Laser cutter, large (Rabbit Laser RL-80-1290) ID:6: Difference between revisions
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|certification=Must complete [[Laser Certification]] | |certification=Must complete [[Laser Certification]] | ||
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* Perform a simple [[Chlorine Test]] on unapproved materials, as cutting or etching chlorinated materials damages the optics | * 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 | * See [[Power Levels]] page for notes and details on cutting and etching various materials | ||
* Power modulation only in restricted range in software (Aproximately 8%-30%) | |||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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*Upgrades discussed | *Upgrades discussed | ||
**Adding air cooling to optics and laser head block | |||
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. | |||
Convincing power supply to modulate power levels properly | |||
Seal display on controller to prevent smoke from clouding over time. | |||
Revision as of 18:43, 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 |
| 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
- Power modulation only in restricted range in software (Aproximately 8%-30%)
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.