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==Repairs Needed==
==Repairs Needed==
*Upgrades discussed
Adding air cooling to optics and laser head block
Convincing power supply to modulate power levels properly
Seal display on controller to prevent smoke from clouding over time.

Revision as of 18:40, 23 July 2014

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Type Laser Cutter
Make/Model RL1290
Serial number ??
Original owner Brian Queen
Loan status Semi-Permanent Loan
Arrival date Before 2013
Location Main Bay
Functional status Functional, needs work (see below)
Usage permissions Members & Friends Only
Certification Must complete Laser Certification
Wiki-ID [[{{{id}}}]]
Label 1.0" 1.5" 2.0"


Specs

  • 80 watt
  • 4x3' CNC bed
  • Front shield can be dropped to insert pieces longer than 3'
  • Water cooled & Ducted
  • Can cut or etch up to 1/2" thick light materials such as woods and some plastics
  • Cannot cut any chlorinated synthetics (some types of plastics & rubbers)

Usage Notes

  • Complete Laser Certification to learn how to use the laser. Training is offered about once a month.
  • Perform a simple Chlorine Test on unapproved materials, as cutting or etching chlorinated materials damages the optics
  • See Power Levels page for notes and details on cutting and etching various materials

History

  • Originally on loan for 6 months (ending Aug 2012) in exchange for Protospace performing repairs.
    • Loan has been extended.

Repairs Needed

  • Upgrades discussed

Adding air cooling to optics and laser head block Convincing power supply to modulate power levels properly Seal display on controller to prevent smoke from clouding over time.