-changer for my workflow. Their slogan, 'Never Put Ideas on Hold Because of Limited Space,' truly resonates with me.

Setting it up was time-consuming but surprisingly straightforward. In this video, I take you through the complete newbie experience of getting the laser engraver up and running.