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{{Template:Equipment | {{Template:Equipment | ||
− | |owner= | + | |owner= The Maker Station |
− | |serial= | + | |serial= |
− | |model= | + | |model=Orion 60 Watt |
− | |arrived= | + | |arrived=2020 |
− | | | + | |usagerestrictions=[[File:Warning.png]]Restricted Usage/Training Required[[File:Warning.png]] |
− | |contact= | + | |contact= #laser-cutter channel on Slack |
− | |where=Back shop near the roll up door | + | |where=Back shop unit 2 near the roll up door for now |
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'''General Specs''' | '''General Specs''' | ||
− | * x | + | * It is a 60 watt laser |
− | * y | + | * x approx 700 mm |
− | *z | + | * y approx 500 mm |
+ | * z | ||
== Permissions == | == Permissions == | ||
− | * Restricted Access | + | * [[File:Warning.png]]Restricted Access [[File:Warning.png]] TRAINING REQUIRED [[File: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 | + | * 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 == | == Restrictions == | ||
− | * | + | * 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 |
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== Basic Instructions == | == Basic Instructions == | ||
− | + | === Use Lightburn to desgin and control the laser | |
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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. | ||
+ | * Never leave machine unattended | ||
− | == Safety == | + | == Safety [[File: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. [[File:Skullcrossbones.png]]'''Some are toxic!!'''[[File: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: | + | [[File:WarningLaser.png]] |
== References == | == References == | ||
− | * | + | * https://www.buildyourcnc.com/item/cnc-machine-blacktooth-laser-cutter-engraver-40w |
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+ | <youtube>UEvMpiRJKTI</youtube> |
Revision as of 17:17, 9 July 2020
- Owner/Loaner: The Maker Station
- Serial Number:
- Make/Model: Orion 60 Watt
- Arrival Date: 2020
- Usability: Restricted Usage/Training Required
- Contact: #laser-cutter channel on Slack
- Where: Back shop unit 2 near the roll up door for now
Info
General Description space...
General Specs
- It is a 60 watt laser
- x approx 700 mm
- y approx 500 mm
- z
Permissions
- Restricted Access TRAINING REQUIRED
- 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
- 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
- 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. Some are toxic!!
- 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.