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==Instructions== | ==Instructions== | ||
| + | ====Safety information==== | ||
| + | * '''Never leave the laser cutter unattended''' - Your material may ignite, and an unchecked fire in the laser cutter could be both dangerous and costly. | ||
| + | * '''Never cut PVC or chlorinated plastic''' - You should always know what material you are cutting, and chlorinated plastics should be avoided because they release chlorine gas when cut. | ||
| + | * '''Do not try to cut metal in the laser cutter''' - If you wish to mark the metal, please use [http://hpclaser.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=17 "Thermark Laser Engraving Spray / Paste"]. | ||
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==Tips== | ==Tips== | ||
* Some useful [http://www.ladyada.net/library/laser/index.html laser info from Adafruit] - the settings section in particular gave a good idea of what we can expect. | * Some useful [http://www.ladyada.net/library/laser/index.html laser info from Adafruit] - the settings section in particular gave a good idea of what we can expect. | ||
==Consumables== | ==Consumables== | ||
Revision as of 10:45, 18 August 2010
Status
The laser cutter has yet to be unpacked.
Model
- HPC LS3060 "plus" laser engraver and cutter.
Instructions
Safety information
- Never leave the laser cutter unattended - Your material may ignite, and an unchecked fire in the laser cutter could be both dangerous and costly.
- Never cut PVC or chlorinated plastic - You should always know what material you are cutting, and chlorinated plastics should be avoided because they release chlorine gas when cut.
- Do not try to cut metal in the laser cutter - If you wish to mark the metal, please use "Thermark Laser Engraving Spray / Paste".
Tips
- Some useful laser info from Adafruit - the settings section in particular gave a good idea of what we can expect.