$2,067,257 raised out of $50,000
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Indiegogo
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2
Start date
Sep 17, 2022
Close date
Sep 18, 2022
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Portable & compact, redefines laser engraving & cutting with infinite possibilities.

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Free Upgrade to All of Our Dear Backers! 

We are thrilled to introduce the Spider M1, a powerful and portable laser engraver & cutter with infinite work area. M1 redefines the capabilities of laser engraving & cutting. It results from years of trial and error, hard work, and experience. Spider M1 has a work area of 200/400 mm*∞. The infinite Y-axis means that there is no need to constantly reposition material for projects with long lengths. It works infinitely along the Y-axis to engrave and cut on any sized project.  Spider M1 gives extreme flexibility and its ability to work 24/7 means it can support your endless creativity.

Spider M1, is a game-changer with incredible flexibility that opens up a world of creativity for you.

Unlike other laser engravers on the market that are bulky and difficult to use, Spider M1 utilizes a highly integrated design with an optimized frame structure and a cantilevered single-arm structure. The Y-axis uses a pulley structure rather than a traditional guide rail which cleverly eliminates length limitations for a more efficient and minimalistic design.  

This revolutionary structure provides unlimited versatility and lets you create anything you can dream of!

Check the video above for a quick overview of artworks made by Spider M1. A huge thank you to KaminoKGY, Sami, and Kelly for the video review and your support along the way.

 
 
 
 

We made this video above and got some feedback from Australia, check this out!

“That is fantastic. Slower than the machine I use at the moment but that does not matter for home use. The machine I use at the moment is a large fixed bed machine that cost about $30,000 and I have to pay $.03 per second cut time. If I have my own machine at home it does not matter how long it takes to cut.  It can run all day. I guess it will be much faster-cutting balsa wood compared to the 3mm plywood.” —  Greg Potter 

Comprehensive Video Cutting & Engraving Various Materials (Material collection)

Material included: 2mm Frey Cardboard, 3mm Acrylic Foam Board, 3mm Carpet, 3mm Wooden Board, 6mm Linden Board, Stainless Steel Plate, Painted Metal Sheet, Blue Electroplated Aluminum Alloy, 1.8 mm Foamed Acrylic wallpaper, 1.8mm Leather, 1mm Black Plastic plate, 2 mm Packaging corrugated paper.
 More Videos are coming up check out our YouTube channel to learn more!

With Spider M1, your imagination is no longer limited. You can engrave and cut for long items. 

No longer limited by bulky and heavy machines, you can now have the convenience of a portable art studio anytime and anywhere. Spider M1 is an elegant integration of technology where power and beauty coexist perfectly. Portable, space-saving, and weighing only 3 kg, Spider M1 is the best tool to give you access to the creative world. With a stylish bag included, it is easy to carry anywhere, empowering you with the versatility of engraving on the go. Featuring premium quality and modern style, Spider M1 is the ultimate laser engraver. 

Start Engraving within seconds. You don’t need to be a professional artist or designer to get creative with laser engraving. The integrated design allows you to engrave anytime without the need for time-consuming assembly. With the Spider M1 laser engraver, anyone can tap into their creativity. With a user-friendly design, Spider M1 provides professional-grade engraving that’s easy enough for anyone to use.

The infinity feature is all about unlocking possibilities. From small to big, from round to square, from short to long, Spider M1 can handle it all by controlling every aspect of the production process. It’s the perfect choice for businesses, artists, hobbyists, and professionals. 

Small batch customization in the workshop, DIY decorations at home, must-have classroom projects, you name it. Spider M1 also comes with several add-ons to enable all your fabrication needs, including a dedicated frame for small objects, a micro adjuster, and more.

If you are in the market for a portable desktop laser engraver and cutting solution capable of working with a wide variety of different materials, Spider M1 is your best choice. You can produce an almost endless variety of unique items for yourself or your business. Spider M1 is ready to unleash your creativity on hundreds of materials including paper, bamboo, wood, leather, fabric, and more. We encourage you to dream big and make it happen. It’s time to embrace the freedom of laser engraving and cutting with Spider M1.

Spider M1 is both an engraving machine and a metal marking and cutting machine. Featuring fast 5W engraving and 10W cutting power with professional precision, Spider M1 is perfect for hobbyists and small businesses looking for a powerful yet affordable cutting and engraving system.

Intuitive operation for efficient use. Equipped with a 2.5 inch touch screen and a TF card slot, Spider M1 is easy to use for everyone. You can connect it to PC or mobile phone and enjoy photo engraving with a single click on the smart App. No need to stick around and oversee the process, you can leave it alone and let Spider M1 do its thing. You deserve a hassle-free workflow and with the user-friendly Spider M1, you’ve got it.

Stop the endless waiting and let us help you engrave and cut smart and fast at every step. You can upload a picture or simply take one and edit it in-app, Spider M1 will start engraving immediately. You can see exactly what the final picture will look like and can make adjustments to the position and pattern to ensure perfection before the laser gets going! Smart laser engraving step by step via the app is intuitive and quick. Laser Engraving has never been easier – all the incredible features are now at your fingertips! Enjoy total control using the smart app without the need for extra cable connections or complex setups.

We know the importance of safety and have ensured that the operation of the device is as simple as possible while also including safety measures such as double protection using an external machine cover and a laser protective cover, along with shading and eye protection, for all-round protection.

A fully integrated smoke and fume filter system ensures a completely odor-free workspace. The enclosed structure and safety cover prevents the laser from leaking to ensure your eyes are protected. Quiet engraving and cutting create a workspace that does not interfere with your daily routine. So much power and versatility in such a small package. Spider M1 is ready to elevate your laser engraving and cutting experience like never before. 

As safety is essential when laser engraving, Spider M1 takes more safety protection from DC power input, to multiple laser protections. The laser protection lens, the inner laser protection cover, and the outer protective cover for the whole machine. Both the laser protection lens and the laser cover are laser shading protections to prevent eyes from strong light. Moreover, we will make sure Spider M1 shutdown and restart when tilting to ensure your safety.

Behind the modern and aesthetic design, Spider M1 combines a unique mute driver chip and a specially designed low-noise motor paired with a precise adjustment algorithm to make the engraving process quieter. It’s particularly useful in the home office, thanks to its 30dB ultra-quiet operation. Get more done at home with peace and quiet.

Spider M1 Engraving & Cutting A full range of safety precautions to ensure safe use

Spider M1 series has a work area of 200/400 mm*∞. The standard Spider M1 version and Spider M1 Pro have the same machine size and work area, which are 100*100*520mm and 200mm*∞. 

Even though Spider M1 Pro looks identical to the standard version, it’s more powerful with the 10W laser power. Spider M1 Max has the same laser power of 10W and its work area is twice bigger as the Spider M1 Pro. If you want to work on some big project, Max would be your best choice.

Other than the laser power, machine size, and work area, everything else remains the same.

To give back our customer’s love, today we collaborated with Kickbooster and would like to bring this cashback referral program to your kind attention! For every contribution you refer to the campaign, you will receive a 10% cashback as a reward. Let us make history together by sharing our campaign! The more you share, the more cash back you earn.

How to get started? Please follow the below steps:

  • Click the button and register as a Booster.
  • Share your unique Booster link on your Facebook, Twitter, Blog, Website, or wherever you’d like!
  • Refer to your Kickbooster dashboard and watch your commissions roll in!

Why we need add-on and what problems add-on solved

In most situations, we can use Spider M1 directly, it’s simple and efficient. However, in order to adapt more using scenarios and improve efficiency, we designed Spider M1 Dedicated Frame and a Micro Adjuster.

The Dedicated Frame is designed for users to engrave on small-format, tall objects, or irregular surfaces. Users can quickly place the engraved objects and complete the engraving easily with this Dedicated Frame.

The main features of the Dedicated Frame are as follows:

  • The knob adjustment column can accurately adjust the height of the Dedicated Frame, which is more suitable for objects of different heights, 4X4 design; The position of 4 pins can be adjusted, and the contact area is large, which can achieve the best outcome in various scenarios.
  • Thickened aluminum alloy material, smooth surface, thick and stable, when Spider M1 moves on the Dedicated Frame, the vibration is smaller, the precision is higher, and the surface reaches the width of 68mm, which is very stable.
  • Integrated design, perfect integration with Spider M1, easy to use anywhere, convenient storage

The main feature of the Micro Adjuster is as follows:

  • The innovative fine-tuning platform design enables precise fine-tuning of small objects and uses a single knob to control the lifting, fast placement, and convenient operation.

As a result, Spider M1 will cover everything from small scenes to medium scenes to infinite scenes, truly achieving “Dream Big and Make It Happen”.

 
 

4 ways to use Spider M1:

  • Direct engraving & cutting with the TF card inserted
  • Wireless engraving & cutting via APP
  • Connect with PC and engrave & cut directly with Lightburn
  • PC accesses the engraver via IP, starts wireless engraving & cutting

The Smileme team is committed to continuous exploration in the field of laser engraving and cutting. Our team members come from world-renowned companies in various fields such as structure, algorithm, electronics, hardware, and software.

Our team has experts involved in professional airplane modeling. This endeavor exposed them to frustrating problems of typical laser cutters such as limited space expansion, high cost, heavy weight, and lack of portability.   

To solve these problems and redefine laser engraving, our team has devoted itself to building an engraver and cutter that is compact, space-saving, and does not require assembly. Our device has a simple interface, high performance, and an integrated smoke filtration system. After two years of hard work and continuous improvement, we’re proud to announce Spider-M1, the First Ultimate Portable Laser Engraver & Cutter with Infinite Work Area, a tool that lets anyone unleash their imagination and creative possibilities. Together let’s dream big and make it happen.

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Risks and challenges

Smileme team is committed to the continuous exploration in the field of laser engraving and cutting.

There might be some unforeseen problems in our production or delivery process, which might affect the final product or the promised delivery time. If anything goes wrong, we promise to keep our backers updated and informed about any issues and how we plan to solve them, so that you can know where your product is and when you will get it.

We promise to communicate honestly and timely with you and work overtime until the problem is solved.

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