We are currently exploring obtaining a Laser Cutter. They are awesome because they cut things with lasers. The downside is they cost money. The idea currently being considered is a small group of people fund the laser cutter purchase, and put it into the space. Anyone can use it, but must pay a small fee. …
Category: Tools + Areas + Programs
Replacing Tube
Laser Tube from Lightobject for $550 From xyz-tech: [http://wiki.acemonstertoys.org/images/c/c1/EXLAS_Replacing_Laser_Tube.pdf Replacing Tube PDF] Report: The tube is dead NOW! The laser power supply generates exceedingly high voltage in order to excite the CO2 gas inside the laser tube So please MAKE Good insulating on the Anode. Please note the manual and other clear photos we prepared …
Schedule
= OUT OF DATE – Page no longer in use = = Laser Cutter Reservation Schedule = Put the date and time you wish to reserve the laser. Right now there’s no limit on how much can be reserved, but if people start hogging it, we’ll come up with some guidelines. == on the schedule …
Time Tracker
= Overview = Teensy, with the following things attached: *Laser input *Text LCD *RFID Reader *TP-Link router Usage flow: #User swipes RFID, #rfid & odometer are both logged to the internets #The server returns if the user is authorized #laser is enabled #During cutting, the time counts up #User swipes RFID #rfid & odometer value …
Time Tracker/old
/* */ // include the library code: #include <LiquidCrystal.h> #include <EEPROM.h> #include "EEPROMAnything.h" // Pins for LCD #define PIN_LCD_D7 12 #define PIN_LCD_D6 13 #define PIN_LCD_D5 14 #define PIN_LCD_D4 15 #define PIN_LCD_RS 21 #define PIN_LCD_EN 20 // Input pin from laser cutter mobo #define LASER_PIN 0 // Button connected here will reset the counter #define RESET_PIN …
New Laser Proposal
Proposal Our current laser is starting to fail and will require significant rehab to stay viable – such rehab will require significant down time. We have the opportunity to get a newer version of our laser for approximately 3K in expenses. Asset AMT148 The new laser is 120 watts 1300 x 900 mm bed New …
Ventilation
”’Ventilation is needed for the metal shop and wood shop.”’ [[File:Grill.jpg]]] == Steps == * Agree on design * Draft written description of design * Submit description to landlord for approval Once Approval is obtained * Generate parts list * Create cost estimate, solicit group for funds * Purchase parts * Organize work day and …
Materials
Safe Materials Note on plastics: Unless you have a label, it’s almost impossible to tell what kind of plastic it is once it’s formed. The $1/pound bin at TAP is great IF THE PLASTIC HAS A LABEL ON IT. See below on why you should not laser random plastic. Paper/matte board/cardboard/pressboard/cork (cardstock could have additives …
Supplies
Mirrors: 25mm High quality Si Plated Reflection Mirror $30 http://www.lightobject.com/25mm-High-quality-Si-Plated-Reflection-Mirror-P117.aspx Lens: High quality 18mm ZnSe Focus lens (F63.5mm) $52 http://www.lightobject.com/High-quality-18mm-ZnSe-Focus-lens-F635mm-P831.aspx Laser tube: SP 80W CO2 Sealed Laser Tube $465 http://www.lightobject.com/SP-80W-CO2-Sealed-Laser-Tube-P529.aspx Air assist module 6mm Dia Tube 9mm Threaded Pneumatic Speed Controller Quick Connector $6 https://www.amazon.com/Threaded-Pneumatic-Speed-Controller-Connector/dp/B00CJCXPBS/ Air compressor 220V 185W Electromagnetic Air Pump for Laser Cutter …
Laser Cutter/Qcad
== QCad == ”Text stolen from the London Hackerspace’s page shamelessly” QCad is a useful and free program to make [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AutoCAD_DXF DXF files] for use with the laser cutter. == Download == You can download QCad for [http://www.qcad.org/qcad_downloads.html windows, mac or linux]. == Documentation == The [http://www.qcad.org/qcad_doc.html official documentation] is a bit thin on the …