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==Quick Specs==
==Quick Specs==


* '''Working bed size:''' 730mm x 430mm (28 3/4" x 17" ish)
*'''Working bed size:''' 730mm x 430mm (28 3/4" x 17" ish)
* '''Engraving resolution:''' 1000DPI
*'''Engraving resolution:''' 1000DPI
* '''Kerf:''' 0.1mm
*'''Kerf:''' 0.1mm
* '''Supported file formats:''' Anything that can be "printed" to [https://www.troteclaser.com/en-ca/laser-machines/jobcontrol JobControl] with the appropriate vectors, fills and line formatting. Trotec's [https://www.youtube.com/c/TrotecLaserCanada/videos excellent tutorials] and our [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_RdW1xh5ltwHSCs7e7BQaaY60jo0sO8frpAQ2GgcG5w/edit?usp=sharing training courses] are done in [https://www.coreldraw.com/en/ CorelDRAW], so the computer attached to our laser provides a licensed copy. Other popular software includes [https://inkscape.org/ Inkscape], [https://www.autodesk.ca/en/products/autocad/overview Autodesk AutoCAD] and [https://www.adobe.com/ca/products/illustrator.html Adobe Illustrator], generating files such as DXF, CDR, SVG, AI, PDF, etc.
*'''Supported file formats:''' Anything that can be "printed" to [https://www.troteclaser.com/en-ca/laser-machines/jobcontrol JobControl] with the appropriate vectors, fills and line formatting. Trotec's [https://www.youtube.com/c/TrotecLaserCanada/videos excellent tutorials] and our [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_RdW1xh5ltwHSCs7e7BQaaY60jo0sO8frpAQ2GgcG5w/edit?usp=sharing training courses] are done in [https://www.coreldraw.com/en/ CorelDRAW], so the computer attached to our laser provides a licensed copy. Other popular software includes [https://inkscape.org/ Inkscape], [https://www.autodesk.ca/en/products/autocad/overview Autodesk AutoCAD] and [https://www.adobe.com/ca/products/illustrator.html Adobe Illustrator], generating files such as DXF, CDR, SVG, AI, PDF, etc.
* '''Maximum material thickness:''' generally 1/2", with thicker materials possible using multiple passes, resulting in poor edge finish due to kerf.
*'''Maximum material thickness:''' generally 1/2", with thicker materials possible using multiple passes, resulting in poor edge finish due to kerf.


== Usage and Billing Policies ==
==Usage and Billing Policies==


* [https://drive.google.com/file/d/0By-vvp6fxFekUF9WZG9jaFdwMHc/view?resourcekey=0-GxIydSgSjerHfn-1onI0gw Trotec Laser Account Agreement]
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/0By-vvp6fxFekUF9WZG9jaFdwMHc/view?resourcekey=0-GxIydSgSjerHfn-1onI0gw Trotec Laser Account Agreement]


==Documentation==
==Documentation==


{{Warning|It is imperative to complete a [[chlorine test]] on materials before working with them in any laser cutter.}}{{Warning|Per training and usage agreements, the lens and mirror must be checked and cleaned:
{{Warning|It is imperative to complete a [[chlorine test]] on materials before working with them in any laser cutter.}}
{{Warning|Per training and usage agreements, the lens and mirror must be checked and cleaned:
* before use
* before use
* during continuous use, or
* during continuous use
* when used with unfamiliar material, and
* when used with unfamiliar material
* after use.}}
* after use.}}




[https://wiki.protospace.ca/images/e/ef/Speedy-300-Manual-EN.pdf Speedy 300 Product Manual]
[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_RdW1xh5ltwHSCs7e7BQaaY60jo0sO8frpAQ2GgcG5w/edit?usp=sharing Trotec Training]


[https://wiki.protospace.ca/images/a/a8/8011_Speedy_300_Service_Manual.pdf Speedy 300 Service Manual]
[https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B4igHgxabriCeGI1OWlTOV90dWs?resourcekey=0-BmjyVLbDcki46YPtgD4tFw&usp=sharing Google Drive: Trotec documentation resources]


[https://wiki.protospace.ca/images/a/a4/JobControl-11-2-operation-manual-EN.pdf JobControl 11.2 Operation Manual]
[https://www.youtube.com/c/TrotecLaserCanada/videos YouTube: Trotec Laser Canada]


[[File:Power Control through Color Selection Table.png|thumb|Power Control through Color Selection Table from the JobControl 11.2 Manual]]
[https://wiki.protospace.ca/images/e/ef/Speedy-300-Manual-EN.pdf Speedy 300 Product Manual]


[https://wiki.protospace.ca/images/a/a4/JobControl-11-2-operation-manual-EN.pdf JobControl 11.2 Operation Manual]


[https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_RdW1xh5ltwHSCs7e7BQaaY60jo0sO8frpAQ2GgcG5w/edit?usp=sharing Trotec Training]
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Engraves can be done with embedded image files (PNG et al) or with vector fills (Unlike rabbit which does not receive fill information)
[[File:Power Control through Color Selection Table.png|thumb|Power Control through Color Selection Table from the JobControl 11.2 Manual]]


Maximum material thickness: 1/2"
Engraving can be done with image files (PNG et al) including photo engraves, or with vector fills, including masking with white.
Higher thicknesses generally have worse edge finishing because of beam spreading out at top and bottom


Please try any new, strange, or unknown materials in the Rabbit first, and closely watch them for flame or dense black smoke.  
Please try any new, strange, or unknown materials in the Rabbit first, and closely watch them for flame or dense black smoke.  
The lens is very exposed on the Trotec and thick smokey materials, like resin-y woods, rubber, or some plastics, can very quickly damage the machine and potentially the lungs of everyone in the space.
The lens is very exposed on the Trotec and thick smokey materials, like woods full of resin or glue, rubber, or some plastics, can very quickly damage the machine and potentially the lungs of everyone in the space.
Start with low power tests and work your way up.
Start with low power tests and work your way up.


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