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Laser cutter, large (Rabbit Laser RL-80-1290) ID:6: Difference between revisions
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##If cleaning the optics, '''PROCEED TO ALIGNMENT''' | ##If cleaning the optics, '''PROCEED TO ALIGNMENT''' | ||
#'''Put on eye protection.''' Check laser alignment. Adjust if necessary. [working notes - tape target to mirror 2 (left hand on gantry) - ] | #'''Put on eye protection.''' Check laser alignment. Adjust if necessary. [working notes - tape target to mirror 2 (left hand on gantry) - ] | ||
##To adjust beam alignment, adjust the mirror orientation by turning the thumbscrews on the mounting plate. Turn only a small amount and | ##To adjust beam alignment, adjust the mirror orientation by turning the thumbscrews on the mounting plate. Turn only a small amount and re-fire the laser to get a sense of how sensitive the mirror adjustments are. | ||
###[[File:Laser-mirror-alignment.webm|none|thumb]] | ###[[File:Laser-mirror-alignment.webm|none|thumb]]The thumbscrews on the rabbit mirrors are in a different location than this video but the principles of alignment still apply. The thumbscrews change the yaw, pitch or roll of the mirror plate. | ||
##Check the beam alignment of each mirror at the nearest and farthest extent that the gantry will allow. This will ensure the beam is aligned along the entire travel pathway of the mirror. | |||
##To reset Z height on laser head - Move Z axis bed to top. Put down piece of paper. Adjust laser head to just touch top focus on focus gauge | ##To reset Z height on laser head - Move Z axis bed to top. Put down piece of paper. Adjust laser head to just touch top focus on focus gauge | ||
#Replace bed. Check it is level. Adjust if necessary. | #Replace bed. Check it is level. Adjust if necessary. | ||