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==Training== | ==Training== | ||
You must not use the laser cutter without being trained. The laser cutter is unlikely to hurt you, but you can easily hurt '''it''' without training. Training is given most Wednesdays at around 8pm, | You must not use the laser cutter without being trained. The laser cutter is unlikely to hurt you, but you can easily hurt '''it''' without training. Training is given most Wednesdays at around 8pm, feel free to ask for help on the [[Mailing List]]. There's a [[Lasercutter_Training|Training Roster]] available - watch the mailing list for announcements. | ||
==Safety information== | ==Safety information== | ||
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* [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=3&zenid=b68f5a7bd4307cba7fc3822122b2e661 HPC sheet products] - Laser ply, perspex, engraving laminate - where we purchased the cutter. | * [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=3&zenid=b68f5a7bd4307cba7fc3822122b2e661 HPC sheet products] - Laser ply, perspex, engraving laminate - where we purchased the cutter. | ||
* [http://www.theplasticshop.co.uk/ The Plastics Shop] - [[User:MattP|mattp]] purchased the plastic for the first batch of [[Media:Laser-cut-key-rings.jpg|Hackspace key rings]] from here. | * [http://www.theplasticshop.co.uk/ The Plastics Shop] - [[User:MattP|mattp]] purchased the plastic for the first batch of [[Media:Laser-cut-key-rings.jpg|Hackspace key rings]] from here. | ||
* [http://hamaracrylic.co.uk Hamar Acrylic] Cuts to size, and is ~10mins walk from the space. Order at the desk and it should be cut to size within minutes. | * [http://hamaracrylic.co.uk Hamar Acrylic] Cuts to size, and is ~10mins walk from the space. Order at the desk and it should be cut to size within minutes. | ||
** Price guide 320x600x4mm (laser bed size) clear acrylic = £8 + VAT (=£9.60). | ** Price guide 320x600x4mm (laser bed size) clear acrylic = £8 + VAT (=£9.60). | ||
* [http://www.acrylic-online.co.uk/ Acrylic-Online] - [[User:Teabot|Elliot]] has bought some Palglas from here. They cut to size - delivery £8.00. Price guide (incl. VAT): | * [http://www.acrylic-online.co.uk/ Acrylic-Online] - [[User:Teabot|Elliot]] has bought some Palglas from here. They cut to size - delivery £8.00. Price guide (incl. VAT): | ||
** 320x600x4mm (laser bed size) clear acrylic (Palglas) = £5.12 | ** 320x600x4mm (laser bed size) clear acrylic (Palglas) = £5.12 | ||
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* [http://www.fredaldous.co.uk Fred Aldous] – online craft supplies, free delivery on orders > £30. Polypropylene sheets amongst other things. Alex P has ordered from here. | * [http://www.fredaldous.co.uk Fred Aldous] – online craft supplies, free delivery on orders > £30. Polypropylene sheets amongst other things. Alex P has ordered from here. | ||
* [http://www.modelshop.co.uk/category/Raw_Materials,l.html?sortBy=FeaturedDesc 4D ModelShop] is not too far from the space, and is open Saturdays. They offer laser cutting too, and hence seem to have a lot of suitable materials. | * [http://www.modelshop.co.uk/category/Raw_Materials,l.html?sortBy=FeaturedDesc 4D ModelShop] is not too far from the space, and is open Saturdays. They offer laser cutting too, and hence seem to have a lot of suitable materials. | ||
* [http://www.blueprintmodel.co.uk/ | * [http://www.blueprintmodel.co.uk/] There's a commercial laser cutter service 5 mins from the space, DIY service is £30/h (as of 2013). | ||
==Manuals== | ==Manuals== | ||
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* A [http://oplaser.co.uk/opsupport/viewforum.php?f=22&sid=730902927827c6ce9aefaa2d085ea9f1 support forum] with various guides | * A [http://oplaser.co.uk/opsupport/viewforum.php?f=22&sid=730902927827c6ce9aefaa2d085ea9f1 support forum] with various guides | ||
* [[Etching my Macbook Air]] | * [[Etching my Macbook Air]] | ||
[[Category:Tools for use on wood]] | [[Category:Tools for use on wood]] | ||
[[Category:Tools for use on plastic]] | [[Category:Tools for use on plastic]] | ||
