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{{Template:Equipment
 
{{Template:Equipment
|owner= On Loan from the good people at BuildYourCNC.com
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|owner= The Maker Station (Donated by: the good people at BuildYourCNC.com)
|serial=Serial Number
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|serial=Prototype
|model=Make/Model of equipment
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|model=Blacktooth Laser Cutter Engraver
 
|arrived=When mid 2015
 
|arrived=When mid 2015
|doesitwork=Commissioning in progress
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|usagerestrictions=[[File:Warning.png]]Restricted Usage/Training Required[[File:Warning.png]]
|contact= info@theMakerStation.com
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|contact= #laser-cutter channel on Slack
 
|where=Back shop near the roll up door
 
|where=Back shop near the roll up door
 
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'''General Specs'''
 
'''General Specs'''
* x
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* It is a 40 watt laser
* y
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* x approx 600 mm
*z
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* y approx 300 mm
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* z
  
 
== Permissions ==  
 
== Permissions ==  
* Restricted Access - TRAINING REQUIRED
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* [[File:Warning.png]]Restricted Access [[File:Warning.png]] TRAINING REQUIRED [[File:Warning.png]]
*  
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* Contact knowledgeable makerspace members using the #laser-cutter channel on Slack for training and access to the lasercutter
* Treat equipment as if it were your own and put away as or better than you found it.
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* Treat equipment as if it were your own and put away as or better than you found it
 
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* Allow time for cleaning up after work is complete
  
 
== Restrictions ==
 
== Restrictions ==
* DO NOT cut material containing chlorine atoms or molecules
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* DO NOT cut material containing chlorine atoms or molecules [[File:Skullcrossbones.png]][[File:Skullcrossbones.png]][[File:Skullcrossbones.png]]
 
* How to test unknown plastics to see if they contain chlorine: https://vimeo.com/1615418
 
* How to test unknown plastics to see if they contain chlorine: https://vimeo.com/1615418
 
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*
  
 
== Basic Instructions ==
 
== Basic Instructions ==
Add instuctions, lists, links, videos as needed here
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=== Use Lightburn to desgin and control the laser
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#
 
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== Advanced Operational Knowledge  ==
 
There are some more advanced tasks that not everyone needs to know to do XXXXX, but needs to know to troubleshoot:
 
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# Autodesk Fusion laser Cutter(Water jet mode) primer: http://fusion360.autodesk.com/learning/learning.html?guid=GUID-C14B9F20-3A39-4930-971E-BDFE268384B9
 
  
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https://lightburnsoftware.com/
 
== Warnings ==
 
== Warnings ==
  
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* Beware of hot parts.
 
* Beware of hot parts.
 
* Beware of dust, fumes, choking hazards.
 
* Beware of dust, fumes, choking hazards.
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* Never leave machine unattended
  
  
== Safety ==
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== Safety [[File:warning.png]] ==
FILL THIS OUT THOROUGHLY
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* Do not stare at the laser, it is very bright and can damage your vision
* x
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* Do not operate the laser with the lid open
*y.
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* Do not look through any cutouts or openings at the firing laser. It can damage your vision.
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* Make sure the exhaust is vented as appropriate for the materials you are cutting.
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* If you are cutting plastics, make sure you understand what exhaust gases will be produced. [[File:Skullcrossbones.png]]'''Some are toxic!!'''[[File:Skullcrossbones.png]]
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* Never leave the laser cutter operating unattended for any reason! '''EVER!''' This poses a very real fire hazard and should be monitored at all times.
  
[[File:Warning-laser-6402-300x200.png]]
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[[File:WarningLaser.png]]
  
 
== References ==
 
== References ==
* links as needed
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* https://www.buildyourcnc.com/item/cnc-machine-blacktooth-laser-cutter-engraver-40w
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<youtube>UEvMpiRJKTI</youtube>

Revision as of 12:23, 13 January 2019

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  • Owner/Loaner: The Maker Station (Donated by: the good people at BuildYourCNC.com)
  • Serial Number: Prototype
  • Make/Model: Blacktooth Laser Cutter Engraver
  • Arrival Date: When mid 2015
  • Usability: Warning.pngRestricted Usage/Training RequiredWarning.png
  • Contact: #laser-cutter channel on Slack
  • Where: Back shop near the roll up door



Info

General Description space...

LaserCutter Safety.png

General Specs

  • It is a 40 watt laser
  • x approx 600 mm
  • y approx 300 mm
  • z

Permissions

  • Warning.pngRestricted Access Warning.png TRAINING REQUIRED Warning.png
  • Contact knowledgeable makerspace members using the #laser-cutter channel on Slack for training and access to the lasercutter
  • Treat equipment as if it were your own and put away as or better than you found it
  • Allow time for cleaning up after work is complete

Restrictions

  • DO NOT cut material containing chlorine atoms or molecules Skullcrossbones.pngSkullcrossbones.pngSkullcrossbones.png
  • How to test unknown plastics to see if they contain chlorine: https://vimeo.com/1615418

Basic Instructions

=== Use Lightburn to desgin and control the laser

https://lightburnsoftware.com/

Warnings

  • Keep loose hair and sleeves away from all moving parts.
  • Beware of hot parts.
  • Beware of dust, fumes, choking hazards.
  • Never leave machine unattended


Safety Warning.png

  • Do not stare at the laser, it is very bright and can damage your vision
  • Do not operate the laser with the lid open
  • Do not look through any cutouts or openings at the firing laser. It can damage your vision.
  • Make sure the exhaust is vented as appropriate for the materials you are cutting.
  • If you are cutting plastics, make sure you understand what exhaust gases will be produced. Skullcrossbones.pngSome are toxic!!Skullcrossbones.png
  • Never leave the laser cutter operating unattended for any reason! EVER! This poses a very real fire hazard and should be monitored at all times.

File:WarningLaser.png

References