Laser
General
The makerspace has three operational laser cutters for wood, acrylic, and metal engraving. These tools use focused laser energy to cut or engrave materials with high precision. These are the rules for operating the lasers.
- Respect Shared Space: Keep the area organized and ready for others.
- One User at a Time: Limit to one laser per person during busy times.
- Clean After Use: Remove scraps, vacuum debris, and wipe surfaces.
- Log Issues: Report problems on the issue page.
- Focus First: Always check focal distance before engraving.
Safety
- Supervision Required: Never leave a laser job unattended. Monitor it for the duration of the job.
- Ventilation: Always enable exhaust fans and air assist before cutting.
- Material Safety: Verify material type before using any laser.
- User Safety Do not defeat the safety interlocks and switches.
Directory
Inventory
| Name | Important Details |
|---|---|
| 100W CO₂ Laser | Currently, only part of the bed is available for cutting. This will be rectified during the next full tune up of the laser. |
| 150W CO₂ Laser | Monitor the laser on startup. |
| If the cutting head moves to the left during start-up, do a reset to try to correct the issue: | |
| 1. Turn off the laser with the normal power switch. | |
| 2. Wait at least 15 seconds. | |
| 3. Turn the unit back on. | |
| If the problem persists, report the problem. | |
| Fiber Laser | Need model info |
