Category: Tools + Areas + Programs

Illustrator for the laser

Tips for LaserSoft 7.2 LaserSoft is from Light Object. We are using it with the T9+ Controller The tips are somewhat general, and may apply to any 2D vector design program you may be using: Make a copy of your file… Cause you are about to make your art way less editable In preferences convert …

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LaserCut Software – LaserCut 5.3

This page is for the old software. We no longer use LaserCut 5.3 when we upgraded our controllers and eventually upgraded our laser. == Original Manual == Download poorly written manual: [[File:Lasercut5.3 Manual.pdf|RTENOTITLE]] Recommend reading through below info first: == Software Tips == TODO: Insert screenshots showing what I’m talking about === Importing === To import …

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Laser billing

The laser costs 50ȼ per minute of firing time. This is just time that the laser is firing, not time spent setting up or moving things around. You can see the laser counting up firing time on the screen above the keypad.  The laser fees are used to keep the machine running and replace parts …

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Laser Cutter Checklist for Users

THIS OVERVIEW IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR TRAINING, ONLY A REMINDER FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE ALREADY TRAINED The instructions on this page are not meant to be exhaustive but rather checklist reminders of use process. Browse through the ‘laser binder’ on the desk in the laser room, it contains documentation and troubleshooting tips. Start-Up Checklist …

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Laser FAQ

Also see Laser Troubleshooting How big is the work area? 1300mm x 900mm (47.24in x 31.49in) Please note this is the travel size for the head – if you try to engrave near the edges, you will get an error. How much does it cost to use the laser? We charge by the minute based …

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