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==Status==
 
==Status==
 
The laser cutter is unpacked and living near the window of the dirty room. IT IS AMAZINGLY AWESOME.
 
The laser cutter is unpacked and living near the window of the dirty room. IT IS AMAZINGLY AWESOME.

Revision as of 20:22, 19 August 2010

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Status

The laser cutter is unpacked and living near the window of the dirty room. IT IS AMAZINGLY AWESOME.

Model

  • HPC LS3060 "plus" laser engraver and cutter.
  • laser power 40W max
  • 320 x 600mm honeycomb bed (cutting area possibly about 300 x 550mm)
  • cutting speed ???

Instructions

*** Please don't touch or fiddle with the laser cutter unless you've had permission from either Russ or Jonty. ***

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

Consumables