Testing the Sculpfun iCube 10w Desktop Laser Engraver - Unboxing & First Impressions

Welcome back to Jiggsy's Shed! Today, we're diving into the world of laser engraving with the ‪@SCULPFUNReal‬ iCube 10W desktop laser engraver. Join me as I unbox this compact yet powerful unit and put it to the test for the first time.
Sculpfun reached out to me and provided their iCube 10W for review, and I couldn't wait to see what it could do. Designed with small craft projects in mind, this desktop engraver boasts a 120mmx120mm working area, making it perfect for intricate designs and personalized creations. Plus, with its height-adjustable laser module, precision is key.
In this video, you'll witness the excitement of unboxing this sleek device and my initial impressions as I fire it up for the first time. I'll be honest, a few hiccups occurred along the way, but isn't that all part of the learning process? Stick around as I share my experience, from the highs to the learning moments, so you can decide if the Sculpfun iCube 10W is the right fit for your crafting needs.
If you're curious about laser engraving or considering adding a desktop engraver to your creative arsenal, this video is a must-watch. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and ring the bell to stay updated on all things DIY and tech-related. Let's dive in and see what the Sculpfun iCube 10W can do!
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DISCLAIMER: This video is for entertainment purposes only to share the work that I do and possibly provide some inspiration. Woodturning and woodworking are dangerous, therefore appropriate safety precautions need to be taken. Just because you saw it in my videos, does not mean you should do it. Anyone choosing to recreate anything that they see in my videos do so at their own risk and assumes responsibility and personal liability by doing so. Always know your own tools, materials and skill level. If uncertain, then proper education and training is advised.

[@tara4815]

Thank you very much! Yours is the first setup video I have found, which clearly explains how to perform a material burn test.

[@JiggsysShed]

Thank you, glad you found it helpful. I learned about that from a friend and have found it very helpful myself as I'm learning about the devices myself.
Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@ultrawoody1968]

Great review Jiggsy

[@JiggsysShed]

Thank you Chris

[@nk5io]

Really helpful, thank you

[@JiggsysShed]

Thank you for watching, glad you found it helpful

[@ranadobedny1937]

can you please make a video demonstration of how to cut a rectangle 300x200mm long from 3mm plywood....it is possible?

[@JiggsysShed]

Although it might be possible to cut a rectangle of that size with this machine, it will take a lot of reference points and realignment. It is not something I would intend to do with this machine and therefore am unlikely to make a video regarding this.

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Looks like a nice kit.

[@JiggsysShed]

Thank you. Yeah, it does seem to be. Quite handy to be able to have it indoors

[@taneshab2]

How do you get lightburn? Do you have to purchase it???

[@JiggsysShed]

You can download it from the Lightburn website and you can then get a 30day free trial. If asked what version you require, I went for the Gcode one. After the trial, it is then a one off purchase of the licence which is currently £57.
If you want something that is free, you can always get LaserGRBL.
To get to both websites, just pop the names into Google and it should be the first options.

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi John, That looks like a nice entry level small laser.
As you may know I have the LP2 which I love and this is quite a good comparable machine, at much lower cost.
Just one point which sent my brain into a wobble, the opposite sides of a die need to add up to 7 mate.
Sorry, LOL.
Take care John
Cheers, Huw

[@JiggsysShed]

Lol, you picked up on that 🤣
It was late and I didn't bother to check how I was assembling it in terms of the numbers... don't think the kids are going to worry too much about that 🤣 Good thing I didn't make it for serious D&D players.
I was quite impressed with this machine. It is small, but means I can keep it indoors. Got a small bowl I will see about adding my logo too soon.

[@huythangka]

Just got this one a week ago. In the beginning, it did quite well. but now, after I did engraving on a stainless steel, it suddenly lose its power, I feel like now it dropped off 80% its power. I really don’t understand why!

[@JiggsysShed]

Sorry to hear you're experiencing problems with it. I would suggest contacting their customer service if there is an issue with your device as they will be able to advise much more than I could.
When engraving the stainless steel, did you put a medium across the steel. As far as my understanding is, engraving should not be done onto plain metal as it will reflect the light too much. Not sure if that could affect the lens as well. When engraving onto medals (not sure what metal it is, possibly brass) recently, I used a black marker to cover the surface.
On my other laser I did experience a power drop and when I looked into it, it was because the lens was dirty from dust/carbon. Cleaning it, then increased the efficacy of it again.

[@huythangka]

@@JiggsysShed thanks a lot for your advice. Yes, I did engraving on a polish stainless steel without a cover layer on the surface. And I also think that it could be affected by the reflection of the light. So I have already replaced a new len, clean the len inside... but it still doesn’t work. Do you think that could affect the inside len which cannot replace? I’m new, and don’t have much experience with laser.
And I also want to say to people who consider buying from Sculpfun that their customer services is not very good. I have send them email a few days ago about my laser’s problem, but still now not get the reply. In the beginning, when I placed order from their website, and after 5 days, I haven’t heard anything from them about my order except the order confirmation, so I emailed them ask for tracking number, and then only after that they just send the parcel to me and have the tracking number to send. Very frustrated about their service.