It also ships with a USB dongle that must be inserted into the host PC to allow the software to run. The only other software options, which are a major improvement, are K40Whisperer in conjunction with Inkscape and a relative newcomer called MeerK40t. These applications are open source, free to use, and no USB dongle is required. they will also run on Windows, Mac, and Linux (MeerK40t may not be supported in the mac environment).Īn aftermarket controller, the Cohesion3D LaserBoard (see below), is a direct replacement for this board and installs in about 15 minutes without modification. This combination offers PWM laser power control among many other enhancements.īe sure to check out the Cohesion3D LaserBoard Buyer’s Guide! Cohesion3D LaserBoard The Cohesion3D LaserBoard allows the use of LightBurn Software. LightBurn Software ( G-Code or DSP Version) will work with this controller. The Cohesion3D LaserBoard is a direct replacement for the M2 Nano (above) and can be installed in under 20 minutes to provide an immediate performance upgrade as well as the ability to utilize LightBurn Software.
It runs Smoothie as shipped but can also run GRBL.
Smoothie is the only firmware which calculates the PWM value based on acceleration every single step, resulting in the cleanest possible cut and even power around corners.
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